MasterCard launches financial management website

MasterCard recently launched Priceless Pointers, a personal finance management website to help Filipino consumers keep their financial life pointed towards the right direction. Located at www.mastercard.com/sea/pointers, the website offers a suite of tools to help consumers save well and spend wisely. Priceless Pointers has resources, tips and links containing helpful hints and informative videos on how to manage debt, plan your retirement or save effectively. Open to everyone, whether you are a MasterCard cardholder or not, you can enjoy an interactive experience using any of the website’s eight insightful sections, which include: Video Pointers, Purchase Power, Payoff Accelerator, Savings Target, Retirement Calculator, Credit FAQ, Debt FAQ and Financial Glossary. Through Priceless Pointers, MasterCard strongly underscores its effort to promote financial literacy. In photo during the successful launch are (from left) Judith Marie Dayrit, MasterCard VP for marketing and member relations; Kara-Mae Lim, MasterCard AVP, South East Asia and Poch Villa-Real, MasterCard country manager.

Nokia and Microsoft develop best mobile business solutions

Nokia, the world’s no. 1 mobile phone manufacturer, has formed an alliance with Microsoft, the world’s leader in software, to design, develop and market mobile productivity solutions to Nokia smartphones.

The solution delivers direct, secure access to email and personal information through the organizations’ Microsoft Exchange servers, enabling employees to connect to their corporate mail server with their Nokia smartphone without the need for additional servers. It is fast becoming the solution of choice among businesses since it became available for Nokia Smartphones on more than 550 operator networks worldwide.

Using Microsoft^® Exchange, you can deploy Mail for Exchange to synchronize email, calendar, contacts and tasks on over 50 Nokia smartphone models, including the Nokia E5, Nokia E52, Nokia E72 and Nokia E63.

“IT directors are being pressured to deploy business mobility solutions such as email, IM and intranet access for more employees, but without the high costs they have had to spend on additional middleware, licenses and maintenance,” says Benoit Nalin, General Manager of Nokia Philippines.

“Nokia is doing more than any other handset company to help businesses go mobile. Microsoft will design and develop mobile productivity, communication and collaboration solutions, and we will jointly bring them to market – giving our smartphones the edge over the competition,” added Nalin.

In addition to accessing email, if your company has a Microsoft^® Office Communications Server or Lync 2010, employees also enjoy direct access to corporate instant messaging through Microsoft^® Communicator Mobile, which was the first new application to be delivered by the two companies as part of their strategic alliance announced last year. This solution is already available on the Nokia E5, Nokia E52 and Nokia E72 smartphones.

The Nokia business smartphones are powerful mobile offices that offer business grade security solutions for secure corporate connectivity. Users of these business-optimized devices also enjoy access to maps, navigation, apps and other services through Ovi. Business category apps in the Ovi Store, such as Worldmate, F-Secure Anti-Theft for Mobile, Boingo, Bloomberg and ClicktheCity, have also significantly increased in popularity.

“We are very happy to collaborate with Nokia in creating a set of services that will give Filipinos control over their personal and business tasks, as well as enable individuals to accomplish work more efficiently with Microsoft business solutions,” said John Bessey, Managing Director, Microsoft Philippines. “With this partnership, we hope to maximize the potential of the smartphone market by letting users take full advantage of the benefits of Microsoft’s innovative unified communications technologies such as Microsoft Exchange Server and the recently launched Microsoft Lync Server 2010.”

The alliance of Nokia and Microsoft will continue to provide businesses easy mobilization and maximized IT investments. Overtime, the two companies plan to deliver Microsoft Office Mobile and related applications, including mobile-optimized versions of Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, PowerPoint Mobile and OneNote Mobile to Nokia smartphones. And people can eventually access intranet and extranet portals built on Microsoft SharePoint on their Nokia devices.

Through business messaging solutions that are developed, tested and certified by Microsoft, Nokia will be able to give new user experiences that will better meet the needs of mobile professionals.

Pinoy game Tong-its now on your Nokia phones

Local game app World Tong-its Tour is currently one of the highest-rated card games on the Ovi Store, with popularity that extends to other SEA countries like Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia

The Filipino app developers behind World Tong-its Tour: Automated Systems Enablers Inc. president Cris Bella and chief financial officer Abel Canare

What’s your favorite Pinoy game? We Pinoys have such fondness for the traditional games we grew up with. That’s because they bring back fun memories we shared with siblings or friends back home. One of the most popular Pinoy games is tong-its, which for a majority of Pinoys have became the default entertainment from the small barangays in the Metro to far-flung barrios in the provinces.

