Love Bonito Signatures Collection: Ready-to-Live, Not Just Ready-to-Wear

     Leading Southeast Asian womenswear brand, Love, Bonito, is redefining womenswear for the Asian woman with a new brand identity and a revamped assortment strategy. The change signifies the brand’s commitment towards its long-term vision of becoming the ultimate go-to destination for Asian women. Fronting the campaign is a powerhouse line-up of Asian and Asian-American women, specifically chosen for their personal stories and outlook that strays from what a stereotypical Asian woman should be or look like.

     “This milestone represents a heartfelt tribute to our Asian women community,” says Rachel Lim, Co-founder of Love, Bonito. “Through our rebrand, we honour our rich Asian heritage and challenge stereotypes surrounding Asian women. This evolution extends to our apparel design, where we prioritise not only perfecting the Asian fit but also ensuring each piece is meticulously crafted for functionality, confidence, and versatility. From school drop-offs to the boardroom and date nights, our designs empower women to embrace every aspect of their lives with style and grace.”

Love Bonito Signatures Collection: Ready-to-Live, Not Just Ready-to-Wear 
From Left to Right: Featuring a powerhouse line-up Arden Cho,
mother-daughter duo Gym Tan & Mya Miller, Yuna and Chanel Miller

Love, Bonito’s Lunar New Year Collection and a new Philippines website

     This Lunar New Year, Love, Bonito seeks to honour all kinds of modern reunions in an era where family gatherings look vastly different for everyone. Whether through long-distance virtual calls or intimate gatherings, the Year of the Dragon will be celebrated by paying homage to our Asian heritage through Eastern-inspired silhouettes, twinning looks and coordinated family ensembles. Plus, customers can now enjoy shopping with the brand via its new Philippines website (lovebonito.com/ph) where they can view pricing in Pesos, enjoy new and convenient payment options like GCash, and redeem specially curated gifts, including the Fortune Red Packets, Scarlet Tissue Box Holder and Gratitude Chopsticks.

Love, Bonito’s Lunar New Year Collection and a new Philippines website

From Left to Right: Ila Satin Bias Cut Midi Dress in Opulent Florals (Dusty Pink),

Kalani Satin Column Midi Dress in Opulent Florals (Slate Blue)

Love, Bonito’s 11.11 Sale will unleash your Subtle Asian Auntie

     No girl math needed this time. Unleash your inner auntie this 11.11 Singles Day Sale* and grab your long-awaited favourites across Love Bonito’s Casual Wear, Fall/Winter, Workwear and Wedding & Party styles. With up to 70% off selected pieces, these deals are guaranteed to make your Asian parents proud.

Love, Bonito’s 11.11 Sale will unleash your Subtle Asian Auntie

Maxi Dresses: Your Summer to Fall Go-To

     If you’re looking for the perfect transitional dressing trend, especially for summer to fall, then you can’t go wrong with a maxi dress. No matter if you live in an area where the temperatures start to cool and the leaves change in late September, or you’re just looking for a versatile dress that can weather any kind of climate, a maxi dress is always a great go-to item.

     These dresses come in all kinds of colors and variations, and can be worn for a variety of occasions, including for work, the weekend, or even a special event. And they’re so easy to dress up, or dress down! But how exactly should you style your dress as the seasons change, and what are some of the best ways to wear them? Glad you asked, because in today’s article, we’re discussing: What maxi dresses are (and where to buy them), the best shoes to wear with a maxi dress and how to wear this transitional dressing trend!

Maxi Dresses: Your Summer to Fall Go-To
If you’re looking for an easy transitional summer to fall dressing trend, the maxi dress has you covered! Main image courtesy of Shopbop

How Do Rag & Bone Boots Fit? Your Shopping + Style Guide

The Rag &and Bone clothing brand is one that focuses on delivering timeless and original designs to its customers. The brand has clothing and accessory options for both men and women including sweaters, blazers, skinny jeans, bags, and hats. The brand is also committed to delivering these products to its customers without compromising the core values that made it a success in the first place.

image courtesy of Stickpng.

