Tuesday, November 29, 2011

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X Factor's Little Mix wear personalised tights, we go green with envy


Who wouldn’t want their own pair of personalised tights, right? We went green with envy when we saw Little Mix’s Jade Thirlwall wearing a fab pair at the 'Hugo' premiere in London last night.

Jade was joined by her X Factor bandmates Jesy NelsonLeigh-Anne Pinnock and Perrie Edwards for the Royal Performance of 'Hugo in 3D' at the Odeon Leicester Square.
The girls rocked the monochrome trend in their black and white outfits and also ticked another big celeb fashion trend box: statement tights.
We’ve seen stars like Rihanna, Amy Childs and even Harper Seven Beckham rocking the look.Jade’s tights were covered in letters to spell out the name of the band.
Stylish and self-promotional? Clever girl.

X Factor's Little Mix wear personalised tights, we go green with envy


Who wouldn’t want their own pair of personalised tights, right? We went green with envy when we saw Little Mix’s Jade Thirlwall wearing a fab pair at the 'Hugo' premiere in London last night.

Jade was joined by her X Factor bandmates Jesy NelsonLeigh-Anne Pinnock and Perrie Edwards for the Royal Performance of 'Hugo in 3D' at the Odeon Leicester Square.
The girls rocked the monochrome trend in their black and white outfits and also ticked another big celeb fashion trend box: statement tights.
We’ve seen stars like Rihanna, Amy Childs and even Harper Seven Beckham rocking the look.Jade’s tights were covered in letters to spell out the name of the band.
Stylish and self-promotional? Clever girl.

Monday, November 28, 2011

2011 Christmas Promo by GET LAUD!

GET LAUD, the quality ladies’ apparel, makes use of the finest imported and trendy fabrics throughout all their creations. Stylishly cut and locally sewn, GET LAUD clothing not only gives superb comfort but makes its customers instant fashionistas as well. GET LAUD also won the "Marketing Excellence" Award for 2010 and the "Most Promising Retailer" Award for 2007 from the Ayala Malls. Consecutively, in 2005 and in 2006, GET LAUD received the “Seal of Excellence” Award as the "Best Spandex Apparel Retail Store" given by the National Shopper’s Association of the Philippines and the National Shopper’s Choice Awards. Truly Get Laud! is a multi-awarded company dedicated with Philippine Fashion.
In order to celebrate these wonderful years of achievement, GET LAUD will be giving away exciting and chic 2012 tabletop calendars for free! In every calendar, enjoy GET LAUD coupons for a special treat each in store month of 2012. Simply shop in any of the participating GET LAUD branches nationwide and purchase regular GET LAUD items for a minimum of Php 800 on a single receipt. For purchases, cash or credit card may be accepted. GET LAUD Privilege Cardholders are more than obliged to join. This promo is not valid with any other promotions and discounts except the GET LAUD Privilege Card.
Make it a shopping date at GET LAUD. Promo period is from November 23, 2011 to January 15, 2012. So be the first to grab a GET LAUD 2012 Calendar now! Happy Shopping!
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Saturday, November 26, 2011

