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		<title>Havaianas Bags: The New Fashion Must-Havs</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Copyright &#169; 2009 AJ of Baklaako.com. Visit the original article at http://mygandaako.com/?p=326.Gone are the days when you only mean the rubber flip-flops whenever you say “Havs” because Havaianas has just unveiled their newest line: bags!&#160; Genetics has gone beyond science and has found its way into fashion. Havaianas, the world’s best rubber flip-flops, now shares [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Copyright &copy; 2009 <a href="http://mygandaako.com">AJ of Baklaako.com</a>. Visit the original article at <a href="http://mygandaako.com/?p=326">http://mygandaako.com/?p=326</a>.<br /><p>Gone are the days when you only mean the rubber flip-flops whenever you say “Havs” because Havaianas has just unveiled their newest line: bags!&#160; 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.</p>
<p align="center"><a title="Mega Estampa_Amarela.jpg by AJ Matela, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ajkenji/4104523223/"><img alt="Mega Estampa_Amarela.jpg" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2672/4104523223_46dddc2fd2.jpg" width="500" height="332" /></a> </p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>I got the chance to see these bags on the racks and on the ramp at the recently-concluded </p>
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<p>Havaianas Newest Fashion Must-Havs Launch.&#160; My favorites were the following (all ramp photos by <a href="http://fritzified.com" target="_blank">Fritz Tentativa</a>).</p>
<p align="center"><a title="4097898549_aca1e26a56_o.jpg by AJ Matela, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ajkenji/4104451043/"><img alt="4097898549_aca1e26a56_o.jpg" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2803/4104451043_c7ee31c591.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a> <a title="4098654326_879672d08e.jpg by AJ Matela, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ajkenji/4105218090/"><img alt="4098654326_879672d08e.jpg" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2669/4105218090_8a4961f4b7.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a> </p>
<p align="center">I love (like I have a huge crush on) this model. Both the bag and the person. He&#8217;s so cute! </p>
<p align="center"><a title="4098655192_dbd15652db_o.jpg by AJ Matela, on Flickr" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ajkenji/4105219094/"><img alt="4098655192_dbd15652db_o.jpg" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2655/4105219094_3fbc1eff8d.jpg" width="375" height="500" /></a> </p>
<p>And here are the rest of the latest fashion must-havs:</p>
<p><b>Havaianas Mega</b></p>
<p><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px" align="right" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2519/4104537915_2ed24a1509_m.jpg" />Similar to flip-flops, an understated handbag such as the Havaianas Mega can be the most versatile item in&#160; 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.</p>
<p><b>Havaianas Mega Printed</b></p>
<p><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px" align="left" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2747/4104546975_9389d21d40_m.jpg" />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.</p>
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<p><b><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px" align="right" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2702/4105335778_fd70d60908_m.jpg" width="173" height="160" />Havaianas Sack</b></p>
<p>Nothing beats the functionality of a durable carry-all, and Havaianas takes it a step further with the&#160; 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 &#8211; 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.</p>
<p><b><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px" align="left" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2504/4104498979_9742c5fb27_m.jpg" /> Havaianas Side</b></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p><b><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px" align="right" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2743/4104579797_1e962656b8_m.jpg" /> Havaianas Tote</b></p>
<p>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<b> </b>available in Light Blue, Pink, and Yellow &#8211; 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.</p>
<p><b><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px" align="left" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2643/4105255138_4ea5c4a8a5_m.jpg" /> Havaianas Zip</b></p>
<p>The brand’s originality and innovative spirit shines through with the <b>i</b>ntroduction 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 &#8211; the Havaianas Zip is perfect for diverse girls and guys who are willing to break out of the traditional bag mold. </p>
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<p><i>Carry the Havaianas Lifestyle at </i><u><a href="http://www.havaianasphilippines.com/musthavs"><i>www.havaianasphilippines.com/musthavs</i></a></u><i>.</i></p>
<p><i>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.</i></p>