Dress Up in Style With these 8 Quartz Watches for Women

     When it comes to fashion accessories, watches are a classic and timeless choice that can elevate any outfit. Not only do they serve a practical purpose, but they also make a statement about personal style and taste. And for women, a quartz watch is a perfect option for those looking for accuracy, reliability, and affordability. 

     In this post, we've rounded up eight of the best quartz watches for women that are stylish, practical, and versatile enough to wear for any occasion. So whether you're looking to add a new piece to your collection or searching for the perfect gift for a special woman in your life, we've got you covered. Let's dive in and discover the perfect quartz watch for you!

Dress Up in Style With these 8 Quartz Watches for Women

Pooja-Accamma Somaiah stuns in a George Trochopoulos gown on the red carpet at the British Fashion Awards 2022

     Exuding elegance at The Fashion Awards, Pooja-Accamma Somaiah dawned a gorgeous George Trochopoulos pink and silver, fringed stripe gown made entirely of mohair and silver up-cycled yarn. George is the 21-year-old fashion mastermind behind Dua Lipa's viral party dress and Emma Chamberlain's sexy horse ranch dress. Held by the British Fashion Council; this star-studded event is attended by A-list celebrities and some of the most influential designers in the fashion industry.

     The makeup was done by the legendary Kirstin Piggott and hair by the fabulous Kei Terada. Kirstin's work can regularly be seen gracing the covers of some of the world's most influential magazines featuring the likes of Kate Moss and Georgia May Jagger. Kei's hairstyling has been in multiple issues of Vogue as well as Harper's Bazaar, V Magazine, the WSJ and over 100 magazines.

Pooja-Accamma Somaiah stuns in a George Trochopoulos gown on the red carpet at the British Fashion Awards 2022

Love, Bonito Takes You On A Shopping Spree This Social Sale

     If you are in search of a perfect excuse for some retail therapy, then Love, Bonito’s The Social Sale has got to be your best bet. From everyday staples such as the Karin Scoop Neck Bodysuit to festive wear like the Lana Padded Knot Front Dress, there are over a thousand popular designs up for grabs at up to 80% off, available online.

     From 3 to 12 June*, LBCommunity+ members** can look forward to a 10-day non-stop shopping marathon. To sweeten the deal, customers who shop more get to enjoy greater discounts***!

Love, Bonito Takes You On A Shopping Spree This Social Sale

Rest, Renew and Bloom with Love, Bonito

      Love, Bonito launches its newest loungewear collection showcasing its latest in-house print –inspired by the beauty in wilting before the flower can bloom again.

     

     This April, Love, Bonito celebrates rest and renewal. Get first dibs on Love, Bonito’s latest loungewear collection centred around the theme of renewal. Inspired by the beauty in wilting before blooming once again, the collection serves as a reminder to rest and take that much-needed time for yourself.

Rest, Renew and Bloom with Love, Bonito

Wacoal Believes That Beauty Starts From Within

     It has been three years since I visited the Wacoal headquarters in Kyoto, Japan but everything I witnessed there feels like just yesterday. I learned so much from the tour and it was instilled in my mind that when you say Wacoal-the mission is always making every BODY beautiful. I’ve learned to appreciate my Wacoal undergarments, even more, when I saw the passion and dedication that they put in everything they make. How their years of experience has helped them understand women’s body from the time she started to bloom until her maturity. For Wacoal, Beauty Starts From Within and believes that ageing is a beautiful thing.

     Wacoal is not just an ordinary brand because there’s science, art, and passion in every underwear that you see all over the world. Wacoal, a leader in women's underwear, has taken the time and invested the resources to monitor the changes that happen in a woman's body from their late teens to their 60's, covering more than 40,000 women in studies. The result is a principle Spiral Ageing. To know more about this and the highlights of my visit at their 9th stand-alone boutique in Eastwood Mall after the jump.

Wacoal Believes That Beauty Starts From Within
Wacoal's 9th stand-alone boutique is now open at 2nd floor of Eastwood Mall Libis, Quezon City

Kids by Love, Bonito

     This June, Love, Bonito introduces its latest Kids collection that embraces the Summer spirit with fun and ease. Since it's the season of endless possibilities, experience the summer seas and skies with your little ones as they chill, play, and feel free in breathable natural fabrics.

