tattoo at laboracay - steve aoki + cedric gervais

Are you at Boracay for Labor Day Weekend?

Check this out!

Brought to you by Globe Tattoo and hosted by Republiq, catch psychedelic beats spin-master Cedric Gervais on May 3 and Grammy-nominated producer and DJ, Steve Aoki on May 4 at EPIC Beach Front, Boracay!!!

Typing this is making me sooo jealous. So regretting my lola decision-making process. Wish I sucked it in and went #Laboracay as well.

Anyway, if you're there (lucky you.) make sure not to miss this awesome EDM partay.

To join in on the fun, all you have to do is purchase these Tattoo products at the Globe store in Boracay:

• Get 1 free ticket for a purchase of a Tattoo Prepaid Mobile WiFi; 
• 2 tickets for a Tattoo Postpaid Mobile WiFi or a Tattoo Prepaid Tablet bundle that comes with a Skyworth S73 or Cloudpad 705W with a free mobile WiFi device; 
• 3 tickets when you avail of a Tattoo Postpaid tablet offers with a free Mobile WiFi!

To top it all off, take your Tattoo Labor Day weekend experience further and create and share your Boracay party playlist with GoSURF and Spotify! GoSURF is the brand’s new consumable mobile internet data plan. Register to GoSURF50 for only P50 with 250MB of data for 3 days and free access to 30 Million songs on Spotify! You even get 1 more additional ticket to the event with your subscription!

Present your proof of purchase and claim your tickets at the Tattoo Booth at EPIC, Boracay on May 3 and 4 from 12 NN to 12 AM. Free tickets are only entitled to Tattoo products purchased at the Globe Store in Boracay together with its satellite outlets in the area. Proof of purchase is required to claim the free tickets. 

Register by texting GoSURF50 to 8888 or and choose GoSURF. To know more about GoSurf and Spotify, visit www.globe.com.ph/surf/plan/gosurf. 

clear manchester united top 6, solo his & hers graphic tee design competition

They're here! The winning tees of Solo's His and Hers Graphic Tee Design Contest are out! It was no surprise when the recently held His & Hers Graphic Tee Design competition last November themed "Musika" received over creative 200 entries.

Without further adieu, the 5 winning entries and its creators!

Eargasm by Gino Jardinico featuring earphones dancing to good music, equally interesting guitar graphic by Randy Pagatpatan named Gitarista,  Musikang Pinoy by Jennieca Paulene Dayrit taking us to the early meaningful years of pinoy music, all about a man and a woman’s music diversity design Rock My World, Hear My Heartbeat by John Theli Bien and Music Love and Astronauts by Vincent Mark Baquiran a vivid illustration of astronaut lovers keeping in touch through music! 

What's your fave?

 Inspired? You can be Solo's next His and Hers Graphic Tee Design Contest winner! Showoff your creativity this year with the Theme Pinoy Prints and Patterns! Submission of entries is from May 1 to June 15, 2014!  So what are you waiting for?  Turn those ideas into an actual wearable tee by being one of the 3 winners of the next His & Hers Graphic Tee Design Competition! 

Shop the new tees and learn more about His & Hers Graphic Tee Design Competition mechanics and rules at www.solo.com.ph or connect with them on Facebook: facebook.com/mysoloonline, Twitter and Instagram @MySoloOnline. 

After three days of intense training at the first ever Clear Manchester United Football Camp, Manchester United Soccer Schools coaches’ Kevin O’Connel and Jamie Fitzpatrick selected the six amateur football players that will get the chance to play alongside James and Phil Younghusband, and Manchester United legends Paul Scholes and Andy Cole at the Clear Dream Match. 

Continuously paving the way for the development of Philippine Football, in the last few weeks CLEAR and the United Football league (UFL) held regional tryouts in search for the best amateur football players in the country. After four legs of rigorous tryouts in Cebu, Davao, Iloilo and Metro Manila; UFL and CLEAR singled out 32 standout amateur players—eight from each region. 

“This is what football is all about. It’s about pursuing one’s dream of greatness. We’re excited for the country to watch how the top 6 will perform alongside Manchester United legends Scholes and Cole,” said Clear Brand Manager, Drew Copuyoc. 

The top 32 were taught the same training principals that cultivated world class players David Beckham, Ryan Giggs, and CLEAR Global endorser and 2014 FIFA Ballon D’ Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo. 

“All Manchester United Soccer Schools coaches are trained and developed within the Manchester United coaching philosophy and methodology and have also built up a wealth of experience from working with young players of all ages, abilities and nationalities all over the world during the past 15 years,” said Jamie Reigle, the Manchester United Managing Director for Asia Pacific. 

