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GUESS Manila, 4th of December 2009 –- DENIMNATION. Guess declares denim domination in a unique rocker-style party. Held at the main room of the newly-opened Encore, at Fort Bonifacio Global City, the event was authentically Guess.

With Manila’s VIPs all in attendance, models and fashion icons were spotted partying the night away. The likes of Rich Herrera, Karen Pamintuan and Joey Mead lent their own brand of style to the fashionable evening. Socialite Divine Lee was of course not to be left behind as she hosted a bevy of beautiful friends for the evening celebrating in their rocker-chic looks inspired by generations of Guess fashion. Actors Allesandra and Assunta Da Rossi added even more glamour to the occasion as they toasted with the very dignified Juls Ledesma.

Saga events again conceptualized the show that unveiled Guess’ fall/winter 2009 collection. It was a sneak peek into the true essence of the legendary denim brand which has been patronized by generations of loyal customers. A setup to highlight the edgy collection consisted of multiple level platforms with a drummer rocking out to the live fashion show.

Special Edition Guess-designed guitars were also awarded to 5 lucky guests of the evening.

The festive mood spilled-over to the wee hours of the night as Encore and its loyal guests enjoyed the Guess atmosphere all evening.

Alabang, ready to be a part of the REPUB1C Movement? A resounding YES as seen during the REPUBL1C flagship store opening at Westgate Center, Filinvest Corporate City, Alabang.

Republ1c store in Westgate Alabang

Bringing the hip and urban lifestyle of L.A. and New York to the South is REPUBL1C, the rookie in the streetwear and board sports retail industry. Republ1c grew from one shop in La Fuerza Plaza, Makati a little over a year ago to six (6) branches in strategic locations such as Trinoma Mall & Eastwood in Quezon City, D’mall in Boracay, and Westgate Center in Alabang.

The new store design, a mash up of industrial and glam elements, emulates what the brand is all about: hip, funky, and pumping with adrenaline. The inspiration behind the brand is the skurban fashion that has become all the rage with the youth. Skurban fashion is the fusion of the board sports and the urban cultures.
Loyal republ1cans will be glad to see new and exciting brands such as Married To The Mob, Alien Workshop, Habitat, Fourstar Clothing and Starlet as well as new drops from SUPRA, KR3W, The Hundreds, RVCA, Burton, Altamont, Analog, Girl, Chocolate, and Skullcandy.

Jim Greco sporting KR3W

Married to the Mob apparel

RVCA apparel

Alongside the opening of the flagship store, with over 50 brands of the best streetwear, wake & skate gear, headphones and swimwear were exhibitions from top international wakeboard pro riders and a skate session by the REPUBL1C skate team. Pro Wake champions who flew in for the event were Nick Davies (UK), Shane Bonifay (USA), Phillip Soven (USA), Shawn Watson (USA), Kim Yong Il (Korea), and Reuben Buchanan (Australia). REPUBL1C’s skate team was represented by Ansey Flores, Jeno German, Marvin Bolisay and Todd Tessier.

Pro Wake Champions from Australia Reuben Buchanan, from USA Shane Bonifay, from Korea Kim Yong Il, from USA Philip Soven and from UK Nick Davies

Open to the public, a portable wake pool was set-up on Filinvest Avenue and the REPUBL1C portable skate park in the parking area for the entire weekend. Republ1cans were able to witness the best of the best in wake and skate while having the chance to ride with the Pros themselves.

The REPUBL1C Movement, was not all about wake and skate – it was a celebration of the REPUBL1C lifestyle, the REPUBL1C way! DJ Dylan hosted the cocktail event with overflowing cocktails and food. Heart-thumping beats from DJ Euric and DJ Julio Sexy kept the republ1cans dancing and grooving well into the wee hours. Channel V exclusively covered the event declaring the REPUBL1C flagship store the hippest, sickest, happening place to get your gear.

