Get Dolled Up!

Hey sista girls!

Our girlfriend from Hype Events, Kate Oriño, would like me to share this fabulous, new weekly event with all of you. The event is titled DOLLHOUSE and it happens every Tuesday night at fresh hotspot, The Bureau at A.Venue along Makati Avenue. Read Kate's message attached below for more details:


"The Dollhouse is a meeting-place of all gorgeous women that got it MADE.

The Newest and Trendiest Tuesday night party in the heart of Makati!

Hottest Ladies, Smoothest Gentlemen.

Gates open at 10pm
Free cocktails until 12AM for all the Ladies!
Models bring your set cards for special bar promos.

Strict Style Code in Full Effect!
For gentlemen, no sports attire please.

Hip Hop | Top40 | Sexy R&B | Dancehall
On Rotation by: Shorty & Ron

18+ Drama Free Event
Early Arrival Strongly Suggested!

Hosted by: Ms. Kate Oriño

Snapshots By: ZandroTorres Melissa Concepcion & Yannah Tan

Bottle and Vip reservations contact 0917 411 5232

Powered exclusively by Heavy hitter Hype Manila | Wave 891 | The Bureau | Flipnation.ph | Maverick by Design

NO CURFEW HERE :)"

Guess there isn't much more to be said except for...be a doll, won't cha? Make your way to DOLLHOUSE every Tuesday night and lets toast on free cocktails ladies!

Cheers,
Monique

Fringe Benefits

Okay, so when I used to hear the word "fringe", I used to cringe. Haha. That may be a bit of an overreaction, but seriously, the first thing that would pop into my head was Pocahontas attire complete with matching moccasins (oh wait, she was barefoot. Well, whatever), all made from cowhide or something. So when I heard that the current craze is fringe, I knew I had to do my research to see if any new-age items were worthy or if it was a horrid, risque trend that would be dependent on "I'll-try-anything-to-get-noticed" celebrities to experiment with.

The verdict? Turns out dresses, shoes and bags + fringe are quite darling! Take a look at some styles that caught my attention:

See? A far cry from old Western or Native American gear. I would draw the line, however, at fringe vests. No matter how tiny and creatively done these new ones are, I just wouldn't get into that. As my girlfriend T put it: "I don't know any retard who would off the runway". Fringe will most likely be gone after the fall/winter season in the states (and probably won't be back next year), so it's not really something you want to invest too much in and splatter all over your body. In short, I believe they are perishable goods.

Again, the heels, dresses, and bags are doable. So if anything ladies, I suggest you limit yourselves to the same. I'm not exactly here to dictate and these are merely opinions so feel free to call me out on this. Now, the most important part and what I'm also here for: where can these fringe clothes, shoes and accessories be found? You may make a return visit to http://www.poshandpurple.com and check out the "Shoe Affair" album, of which you can find fringe sandals in grey, purple (seen above) or beige. But if you would prefer to deal with tangible goods, check out Schu (branches can be found at Robinson's Galleria, SM Mall of Asia, Glorietta3, and Shangri-La Plaza) for the shoes and for the bags and dresses (also for those with a bigger budget, I should mention), you can try Aranaz Boutique at Greenbelt5.

There you have it ladies. Something to start you off with the month of October. That being said, if you still can't bring yourself to see anything chic in fringe and are pocahaunted (corny! LOL), then use it as your Halloween costume at the end of the month. Remember, even 40s dresses were done in fringe with tons of hanging pearls and peacock feathered hairbands! Whatever tickles your fancy.

Till next time...keep living your life with divanity.

Tip: If you would like to inquire at any of these boutiques that are located in the malls, do what I do! Ask Mobile Yellow Pages for the store numbers and other contact information. Text luk4_(business name) and send to 2851. This code is applicable to both Smart and Globe subscribers.

END OF THE MONTH TREND ALERT!

Haaaay girls!

Given that we can't really know for sure at the moment what demographic we are reaching out to in this blogspot project (at least not in percentage), I can only assume that most readers are in the 20s and up. Therefore, it is safe to say that most of you have long been done with school (if you're not done with school, feel free to send me a pm or drop a line on the guestbook). However, this new trend alert that I would like to bring to your attention will make you wish that you still had to attend class. Oh wait, shout out to sista girl Mia, whom is lucky enough to have to attend French class! You will looove this! You'll be the belle of the ball.

