Freeway x Celerio: National Artist Collectors’ Series Fall 2012

Filipinos really love singing. You can always see karaoke or videoke almost everywhere in the country from malls to household and from streets parties to birthday parties or from all occasions. Videoke will never be absent.

 Somehow this is a national trait for Filipinos that they have in common and somehow this was rooted way back then. In 1910 a composer and lyricist was born in the name of Levi Celerio, where his work were cherished as it talks about life, conveys nationalistic sentiments and utter grand philosophies. He has written more than 4,000 Filipino folk songs, Christmas and love songs.

 Last June 5, 2012 Freeway has officialy launched a collection in honor of Levi Celerio. This is Freeway's first National Artist for Music in the Series.

Click on the image below for more details and other featured products.

The Best of Levi Celerio by Freeway

Freeway Launched their Levi Celerio Tribute at THE ROW GLORIETA 5. I went their with Kessa Thea Peralta.

Of course this is my first time to join such wonderful event and so I have to really observant and savor every moment of the event. It was such a wonderful experience and I can see my self attending more events like this.

G Toengi Hosted the Event

The said event was hosted by Ms G. Toengi one of the most successful Philippine Actress. She is still as glamorous as ever and very fashionable in her Red Dress.

As the said event commemorates the late Philippine National Artist Levi Celerio, a world renounce musician and a very artistic Filipino composer, Pilita Corales sings some of the song written by Levi.

Pilita Corales in her signature singing pose

 A child even had the chance to sing and dance with the iconic Pilita Corales.

After Pilita's number G, Pilita, and another guest had a time to talk about Levi.

Everyone can buy the said featured Levi Celerio collections in all Freeway stores nationwide (Philippines).

You can also check Freeways website at http://www.freeway.net.ph/

The Wedding Dress for your Inspiration

I would like to showcase the wedding dresses that was used by the people I know. As June signals the wedding season in the Philippines, I would like to share ideas from the people that I know for their wedding dress that you could definitely use as an inspiration.

 They were stunning in their own way!

 They are an inspiration for others.

Be the most beautiful lady on your wedding day. Wear those winsome smile coupled with your beautiful wedding dress.

Photo Credit: Thei Santos - Santiago

Photo Credit: Thei Santos - Santiago

Photo Credit: Lou Franz Mula - Pheak

I would say they have one thing in common, they are all beautiful in their wedding day!


Wedding day is the most laborious event I would say. It would take so much of your time from giveaways to church decorations and to reception. It takes a lot of effort and so much of brainstorming of course the bride would like everything to be perfect on her very special day.


On the day of the event of course you would want to have the best of you. The bride would like to have her natural beauty enhanced.


The hair and make up makes a very important role in enhancing the bride's natural beauty. This time around the bride can't do nothing but depend on her make up artist.


"I believe that makeup should make you a beautiful version of yourself rather than making you look like someone else," says Lindsay Co-Alog in her website which is true. Make up enhances your beauty and should not cover up your personality and become a robotic copy cat of someone else look. She further adds that make up should be true to ones personality so she would always take into consideration the different style of her clients. Further, her approach to makeup is natural but with definition.


One thing to consider for the bride to hire a makeup artist is the ability of her make up artist to work with the bride, suggesting the perfect make and the perfect tone. The ability to let you the bride flourish with your (bride) natural beauty and showing the right attitude for the right occasion.


In fact, "My passion lies in enhancing the natural beauty of my clients considering the uniqueness of each and everyone. Finding the perfect makeup look whether it be natural or dramatic for my client is my priority," Lindsay added.


Here are some of Lindsay's work: (Note: The photo's below are taken in Lindsay's Website)

See contact information below:

Email   : lindz_gabe@yahoo.com

Globle  : 0917-8680511

Smart   : 0923-1812890

Click here picture to be re-directed to her website: 

The Bridal Expo: June 2 and 3

Be the most beautiful woman on your wedding day! June has come and it signals the wedding season here in the Philippines.

Thinking of organizing your wedding too? Join this years "The Bridal Expo" on June 2 and 3 from 10 AM to 7PM at CCP Complex. It is consider the most successful and the countries biggest bridal expo and they're already on the 9th year.

I think it is worth the experience. See you there!

It’s More Fun in The Philippines – Experiencing Anawangin Cove

Summer indeed is fun and exciting. For students, its time to sit back and relax and do away with school projects and activities but for working people it is time to have a little family and friends getaway during national holidays.

My first stop is a beautiful island in Zambales popularly known as the Anawangin Cove. It is very much making its name to beach goers and campers. It is also located at Pundaquit Zambales. My group had so much fun as we feel the beauty nature has given to the people of Zambales for everyone to enjoy. It is as if the place is between you and nature or should I say you and the beautiful sceneries of the volcanic white sand beach with sparkling crystal blue water and the feel of being swayed by the gentle mountain summer breeze. 

It is a perfect place to run away from the hustles and bustles of the busy metro, a perfect place to do away with your usual activity. Above all, it is a perfect place for you to just relax.

I love the fact that the place doesn’t offer the luxury of hotel and wifi and swimming pools. I think this is their advantage towards other beach destination in the Philippines.