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REPUBL1C is also located at La Fuerza Plaza, 2441 Don Chino Roces Ave., Makati City, 3/L TriNoma Mall, G/F Eastwood Citywalk 2, SWELL by Republ1c 2/L Eastwood Mall, and D’Mall Boracay.

5cm steps up to the plate and moves beyond the typical. The latest collection Against Nature moves beyond the normal jeans and tees. In a period when the country is closely updated with the fashions around the world, choices that mix comfort and style should not be hard to find. Taking your style one step further is as easy as slipping into the 5cm trends.

Move to the beat. Printed white tee paired with denims, reversible nylon jacket and white sneakers all from 5cm

Shot at hip NUVO 5cm showcases its seamless integration of style and functionality. Let their neck-ties turned Chinese collar from their collection be the perfect example. Such details do not only give the pieces a sense of individuality but also provides added function.

As one of Hong Kong’s leading retail labels, it recently opened its doors at SM Mall of Asia last October 2009. The brand featured looks perfect for the fashion forward gentleman. Tailored suits combined with the feel of the outdoors give it a fresh, updated style for the young sophisticate.

Move to the beat. Printed white tee paired with denims, reversible nylon jacket and white sneakers all from 5cm

Seriously sleek in a comfortable tee layered with a grey coat, black scarf, skinny jeans and red sneakers all from 5cm

This season’s collection also draws inspiration from the grunge music scene from the late 80s. Deconstructed silhouettes provide varied textures and styles suited best for that laid back yet trendy look. This enables you to take your outfit from work to the club scene by layering its museum art shirts and reconstructed jackets.

Dress to impress and make sure you are at par when it comes to fashion. Let 5cm have you achieve that laid back yet put together look that every single maven falls for.

Get an upgrade and visit 5cm at 3/F SM Megamall Atrium and at the 2/F main mall SM Mall of Asia.

Bags took center stage last November 12 as world-famous flip-flops brand. Havaianas launched the newest collection sharing their style DNA.

True to the characteristics of the brand, the new line of bags carries the same elements as the Havaianas flip-flops. Through an innovative fashion show with make-up done by SHU UEMURA and hair styling by Kiehl’s, Havaianas proved the versatility of these newest fashion statements. With all the color, sleek style and funky elegance of the chic brand, the all-new Havaianas Bag Collection impressed both the stylistas and media present at the launch, and the thousands of viewers watching it online via live streaming courtesy of Smart Communications.

With many different styles, the all-new Havaianas Collection has a bag for every lifestyle

The fashion show by Robby Carmona introduced the all-new bags and the presented “Havaianas City” at its most colorful.

The Havaianas bag collection has six different styles: Havaianas Mega, available in two different orientations, Mega Printed, Sack, Side, Tote and Zip, available in two different sizes. Following the same rainbow of colors as the flip-flops’ palette, the different bag styles are subtly ingrained with distinct Havaianas elements: the rice pattern from the soles and the Greek pattern from the straps are integrated into different details of all the bag styles. Reinforcing the bag’s durability are familiar rubber elements that provide sturdy yet stylish bases, straps and locks. The round rubber buttons used to keep the flip-flops’ soles and straps together can also be found detailing the bags, locking-in the Havaianas DNA.

“We always seek to stay fresh not only by keeping our flip-flop styles up to date but also by introducing new fashion items that will complement them,” says Gonzalez.

With this newest offering, Havaianas does for bags what it did for flip-flops: it offers the fashionable set an alternative that will let them live an busy and versatile lifestyle without sacrificing fun, fashion or function.
“Havaianas has always espoused the concept that style should be personal, and fashion should allow one to live their vibrant lives without any obstacles,” explains Gonzalez. “Our bags fit into the wearer’s lifestyle. The wearer doesn’t have to change their lifestyle to fit the bag.”

Fashionistas should keep their eyes open as the stylish Havaianas family grows with this recent introduction. These new bags are perfect for the fashion-conscious yet function-savvy individuals of the metro.

