I've always been a fan of Nokia. When I first got a cell phone (still in elementary), I was lucky enough to get a Nokia 3310. It was so sturdy that it was able to withstand six years with clumsy me. But gone are the days of monochrome displays. It's all about touch and Internet connection now.
That is why I am so excited that Nokia Lumia 820 and 620 are coming to the Philippines. I'm a sucker for camera phones so Nokia Lumia 620's autofocus 5MP camera will fit into my foodie and fashion lifestyle. And the candy colors! So nice.
Of course the best part is the Live Tiles and Windows Phone 8. Uber cool eh?
With the stylish phones out there, Nokia Lumia is definitely a must-have accessory for the modern fashionista.
stay cool and trendy,
-K
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January fashion sales: Marks & Spencer, Kamiseta, Zara
- up to 50% off
- all stores (see list below)
- January 3 - 31, 2012
Marks and Spencer is a major British retailer with 703 stores in the United Kingdom and 361 stores spread across more than 40 countries. It specialises in the selling of clothing and luxury food products.
Zara
- up to 50% off
- stores at Rockwell, Glorietta 3, Shangri-la, SM Mall of Asia, TriNoma and Greenbelt 5
- January 3 to 31, 2013
Zara is one of the largest international fashion companies, featuring fashion-forward apparel, footwear and accessories for men and women at affordable prices. Zara offers a wide variety of the latest trends for fashion conscious men and women.
Kamiseta
- End of Season sale
- Stores at Alabang, Festival, Gateway, Glorietta, Robinsons Ermita, Trinoma, SM MOA, SM Marikina, SM Megamall, SM City North- January 3 - until supplies last
KAMISETA is the leading specialty retailer of fashionable casual apparel, accessories and footwear targeted at girls between the ages 16 and 34. The Kamiseta brand is hip, youthful and active. Kamiseta has been rapidly increasing its influence and popularity with its core customer group.
Marks & Spencer Stores
Alabang Town Center: 842-5557
Eastwood: 912-7804
Glorietta 4: 892-0541
Greenbelt 5: 729-9783
Power Plant Mall: 898-0945
Robinson's Galleria: 634-4234
Robinsons Place Manila: 567-3469
Shangri-la Plaza: 633-4665
SM Mall of Asia: 901-1922
SM Megamall: 632-1476
SM City North Edsa: 442-0350
Trinoma: 901-3722
Abreeza Mall Davao: (0082) 321-7231 to 32
SM Pampanga: (045) 963-9328Marquee Mall: (045) 304-0835
Ayala Cebu: (032) 234-1009
Lim Ket Kai Center: (088)-852-1384
Paseo De Santa Rosa: (049) 502-7371
Spot Corrector for sun-loving girls
Good thing there have been a lot of beauty products in the market that promise to lighten skin tone and remove dark spots.
I tried Luminaze Catalytic Skin Tone Illuminator and Dark Spot Corrector (you can visit their website at http://www.luminaze.com/) since I learned that they use natural ingredients.
The product comes in a dual pump system. To apply it, pump the Active Luminaze Enzyme LIP in the first container and spread evenly on skin. This active ingredient breaks down melanin in the skin and thus lightening dark spots. Then, pump the Bio Activator in the second container and spread evenly on skin, right after applying the Active Luminaze Enzyme LIP.
After a month, I noticed that my dark spots had started to vanish, leaving a blemish-free skin. It also leaves skin feeling soft and hydrated, especially right after use. It doesn't feel greasy or heavy like the other creams in the market.
It’s safe and non-comedogenic, making it the perfect product for women who have sensitive skin, like me. Plus, it’s fragrance-free too. I just love fragrance-free beauty products – from foundation (I use mineral powder) and concealers, to deodorants and hand sanitizers.
The Little Things She Needs Giveaway!
I've been away for so long that I thought I'd make it up to you by sharing this neat contest.
The Little Things She Needs (TLTSN) is a really really cute boutique/brand found all over Asia. They recently opened their newest branch in Robinson's Galleria:
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To celebrate the new store, TLTSN will be giving away a P1 k GC to a lucky winner.