     It’s the season to imagine and turn your dreams into reality. In the spirit of encouraging imagination and freedom in your little ones, Love, Bonito’s new Kids collection introduces fabrics that allow kids to stretch, eat and play for hours. Inspired by the bright hues and beach days, the exclusive in-house print design features pandas and otters indulging in their laze. Check out some of the pieces in the collection after the jump!

Kids by Love, Bonito

Get Extra with Love, Bonito’s #LBDressUpCam

     Love, Bonito wants to see your creative “proof of delivery” photos! Love, Bonito is for the woman you are, and the woman you want to be. Designing for the key moments and milestones of a woman’s life, Love, Bonito’s comprehensive assortment features stylish and comfortable pieces for the modern Asian woman at home, work and play. Love, Bonito is the largest vertically integrated, omni-channel women’s fashion brand in Southeast Asia today. 

     They remain committed to relationship building and nurturance, imbuing soul into innovation with thoughtful design and dedicated community outreach. They currently offer free delivery to the Philippines for orders above US$60. Having that said, it’s time to strike your best poses as Asia’s leading women’s fashion brand rolls out their #LBDressUpCam until May 15. This contest challenges Filipinas to capture the happiness of finally receiving their Love, Bonito pieces and show how a leveled-up “proof of delivery” photoshoot should be done. Strike your best poses until May 15 to win gift cards and face masks!

Get Extra with Love, Bonito’s #LBDressUpCam 

Beside U Bag- The Perfect Companion By Your Side

     This pandemic has changed our lives in many ways. We learned the value of cleanliness because now more than ever, hand washing became a habit. Even if we think our hands are clean, there's an urge to wash it with soap and water right away when it touches any surface. Speaking of adapting to changes, I also change the way how I bring my essentials. My motto now is the lesser, the smarter. The functional, the better. This implies how I carry my essentials most importantly my bag. 

     Since I only go out for errands or when there's an important matter to do, I need a bag that is lightweight, sturdy, easy to clean, and functional. If it's stylish, why not that's already a bonus. Looks like I've hit the jackpot when I saw the perfect errand bag from Beside U Bags Philippines. Know more about the features of their bags, and why I highly recommend this brand below.

Beside U Bag- The Perfect Companion By Your Side
Beside U Bag Gateway in Nutopia Grey. Super love this belt bag!!! I removed my mask and face shield just for photo op and I made sure no one is around. Back to mask and face shield after. 

Nordgreen Native Black Dial Watch

     Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life."- Steve Jobs. In this difficult time, let’s live life to the fullest. Be grateful, choose kindness, forgive, and forget. It’s already a blessing to wake up each morning so don’t complicate things, live a healthy and happy life, as simple as that. Just like this Nordgreen Native Black Dial Watch in Gold, Danish design by Jacob Wagner.⁣

     I love the simple, sophisticated style and subtle detailing of this model. It’s my kind of watch, a classic timepiece that will never go out of style.⁣ That's why when Nordgreen Watches told me that they are going to send a watch for me to check out and review, I immediately said yes though I have doubts on shipment because of the current situation, I was surprised that it was delivered straight to my doorstep. Musing more of my thoughts about Nordgreen Watches and why you should consider this brand in your gift ideas this coming holiday season below.

Nordgreen Native Black Dial Watch 

Feature: I Am Band Bracelet

     Stress, anxiety, confusion, fear, and heartaches best described my mental state when the year 2020 started. From a non-stop trip to the emergency room and a handful of confinements at the hospital last year up to my father’s demise last February, all these negative feelings have piled up from one unfortunate event to another.⁣ My family and my Yoga practice are my sources of strength but there were times that I still feel sad and negative thoughts start to swirl on my mind again. I need to establish the right intentions that can help me stay positive and optimistic in this difficult time.

     Two weeks ago, I received The I Am Band Bracelet- a remedy that works to beat anxiety, hexes, haters and more. My husband and I believe that we are part of the universe and the energies (positive or negative) greatly affect our behavior and way of life. Speaking of energy, we need to block the negative and enhance the positive one by praying and wearing spiritual accessories for protection and guidance. Sharing more of my I Am Band Bracelet experience below.