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		<title>CONTEST: “Thank You!” – Now Let’s Spread the Sweetness</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 23:13:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Copyright &#169; 2009 AJ of Baklaako.com. Visit the original article at http://mygandaako.com/?p=324.It was my birthday yesterday, September 10th, and boy was it amazing.&#160; I was so overwhelmed with the outpouring of greetings and well-wishes for me yesterday that even if my fingers already ached so badly, I still had to send sms and Facebook and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Copyright &copy; 2009 <a href="http://mygandaako.com">AJ of Baklaako.com</a>. Visit the original article at <a href="http://mygandaako.com/?p=324">http://mygandaako.com/?p=324</a>.<br /><p>It was my birthday yesterday, September 10th, and boy was it amazing.&#160; I was so overwhelmed with the outpouring of greetings and well-wishes for me yesterday that even if my fingers already ached so badly, I still had to send sms and Facebook and Twitter and Plurk and IM responses to say, “Thank You” to everyone who greeted me. </p>
<p>I have lots of things to be thankful for, just like this country and our people. After weathering a lot of problems, this country has much to thank for. Despite all the crises and issues the nation has faced, the Filipino has risen above it all – revealing an indomitable spirit fueled by a cheerful, optimistic nature that is truly praiseworthy. And a popular international Swiss chocolate brand believes that this inherently <i>Pinoy </i>character is an amazing reason to celebrate.</p>
<p>In the previous <i>National Thank You Day</i> spearheaded by Toblerone, Filipinos proved to the world that the country is united in gratefulness – debunking the Reader’s Digest survey which claimed that the Philippines is one of the least courteous nations in the world. It proved that there is an abundance in the spirit of thankfulness in this country. And Toblerone wants this spirit of thankfulness to extend further to the whole country – with different cities joining in to show support for this noble cause.</p>
<p>This year, Toblerone launches the <strong>SPREAD THE SWEETNESS OF GRATITUDE PHOTO COMPETITION</strong>. </p>
<p>Here are the mechanics:</p>
<p><b>DURATION:</b> SEPTEMBER 7, 2009 – OCTOBER 16, 2009, 5:00 PM</p>
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<p><b>Entry Requirements – All entries must meet the following guidelines:</b></p>
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<li>The entry must be the entrant&#8217;s original work.</li>
<li>One or more people of any age may be featured in the photo, however, entrant must have the permission to use the visuals of everyone featured in the photo in any and all media without compensation. If any person featured in the photo is a minor, then the consent must be obtained from the minor&#8217;s parent or guardian.</li>
<li>It is the responsibility of the entrant to secure permission for the use of any licensed item used in the production of the entry.</li>
<li>Entrant must submit all required releases as requested by Kraft Foods (Philippines), Inc. (“Sponsor”), including a waiver from all persons appearing in the photo.</li>
<li>Limit of one entry per person. Incomplete, illegible, or corrupted entries will be disqualified. The Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, damaged, incomplete or misdirected entries. All entries become the property of the Sponsor and none will be returned.</li>
<li>By submitting an entry, the entrant agrees to have his/her entry posted on <a href="http://www.thankyoudayphilippines.com">www.thankyoudayphilippines.com</a> and used for advertising purposes (TV, print, out-of-home, radio, PR, etc.)</li>
<li><b>Content:</b> Each entry must be suitable for display and publication, in all forms of media, including but not limited to the Internet, the World Wide Web, print, radio, and network, cable or satellite television broadcast. Entries must be dignified, modest, and in good taste.&#160; The entries must not be obscene or indecent, and must not contain among others: pornography or profanity; offensive or defamatory statements including but not limited to words or symbols that might be considered offensive to individuals of any race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or socioeconomic group; threats to any person, place, business, or group.&#160; The entries must not also invade the privacy or other rights of any person, firm or entity, including, without limitation, any third party trademarks or copyrights, nor portray Sponsor or Sponsor&#8217;s brands or products in any way that might tend to subject any of them to public contempt, scandal, disrepute or ridicule. Sponsor reserves the right to determine the suitability of the entries at its discretion, and to disqualify any entries it determines to be inappropriate for any reasons.</li>
<li>The Sponsor reserves the right to remove or not show any photo that doesn’t comply with the entry requirements. The Sponsor owns the rights to any photo submitted through the website and has the authority to use the material in any format during and after the contest period.</li>
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<p> <b>SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES:</b>
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<li>Participants must post their entries in their own website (blog, Multiply, Friendster, Facebook, etc.) and link these photo entries to the gallery found in <a href="http://www.thankyoudayphilippines.com">www.thankyoudayphilippines.com</a><u></u>.</li>
<li>The link should also be sent to the me, AJ, as a comment on this blog entry.</li>
<li>I will shortlist 5 entries as my finalists.</li>
<li>All entries will be available for viewing at <a href="http://www.thankyoudayphilippines.com"><u>www.thankyoudayphilippines.com</u></a></li>
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<p><b>GENERAL RULES:</b></p>