Clinique's Even Better Moisturizer (SPF 20)
A couple of months ago, another relative from the US visited us and I was able to get a hold of a couple of beauty products, one of which is Clinique's Even Better moisturizer.
I've been looking for a really soothing moisturizer and I think I finally found it. I have oily skin but after every wash it feels real dry so the Even Better moisturizer really helps hydrate the skin.
Top 10 Pinay wardrobe essentials
Still looking for the perfect LBD? Buying a new pair of sexy jeans? Want to revamp your closet? Hold your shopping checklist as we give you the top ten Pinay wardrobe essentials.
We at StreetSmartCharm loved the show Tim Gunn’s Guide to Style so we’ve modified his top ten wardrobe must-haves and made our clothes selection more appropriate to the Philippine weather so every Filipina fashionista will have the most comfortable yet stylish everyday outfit. Here are our top picks:
1. Basic black dress – Often called the “Little Black Dress,” this wardrobe essential is on number one for many reasons. It’s a classic - it never goes out of style, it can be paired with different tops (such as the chiffon flowy sando), it’s versatile - can be worn at work or at a party, and it’s great for those you-simply-can’t-decide-what-to-wear occasions. When buying an item, just remember to fit the dress. Have the patience to hop from one store to another until you see the one that flatters your figure. I like seeing ones that hug the hip and thighs perfectly, those that hit just 3-5 inches above the knees. Choose the dress with a durable, comfortable material that’s good to wear all year round.
Gap Sale!
The Gap Sale is on til Aug 7, 2011! Enjoy great deals and exciting discounts!
You can find GAP Stores at Shangri-la Plaza Mall, Bonifacio High Street, SM MOA, SM Megamall, Alabang Town Center, Trinoma and Glorietta4.
Topshop End of Season Sale
It’s the End of Season Sale again at Topshop. Enjoy big discounts of up to 50% off on selected items from July 1 to 31.
The month-long sale is available in all Topshop stores in the Philippines.
Sale Duration: July 1 – 31, 2011
Collezione Mid-year Sale
Watch out for Collezione’s Mid Year Warehouse Sale on July 14 to 16, 11am until 8pm. Get up to 70% off on great selections.
The 3-day sale will be at #01 Jose Cruz Street Barangay Ugong Pasig City.
Sale Duration: July 14 – 16, 2011
Refer to the poster below for the directions going to the Collezione Mid Year Warehouse Sale venue.
54% off laser hair removal
No more plucking, shaving, or waxing that may create discomfort. Raise your arm proudly and confidently with hairless underarm in every angle.
This treatment is available at Cathy Valencia Skin & Body Centre Greenhills, Makati, Alabang, Quezon City, and White Plains branches. For more information:
SM Megamall End of Season Sale
It’s the SM Megamall‘s End of Season Sale again. Shop and go crazy with up to 70% off discount on selected items at participating stores. All the big brands are participating.
Not only that, dress to impress because a secret fashion police will be going around for the MEGA Trendspotting. Be spotted and get a chance to win Gift Certificates (GCs) from your favorite stores.
Promo period: July 1 – 10, 2011
What's the right hairstyle for my face shape?
Everyone hates those bad hair days when our head looks like a newly-builty bird's nest or a dead plant. What could be worse right? Well, having a bad hair day everyday.
Like clothes, there a a hundred cuts that look good - on the magazine. But there are several which will probably suit you.
Instead of tackling hairstyles for each face shape, we'll help you remedy problem areas instead.
Prominent cheeks and jaw - for girls with round, diamond, square and heart-shaped faces, the main problem is the tendency to look plump because of the larger cheek or jaw area. To remedy that, just do what Charice Pempengco does. She covers it up with her long hair. Choose a layered hairstyle with wispy, tapered ends (that fall in the right places, unlike Charice's old haircut which left her jaw exposed).
If you have short hair, make sure that it is fuller at the crown and has less volume near the cheeks. This will even out the proportion. See pic below: Kelly Clarkson, yes; Kelly Osbourne, probably not (unless you're a celebrity and can rock any hairstyle).
flaunt your beautiful hair!