Carry the Havaianas Lifestyle at www.havaianasphilippines.com/musthavs.

The all-new Havaianas Bag Collection is out now at selected All Flip-Flops stores nationwide: Alabang Town Center, Bonifacio High Street, Glorietta 3, Greenbelt 5, SM Megamall, Ayala Center Cebu, SM City Cebu, SM City Cagayan de Oro, SM City Davao, SM City Iloilo, SM City Lipa, and SM City Naga.

Genetics has gone beyond science and has found its way into fashion.

Havaianas, the world’s best rubber flip-flops, now shares its DNA to the newest addition to their family.
“True to the innovative characteristic of the brand, we are introducing a new line of bags that carry the same elements as the Havaianas flip-flops,” says Anne Gonzalez, Managing Director for Terry S.A., Inc., the exclusive distributor of Havaianas in the Philippines.

With the same sense of functional style, these new fashion statements from Havaianas showcase the basic features that define the chic brand. Aside from using the same rainbow of colors as the flip-flops’ palette, the different bag styles are subtly ingrained with distinct Havaianas elements: the rice pattern on the soles and the Greek pattern on the straps are integrated into different details of all the bag styles. Reinforcing the bag’s durability are familiar rubber elements that provide sturdy yet stylish bases, straps and locks. The round rubber buttons used to keep the flip-flops’ soles and straps together can also be found detailing the bags, locking-in the Havaianas DNA.

“The original design elements of our flip-flops are stylishly transposed to this latest must-Hav. This new collection has been meticulously designed with the same originality, creativity and style that are inherent to the brand,” says Gonzalez.

Havaianas Mega

Similar to flip-flops, an understated handbag such as the Havaianas Mega can be the most versatile item in your bag wardrobe, adding a punch of color to any outfit. Havaianas Mega comes in two orientations, with the vertical Havaianas Mega NS currently available in Navy Blue and Black, and the horizontal Havaianas Mega LO currently available in Light Green and Red. Through careful attention to detail, the solid hues of Havaianas Mega underscore flexibility without compromising fashion or style.

Havaianas Mega Printed

Havaianas Mega Printed takes the same silhouette of the Havaianas Mega and adds a playful print. With its intricate design of flip-flop flowers, the Havaianas Mega Printed currently comes in Yellow|Gray and Light Blue|Brown. The added print makes the style a perfect option for the multi-faceted modern woman with an eye for style and a need for adaptability.

Havaianas Sack

Nothing beats the functionality of a durable carry-all, and Havaianas takes it a step further with the introduction of the Havaianas Sack — perfect for men and women who prefer a simple, subtle, ever-so-versatile style. Mirroring the variety of color found in the flip-flops, this style is currently available in nine different colors - Black, Brown, Gray, Lawn Green, Light Blue, Navy Blue, Orange, Pink, and Red – and each Sack features a detachable rubber strap that you can mix and match to suit your mood and style.

Havaianas Side

Havaianas takes the basic messenger sling bag to fashionable new heights with the Havaianas Side. This style features a rubber bottom for a sturdy and unique base, while a similar rubber brace keeps the bag cover in place while adding a distinct edge to the style. Available in Black, Brown and Navy Blue, the Havaianas Side is ideal for the dynamic lifestyles of youthful and fashionable individuals who value ease and practicality.

Havaianas Tote

One can’t help but love the simple yet functional construction of the Havaianas flip-flops and now, the Havaianas Tote. By inserting a colorful printed drawstring bag into the traditional tote silhouette, this bag – currently available in Light Blue, Pink, and Yellow - provides a fashionable way to secure your essentials. Add in the internal pockets, and the Havaianas Tote is perfect for every woman whose life is filled to bursting – from the chic career woman with her pens and papers to the stylish mommy with her baby’s bottles and diapers.