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<li>The Spread the Sweetness of Gratitude Photo Competition is open to all Filipinos of legal age.</li>
<li>By participating in this promo, entrants agree to abide by and be bound by these Official Terms of Participation and the decisions of the Judges.</li>
<li>Potential winners will be notified by telephone, e-mail and/or registered mail. The winners (or their guardian, as applicable) must sign the required acknowledgement and quit claim documents before receipt of their prizes; otherwise, the prizes will be forfeited.</li>
<li>Announcement of the winners will be on October 20, 2009 via an event, the National Thank You Day Awards. The winners will also be announced through blog postings and/or website announcements.</li>
<li>Winners may claim their prizes during the event on October 20, 2009.</li>
<li>The winners must provide at least two of the following valid IDs: Passport, SSS, GSIS, or driver’s license for identification and verification purposes together with the registered mail notifying them of the win.</li>
<li>If any prize/prize notification is returned as undeliverable, or if any prize is not claimed within sixty (60) days from notification or in the event of non-compliance with any other requirements, the prize will be forfeited in its entirety and awarded to another person.</li>
<li>No substitution or transfer of prize shall be permitted except at the option of the Sponsor.&#160; The Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize for equal value in place of advertised prizes that are unavailable.</li>
<li>Acceptance of a prize constitutes permission to use the winner’s name and/or likeness for advertising purposes without further notice or compensation, unless prohibited by law.</li>
<li>In the event of a dispute as to the identity of an online entrant, entries will be deemed made by the name appearing on the entry.</li>
<li>In no event shall the Sponsor, its affiliates or subsidiaries be liable to the participants for any monetary amount greater than the value of the prizes due to the prize winner under the rules and regulations of this promotion.</li>
<li>The Sponsor, its affiliates and subsidiaries shall not be liable to the participants in contract, tort or negligence or otherwise for any loss, damage, costs or expense of any nature whatsoever incurred or suffered by the participant and which is of indirect or inconsequential nature, including without limitation any economic loss or other loss.</li>
<li>All employees of Kraft Foods (Philippines), Inc., its affiliates, subsidiaries, distributors, alliance partners, advertising, promotions and third party agencies, and their relatives up to the second degree of consanguinity and affinity are disqualified from joining the promotion.</li>
<li>The Sponsor is not responsible for technical, hardware or software malfunctions, lost or unavailable network connections, undeliverable email, or failed, incorrect, inaccurate, incomplete, garbled or delayed electronic communications, telephone, telephone line or other telephone related problems or errors, whether caused by the sender or by any of the equipment or programming associated with or utilized in this Contest, or by any human error which may occur in the processing of the entries in this Contest. If, in the Judges&#8217; opinion, there is any suspected or actual evidence of tampering with any portion of the Contest, or if technical difficulties compromise the integrity of the Contest, the Judges reserve the right to terminate the Contest and determine a winner using all eligible entries received as of the date of termination or to modify the Contest in a manner deemed appropriate by the Judges.</li>
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<p><b>WINNER SELECTION:</b> Winners will be determined by a panel composed of employees of the Sponsor and its PR agency, GeiserMaclang Marketing Communications, Inc.</p>
<p><b>PRIZE: </b>Top 3 winners among all shortlisted entries will receive a Toblerone gift pack.</p>
<p><i>Join Toblerone as they celebrate the National Thank You Day Awards on October 20, 2009 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall and see the unveiling of one notable Filipino personality from whom a grateful nation will choose to say a resounding ‘thank you’ to. For more information, visit </i><a href="http://www.thankyoudayphilippines.com"><i><u>www.thankyoudayphilippines.com</u></i></a><i>.</i></p>

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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2009 22:03:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Copyright &#169; 2009 AJ of Baklaako.com. Visit the original article at http://mygandaako.com/?p=315.The Biggest Loser Asia is coming to Asia for the first time!&#160; The Biggest Loser is a show that has helped change the lives of people around the world for the better. Fitness First clubs around Asia will be exclusive venues for the live [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Copyright &copy; 2009 <a href="http://mygandaako.com">AJ of Baklaako.com</a>. Visit the original article at <a href="http://mygandaako.com/?p=315">http://mygandaako.com/?p=315</a>.<br /><p>The Biggest Loser Asia is coming to Asia for the first time!&nbsp; The Biggest Loser is a show that has helped change the lives of people around the world for the better. Fitness First clubs around Asia will be exclusive venues for the live screen test auditions for participants who want to be part of the show. In the Philippines , LIVE screen test auditions will be held exclusively at Fitness First at SM Megamall on the 15th of August 2009 (Saturday) from 10am-4pm.