The three-day camp concluded with an awarding ceremony that gave recognition to the best performers during the three-day camp. Nathaniel Ace Villanueva was awarded the best goalkeeper; CristitutoPino, best defender; Mario Lorenzo Ceniza, best midfielder; and Yves Russel Caballero, best striker. 

As part of the Manchester United Schools program, coaches Fitzpatrick and O’Connell gave out three awards – Michael Mabanag was the Skills Challenge winner, Julian Miranda was awarded for having the best attitude and Daniel BernandeGadia was awarded the Most Valuable Player Award.

After having trained the top 32 players for three days, the Manchester United Soccer Schools coaches chose the six coveted players that would be included in the biggest all star football game in the country, the CLEAR Dream Match. 

The players chosen were UAAP Season 76’s football rookie of the year Francisco Primo Santos, the chosen MVP Daniel BernanGadia, Javier Gayoso and Michael Mabanag – who has participated in the last two Clear Dream Matches. Rounding up the list are Davao’s Joseph Diamante and Yoshiharu Koiumi. 

Slated on June 7, this year’s CLEAR Dream Match will finally decide the rivalry between James and Phil Younghusband and will feature Manchester United living legends Paul Scholes and Andy Cole. Team captains James and Phil Younghusband will draft the top six amateur players chosen on April 30. Tickets will be available at SM ticket outlets starting May 1.

Individual Awards:

Best Goalkeeper - Nathaniel Ace Villanueva (Manila)

Best Defender – CristitutoPino (Manila)

Best Midfielder – Mario Lorenzo Ceniza (Cebu)

Best Striker - Yves Russel Caballero (Cebu)

MVP: Daniel BernanGadia (Manila)

Skills Challenge Winner - Michael Mabanag (Manila)

Best Attitude: Julian Miranda (Cebu)

Top 6 Players

Joseph Diamante (Davao)

Yoshiharu Koizumi (Davao)

Francisco Jose Primo Santos (Manila)

Daniel BernanGadia (Manila)

Javier Gayoso (Manila)

Michael Mabanag (Manila)

ootd: look like a million bucks

Hopefully, the title of my blog post doesn't sound too conceited. It's just the theme of everything I'm wearing. Getting a designer inspired look for very,very little.

Let's start from top to bottom.

Vintage-inspired Romwe floppy hat which I got for roughly P800/$18 (see HERE). A great buy cause it retains it's shape even after squeezing it into a backpack full of clothes.

Next up, sunglasses. I don't really like to skimp on eyewear since they're protective as well and that's quite important especially when you're on the beach. This pair from Nick Automatic cost me less than a thousand but still provides quality UV protection.

Lingerie inspired dress from Miss Selfridge. This is actually part of a 2-piece set. It comes with a sheer white blouse to wear under. I got it on sale for P1200, the fabric is great (silk-like) in a luxurious bias-cut plus the over-all effect with the shirt in reminds me of Julie Delpy's outfit in Before Sunrise. Couldn't resist and they go so well with my next item...

Birkenstock-like sandals which were a gift from Ana. Birks are so hot right now that most brands have their own interpretations. Some are ridiculously priced (and ridiculously looking as well), but these ones from Carvil, I love. They are just basic which is good and always translates to timeless plus they cost less than a thousand!

Bag - Mango Touch but looks A. Wang-ish don't you think? ;)

And last, my favorite of all, is my new Voyager watch by Veloci Time in Navy Blue.
Looks fantastic against black and stunning when piled against my Pandora bracelets.
Even better? The price tag. This gorgeous divers watch with Japanese mechanism and 2 extra straps only retails for 3K+!

birkenstock street style

romwe vintage hat

birkenstock fashion blogger

They say a watch can make or break a person's outfit.

This one's sure to compliment all your summer ootd's wether you're a guy or a girl. The nautical look will go so well with monochrome, stripes or bright primary colors.

veloci time

If you're in the market for something a little more fun and sporty, check out the new digital collection by Veloci Time in Pulse and Metro which retail for only 1K+. Yes, you read that right.

They look awesome against bare skin, bikinis and board shorts! Very, very cute.

veloci pulse

veloci metro

veloci metro

And lastly, another favorite of mine are the new gold tone Voyagers which carry the same price tag as the silver ones. Now you don't have to shell out half your savings for a classy-looking gold watch.

veloci voyager

for more info on Veloci Time and where to buy, check out their Facebook Page HERE.

Special thanks to Ramon Tan Mangila of Pix Republik Studios for the awesome photos.

For more of his awesome work, please check out: www.pixrepublik.com.ph and www.reelrepublik.com

A FASHIONABLE HOME: GAIA REPOSSI | PARIS APARTMENT

Photos via: Vogue Russia

I fell in love with Gaia Repossi's Paris apartment after seeing it featured on Decade Diary. Can't get enough of the bright windows, the blue leather, brass ladder and those chevron wood floors. The Repossi Berbère turquoise rings are pretty dreamy as well.

