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Stack ‘Em Up!

June 13th, 2006 by Katrina Dy, Fashion Editor, Cosmopolitan
Posted in Fashion for Women | | 6 Comments »
Stacked-01.jpgStacked heels have flooded international runways in seasons past but here in the Philippines, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a pair that fits within most Pinays’ budgets. While going around the malls last weekend, I was delighted to find a great collection of these hip heavyweights bearing the name Twinky Tabs. Although the label is fairly new, it has won over fashion insiders with its quirky, of-the-moment styles that you won’t find anywhere else. Pair the green peep-toe platforms with a slim-fit denim skirt and a white tank cinched with a waist belt for a casual chic look. The striking gold and orange hardware on a strappy pair sets off flowy skirts and dresses fabulously. Channeling homme appeal? Try the square-toed pump with a crisp button down, sleeves rolled up haphazardly then tucked into a pair of skinny jeans. With prices ranging from P875-P2650, you’ll be tempted to snap up more than one pair!
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Twinky Tabs is available in Otto Glorietta 1, Harrison Plaza, Market! Market! And Cinderella Megamall and Alabang Town Center.

New Store: Backstage

June 13th, 2006 by Webmaster
Posted in Fashion for Women | | 11 Comments »

backstage store

Independent shops have blossomed all over town in recent years. What joy to see the work of local designers who haven’t succumbed to mass production! The latest of these independent ventures is Backstage, a shop in Makati that houses the designs of Bo Parcon, Don Protacio, Ignacio Loyola, Joan Cantemprate, Jun Escario, Norman Noriega, Ronaldo Arnaldo, Tina Daniac, Tippi Ocampo (Pret-A-Party and Lounge Lizard), and Tonee Co. Backstage also carries jewelry and accessories from Vida Macasaet (Camadiv), Claire Betita Samson (Jeux), and Kriska Floro (Vamp). In addition to the local designs, Backstage sells foreign brands like Frankie B. jeans (worn by Fergie in “My Humps” video!), G.O.D. HK (an avant-garde lifestyle store in Hong Kong that sells clothes, home accessories, and other knicknacks), and Murmur shoes designed for the quirky and quality-conscious Japanese market.

The owner of Backstage, Stanley Balonan, sent us his top ten picks from the store: (more…)

New House of Laurel Opens Tomorrow

June 13th, 2006 by Pia Rojas
Posted in Fashion for Women | | 5 Comments »

Rajo-01.jpgThere are shoppers and there are shoppers. There are those who shop only for what they need, and those who shop for the sake of shopping itself. At The House of Laurel, shopping is not an act, it’s an experience. Rajo Laurel’s loyal clients will note that every time a new collection is out, his store also changes its look. From winter wonderland, to geisha-inspired, and sometimes, when in transition, a minimalist and modern look. Fortunately for Rajo, his shop at a side street near Rockwell is free from the clutches of mall magnates who will never allow perpetual week-long shutdowns for renovation. Rajo, in the throes of passion over his baby’s latest makeover, is also not to be trifled with! His latest glam punk collection is called Ghetto Fabulous, and The House of Laurel will unveil its new face on Wednesday, June 14th. (more…)

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