Take a look at these chic backpacks!



Granted that throughout college I only carried around my handbag and loose papers, the last time I had a backpack was in high school and I believe it was all about Jansports. Yes, they are ever reliable and have lasted all these years (they are tucked away somewhere in storage and can probably survive even the use of my rowdy son), but they were not even half as cute as these. Okay, so now it is time to make justifications for use outside of school. Fellow mommies, can't we use these in place of diaper bags or for those with older kids like my own, who just need extra clothes, towels, and baby powder to be lugged around? And it seems as though the backpacks with the waterproof material were meant to be for mommies, what with the spilled milk and kids that seem to be able to stain everything. To the multi-tasking ladies that are required to run around the metro like nomads, isn't it tiring on the arms carrying your supersized handbags? I mean, don't the leatherettes match working attire? How about the musical ladies? You need to bring around extra clothes for your gig and no time to head home, so aren't the stars and other patterned types hip enough to bring around your crowd?

Now, the most important part - where can these adorable bags be found? The first source is http://www.chic1shoppe.multiply.com/ and another source is this auction site (may the best lady win!) http://listings.auction.ph/Shoes+Bags+Fashion+Accessories/Women/Backpacks/catid-110/

If you are the type to want to see the bags in the flesh as you shop (shopping is our cardio), I do have to give back to the aforementioned Jansport. For a limited time only, Jansport is selling their "music, tats, and flowers" backpack edition that have these really cute hippy-inspired designs. Just visit the branch closest to you.

And there you have it Divanity ladies, this edition of the "end of the month trend alert". Stay tuned for a lot more tips and finds next month. Tata!

Monique

Ladies will dash to wear DASHWEARABLES!

Ladies!

The Divanity team is back to let you in on fierce dresses that can be delivered to you, no matter where in Manila, for FREE. We received this "tip" from Dashwearables shop owner, Lai del Rosario. Read on:

"Hi Divanity,

We are very pleased to announce that the September Collection is now up! In store for you is our Martini Wear --- fabulous dresses for those who love dressing up and going out. Also this month, our web pages will be graced by the faces of three lovely Dashionable ladies (see attached flyer). Check out our Picture Trail for a behind-the-scene peek of our photoshoot with friends and models. Lastly, watch out for the Trendset of the month, The T-Shirt Dress! For a more personal shopping assistance, do not hesitate to buzz us in Yahoo Messenger, username dashwear. All this and more only at Dash Wearables. Shop now!

Always,

Lai

P.S. Update your bookmarks! Dash has moved to its new home at http://dashwearables.com"

You ladies will love the Dashwearables September collection! Think New Yorker chic and that is exactly the type of style that we at Divanity love to adapt. City wear for city girls! Enjoy.

Monique

Ahavia means "helping and healing"

Hello Divanity Darlings!

I have received yet another marvelous tip. This tip is from sista girl Caryl Benavides, owner of Ahavia Spa Lounge. Not only is this place beautiful, but the themes and packages on the menu are so diverse too. For example, there are the "dessert essences & organic body spa" treatments which allow you to be scrubbed in strawberry or polished in chocolate and with respect to the packages, where else can you avail of a "family getaway package", a "mother's indulgence", or "the ultimate couples therapy"?

Take a look at the place and you will definitely "ooh" and "ahh":
Per Caryl's tip, there is an ongoing "forever promo" which is an hour-long massage for just Php199.00 or the signature massage, which is P599 for 2 hours (that's right, TWO hours!). Also, if you aren't a fan of those woodsy noises that most spas play during treatments, Caryl shares that their express area has a wide flat screen TV where you can watch DVDs while having your services done. Girly flicks anyone? Very, verrrry nice. How's that for "helping and healing"?




Make your way down to this gorgeous space ladies and do return here bearing feedback.

Monique

Ahavia Spa Lounge is located at 173 Wilson St. corner Barcelona St. San Juan. For more information, you can contact +632-744-0343 or Caryl at +63917-539-6064. The Divanity team also has hold of the menu, which can be sent by request via email.