Havaianas Zip

The brand’s originality and innovative spirit shines through with the introduction of the cool, new bag concept of the Havaianas Zip. With wide-open sides, and numerous pockets, the Havaianas Zip allows you to conveniently tote items you would normally hand-carry, such as skateboards, yoga mats, jackets—even puppies. Currently available in two sizes and six colors – Black, Navy Blue, Orange, Red, Pink and Yellow - the Havaianas Zip is perfect for diverse girls and guys who are willing to break out of the traditional bag mold.

Bags with Your Personality

With this newest offering, Havaianas does for bags what it did for flip-flops: it offers the fashionable set an alternative that will let them live an active and versatile lifestyle without sacrificing fun, fashion or function.
“Havaianas has always espoused the concept that style should be personal and fashion should allow one to live their vibrant lives without any obstacles,” explains Gonzalez. “Our bags fit into the wearer’s lifestyle. The wearer doesn’t have to change their lifestyle to fit the bag.”

As the Havaianas portfolio grows, its style chromosomes can’t stay in one place. And if its predecessor, the flip-flops, is anything to go by, the new bag collection from Havaianas is set to take the fashion industry by storm.

Carry the Havaianas Lifestyle at www.havaianasphilippines.com/musthavs.

The all-new Havaianas Bag Collection is out now at selected All Flip-Flops stores nationwide: Alabang Town Center, Bonifacio High Street, Glorietta 3, Greenbelt 5, SM Megamall, Ayala Center Cebu, SM City Cebu, SM City Cagayan de Oro, SM City Davao, SM City Iloilo, SM City Lipa, and SM City Naga.

Reminisce the age of playing dress up and let your imagination run wild with pieces from the KT for PAPERDOLLS collection. As a toast to its 25th year, PAPERDOLLS dresses you up with colorful and vibrant ensembles from designer royale Kate Torralba.

Kate Torralba designs for PAPERDOLLS.

PAPERDOLLS traces its roots from the childhood years of its owner, Teresita Ong. As a precocious child, she loved to make cardboard cutouts of clothes for her visiting relatives - enough to build a collection of styles and designs she can mix and match in her room! When this budding entrepreneur grew up, it was evident that she will name her business after her passion— PAPERDOLLS.

True to its name, PAPERDOLLS encourages gals to explore and discover the various facets of herself. The pieces are designed to be one’s own personal experiment and therefore offer something new and different. “When we set out to develop a new collection for PAPERDOLLS, we looked at the works of various fashion designers and tried to find someone who most embodied our brand’s philosophy. We instantly gravitated toward Kate’s work. Her signature vivid prints were both exciting and sophisticated, capturing the spirit of PAPERDOLLS in a different exterior,” says PAPERDOLLS’ Kaky Galutera.

With genius Kate Torralba behind the latest PAPERDOLLS collection, you can say all sides of doll-dressing are more than just covered. PAPERDOLLS now has pieces that can be put together, mixed-and-matched, or tweaked according to one’s own style mood. With all these and more, KT for PAPERDOLLS can make any girl feel vibrant and empowered.

Strike fashion forward in this futuristic KT for PAPERDOLLS striped shift dress and black jersey top with ballerina sleeves

Introducing a mix of everyday staples you can wear from day to night, KT for PAPERDOLLS fills your closet with an assortment of comfy stretch cotton tops and dresses in stripes and solids. Versatile pieces in printed satins and jersey are perfect for the sultry evening look. Dresses are also in the limelight with shorts, pants and bottoms as other must-haves from the collection.

Calling out the vibe of style diva Audrey Hepburn is as easy as slipping into KT for PAPERDOLLS bold-striped skirts and t-shirts. Tops and dresses also come in quirky boxy sleeves called Ballet Wraps. And like a cherry on your ice cream, the collection tops it all off with the exclusive Kate Torralba for PAPERDOLLS graphic printed tees made especially for KT and PAPERDOLLS fans.

