New & on SALE at Catalogue63

Martina of Catalogue63 tells me they have new pieces in store, and will be adding more as Christmas draws near. So I added a tab on my browser, headed off to Catalogue63 and found plenty of items perfect for everyday wear! And sige na nga, holiday gifting for family and friends din! Heehee!

Like that maxi skirt would be nice for my sister Dianne, for weekends and especially when she travels. Comfy and yet not sloppy. The top would be perfect for my sister Trina, it can go with trousers for work on weekdays, and may be worn with shorts or jeans on weekends. The pencil skirt would look cute on our youngest, Nicole, work appropriate with pointy flats and a long cardigan.

Martina says a lot of their  items are free size, so perfect as gifts, especially if you are not too sure of the sizes. Plus, who wants to receive clothing with an XL tag no?

Because I love sales and buying stuff at a bargain, I checked out the sale section too and found pretty tops from And Apparel for less than Php500. Winner! Pag ako nagsuot ng mga ito, mukhang Php5000 na yan. Chozzzz!

New GlamBox 5000 Pro Series

Back in 2009, I posted about GlamBox Airbrush Cosmetics and it seemed like such a revolutionary idea then to be able to buy an affordable airbrushing machine for home/personal use. Because let's face it, with airbrushing you get professional looking coverage everyday. 

Fast forward to now, Val and Andrea, the GlamBox girls, have come out with a better machine, called the GlamBox Pro 5000 Series which is created especially for makeup professionals.

What makes it different from the original model? Well, here ya go:

- Higher PSI function (up to 40 PSI)
- Power saving automatic sleep mode feature
- Bigger gun cup capacity (with lid)
- Compact design and built in handle for ease of transport

Depending on your budget, choose amongst the starter, deluxe or professional kits. All come with the higher capacity compressor and bigger gun cup capacity. Check out the deets:

Pro 5000 Starter Kit (Php19,500)

Includes: 

THREE Bottles = 1 Foundation (of your choice) + 1 Cheek Color (of your choice) + 1 Thinner/Cleaner 

PLUS: Compressor, Airbrush Gun (w/ accessories), Gun holder, Adaptor, Airhose, Tutorial CD, and a GlamBox Bag.

Pro 5000 Deluxe (Php22,800)

Includes: 

TEN Bottles = 4 Foundation + 2 Cheek Color + 1 Luminizer + 3 Thinner/Cleaner 

PLUS: Compressor, Airbrush Gun (w/ accessories), Gun holder, Adaptor, Airhose, Tutorial CD, and a GlamBox Bag.

Pro 5000 Premium Pro (Php27, 500)

Includes: 

SIXTEEN Bottles (All Colors) = 5 Foundation + 3 Cheek Color + 2 Luminizer + 3 Adjusters + 3 Thinner/Cleaner 

PLUS: Compressor, Airbrush Gun (w/ accessories), Gun holder, Adaptor, Airhose, Tutorial CD, and a GlamBox Bag. 

About The GlamBox Airbrush Makeup Line 

Flawless, streak free and guarantees evenly distributed coverage: 

- It is silicone-based so it easily fills in pores and fine lines. 

- It dries immediately and is water-resistant to sweat or tears. 

- It is long lasting so it does not smudge off and does not need to be touched up the whole day. 

- It is an HDTV (High Definition Television) makeup line so it is ideal for photo and video shoots. 

- It is very versatile. It can be used to contour and highlight facial features. It can also be used to airbrush the body for coverage and for sunless tanning. 

For more details, or to order, check out:  

Website: www.glamboxairbrush.com / www.facebook.com/GlamBoxCosmetics 

Hotline: 0922 – 8200172 

Email: glamboxcosmetics@yahoo.com 

PS - When you order online, you get FREE DELIVERY within Metro Manila!

Yogarat x Zalora Blog Raffle

Founded in 2008 and based in Santa Monica, California, YogaRat is a yoga-inspired active-lifestyle brand with a mission of realizing the perfect blend of premium quality, affordability, and a distinct "fun factor" in all of their products. 

Known for their non-toxic and eco-friendly yoga mats and super-absorbent, fast-drying microfiber towels, YogaRat also uses minimal packaging for all their products, making sure they are treading as lightly as possible on the environment. Now isn't that worthy of reaping good karma?

Speaking of karma, if you've been good, maybe your lucky day is just around the corner! Zalora and Yogarat are giving away the following items to one lucky reader of MFO:

One (1) Easy Mat Strap - This lightweight mat strap makes it easy to to transport your yoga mat to and from your yoga classes. The strap is made from durable nylon and Velcro enclosures that make it versatile enough to fit any yoga mat. The strap can also be used to aide you during your yoga practices when support is needed for certain yoga poses and stretches.

One (1) RatMat Pro - Our premium RatMat Pro yoga mats are made of Eco-friendly 100% TPE material that's lightweight, tough and grippy. They are produced without the use of latex, rubber, or toxic materials.

Whether you are a beginner or a devoted yogini, there's nothing like new yoga accessories to excite you about your practice. Admit it! Detachment to material things, what's that? Heehee. So join na! Here's how:

1. The contest is open to all readers of MANILA FASHION OBSERVER with a local/Philippine address.
2. Contest period is from November 6 to November 13. Winner will be chosen via random pick and announced on November 14, 2012.
3. Join via Rafflecopter:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Sophie the Giraffe x Babypalooza Bazaar Raffle

Berry's much loved Sophie the Giraffe

Parents, godparents, and doting family members, here's a tip. If you are to buy a gift for the wee one in your life, that's guaranteed to be loved (and chewed) to much satisfaction, I would suggest getting Sophie the Giraffe.