Here's what your back pack should include:

• swiss knife with can opener
• rechargeable lamp (fully charge)
• mosquito or insect Repellent
• blanket - light blankets just for you to cover yourself
• lighter or matches
• food (also include emergency food like biscuits and canned goods)
• pajama (optional)
• camera (to catch those perfect scenes)
• speaker (battery operated)
• potable water, soda, liquor
• Swimming and hiking clothes like board shorts, sando or shirt, shades, sunvisor, extra slippers (it should be a heavy duty slippers for island hoping and mountaineering.
• personal hygienic kit (bath soap, shampoo, toothpaste etc)
• portable stove and cooking utensils (optional) 
• Dont forget to bring ziplok for wet clothes and camera…
• Bring your own cigarette and liqour because it prices would triple or quadruple when you are in the island.

There are many options for you to choose from if you want to visit Anawangin.

• Van for rent - this would depend depending on the Van owner. Rental would range from Php 9000 to Php 11000.
• Or thru Bus (Victory Liner) going to Zambales.

Below are the fees you need to prepare:

• TENT/GRILLING RENT-P150.00 each
• BOAT RIDE P350.00 each
• ENVIRONMENTAL FEE- P 100.00 (overnight stay in ANAWANGIN)

Pros:

• No hotel: meaning you need to rent or use your own tent. For me, it is an advantage because it gives the tourist a different feel and excitement.
• The use of Tents:
it is awesome. It gives a different experience and ads a thrill.
• Clean Comfort Rooms: So far when we visited the place they have this wide range of comfort room and shower room which is convenient enough for the
• It is also very good that the garbage bags are scattered everywhere. What I also like here is that it has labels in it so as to guide the tourist for proper garbage segregation

Activities at the Cove:

• When you say Annawangin Cove of course what runs to my mind when we were about to go there is a fantastic view of the beach. I did love it. The water is calm and tender. It gives a soothing feeling when I started swimming. The water and the depth of the beach is children and non-swimmer friendly.
• Mountaineering: is also fantastic as it gives the tourist more activities to choose from or to add it on their itinerary.
• Island Hoping: so after exhausting yourself in mountaineering and enjoying the water and flushing out your worries and stress in swimming. It is about time for you to try their island hoping. I would suggest for you to inform your boatman ahead of time that you are interested in island hoping tell them the date and time so they can fetch you up on your desired time. They would also act as a tour guide. Prices varies and negotiable.
• Before the dark night kicks in it is also advisable to go ahead and look for woods so you could use them for bonfire during the night.

Kudos for those who is managing the island for not making it commercial in the sense of having hotels or lodges near the beach. I think nowadays we need a space like the Anawangin Cove for relaxation. I would suggest though that the plastic garbage bins should have covers for a safer, cleaner and better experience. I think it would also be better if the shower rooms and comfort rooms would have a covered trash bins to have a better experience.

In general, it would still be a 2 thumbs up for Anawangin. I can't wait for my next trip to the beautiful white sand beach!

Thomson Reuters Mnla Company Outing goes to Canyon Cove - Nasugbo Batangas

Thomson Reuters - Manila goes to Canyon Cove Beach Resort for the Annual Summer Outing

I was excited for days last week and really looking forward to be part of our yearly company summer outing. I am really looking forward to every company outing or gathering. It is our time to enjoy, relax and mingle with each other outside the company premise. A time to really laugh together and talk about anything under the sun.

On our way... I was definitely happy. We drop by at Dely's house of Pasalubong in Tagaytay

After long hour of travel due to traffic we finally reached our destination. At first, I am not feeling the place as it looks old. However, when we finally went inside the hotel, the amenities is shockingly good.

The group went to Canyon Cove at Nasugbo Batangas. The view is definitely breath taking.

Am sure the rest of the group enjoyed the stay as much as I do.

Departure:

Arrival:

Swimming Time:

Beat the Flash!

I am going natural! LOL

Dropping by at Collettes in Tagaytay before heading home!

Excited for next year! LOL

Canyon Cove Room Rates

Office Attire for Men

I would say that buying clothes is one of my weakness. Or I would say I am an impulse buyer.. Maybe one of the reason for me is that buying men's clothes are expensive and basically its really hard to find one that matches every mans taste and fashion style.

It is also a struggle for me because when you go to a market place be in Divisoria and Baclaran or in the malls. I would say that this places usually sells more women's clothes than men. That's when I tried to look over the virtual world or the worldwide web and I was able to create my own fashion must-haves.

Good thing I found this Zalora.com an online shopping with Free Shipping within Metro Manila and Cash on Delivery payment option. So, I have come up with my selection and choices of my supposed office attire.

Lets start with the pants. It is always great for men to have a variety of easy to wear slacks when going to the office. The color choices I have is of course black, cream, and brown. This are great colors as they could easily match on your shirt.

Long and short Sleeve shirt. This comes with different color and style. I would say don't wear too tight and body hugging and too loose like a maternity shirt already. Just the right size is just the right attitude you need.

Buy bags and neck tie to accessories your look. It would be best to have a different color of tie and bags. So it would be easier for you to choose depending on your look for the day.

Aside from having a good bag and tie that matches your look it is also a must have to have a pair of black shoes. Black shoes and belt is a must have as it can go along with any color. Another option is to have a different colors of shoes to spice up your look once in awhile.

The above selection is my ideal look when you go to the office on a daily basis or when you are attending a job interview. If you want to see more products please go to Zalora.com as they have the complete list and pricing of their products.