Channel Audrey Hepburn in this KT for PAPERDOLLS blue fitted top and striped pleated skirt

“The inspiration for this collection is what really got me started in the fashion business—which is, my love for dressing up! Everyone should have the KT for PAPERDOLLS t-shirt, which unmistakably has the KT doodle face on it, just for humor! Collect them all, no reason why you can’t—affordable, cute and fun pieces for your wardrobe!” adds Kate Torralba.

This event was made possible by Absolut Vodka,Ralph’s Wines & Spirits, and NYA Customized Dolls by Anj Calvo (www.nyadolls.blogspot.com).

Kate Torralba for Paperdolls is exclusively available in selected SM Department Stores nationwide.

SUYEN CORPORATION has been into fashion retailing for the past two decades with various original brands under our belt such as Bench, Herbench, Human, Bench-Body and Kashieca. All these are produced through the ingenuity of SUYEN.

Alongside with these homegrown brands, different foreign labels were introduced in the Philippine fashion retail market. Among these are The Face Shop of Korea, Celio of France, and Pedro of Singapore. Recent additions to our growing family are: Singapore’s Charles & Keith, Canada’s Aldo and La Senza, Israel’s Fox.

Jaspal Group, one of the top fashion companies in Thailand, together with Suyen Corporation brings forth three new and exciting brands to the Philippine shores: CPS Chaps, CC Double O and LYN Shoes and Accessories.

CPS CHAPS

The newest design for hip and fashion forward generation, CPS Chaps combines cutting edge design and attention to details using only premium quality imported fabrics and handcrafted a jeans that is distinctive and contemporary.

CPS Chaps supports individual exploration in fashion and style that reflects the wearers’ identity through various range of clothing items and collections. Consumers will feel encouraged to express their unique passion that fits perfectly in today’s urban society.

Coolly Sophisticated, Individualistic, Sociable and Seductively Funky!

WINTER 2009

CPS Chaps enters the new season with the most psychedelic of all collections! Neon brights and electric lights are perfectly captured in its multicolored graphic tees and dresses for the ladies. Even the floral theme of the 50’s is brought back more alive and glamorous with unconventional flower prints and color combinations. Men can expect a rocking new collection with signature outfits co-designed by Thailand superstar Ananda Everingham. He brings cool back to the winter season with the classic look of the bikers. This season is never dull or boring with the CPS Chaps collection in store. Every visit will surely be an adventure; it’s time to color your closet CPS Chaps!

CPS Chaps is located at G/F Trinoma.

True to tradition, Fruits & Passion is offering a whole host of fragrant gift ideas, including body care rituals, fine perfumes, home fragrance products, great finds for the kitchen and a wide selection of ready-to-gift decorative box sets. From grandma to the kid’s fave teacher, those hard to please males to the perfect hostess gift, something to inspire the home chef or just a little something extra to have on hand - one thing is certain: Fruits & Passion delivers for Holiday 2009 quality, originality and sheer aromatic pleasures at affordable and do-able price points.

What’s new

Fruits & Passion Holiday 2009 Seasonal Collection Cranberry Love

Fruits & Passion continues to come up with amazing, innovative products – and their new scent Cranberry LOVE is a perfect example! This exquisite berry fragrance with enveloping ambered notes was designed especially to imbue holiday essence and is featured in five body care products to please every gift recipient.

Exclusive fragrances

Fruits & Passion Holiday 2009 Fruity Foaming Bath Collection

Once again this year, Fruits & Passion is excited and delighted to feature its seasonal classic scents - Winter Berries, Gui-Mistletoe and Orange-Cinnamon. These three exclusive fragrances breathe an air of festivity into any environment for true holiday appeal and are offered for a limited time in an array of home fragrance products.

The countdown to Christmas begins on November 1, 2009, at Fruits & Passion boutiques worldwide, which all will be chuck full of the newest selection of unique, original, and beautifully packaged gifts ready to go. Fruits & Passion products are also sold in over 2000 department and specialty stores nationwide.

Every Fruits & Passion purchase for Holiday 2009 is the gift that keeps on giving. The Company is donating a portion of its sales of the new Winter Berries Foaming Hand Soap to local US charities. This exclusive new product will be available to purchase for a special price throughout the holiday season.

