Built NY: It's Neoprene!

I have always associated Built NY with neoprene laptop sleeves and such, so it was a pleasant surprise when Oliver of Quirks Marketing, the official distributor of Built NY here in the Philippines, invited us over to Chef Jessie in Rockwell Club to see for ourselves what Built NY is all about now.

First off, it has turned into a family friendly brand, with a lot of handy dandy products for babies and kids. From lightweight, durable, tear resistant bibs (Php1,195) and bottle holders (Php745 to Php995) to diaper caddies (Php1,895) and changing pads (Php2,495)...
 

Basic diaper bags (Php6,995)...

and convertible diaper bags (Php5,950) that are a veritable diaper changing station in itself. They've really thought of everything parents and their kids would need.

Pre-school kids will love their animal themed lunch boxes (Php995) made with food-safe materials. It also insulates their baon for up to 4 hours.

While us girls will have a field day with their cosmetic pouches (Php1,795),

and selection of totes (from Php1,645) and duffel bags (Php4,195) perfect for summer trips to the beach, or long drives out of the city.

Because they are made from neoprene, or wetsuit material, they are pretty much lightweight, folds neatly so they doesn't take up too much space, and are easy to clean. Just throw it into the washing machine, it's that easy.

I find this collapsible reusable tote (Php545) particularly handy. Or rather, easy on the shoulders.The whole bag can be folded right into the soft, neoprene-padded support strap and stuffed into your main purse to be pulled out when you've got your hands full from overzealous shopping.

Built NY is available here in the Philippines at the following stores and online retailers:

For more on Built NY Philippines, like their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BuiltPh

DwellStudio Madison Totes + Draw It...Color It...Win It!

Oh Mommies! If you have been searching high and low for a roomy, light weight and fun diaper bag, you might want to consider DwellStudio's Madison Diaper Bag which comes in all your favorite DwellStudio prints: 

The shape reminds me of a Louis Vuitton Neverfull or a Goyard St. Louis, so it makes for a chic and spacious (dimensions: "11.5H x 14.7"W x 6.5"D) nappy bag.  

The Madison Bag comes in coated canvas with a patterned nylon lining & leather straps, so it's waterproof and tough enough to carry everything from diapers and extra clothes to toys and tons of snacks. And did I mention it includes a changing pad, a stroller attachment and has lots of pockets inside? 

And when the little ones are all grown up, it is still cute enough to use as a weekend tote. So sulit!

On another note, DwellStudio Philippines is running a "Draw It...Color It...Win It!" contest and they will be giving away a DwellStudio Stamp Set! 

If your child is between 2 to 6 years old, just scan a photo of your child's artwork and mail it to promo@quirksmarketingph.com by June 26, 2011.

Entries will be posted on their Facebook page for voting. The winners will be announced by July 15, 2011.

In the Philippines, DwellStudio is exclusively distributed by Quirks Marketing Philippines.