And now this all-time favorite Pinoy card game can be played anytime, wherever you are in the world. Tong-its has finally come to roost for Nokia smartphones, thanks to a small start-up app developer company in Cavite that’s big on creativity and can-do attitude.

Automated Systems Enablers Inc. (ASEi) started in June 2009 when the multinational company they worked for shut down its operations. Engineers Cris Balla, Abel Canare, and 10 other colleagues decided to start a venture that would focus on developing software for different markets. ASEi started with generic recording and accounting programs for schools until they realized the growing potential of developing applications for smartphones. Applications, after all, have become the backbone of success for many smartphone brands. A mobile phone today is not only a messaging and image-capturing instrument. It has also become an entertainment device, a productivity tool and a gaming center.

“Mobile phones today are as powerful as computers were 10 years ago,” ASEi president Chris Balla says. “Nokia phones, for example, have powerful microprocessors that are capable of handling and running complicated applications.”

ASEi had the opportunity to develop for other smartphone brands and platforms, but what attracted the company to Nokia is the openness of the Symbian system, the ubiquity of Nokia handsets among Filipino smartphone users and the Ovi Store. Symbian is the only smartphone operating system that is capable of supporting a full spectrum of devices, from low-end QWERTY phones to sleek high-end touch screen gizmos. What’s more, the platform also supports a number of universal programming languages such Java, HTML 5, Qt, and Qt Quick. This is a far cry from other systems that are tightly regulated and application development requires specific coding.

Another factor that nudged ASEi to develop for Nokia was the Ovi Store which can be accessed directly from any Nokia smartphone or through the Internet using any computer. It does not require a separate program to be accessed. Users just sign up for free and they can immediately browse and download away. In fact, on a daily basis there are 3.5 million downloads from the Ovi Store globally, which includes themes, games, videos, applications and so much more. This ease of access is essential for a young company like ASEi, which is seeking for exposure and ramp up its application downloads in the already crowded app developer market.

ASEi had its first entry to Ovi Store in January 2010 when it introduced the Jeepney Grand Prix, a racing game set in EDSA. Because it was a paid application sold in other countries, it did not perform as expected and was pulled from the Ovi Store months later. Not to be discouraged, ASEi developed a game based on a popular Filipino pastime: tong-its. World Tong-its Tour entered the Ovi Store in June 2010 and has become a hit ever since.

Like the World Poker Tour, the World Tong-its Tour takes place in three different settings: Boracay (the easiest level), Macau (intermediate level) and Las Vegas (expert level). Wagers and earnings increase as you successfully advance to another level, but if you think you can easily outsmart your opponents on this game, you’re in for a big surprise. There is a time limit of 35 seconds per turn, so if you’re the kind of player who thinks too long before every move, you will certainly lose. Also, the AI (artificial intelligence) built into the game is purposely designed to be challenging.

“We deliberately stayed away from developing an AI that can be easily beaten because we wanted players to think. Tong-its is as much a game of skill as it is a game of instinct and luck,” explains Balla.

World Tong-its Tour players will also find the game’s user interface helpful and convenient. There is a Sort button that can organize your cards according to number color, an Auto button that can help you choose which “made” cards you can post or lay out on the table, and an Attach button that assists you in placing cards on “made” ones on the table. The game’s sound effects are also humorous, such as when your computer opponent completes a made card or wins a round.

What sets World Tong-its Tour from other card games are its additional features. World Tong-Its Tour is the only card game with the ability to use the phone’s camera to shoot your own customized game avatar. What’s more, the game’s online play feature allows you to play tong-its with two of your friends via wi-fi or 3G connection.

The World Tong-its Tour has become so successful (it is one of the highest-rated card games on Ovi Store) it spawned another tong-its game from ASEi. Called Tong-its Extreme, it features multiple personalities and different artificial intelligence engines. Unlike the World Tong-its Tour, Tong-its Extreme offers unlimited chips so you can play to your heart’s delight.

The reception of Filipinos to the two tong-its games and the popularity of World Tong-its Tour in other SEA countries like Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia has prompted ASEi to develop more apps based on popular Filipino games. In fact, ASEi will soon be releasing Pusoy and Pusoy Dos games on the Ovi Store.This strategy not only differentiates their apps on the market but also capitalizes on Filipinos’ preference for Nokia phones both here and abroad. After all, no matter where they go, what twang they acquire or nationalities they assume, Pinoys will always be Pinoys.