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About Fruits & Passion
Today, Fruits & Passion is spreading joy around the world. With an extensive network of over 170 retail stores in the United States (five stores: Aventura, Las Vegas, Natick, Scottsdale, Thousand Oaks), Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, thousands of customers from Dubai to Paris, Beijing, Las Vegas, Cancun, Montreal and beyond are discovering the sensation of well-being that our delicious fragrances can bring to their daily care rituals. Visit: www.fruits-passion.com

Known for its trendy and comfortable footwear, Crocs, Inc. launches another exciting collection with its Fall/Holiday 2009 Collection, your latest, and most reliable and charming companions wherever you land your feet. This new line of crocs™ designs feature footwear perfect for fashionable, on-the-go, and dynamic crocs™ lovers.

Santa Cruz Corduroy Army

Yukon

Pamper your feet this season especially during the hectic Christmas shopping days and long vacations with the Lily, Lily LJ Plaid, Mccall, Santa Cruz Cord, and Yukon Woven. Crocs introduces two new varieties of its signature designs for men, Yukon and Santa Cruz. A hit with active men who love to travel light, Yukon Woven embraces the clog design but with an even stronger urban vibe and a more dashing design, with its new stylish woven vamp. Santa Cruz Cord, which can be enjoyed by men and boys, is a stylish loafer with corduroy upper with suede heel accent for enhanced durability.

Lily LJ Plaid

McCall

Lily is an elegant take on the classic flats for women, designed for work, shopping, or parties. It features synthetic patent leather trim detail with a grosgrain bow on the vamp. Lily LJ Plaid is a variation of Lily with a round head exuding playfulness. In line with the seasonal trend, this flats is printed with oversized traditional plaids. The synthetic patent trimmings add a graceful touch. Another Fall/Holiday favorite is Mccall Velvet, a sleek and slim-cut pair of flats add a classic touch to your jeans or pants. Mccall Velvet comes in warming velvet flocking, with small holes on the vamp for ventilation.

Cayman Spongebob

Mackenzie

The kids will not be left out this season. Crocs is launching the Buzz Lightyear Cayman, Spiderman V2, and Mackenzie for playful boys and charming girls. The Buzz Lightyear Kids Cayman plays on the popular ©Disney character Buzz Lightyear, designed with an eye-catching lime back strap and navy clog featuring flying Buzz on the vamp. Spiderman V2 is another variation of the Kids Cayman, with Spiderman’s signature red mask guarding the vamp center with his signature red web sprawled across the shoe. Mackenzie is one shoe girls will surely adore. Based on the popular Mary Jane, Mackenzie ballerina features a two-tone design for breathable comfort made for busy little fashionistas. The design embraces a glamorous rhinestone Jibbitz™.

Crocsband

Another addition to the wide array of footwear this season is the Crocband, the coolest Crocs footwear line to date. These retro sneakers have long been associated with self-expression, independence, and liberation. The new sneaker-inspired sporty midsole band distinguishes the Crocband from the classic Beach model. The Crocband takes crocs™ shoes’ iconic expression and infuses a youthful and optimistic spirit, captured in these retro sneakers. Crocband shoes combine fun and a colorful collage of retro and new pop culture design that go perfectly with any casual outfit.

All new shoe models in the Fall 2009 collection are made with Crocs’ proprietary croslitetm material. It is this material that makes crocs™ shoes original and unique which enables Crocs to produce soft, comfortable, lightweight, superior-gripping, non-marking, and odor-resistant shoes. Genuine crocs™ shoes can only be found in official crocs™ concept stores and authorized retailers. Each crocs™ product has its own unique barcode number, model name, color, and size on the tag.

Crocs strengthens its foothold as the top-tier footwear brand that leads fashion trends and defines styles without diminishing any of its legendary originality, comfort, durability, and versatility with its wide array of new designs of unique material and playful colors.

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