Pottery Barn’s Second Series for Designers’ Circle Rewards Program

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POTTERY BARN HOLDS SECOND SERIES OF PRESENTING
THE DESIGNERS’ CIRCLE REWARDS PROGRAM

 Celebrated at its flagship store in Central Square and led by SSI Group, Inc.’s President Anthony Huang, Pottery Barn has embarked on a second series of introducing the Designers’ Circle Rewards Program to notable and most accomplished architects, interior designers, and home curators in the country. In attendance were Anna Maria Sy-Lawrence, Bettina Bonoan, Budji Layug and Royal Pineda, as well as their associate Onet Coronel and Nicole Joson, Conrad Onglao, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Ed Calma, Frenjick Quesada, Lara Fernandez-Barrios, Stephanie Zubiri-Crespi, Tania Fricke Lichauco, and Tessa Prieto-Valdes.

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New privileges of the Designers’ Circle Rewards Program include improved special rewards, promos, discounts, and private access to upcoming events and the latest products.

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Later that evening, honored guests were then given a walkthrough of the Spring 2018 collections featuring Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, and West Elm. From its flagship store at Estancia, highlight pieces from West Elm’s latest collection were especially brought to Central Square to showcase its modern furniture, home accessories, and kitchen items.

For Spring 2018, think better basics, colourful prints, shiny metals, and natural materials for Pottery Barn. Pottery Barn Kids is all bright, magical, and coordinated – a mixture just right to make the younger ones as lively. For design inspirations that promise lasting style and perfects the industrial look, West Elm promises a collection that boasts of a clean, modern aesthetic that is infused with whimsical touches and striking silhouettes.

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complemented by her intricate tablescape composed of florals and succulents, candles, and wooden fixtures.
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With a wide selection from Williams-Sonoma, Inc.’s upscale furnishings and decor brands Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, and West Elm, get plenty of ways to accent your rooms or redecorate your workspace.

Through thoughtfully designed fixtures, bring out your inner curator, and create spaces with a mix of classic and contemporary, casual and elegant, subtle and playful, rustic and fresh

In the Philippines, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, and West Elm are exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. Pottery Barn is located at Central Square in Bonifacio High Street Central, at the 4th Level of Rustan’s Makati, at the 3rd Level of Rustan’s Tower in Shangri-La, and at Estancia in Capitol Commons. Pottery Barn Kids is located at Central Square in Bonifacio High Street Central, at the 3rd Level of Rustan’s Tower in Shangri-La, and at Estancia in Capitol Commons. West Elm is located at the 4th Level of Rustan’s Makati, at the 3rdLevel of Rustan’s Tower in Shangri-La, and at Estancia in Capitol Commons.

Visit facebook.com/PotteryBarnPHfacebook.com/PotteryBarnKidsPHfacebook.com/WestElmPH, andwww.ssilife.com.ph, or follow @potterybarnPH@potterybarnkidsPH@westelmPH, and @ssilifeph on Instagram for more information.

Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua

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Home in Bali – Sofitel Nusa Dua @sofitelbalinusadua for #eoabcbali2018#eophilippines #h2heo
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Book a stay at Nusa Dua's only French-inspired luxury 5-star beachfront resort in Bali with 8 hectares of tropical gardens and complete resort facilities.

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Jill by Jojie Lloren Spring Summer 2018

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 The Jill Summer 2018 collection greets the warm days with versatile and easy pieces that are suitable both for work and leisure. Key pieces feature light layering and prints reflective of folk arts and crafts.

TURACO Salmon Jersey Sheath Dress with Scarf Detail RACHEL Printed Sleeveless Rayon Dress with Belt PINCHERRY Printed Jersey Shirtdress with Belt STORK Burnt Orange Maxi Jersey Wrap DressThe Folklorica collection showcases loose tops in airy cottons, wrap dresses in fluid jerseys, pants with removable pleated overskirts, hooded cotton jackets, short jumpsuits in an array of spicy hues of baked coral, dark ginger, baked berries, turmeric and cool, refreshing colors like washed indigo, horizon blue, pink lemonade, and blue sage.

CRESS White Sheer Rayon Asymmetric Blouse, SHALLOT Black and Cream Pencil Skirt with a Chiffon Pleated Overlay KATE Printed Rayon Buttondown, ORACHE Off White Crepe Slim Pants with Pleated Chiffon Overlay with Printed Design on Hem MACA Black Hooded Parka OREGANO Roasted Pecan Frill Sleeve Tan Wrap Dress

Jill by Jojie Lloren is exclusively available in Rustan’s.