Crissa Dance Synergy 2010 kicks off with infectious dose of dance, fashion and teen fun

Crissa Dance Synergy is the only dance competition endorsed and accredited by the Department of Education, gathering the best all-female dance groups from different schools in Metro Manila to showcase the best in contemporary dance. Now on its sixth year, this year’s competition promises to be a bigger and more exciting dance battle as it includes not only high school but college students who are all ready to display their artistry, creativity, and outstanding coordination to be named this year’s best and most fashionable all-female dance team.

Juliever Academy

“For the past five years, Crissa’s teen dance competition, the Crissa Teen Synergy, has successfully become the most exciting and much-awaited dance contest for today’s teen girls, where girl groups get to express themselves through dance. It has afforded them the chance to showcase their talent, synergy and team spirit in front of a wide audience. This year, there had been a clamor from college dance teams to join the competition, so we’re giving them a chance to shine and show what they’ve got by including them in this season. We’ve changed the name of the contest to ‘Crissa Dance Synergy’ to aptly reflect the bigness of this year’s dance competition,” said Chris Go, Crissa brand manager.

Largo High School

Besides giving girls a launchpad to showcase their dance talent, Go added that Crissa Dance Synergy has also become a venue where girls can show their love for creativity and fashion, form new friendships and just have fun!

Benigno Aquino Jr. High School

Besides having a bigger competition, Year 6 of Crissa Dance Synergy gets even more exciting with this year’s theme inspired by the chick flick, Sex and the City. It’s going to be a city invasion of girly chic as the contestants don their fun personalities, confident attitudes and fashionable styles as they display their infectious moves on the stage.

Holy Infant Montessori High School

The first leg of the competition, which was hosted by Archie Alemania and Rizza Diaz, featured competing high school teams from Kalayaan High School, Ramon Magsaysay Cubao High School, Benigno Aquino Jr. High School, Lagro High School, Ismael Mathay High School, Juliever Academy, Camarin High School, Holy Infant Montessori High School, Systems Plus Computer College, and Quezon City Science High School. Joining them for the first elimination rounds were the dance teams from De La Salle University (DLSU) and Far Eastern University (FEU).

Far Eastern University

Among the 12 teams who participated on the first leg, the dance teams picked to advance to the grand finals were Juliever Academy, Systems Plus Computer College, Lagro High School, and Ismael Mathay High School for the high school category; and both DLSU and FEU for the college category. Each team went home with a P10,000 cash prize. Benigno Aquino Jr. High School and DLSU each bagged the Most Fashionably Fun Award for being the teams with the most stylish Crissa get-up.

De La Salle University

Judges during the first leg of the competition were Jason Zamora of Maneuvers, choreographer Ickay Eusebio, Dr. Noemi Bellosillo of the Department of Education, and Atty. Lily Freida Milla of the Commission on Higher Education.

Systems Plus Computer College

These teams will join other grand finalists who will vie for the title of the best and most fashionable dance team. Grand champions for the high school and college category each get P100,000 cash prize while 1^st runners-up each receive P75,000 cash. Second runner-up winner for the high school category gets P50,000 cash.

If you think you got what it takes to be the best all-girl dance team this year, gather your girlfriends and join Crissa Dance Synergy 2010. Each team must consist of 8 to 10 members and must be bona fide students enrolled for the school year 2010-2011. Joining teams must present the duly accomplished entry form complete with the group or team members’ photos and names. For application forms, contestants should contact Melissa Lee of Excite at 0912-4888888.

There is no limit to the dance styles or routine that the groups want to showcase. Groups are free to mix up their music – which can be a combination of modern jazz, hip-hop, street dancing, modern ballet, etc. – provided that routine of each team should last for 2 ½ to 3 minutes only. Teams are also given the freedom to mix up their fashion styles which should reflect Crissa’s “fashionably fun” concept.

Elimination rounds are slated on November 12 at the SM Megamall Activity Center, and November 20 at the Market! Market! Activity Center. The grand finals will be on December 11 at the SM Mall of Asia Activity Center with the special participation of actor Dennis Trillo plus fun and exciting activities in store for the crowd.

The Crissa Dance Synergy 2010 is presented by Juicy, The Body Shop, WL Foods, Biogenic, Reva Footwear, Fres Beauty Soap and Sisters Sanitary Napkin. For more information, check out Crissa Jeans on Facebook.

Luxury night with OMEGA and Inno Sotto

(From left) Marita Fe Ganse, Ling Ling Yao, Lucerne managing director Emerson Yao, Inno Sotto, Jodilly Pendre and Paloma Montilla

Fashion and luxury were in perfect alignment when OMEGA launched its Constellation Luxury Edition during the recent Thirty Twenty Ten invitational gala of fashion icon Inno Sotto. Held at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo of the Cultural Center of the Philippines, the highly successful event celebrates Inno’s three decades of unrivaled success in fashion.