- K
Marks & Spencer Lingerie Sale (Buy 1 Take 1)
If we're going to invest in clothes, invest on underwear. :) Every girl needs the proper kind and something with quality. Make sure you check out Marks & Spencer's Lingerie Sale (single printed bras only) from June 26 to July 23, 2011.
Promo Duration: June 26 – July 23, 2011
Iloilo's Amigo Plaza's 1st Mall-Wide Sale
Join Iloilo‘s homegrown shopping destination, Amigo Plaza Mall as they hold their first ever Mall-wide Sale.
The 5-day sale will be on July 18-22, 2011 from 9:00-8:00pm. Enjoy great discounts of up to 50% off from participating shops.
Promo Period: July 18 – 22, 2011
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Amigo Plaza Mall is located at Iloilo City’s downtown area. It has a hotel component, the Amigo Terrace Hotel which boasts of having one of the best accommodation facilities in the city.
Tomato Mid-Season Sale
'Tis the season to be jolly! Here's another brand on sale. Tomato is offering 50% off their sale items in all of their branches.
Promo period: June 3 to July 17, 2011
"tomato is all about making a bold fashion statement. It is more than a fashion retailer, it's a brand that takes the leading edge in fashion, vitality and innovation. tomato embodies affordable fashion, casualness that is very chic, sexy, stylish, young and world-class."
On sale items include casual and woven tops, dresses, basic tops/shirts, jackets/ cardigans/ vests/ jumpsuits, skirts, shorts, pants, earrings, rings, scarves, belts, wallets, cuff bracelets, eyewears, pouches, headbands and a lot of other stuffs.
To get regular SALE updates plus beauty and fashion tips, click the Follow button at the right sidebar >
What type of concealer suits you?
Concealer 101: Concealers are color corrector make-up used to cover up pimples, dark spots and even scars on the skin, especially the face.
Marks & Spencer Sale
Marks & Spencer may not be an affordable brand but its luxury items' quality makes it at the top of our staple items list.
Selected Autograph items are on sale at 20% off starting June 19 until July 9, 2011.
Marks and Spencer (M&S) is a British retailer headquartered in London, with over 700 stores in the United Kingdom and over 300 stores spread across more than 40 countries. It specializes in the selling of clothing and luxury food products.
Rustan Marketing Specialists, Inc. is the Official Franchisee of Marks & Spencer in the Philippines with 17 branches to date.
Check the M&S Philippines website here. Prices may be seen there.
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Level 1, Commerce Avenue
Alabang Town Center, Muntinlupa
Upper Ground Floor, Gateway Mall
Araneta Center, Cubao
Quezon City
Level 1, Glorietta 4, Ayala Center, Makati City
Levels 1 & 2, Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati
Level 1, Power Plant Mall
Rockwell Center, Makati City
Level 1, East Wing
Robinsons Galleria, Ortigas
Ground Floor, Midtown
Robinsons Place Manila, Malate
Levels 2 & 3 Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Mandaluyong
2nd Floor Main Mall
SM Mall of Asia ComplexBay City
Level 2, Mega A, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong
Level 2, SM City North Edsa (The Block)
Level 3, Trinoma, Quezon City
Level 1, Paseo de Ciudad
Ayala Center, Cebu City
Unit No. 01 Ground Floor Paseo 4
Paseo De Santa Rosa
Bgy. Don Jose, Sta. Rosa City, Laguna
Level 1, Francisco G. Nepo Ave.
Angeles City, Pampanga
Level 1, SM City Pampanga
New East Extension Wing, Limketkai Mall, Cagayan de Oro City
Touch up those roots! Review: HBC’s Hair Color Touch-ups (P100+)
Manila Day Sale (Up to 70% off) at SM Manila and SM San Lazaro
Enjoy great finds at absolutely lowest prices at SM City Manila and SM City San Lazaro’s Manila Day Sale on June 24, 25 and 26, 2011. Get up to 70% off on selected items
Promo Period: June 24 – 26, 2011