Click below to see more of her stylish apartment...









Get Gaia's look:
+ 3.1 Phillip Lim Textured Box T-shirt
+ Repossi Berbère Turquoise Ring
+ Luv Aj The Petite Band Ring Set
+ Elizabeth and James Berlin Topaz Knuckle Ring
+ Gorjana Lena Ring
+ Strappy Metal-heel Sandal

discovery travel fair 2014 - up to 70% off

Has it been your dream to stay at a destination luxury hotel?

I have spent countless afternoons daydreaming about a weekend long date with my beau sunbathing on a private secluded beach while being served cocktails with little umbrellas attached to the side of the glass...

With the Discovery 2014 Travel Fair, I can stop daydreaming and actually turn it into a reality!

From April 29-May 7, 2014, enjoy discounts of up to 70% for all Discovery Leisure Chain hotels in the Philippines when you book your vacation at the Discovery Travel Mart, 2L Atrium, Podium.

Treat your family to a Staycation!

Get 60% off on rack rates for all weekends of 2014 at Discovery Suites. Pay only: 

P4514 for a regular bedroom (rack rate: P9816), 

P5514 for a Junior Serendipity Suite (rr P10429), 

P6014 for a one bedroom serendipity suite (rr P11656.50)

P9014 for a two bedroom suite (rr P15337.50)

P12014 for a 3 bedroom suite (rr P19018.50)

Room availability is for Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only from April 25-December 28 2014 only.

Or escape the heat, take a trek to Tagaytay and enjoy 70% off on weekday rack rates at Discovery Country Suites.

Pay only P5000 instead of P15,343.75 for a De Luxe suite or P5500 for a Premier Suite.

Booking period is from August 1 - November 30, 2014. Rates are not applicable on weekends (Friday and Saturday) and Holidays. Add a surcharge of P2000 nett if you want to avail on weekends and holidays.

Discovery Shores Boracay. No introduction needed.

Instead of Paying P21,000 for a Junior Suite, only pay P12,600 when you book on these dates: May 4-31/ October 30-December 20, 2014; 

or pay only P11,550 when you book on April 27-30/ May 11-18, 25-31, 2014;

or get it at 50% : P10,500 when you book for June 1 - October 29, 2014.

For a One Bedroom Suite which has a rack rate of P23,000/night, pay only P14,950 for bookings made within May 4-31/ October 30-December 20, 2014; 

or P14,950 on April 27-30/ May 11-18, 25-31, 2014;

P12,650 when you book for June 1 - October 29, 2014.

For the One Bedroom Suite Premier (P25,000), only pay P17,500 for May 4-31/ October 30-December 20, 2014; 

P15,000 for April 27-30/ May 11-18, 25-31, 2014;

P13,750 when you book for June 1 - October 29, 2014.

And finally, my dream come true: Club Paradise Palawan...

where I plan to sip pina coladas and get caught in the rain with my one and only (cheesy! :P)

For an Island View Room:

Rack Rate: P14,000 

Get it for just P7,700 when you book between May 1-31/Oct 30-Dec20, 2014.

P7,000 when you book between April 26-30/May 13-20/June 1-Oct 29, 2014

For a Garden View/Hillside Room:

Rack Rate: P15,500

Get it for just P8,525 when you book between May 1-31/Oct 30-Dec20, 2014.

P7,750 when you book between April 26-30/May 13-20/June 1-Oct 29, 2014.

Rack Rate: P17,000

Get it for just P10,200 you book between May 1-31/Oct 30-Dec20/April 26-30/May 13-20.

P9,350 when you book between June 1-Oct 29, 2014.

Don't you think it's about time you indulged?

Book a luxurious vacation now, don't forget to visit the Discovery Travel Fair at the 2nd Level of Podium this April 29 - May 7, 2014 only.

for more info, visit: www.discoveryhotels-resorts.com

TWO WAYS: BARBARA MARTELO | LITTLE BLACK DRESS + LACE-UP SANDALS

Photos via: ELLE | Stockholm Streetstyle

Fashion editor Barbara Martelo is a great source for sleek and sexy style inspiration. She looked amazing during Paris Fashion Week in these two little black dresses and lace-up heeled sandals.

Get the look:
+ Helmut Lang Gala Ponte and Leather Dress
+ Blaque Label Halter Dress
+ Schutz Fiorenza Lace Up High Heel Sandals
+ Vince Camuto 'Jillie' Bootie
+ Schutz Slate High Lace-Up Sandal

century tuna superbods 2014 boracay (john lloyd unveil + awarding ceremonies)

I was at Boracay last weekend for the Century Tuna Superbods Challenege Awarding Ceremonies.