Avocado Pie by Karen’s Kitchen

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Dreaming of this delicious avocado pie by my dear friend Karen @karenskitchenph  She told me that it was her son who gave her a sermon 😉  telling her that she is always promoting French desserts or other countries except Filipino.  What a smart son!  So now Karen has been developing desserts using calamansi and now avocado. So yummy!!  Looking forward to more #karenskitchen#h2hdessertfinds #h2hdesserts#h2hproudtobepinoy

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Ricardo Preto SS 2018 Collection

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Ricardo Preto launches Spring/Summer 2018 Collection
Hailing from Portugal, designer Ricardo Preto has created collections for both men and women, collections that have walked the runway in Paris and Lisbon fashion week. Since the day Preto and Rustan’s, the country’s luxury retailer, marked the beginning of a blossoming partnership back in 2016, the Portuguese designer has been creating exclusive collections that are easy, stylish and comfortable – perfect for the modern and sophisticated individuals who live fast-paced lifestyles. Collection after collection, the designer continues to deliver clothes that live beyond the seasons, designed to evolve along with the wearer.
ACELO Black Iris and White Short Sleeved Shirt, GINGER Black Trousers, all by RICARDO PRETO ACRISIO Patriot Blue and Blue Flower Polo Shirt, DANGGIT Grey Prince of Wales Trousers, Red Low Cut Suede Sneakers, all by RICARDO PRETO BACCO Maroon Polo Shirt, MACIS Trooper trousers, Brown Leather backpack, Brown Low cut brogues, all by RICARDO PRETO
Anchored on the crossroads of form and function, Ricardo Preto’s Spring/Summer2018 collection is all about dressing for the here and now. As today’s fast-paced worldpushes each one to be ready to face new challenges every minute and every day, Ricardo Preto designs a collection that builds a world of confidence,expressed through personal style.
Ricardo Preto Woman
With the idea of the modern world and the constant change of mind, Ricardo Preto Women offers a selection that can take the woman of today from work to play, day to night. Traversing the fashion spectrum from one end to the other, the womens wear collection features both pastels and jewel tones, and balances out clean lines and boxy elements with draping, ruching, and palate-cleansing lace. Featuring beauty, love and harmony in stylish, sophisticated designer pieces that are feminine yet versatile, this season’s offerings toe the delicate line between style and substance.
COLIN White Blouse, OTUS Black Pants, PALLAS Dark Green Clutch with Black and White Combination, all by RICARDO PRETO.DASIA Corydalis Blue Dress, CHARON Gold Slider Sandal, all by RICARDO PRETOFREYA Cameo Rose Dress, by RICARDO PRETORABORI Black Blazer, HARE Bordeaux Pants, EURUS Black and White Mules, all by RICARDO PRETOVENUS Teal Dress, by RICARDO PRETO
Ricardo Preto Man
Ricardo Preto encourages the gentlemen to build a world of confidence showed through what they wear. Designed for conquering the urban jungle, the men’s collection brings together a variety of closet staples in a palette of blues and greens. A sartorial selection that can seamlessly be worked into one’s wardrobe, classics like crisp button-downs, pique shirts and tailored coordinates make up the 21st century gentleman’s modern-day armor.
Navy Espada Blazer, Dark Blue Vertical Stripe Polo, Baobab Navy Trousers, Brown Leather Backpack, Brown Low Cut Brogues, all by RICARDO PRETOTAWILIS Blue Prince of Wales Blazer, SAL Total Eclipse Dress Shirt, DANGGIT Blue Prince of Wales Trousers, Black High Cut Boots, all by RICARDO PRETOTAWILIS Grey Prince of Wales Blazer, SAL Nimbus Cloud Dress Shirt, DANGGIT Grey Prince of Wales Trousers, Black High Cut Boots, all by RICARDO PRETO
Ricardo Preto is exclusively available in Rustan’s.

Corner House

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Dinner at Corner House @cornerhousesg at @botanic_garden2015 It’s a 150 year old house and home to botanist E J Corner. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site @unescoworldheritage The restaurant opened in 2015 #cornerhousesg#singaporebotanicgardens #h2hsingapore#h2hmichelinstarCorner House (1)Corner House (2) Corner House (14)Corner House (25) Corner House (5) Corner House (6) Corner House (19)Hubert said I have to eat in Corner House @cornerhousesg to be “in” 🙂

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