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<p>&nbsp;<br />Since its debut in 2004 in the US by NBC reality television, the Biggest Loser has become a worldwide hit viewed by millions, airing in over 90 countries and produced in 25 countries. This is the first reality show where obese contestants are challenged and encouraged under guided expert supervision to undergo strenuous physical and mental training in order to shed kilos. The one who loses the most weight not only wins a grand cash prize of USD 100, 000 but also gains a healthier and better quality life!<br />&nbsp;<br />Biggest Loser Asia will help change the lives of obese<b> Filipinos</b> who want to take up the challenge of shedding bad lifestyle habits and embracing healthier ones. The Biggest Loser Asia does not only look into the physical challenges of the contestants’ personal journeys but also their emotional and psychological trials and tribulations as they lose the kilos, inspiring and empowering others to do the same.
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<p>From June 22, to August 31, 2009, hopefuls can apply online at www.biggestloserasia.com and/or turn up at the LIVE auditions and on screen test events at the four selected countries in Asia which are the Philippines , Singapore , Malaysia and Indonesia .<br />&nbsp;<br />LIVE auditions and screen tests in the Philippines will be held from 10:00am – 4:00pm at Fitness First at SM Megamall, Philippines on the 15th of August.<br />&nbsp;<br />Watch The Biggest Loser US version season 6 now on the Hallmark Channel, every Tuesday at 9pm (SIN, MAL, PH, HK), 8pm (TH, WIB).<br />&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;<br /><i>Fitness First is the number one global fitness company and the world’s largest fitness operator. For inquiries, please call 848-0000 or visit www.fitnessfirst.com.ph.</i><br /><small></small><small><br />Technorati Tags: <a class="performancingtags" href="http://technorati.com/tag/biggest%20loser%20asia" rel="tag">biggest loser asia</a>, <a class="performancingtags" href="http://technorati.com/tag/biggest%20loser" rel="tag">biggest loser</a>, <a class="performancingtags" href="http://technorati.com/tag/fitness%20first" rel="tag">fitness first</a>, <a class="performancingtags" href="http://technorati.com/tag/biggest%20loser%20auditions.%20biggest%20loser%20auditions%20philippines" rel="tag">biggest loser auditions. biggest loser auditions philippines</a></small></p>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2009 06:29:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Copyright &#169; 2009 AJ of Baklaako.com. Visit the original article at http://mygandaako.com/?p=312.The August/September 2009 Issue of Garage Magazine, The Modern Guy’s Guide to Style, should be out in stands and bookstores nationwide by now.&#160; This is their anniversary issue, and what better way to celebrate their first anniversary than putting Papa Piolo Pascual on the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Copyright &copy; 2009 <a href="http://mygandaako.com">AJ of Baklaako.com</a>. Visit the original article at <a href="http://mygandaako.com/?p=312">http://mygandaako.com/?p=312</a>.<br /><p>The August/September 2009 Issue of <a href="http://mygandaako.com/?s=garage" target="_blank">Garage Magazine</a>, The Modern Guy’s Guide to Style, should be out in stands and bookstores nationwide by now.&#160; This is their anniversary issue, and what better way to celebrate their first anniversary than putting Papa Piolo Pascual on the cover!</p>
<p>&#160;</p>
<p><a href="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/GarageMagazineAugustSeptember2009.jpg"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px" title="Garage Magazine August September 2009" border="0" alt="Garage Magazine August September 2009" src="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/GarageMagazineAugustSeptember2009_thumb.jpg" width="431" height="741" /></a> </p>
<p>From <a href="http://garagethemag.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Garage Magazine (Philippines) website</a>:</p>
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<blockquote><p>This August 2009 marks Garage Magazine’s first year anniversary. And we’re celebrating it with none other than Piolo Pascual! For this special issue, we’ve pumped up the fashion and added more pages to highlight a year of Garage. Picked off the international scenes, Garage profiles the top collections from the all/Winter 2009 shows in Paris and Milan. Also, the multi-awarded Piolo Pascual leads our first ever most stylish list called Street Dapper Kings. To find out who else made it on the list and the many special features in the latest issue, better grab a copy of Garage this August! Enjoy!</p>
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<p>This issue features:</p>
<ol>
<li>224 Pages of Sleek Fashion (Glam Rock, Sharp SUits, Trendy Degrade, Organic Passion, French Cool)</li>
<li>100+ Runway Hits from Milan and Paris</li>
<li>Street Dapper Kings 2009: The Most Stylish Guys List</li>
<li>Best Fighting Machines: MMA URCC, UFC</li>
<li>Mercedes Cabral, Bear Grylls, Regine Angeles</li>
<li>Celebrating a Year of Success with Piolo Pascual!</li>
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<p>So what are you waiting for? Go grab your copies now!&#160; As for me, I’m off to Cash &amp; Carry Mall to buy mine.</p>

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		<description><![CDATA[Copyright &#169; 2009 AJ of Baklaako.com. Visit the original article at http://mygandaako.com/?p=307.Urban Time, distributors of Lulu Castagnette, Cherie Paris and MC Marie Claire watches has shared discount vouchers for you, loyal readers of MyGandaAko!