A Tribute Gala for Jose "Pitoy" Moreno

Throughout a career spanning 60 years, Jose "Pitoy" Moreno has continued to make the Filipino proud in terms of Philippine Fashion. He has been compared to the famed international fashion designer Oleg Cassini and hailed as the "Fashion Czar of Asia," yet for all the recognition and accolades he has received, his contribution and influence on Philippine fashion remains beyond measure.
Pitoy Moreno was one of the earliest advocates of the Maria Clara gown, and the terno, while transforming Filipiniana gowns into timeless pieces of fashion. He has been known for his extravagant beadwork, elaborate embroidery and personal fabrics. First ladies, royalties, politicians and socialites here and abroad have sought and have worn his designs, from formal ternos to impressive ball gowns.
A National Artist, Moreno has brought the country's national costumes to worldwide recognition, staging over 43 shows in every major fashion capital such as Paris, Moscow, Rome, Madrid, New York, Hong Kong, San Francisco, Tokyo, Copenhagen, Athens, Barcelona, Sweden, Viennna, Moscow, and Washington D.C., to name a few. International luminaries such as Nancy Reagan, Pat Nixon, Bettty Ford, Queen Sirikit of Thailand, Queen Margarretta of Bulgaria, Queen Sophia of Greece, Princess Margaret of Britain, Pricess Suga of Japan, among others have all proudly worn his creations. His local muses on the other hand include, former First Lady Imelda Marcos, former Miss Universe Gloria Diaz, Bb. Pilipinas' Stella Marquez-Araneta, Tingting Cojuangco, as well as many other celebrities.
 His accomplishments both in the local and international fashion industry made him one of the most prized and respected Filipino designers of all time. In honor of all his contributions, Metro Society, in partnership with ABS-CBN, Lifestyle Network and the Bb. Pilipinas charities held the "Jose "Pitoy" Moreno: A Tribute Gala" at the Edsa Shangri-La Hotel last November 21, 2011. Showcasing a large collection of the fashion legend's creations, the gala indeed was the biggest fashion event to cap off the closing year. Politicians, socialites, celebrities, his loyal muses and clients, as well as his fellow designers filled the Isla Ballroom of the Shangri-La Hotel, all eager to see the genius and his work once again. Their heart's desire was satisfied as more than 100 pieces of Philippine costumes, extraordinary couture gowns, and beautifully crafted ternos filled the runway.
Opening the evening was Moreno's collection of Muslim costumes in gold material with glass beads, brass bells and ornate metal headdresses worn by Charlene Gonzales in the 1994 Miss Universe that won in the national costume category. The night also featured Moreno's barong creations followed by a colorful collection of his modernized terno. The pieces displayed his famous reinvention of the garb with short vertical butterfly sleeves and cinched waists. Most had accents of either a floral beadwork or embroidery.

The show then livened up with his flamenco-inspired dresses complete with mantones de Manila, his black-and-white Maria Clara collection, and his famous 19th century-inspired Maria Clara gowns crafted from indigenous materials jusi, piAa and lepanto. Moreno's bridal collection became the most mesmerizing part of the night. It proved why it has always been a Filipina's dream to wear a Moreno gown on her wedding day. The pieces were grand with beautiful beadwork, endless trails and enchanting veils. The collection also featured Muslim wedding costumes, which showed the designer's complete devotion to Filipino culture and fashion.
The runway was star-studded as supermodels Izza Gonzales-Agana, Patty Betita, Suyen Chi, Marina Benipayo, Menchu Soriano, Annette Coronel-Cruz and Phoemela Baranda donned Moreno's famous works. Moreno always loved to dress beauty queens and several of them participated in the gala show including 2011 Miss Universe 4th runner-up Shamcey Supsup and 2010 Ms. Universe 4th runner-up Venus Raj, as well as past Bb. Pilipinas winners Dianne Necio, Bianca Manalo, Patricia Fernandez, Nina Ricci Alagao, and Marie Ann Umali. Host KC Concepcion expressed pride as she wore her first Pitoy terno while actors Sam Milby and Piolo Pascual both wore the designer's barongs. Siblings Megan and Lauren Young, Denise Laurel, Cecilia Schulze, Georgia Schulze-Del Rosario and Karylle also graced the runway.
Singers Gary Valenciano, Rico Blanco and Rem Zamora serenaded Moreno's muses while the music from the Manila Symphony Orchestra perfectly complemented Moreno's aesthetic. When Pitoy Moreno came out on stage, everyone cheered and gave the famed designer the ovation he truly deserved. Proceeds from the event was for the benefit of the Lopez Group Foundation, Inc. LGFI coordinates the Lopez Group's corporate social responsibility initiatives focused on education, health and wellness, humanitarian assistance, livelihood, environment, and the promotion of Philippine arts and culture.

All these years, I've been putting up shows all over the world. It's not about me--it's about the best of Philippine fashion, the best Filipino models, and the best Philippine material. Everywhere I go; I try to promote our culture."-- Pitoy Moreno

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