Models in Inno Sotto creations and Omega Constellation watches

The glamorous affair was graced by illustrious personalities comprising the country’s social, business, entertainment and fashion elite. Guests were completely enraptured by the show, which featured a ready-to-wear line titled “Muse.” The collection highlighted contemporary and luxurious pieces inspired by East China and India, showcasing a lot of pure silks, satins, chiffons, lightweight jerseys and silk crepe fabrics.

Kaye Tinga, Tim Yap, Tessa and Dennis Valdes

From left: Ito Ocampo, Tippi Ocampo and Frederick Peralta;
Geena Zablan, Cory Quirino and Becky Garcia

Perfectly complementing the designs were pieces from OMEGA’s Constellation Luxury Edition, as models walked onstage wearing one of the most elegant wristwatch collections in OMEGA’s 162-year history.

Bea Valdes and Archie Rodriguez; Phoemela Barranda

The OMEGA Constellation Luxury Edition was created with a strong and vivid visual identity – the dials display a dramatic supernova structure which emanates boldly from the Constellation star at 6 o’clock. Each watch shimmers and glitters with round diamonds whose seemingly random distribution in an intriguing “snow setting” elegantly respects the geometry of each jeweled component of the watch.

From left: Benjamin Tang, Daniel Matsunaga and Pedro Ditkun;
Yago Puno, Ann Puno and Rene Puno

Guests got the chance to see and appreciate the luxurious timepieces as these were beautifully showcased at the OMEGA exhibit. Emerson Yao, managing director of Lucerne, the exclusive distributor of OMEGA watches in the Philippines; Edith Dychiao, OMEGA general manager and Beth Mancilla, OMEGA marketing manager welcomed guests who were absolutely dazzled by the superb beauty of each timepiece.

From left: Joanne Pamin, Alice Pamin and OMEGA general manager Edith Dychiao; OMEGA marketing manager Beth Mancilla and Lucien Dy Tioco

Indeed, OMEGA and Inno Sotto created a mesmerizing constellation of luxury and fashion, thanks to their pioneering spirit and a shared passion for the exquisite and the glamorous.

Ego Jeans unveils Holiday collection 2010 with new celebrity endorser Joem Bascon

Joem Bascon for Ego Jeans

The fashion brand for today’s men gives the denim a sexier, edgier look
via its latest line and newest celebrity image model

The classic denim gets a makeover with Ego Jeans’ new Holiday Collection, “Denim REMASTERED,” which gives the classic rugged men’s look a sexier, more fashionable edge.

Representing its latest line is most-sought-after TV and movie actor Joem Bascon, who fittingly embodies the “sexy cool” persona of the new collection.

“Our new denim collection perfectly personifies today’s men – confident, cool and exuding with an aura of charm that is hard to resist. These qualities also complement the stylish line of polos and shirts under the collection that are perfect for Holiday season,” shares Ego Jeans Brand Manager, Rene Cipriano.

“We thought of no one to represent this new collection but talented actor Joem Bascon, who exemplifies the cool, confident and sexy persona of the modern man,” adds General Manager, Carter Go.

Denim redefined

Ego Jeans’ “Denim REMASTERED” series focuses on fit, quality, function, and wearability of the designs. The collection offers pieces that are timeless and classic, yet edgy and innovative.

To exude with a bit of a rebellious streak, the Coated Denim provides just enough “bad boy” attitude for a look that’s tough, manly and irresistible, as seen on its black skinny fit pants that feature a thread detailing. The Vintage Denim, on the other hand, gives off a sexy, eye-catching vibe with its torn and worn-out effect. Finally, the Raw Denim is the perfect wash to suit a clean, classic look.


The denim line is complemented by a stylish selection of polos and shirts. Think a combination of fine stripe and military details that give a casual twist to the button-down shirt, or red checkered button-down shirt with front pockets and defined by roll-up sleeves that bring out a man’s fashionable side. The collection also carries coated denim semi-fit jackets with zip front opening that are perfect for the cool season.

“With this collection, we want to give guys the freedom to be themselves and express their individuality while looking cool and naturally appealing. We believe that’s the kind of look every guy aims for,” explains Cipriano.

The face of sexy cool

One of today’s top TV and movie actors and certified hunk Joem Bascon is the face of Ego Jeans’ Denim REMASTERED line. Joem fits the collection’s image to a T with his captivating personality and incredible talent that have made him one of the most bankable stars of his generation.