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Copyright &copy; 2009 <a href="http://mygandaako.com">AJ of Baklaako.com</a>. Visit the original article at <a href="http://mygandaako.com/?p=307">http://mygandaako.com/?p=307</a>.<br /><p>Urban Time, distributors of Lulu Castagnette, Cherie Paris and MC Marie Claire watches has shared discount vouchers for you, loyal readers of MyGandaAko!</p>
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<p>Just present this coupon (above) at the Urban Store at the 3<sup>rd</sup> floor of SM Annex to avail of this special treat. These vouchers are available until August 31, 2009 and are applicable to all the watches available at Urban Time.</p>
<p>To view the catalogue, visit the <a href="http://www.urbantimeicon.com/catalogue.html">Urban Time Icon website</a>.</p>

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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2009 21:54:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Copyright &#169; 2009 AJ of Baklaako.com. Visit the original article at http://mygandaako.com/?p=304.Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.&#160; In olden times, only the rich were beautiful – at least that’s how they wanted things to be.&#160; Nowadays, anyone can be beautiful! Even if you’re not physically beautiful by the superficial standards set by men [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Copyright &copy; 2009 <a href="http://mygandaako.com">AJ of Baklaako.com</a>. Visit the original article at <a href="http://mygandaako.com/?p=304">http://mygandaako.com/?p=304</a>.<br /><p>Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.&#160; In olden times, only the rich were beautiful – at least that’s how they wanted things to be.&#160; Nowadays, anyone can be beautiful! Even if you’re not physically beautiful by the superficial standards set by men and the media, you can still do something to make yourself as fabulous as you can be! <a href="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/weblogo.jpg"><img style="border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; margin-left: 0px; border-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-right: 0px" title="web logo" border="0" alt="web logo" align="right" src="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/weblogo_thumb.jpg" width="244" height="57" /></a> </p>
<p>Thanks to HBC; one the country’s most innovative retailers of health, beauty, personal and home care products and services; wherever you may be and whoever you are, you can be beautiful!</p>
<p>HBC also now brings you Gandang Exclusibo sa Barangay! This Luzon-wide barangay beauty invasion promises to make beauty easily accessible to everyone – whoever they are and wherever they may be!&#160; The Gandang Exclusibo sa Barangay tour showcases the HBC Tatak Exclusibo and Beauty Exclusives products and brands.&#160; They also have the free services that go with just a minimum purchase: facials, diamond peel, hair coloring, and even a make over!&#160; You don’t get these kinds of services elsewhere! </p>
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<p>I’ve been to one of the Gandang Exclusibo sa Barangay tours and boy was I amazed!&#160; Apart from celebrity endorser Anne Curtis, the whole basketball court (yes, they managed to transform the barangay court into a BEAUTY COURT!) was filled with people excited to experience a one of a kind treatment only HBC can procide.&#160; It seemed as if a whole branch of HBC was transplanted into the court.&#160; There were stalls of products, booths for hair coloring, foot spa and diamond peel, and FREE Skin and Dental consultation booths to boot!</p>
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<p> This barangay beauty invasion is anchored on HBC’s Exclusive Brands (Personal care products you can only find at HBC), Exclusive Customer Service (friendly staff to assist you with more than just a smile), Exclusive Value (the best value for your money), Exclusive Services (free facials, diamond peel, hair coloring and make overs), and Exclusive Promos (discounts and freebies you can enjoy all-year round!).</p>
<p>This campaign is HBC’s reminder to every Filipino that anyone and everyone has the right to be beautiful! </p>
<p>&#160;</p>
<p><em>HBC is the country’s leading innovative world-class retailer of health, beauty, personal and home care products and services with the best value.&#160; HBC has 200 branches nationwide.&#160; (They also have international branches: in California (Carson, Cerritos, Eagle Rock, Los Angeles, North Hills, Panorama, West Covina, Chula Vista, Mira Mesa, National City, Sacramento, San Jose, Union, Vallejo; in Las Vegas and other countries too.) <a href="http://www.hbc.com.ph/default.aspx" target="_blank">For more details visit the HBC website</a>. For customer service in the Philippines, call +63 984-5555 loc</em></p>