Feature: I Am Band Bracelet

Finding the Best Dress for a Filipino Summer

     The idea of dressing up for the summer is always exciting. The season calls for experimentation, allowing you to be adventurous with the clothes and accessories you wear, from your choice of scrunchie, all the way down to your flip-flops. In Western countries, dressing up for the summer means doing away with your chunky sweaters and thick leggings and opting for clothing pieces in brighter colors and fun prints. But in tropical countries like the Philippines, wearing summer-appropriate clothing can be tricky as you have to deal with humid weather. While it's always nice to be as stylish as possible, you also don't want to wear layers to avoid getting uncomfortable.

     So what has one got to do to remain breezy and trendy at the same time? Wearing a dress, of course! Dresses have always been known as one-trick wonders that style themselves. And when it comes to picking dresses best suited for the Philippine weather, you may want to consider a couple of factors. The rise in temperature shouldn't be an excuse to lay low on your sartorial standards, but you also don't want to wear a dress that will put a damper on your comfort. Here is a list of things you may want to consider when shopping for summer dresses.

Finding the Best Dress for a Filipino Summer
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4 Types of Footwear That Should Be in Your Closet

     Even if you live on a tight budget, it pays to select wardrobe items that will take you just about anywhere. That’s also true when it comes to selecting footwear. Along with making sure you purchase higher quality footwear like Keen shoes, always have these four types of shoes on hand. Doing so will make it possible to be ready for just about every occasion.

4 Types of Footwear That Should Be in Your Closet
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The Stylista’s Guide to Wearing White Sneakers

     White sneakers should be a staple in every woman’s spring/summer wardrobe. They’re incredibly versatile and give off a fresh bright look that works with tons of different outfits. They also work well in a semi-formal setting and can be a great way to add a touch of fun to any look. However, they’re not always the easiest to style, especially when you’re more used to wearing pumps, boots, or sandals. In this article, we’re going to give you a few tips on how to wear white sneakers the right way. 

The Stylista’s Guide to Wearing White Sneakers
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AVON Fashions Free As A Butterfly Watch

     "Spread your wings and prepare to fly, for you have become a butterfly". Mariah Carey's song "Butterfly" is all about freedom and every woman deserves to live freely yet many face the realities of abuse. AVON is continuing its mission to help end violence against women and girls with its latest addition to the Free as a Butterfly collection, a special butterfly watch.

     I support this advocacy of AVON. Violence against women and children is a big NO. In line with the company for women's #Stand4Her campaign, the watch raises funds to help female victims of abuse. As an advocate for women's freedom to live a safe and healthy life, AVON is taking concrete measures to address the issue of abuse, which continues to hold many women back from achieving their full potential.

AVON Fashions Free As A Butterfly Watch

Philippine Wacoal 30th Anniversary

     Philippine Wacoal is celebrating 30 years here in the country. The premium brand of intimate apparel that has been uplifting women for the past 3 decades will be holding two major events to feature the milestones of the company. If you're a long-time reader of this blog, prolly you've seen our epic Wacoal Passion for Product Tour in Kyoto, Japan last March 2018.

     I've learned a lot about Wacoal during our tour- their history, the mission to make the world beautiful and why everybody loves Wacoal. Philippine Wacoal Corporation president Ann Christine Palisoc said that the brand was driven by a powerful mission: to contribute to the Filipinas by helping them realize and express their desire to be beautiful. I agree that from the products they offer, to the advocacies they promote, the brand guarantees that every single Filipina realizes their beauty and worth. 

Philippine Wacoal 30th Anniversary
L-R: Philippine Wacoal's 30th Anniversary Thanksgiving Dinner host Janeena Chan; Ms. Ann Christine P. Palisoc, President of Philippine Wacoal Corporation; Mr. Hironobu Yasuhara, President of Wacoal Holdings Corporation; and Mr. Hiroki Takemura, Business Development Manager of Philippine Wacoal Corporation shared a celebratory toast to mark this momentous occasion in the brand's history.