It's the ultimate teether that all babies seem to love. I bought this for Berry simply because she wouldn't let go of her playmate Max's Sophie the Giraffe. My friend Tina, Max's mommy, said that it was the only teether her son ever liked and true enough, when I got Berry her own Sophie, she wouldn't nibble on anything else.

All my mommy friends have noticed how much Berry loves Sophie, or have heard me rave about Sophie, that they all end up buying Sophie for their babies too (read my friend OC Mom in Manila's encounter with Sophie here). And Sophie is so sturdy that Berry has passed on Sophie to Xavi now. Awwww.

Now on to the good part! A Sophie Giveaway from the Babypalooza Bazaar organizers (more on that in a bit)! Simply join here:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Winner must be willing to claim the prize at the Babypalooza Bazaar. I will close the contest on November 14, 2012 and will announce one (1) winner on November 15, 2012. Prize will be raffled off randomly. Good luck dear readers! 

About the Babypalooza Bazaar:

Date: November 30, 2012
Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Venue: Walter Hogan Conference Center, ISO, Ateneo de Manila University, QC campus.
Site: www.babypalooza.com.ph

This bazaar focuses on items and services for babies, toddlers and expectant moms. It features both preloved and brand new premium items from widely trusted local and imported brands. Items from Phillips Avent, Vulli (Sophie the Giraffe), Carter’s, Dr. Brown, Calvin Klein, Tiny Buds, Red Tag, Gap, Human Heart Nature, Osh Kosh and tons of other stuff produced by Manila-based mompreneurs and from well-known brands will be sold on-site at negotiable, parent-friendly prices. 

A lactation consultant will also be on-site to offer FREE breastfeeding tips and counseling. 

A special feature of this bazaar is its Vendor Protection Program (VPP). The VPP ensures that items that will be sold by one Babypalooza vendor will not be sold by another. This will ensure that buyers will not see the same stuff from several vendors over and over again, making their visit and shopping experience much more fun and worthwhile.

Items that will be sold are baby clothing, shoes and accessories, gear, strollers/baby furniture, feeding bottles, nursing wear, breast pumps, skin care and cleaning products. Edible products such as organic baby food, pastries, pasta and other food items will be sold on-site. 

Services such as umbilical cord banking, bronze casting and pregnancy/breastfeeding massage will also be featured.  

Venue is fully air-conditioned. Free parking and entrance. For the list of brands, items and more bazaar information, check out www.babypalooza.com.ph

Lancel Fall/Winter 2012-2013 Collection

Maison Lancel was founded in 1876 by Angèle Lancel — a smart and vivacious woman who opened a shop near the Opéra Garnier. There, she sold articles for smokers, but eventually ventured into ornaments and accessories for ladies.

In 1927, Lancel developed its legendary bucket bag—an icon of the French Légèreté, and this style was reintroduced as Premiere Flirt in 2006.

Premiere Flirt 

New this season! The Premiere Flirt Tote is a spin-off from the classic bucket bag style

Maison Lancel is also known as a label that finds its inspiration in artists and icons. From the Daligramme Collection named after Salvador Dali's "daligramas” - a secret language characterized by an alphabet dedicated to his muse, Gala; to Alice Taglioni, the blonde muse of French Cinema, as well as Olympic champion Laure Manaudou and the alluring actress Isabelle Adjani.

L'Adjani for F/W 2012-2013 comes in exquisite lambskin and mock python leather

In 2010, the brand turned to Brigitte Bardot, the legendary actress who inspired the Brigitte Bardot bag—a piece that evokes her sensuality and femininity.

Le Brigitte Bardot or “BB”, is coming out with a denim-themed collection for F/W 2012-2013

In celebration of its 135th year last year, Lancel came up with an entirely new collection — L’Angèle by Lancel. This bag is of course named after Angèle Lancel, who founded Lancel in 1876. Strong-willed and forward-looking, she created handbags and leather accessories for discriminating women, unique creations that are as elegant as they are impertinent, as stylish as they are functional. 

L'Angele's silhouette is inspired by one of Lancel’s vintage handbags from the 1960s. It also has an ingenious mechanism to fix upright the mirror flap, creating a vanity with which to check your makeup!

New additions to these well-loved collections were launched last September 2012 at a special event attended by Xavier Le Borgne, the Head of Branded Retail at Lancel. 

Behold! Two new designs from Lancel's vintage series: La Charmeuse, which is inspired by the soft, curvy female figures of the 18th century...

La Charmeuse, which I can totally see is going to be a bag great for the busy career woman

...and La Galante, which brings back the vintage looks of 1974.

La Galante, a ladylike box bag, in a shape and style that has been enjoying a resurgence amongst stylish women these days  

I personally think Lancel has the potential to incite a bag craze in the Charmeuse and La Galante this season. Plus the L'Angele is perfect for maarte girls! I love the classic shapes of these bags and I think these are going to be bag closet staples in the years to come.

Lancel is exclusively distributed in the Philippines by Riviera Luxury Retailers Corporation.