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<p><a href="http://rwmanila.com" target="_blank">Resorts World at Manila</a>, a flagship integrated entertainment project of Travellers International Hotel Group, Inc., is a joint venture between two of the region’s most dynamic companies, Philippine conglomerate Alliance Global Group, Inc. (AGI) and Star Cruises Ltd.. The complex will be the first of its kind in the Philippines and will include the country’s largest <a href="http://www.bahis-casino-poker.com">casino</a>, an iconic mall and three hotels: a 342-room Marriott Hotel; Maxims Hotel, the country’s first  all-suites hotel with 172 rooms; and another hotel to be announced.</p>
<p>Here, you can PLAY however you want to play:</p>
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<li><strong>Play the Shopaholic</strong> &#8211; experience retail therapy at its finest in a sprawling shopping acropolis with 4 fabulous floors dedicated to a wide variety of the biggest names in fashion &amp; chic luxury.</li>
<li><strong>Play the Gourmet</strong> &#8211; taste the best of the world &#8211; from the colorful flavors of a continental buffet, the exotic cuisine of China, the epicurean delights of Korea &amp; Japan, and the hearty delicacies of the West.</li>
<li><strong>Play the World Traveller</strong> &#8211; Indulge in the splendid comforts of the vast 5-star Marriott Hotel or relax in the palatial pleasures of Maxims Hotel, the 1st luxury suites in the Philippines.</li>
<li><strong>Play the Art Lover</strong> &#8211; discover the heights of cultural &amp; artistic expression in a colossal 1,300-seat multi-purpose theater showcasing the finest from ballet, opera, musicals, circus &amp; concerts.</li>
<li><strong>Play the High Roller</strong> &#8211; find your luck in the frenzy &amp; excitement inside the most modern and luxurious gaming establishment in the Philippines with more than 1,000 slot machines &amp; 300 gaming tables.
<div>(<a href="http://rochellesychua.blogspot.com/2009/07/casino-royale-bloggers-event-at-resorts.html" target="_blank"><em>via Hearty’s Haven</em></a>)</div>
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<p>The centerpiece of the development will be the casino. At 30,000 square meters, it is the largest in the Philippines and also the first ever to be licensed out by the Philippine Gaming and Amusement Corporation (PAGCOR) to a private entity. The casino will have more than 1,000 slot machines and more than 300 tables. It will include public and VIP gaming areas, junket rooms, a host of restaurants and bars, a business center, a spa and villas. The casino is one of the elements of the resort that will bring additional traffic to the mall, an ambitious development with four floors boasting a distinct tenant mix.</p>
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<p>The mall includes four high-end cinemas with a total of 1,200 seats and a multipurpose 1,030-seat performing arts theater. The ground floor of the development will be devoted to some 22 world-renowned brands ranging from haute couture and fashion accessories to jewelry and watches. The second floor will offer an extensive range of local and international dining options encircling an air-conditioned indoor piazza with a glass skyline.</p>
<p>The third floor will host specialty boutiques. Serving as the lobby of the performing arts theater, it will also connect to the private, highroller section of the casino. The fourth floor, meanwhile, will be focused on<br />
entertainment for the young with its cinemas, amusement facilities and cafés.</p>
<p>The hotels complete the picture. The Marriott Hotel will be the first Marriott development in Metro Manila, while the Php3.8 billion ($80.7 million) Maxims Hotel, the first luxury casino hotel in the Philippines, will be built on a one-hectare lot next to a lagoon.</p>
<blockquote><p><a href="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/maxims_logo.gif"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; margin: 0px 5px 5px 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px" title="maxims_logo" src="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/maxims_logo_thumb.gif" border="0" alt="maxims_logo" width="116" height="133" align="left" /></a></p>
<p>A luxury lodging brand of the Genting Group, <strong><a href="http://rwmanila.com/maxims.html" target="_blank">Maxims Hotel</a></strong> is the first Deluxe Casino Hotel in the country. <strong>Maxims</strong> has a total of 172 all-suite rooms, each assigned with personal butler services and furnished with state-of-the-art facilities. There are three <strong>Royal Villas</strong> each spanning 535-548 square meters in area, each with their own individual pool, patio, garden, massage room, kitchen and dining room.</p>
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<p>The <strong>Presidential Suite</strong> (652 square meters in area) features top-of-the-line facilities and amenities, with 2 spacious bedrooms, individual bathrooms, master bathroom with Jacuzzi, massage room, audio-visual room, living area, kitchen/bar, dining room, and a private swimming pool with 2 pavilions and garden. A wide variety of the finest dining facilities support an evening of true pleasure at Maxims and Resorts World.</p>