It was a 2-day affair with the first day being the last leg of the challenge where contestants had to participate in a race that was peppered with different types of games styled to test their various skills and strengths, both mental and physical.

The whole experience of spending an entire weekend amongst these Superbods was humbling, eye-opening, sometimes embarrassing and inspiring at the same time. They were all cut like Greek god (and goddess) statues and despite my petite frame, I could not help but feel conscious about all my little folds.

It certainly brought to mind what Century Superbods nutritionist, Nadine Tengco mentioned during the press launch several weeks ago...that "abs are made in the kitchen".

Judging from the participants and their strict Century Tuna diet, I would have to unanimously agree with her.

Despite my bone-crushing crossfit sessions, my tummy is still cute, soft and round (Ha! :P) and I'm guessing that is because of all the rice, butter and chocolate that I include in my diet. When I flex I can feel that is it quite firm underneath all the flab but the flab is what I seem to not be able to get rid off. Now I'm pretty sure I know why. :S

So anyway, back to the Superbods...

What I found truly inspiring is that all of the participants were unique and belonged to different age groups and body types...some used to be overweight and one of them was even in their 30s (I can relate). It proves that anybody can have the body they desire as long as they back it up with discipline and dedication. (where can I buy that ba?)

century superbods 2014

The awarding ceremonies started with a smoldering hot dance (and flex) number where the Superbods put their svelte figures on display for all of us to oggle:

century superbods boracay

As if that wasn't enough sexiness for one night, Joey Mead struts out in a stunning tangerine number (that left little to the imagination) which did wonders for her still amazing body:

joey mead century superbods

century superbods awarding ceremony boracay

After a couple of behind the scenes videos, it was time to announce the special awards for congeniality, people's choice, transformation, photogenic and race winners:

• Beach Bodies: Laurens Tolenaars and Paula Marciano
• People’s Choice: Diane Tan and Mauro Lumba
• Congeniality: Marneil Lim and Grace Murillo
• Transformation Award – Miguel Lasala and Darlene Anderson
• Superbod Race Winners: Miguel Lasala and Paula Marciano
• Photogenic: Miguel Lasala and Alaiza Malinao.

century superbods miguel lasala

Miguel Lasala bagged most of the awards which made me think he was a shoo-in for the title but I had to wait a little while before my guess could be confirmed. 

In the meantime, it was time to be entertained by (the cheeky men) Sam YG, Toni Tony, and Slick Rick of Boys Night Out who also participated in the 42-day diet plan and were there to show us their new physiques which were notably trimmer than before. Slick's was particularly impressive.

boys night out century superbods boracay

After some laughs, it was time for the big reveal and the moment everyone had been waiting for...

John Lloyd Cruz and his new body. Who better to introduce him than the original Superbod, Anne Curtis:

john lloyd century superbods unveil

(Let me just say that JL is 10x cuter and more charming in person)

Here's a full video of John Lloyd at Superbods Boracay so you can watch his totally adorable semi-striptease for yourselves:

Despite just being on the Superbod diet plan for over a month, he was notably slimmer and trimmer. His skin was also glowing.

john lloyd, anne curtis at century tuna superbods boracay

One thing JL and the BNO boys had in common was that they plan to stick to their new healthy lifestyles given the positive multiple benefits they have already experienced.

The night was getting hotter by the moment and the crowd could not contain their excitement much longer, it was time to announce the new Superbods for 2014.

To my surprise, Miguel was not one of them.

2nd place went to my personal favorite hottie, Laurens Tolenaars and his partner, Catherine Almirante.

1st place:  Marneil Lim and Alaiza Malinao.

superbods 2014 mauro lumba, sara polverini

And the new Century Superbods for 2014 are former child star, Sara Polverini and Mauro Lumba!

century superbods 2014 winners

Needless to say, after being surrounded by all those sexy bodies and success stories, I plan on taking the 6 week challenge myself. :P 

For exercises and recipes for the superbods diet plan, visit: www.centurytuna.ph/superbodschallenge

For more info, connect with Century Tuna Superbods on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@centurytunasuperbods)

Look of the Day: Casual Check

Hey guys, here's a very casual outfit from my last stay in Warsaw a couple weeks ago. It was really warm so I threw on this check_denim ensemble to go out for lunch. Nothing fancy but I feel like this blog is missing some flat shoe additions so here we go! 

Have a great week <3

I'm wearing:

Shirt- Sheinside

Skirt - Sheinside

Sneakers - New Balance

Bag - H&M

Watch - Michael Kors

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