<p><a href="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/logomarriot.png"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: 0px" title="logo-marriot" src="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/logomarriot_thumb.png" border="0" alt="logo-marriot" width="147" height="67" align="left" /></a> The <strong><a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-rooms/mnlap-manila-marriott-hotel/" target="_blank">Manila Marriott</a></strong>, opening in August, 2009, promises to be an exciting new addition to the hotel scene in Manila. It is the first new 5-star international standard hotel to open within the past five years and what better way to arrive than with Resorts World? Marriott International is delighted to have its main brand &#8211; Marriott &#8211; prominently featured in Manila and with Resorts World, a 24/7 entertainment playground.</p>
<p><a href="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/mc_guestrooms_left.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" title="mc_guestrooms_left" src="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/mc_guestrooms_left_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="mc_guestrooms_left" width="244" height="108" /></a></p>
<p>The hotel has 342 rooms and 3 dining outlets in the Cru Steakhouse, Velocity Entertainment Bar and the Marriott Cafe, all of which promise to set new benchmarks in Manila. It also has multiple meeting rooms, a superb ballroom, Spa and other 5-star amenities.  <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mnlap-manila-marriott-hotel/">Click here to view more details</a></p></blockquote>
<p>In combination, the development will make for a Las Vegas-style, family-oriented complex, anchored by a casino and hosting a complete retail mix. There is something for all members<br />
of the family to enjoy, which in turn improves the revenue potential of the development.</p>
<p><a href="http://rwmanila.com" target="_blank">Resorts World at Manila</a> will bring a new kind of development to the Philippines and will spearhead the country’s advancement in leisure, tourism, gaming and entertainment.</p>
<p>Also, watch out for their soft opening on August 2009! (<a href="http://www.rwmanila.com/registration/UpdateProfile.aspx" target="_blank">Sign up to become a member of Resorts World Manila</a> before July 31, and get the chance to get invited to their soft opening.</p>
<p>Resorts World Manila<br />
Travellers International Hotel Group, Inc.<br />
Star Cruises Centre<br />
100 Andrews Avenue<br />
New Port, Cybertourism Zone<br />
1309 Pasay City</p>
<p>Website:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mnlap-manila-marriott-hotel/"> </a></p>

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		<title>Ray-Ban Summer 2009 Collection</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Copyright &#169; 2009 AJ of Baklaako.com. Visit the original article at http://mygandaako.com/?p=282.Summer may be over in the Philippines but in other parts of the world, summer has just begun. And what one thing do many people wear during this season (in the Philippines, even if it&#8217;s not summer, I still love wearing them)? SHADES!
Ray-ban, one [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Copyright &copy; 2009 <a href="http://mygandaako.com">AJ of Baklaako.com</a>. Visit the original article at <a href="http://mygandaako.com/?p=282">http://mygandaako.com/?p=282</a>.<br /><p>Summer may be over in the Philippines but in other parts of the world, summer has just begun. And what one thing do many people wear during this season (in the Philippines, even if it&#8217;s not summer, I still love wearing them)? SHADES!</p>
<p><a href="http://ray-ban.com/" target="_blank">Ray-ban</a>, one of the world&#8217;s more famous brands has released their new collection of shades for Summer 2009! What I love about the new collection is how they revisited their classic looks and revamped them for the summer time.  The Wayfarer, Clubmaster,  Outdoorman, Aviator,  and Jackie Ohh have been updated to go in tune with the current trends.</p>
<p>Ray-ban Summer Collection 2009<br />
<img style="max-width: 800px;" src="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/ray-ban-2009-summer-eyewear-1.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="310" /></p>
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(I wonder when they will be available here in the Philippines. I doubt I&#8217;d be able to afford them though.)</p>
<p>Source: <a href="http://hypebeast.com/2009/07/ray-ban-2009-summer-collection/" target="_blank">HypeBeast</a></p>

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		<title>True Colors Friday with DJ Diaz.</title>
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This event caters mostly to the gay crowd.&#160; For those who were addicted to Club Government and are now experiencing withdrawal symptoms &#8211; i.e. going to the now-closed bar and the areas around it &#8211; this is a welcome satiation!&#160;&#160; 
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<p>This event caters mostly to the gay crowd.&nbsp; For those who were addicted to Club Government and are now experiencing withdrawal symptoms &#8211; i.e. going to the now-closed bar and the areas around it &#8211; this is a welcome satiation!&nbsp;&nbsp; </p>
<p>True Colors Friday gives the gay crowd a venue to relive and continue the parties at the now-defunct Club Government.&nbsp; The party is at &#8220;ThreeSixty: Eat. Drink. Lounge. Party.&#8221; which is located at the 2nd floor of A. Venue (right in front of the old Club Government) along Makati Ave. </p>
<p>Party is on Fridays and starts at 10:30 PM. Open bar upon P500 worth of cocktails/beer purchases.</p>
<p>This Friday, the DJ will be DJ Diaz!</p>

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		<description><![CDATA[Copyright &#169; 2009 AJ of Baklaako.com. Visit the original article at http://mygandaako.com/?p=274.&#34;MANILA,&#34; directed by prize-winning directors Adolfo Alix Jr. and Raya Martin, will open the  2009 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival and Competition on July 17, 7:30 p.m. at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (Main Theater).     [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Copyright &copy; 2009 <a href="http://mygandaako.com">AJ of Baklaako.com</a>. Visit the original article at <a href="http://mygandaako.com/?p=274">http://mygandaako.com/?p=274</a>.<br /><p>&quot;MANILA,&quot; directed by prize-winning directors Adolfo Alix Jr. and Raya Martin, will open the <a href="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/manila.jpg"><img style="border-right-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: 0px" title="manila" border="0" alt="manila" align="right" src="http://mygandaako.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/manila_thumb.jpg" width="200" height="395" /></a> 2009 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival and Competition on July 17, 7:30 p.m. at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (Main Theater).     <br />This will be the film’s Philippine premiere after its successful screenings in the 62nd Festival de Cannes and the 31st Moscow International Film Festival. </p>
<p>Actor Piolo Pascual co-produced and stars in this film that pays tribute to great Filipino directors Lino Brocka and Ishmael Bernal.</p>
<p>Manila boasts of a powerful cast—a mix of some of the country’s best actors including Rosanna Roces, Jay Manalo, Alessandra de Rossi, Baron Geisler, Iza Calzado, Angelica Panganiban, Jiro Manio, William Martinez, Anita Linda, Marissa Delgado, Menggie Cobarrubias, John Lapus, Katherine Luna, Aleck Bovick and Jon Avila. The film’ screenplay was written by Ramon Sarmiento and Alix, who opened last year’s Cinemalaya with Adela. Alix’s first film, Donsol, and Kadin were both past Cinemalaya finalists. Raya Martin, whose other film Independencia was also screened in this year’s Cannes Film festival, is also honored as one of the 13 Artists of the CCP.</p>
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<blockquote><p>View the trailer below:</p>
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<p>More film details:</p>
<p>OPENS JULY 22 IN SELECTED THEATERS:    <br />SM North Edsa, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SM Manila, SM Fairview, Robinsons Ermita, Robinsons Galleria, Gateway, Trinoma, Glorietta 4, Sta. Lucia, SM Davao, SM Cebu, SM Pampanga, SM Taytay     </p>
<p>Released by Star Cinema    </p>
<p><strong>Official Selection, Festival de Cannes 2009; Official Selection, Moscow International Film Festival 2009; Opening Film, Cinemalaya V </strong>    </p>
<p>Directed by Adolfo Alix, Jr. and Raya Martin Synopsis: Piolo Pascual portrays two characters in a split day/night story that exposes the seedy underbelly of the city as he grapples with the darkness around him. </p>
<p>A MJM Production and Bicycle Pictures production Written by Ramon Sarmiento and Adolfo Alix, Jr.     <br />Executive Producers: Piolo Jose Pascual and Edgar Mangahas     <br />Producer: Arleen Cuevas&#160; </p>
<p>Associate Line Producer: Maxie Evangelista III </p>
<p>Director of Photography: Albert Banzon </p>
<p>Production Designer: Digo Ricio    <br />Editors: Jay Halili and Aleks Castaneda     <br />Music: Radioactive Sago Project     <br />Sound Design: Ditoy Aguila </p>
<p>Cast: Piolo Pascual, Rosanna Roces, Jay Manalo, Alessandra de Rossi, Baron Geisler, Iza Calzado, Angelica Panganiban, Jiro Manio, William Martinez, Anita Linda, Marissa Delgado, Menggie Cobarrubias, John Lapus, Katherine Luna, Aleck Bovick, Jon Avila</p>

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