At 24, the hunky actor has already made a name for himself as a sought-after leading man in Kapamilya teleseryes such as “Habang May Buhay” where he shone with natural acting talent alongside top actress Judy Ann Santos, and currently in “Noah,” where he displays versatility as a character actor. His exceptional talent coupled with his dusky, manly features have also opened doors for him to dabble in indie films that showed his range in portraying challenging characters.

“He’s relatively new in showbusiness but already, Joem Bascon has successfully caught the attention of movie and TV fans. As the face of Ego Jeans’ Denim REMASTERED campaign, Joem perfectly captures the line’s image of sexy cool,” says Marketing Communications Manager, Shereen Yao.

For Joem, Ego Jeans embodies his personality: rugged and intense yet evoking a certain playfulness; calculated yet exuding an air of effortless cool.

As the new Ego Guy, Joem is proud to represent a brand that inspires men to be themselves and show off their sexy, fashionable side. “Ego Jeans’ Denim REMASTERED line lets men like me follow their mood and bring out their personalities while keeping it cool and real. I can comfortably express who I am and what I’m all about without trying too hard to draw attention,” shares Joem.

Just like Joem Bascon, bare your EGO and express yourself through fashion with Ego Jeans’ Denim REMASTERED line. Ego Jeans’s Denim REMASTERED collection is now available in all leading department stores nationwide.

Ego Jeans unveils Holiday collection 2010 with new celebrity endorser Joem Bascon

Joem Bascon for Ego Jeans

The fashion brand for today’s men gives the denim a sexier, edgier look
via its latest line and newest celebrity image model

The classic denim gets a makeover with Ego Jeans’ new Holiday Collection, “Denim REMASTERED,” which gives the classic rugged men’s look a sexier, more fashionable edge.

Representing its latest line is most-sought-after TV and movie actor Joem Bascon, who fittingly embodies the “sexy cool” persona of the new collection.

“Our new denim collection perfectly personifies today’s men – confident, cool and exuding with an aura of charm that is hard to resist. These qualities also complement the stylish line of polos and shirts under the collection that are perfect for Holiday season,” shares Ego Jeans Brand Manager, Rene Cipriano.

“We thought of no one to represent this new collection but talented actor Joem Bascon, who exemplifies the cool, confident and sexy persona of the modern man,” adds General Manager, Carter Go.

Denim redefined

Ego Jeans’ “Denim REMASTERED” series focuses on fit, quality, function, and wearability of the designs. The collection offers pieces that are timeless and classic, yet edgy and innovative.

To exude with a bit of a rebellious streak, the Coated Denim provides just enough “bad boy” attitude for a look that’s tough, manly and irresistible, as seen on its black skinny fit pants that feature a thread detailing. The Vintage Denim, on the other hand, gives off a sexy, eye-catching vibe with its torn and worn-out effect. Finally, the Raw Denim is the perfect wash to suit a clean, classic look.


The denim line is complemented by a stylish selection of polos and shirts. Think a combination of fine stripe and military details that give a casual twist to the button-down shirt, or red checkered button-down shirt with front pockets and defined by roll-up sleeves that bring out a man’s fashionable side. The collection also carries coated denim semi-fit jackets with zip front opening that are perfect for the cool season.

“With this collection, we want to give guys the freedom to be themselves and express their individuality while looking cool and naturally appealing. We believe that’s the kind of look every guy aims for,” explains Cipriano.

The face of sexy cool

One of today’s top TV and movie actors and certified hunk Joem Bascon is the face of Ego Jeans’ Denim REMASTERED line. Joem fits the collection’s image to a T with his captivating personality and incredible talent that have made him one of the most bankable stars of his generation.

At 24, the hunky actor has already made a name for himself as a sought-after leading man in Kapamilya teleseryes such as “Habang May Buhay” where he shone with natural acting talent alongside top actress Judy Ann Santos, and currently in “Noah,” where he displays versatility as a character actor. His exceptional talent coupled with his dusky, manly features have also opened doors for him to dabble in indie films that showed his range in portraying challenging characters.

“He’s relatively new in showbusiness but already, Joem Bascon has successfully caught the attention of movie and TV fans. As the face of Ego Jeans’ Denim REMASTERED campaign, Joem perfectly captures the line’s image of sexy cool,” says Marketing Communications Manager, Shereen Yao.

For Joem, Ego Jeans embodies his personality: rugged and intense yet evoking a certain playfulness; calculated yet exuding an air of effortless cool.

As the new Ego Guy, Joem is proud to represent a brand that inspires men to be themselves and show off their sexy, fashionable side. “Ego Jeans’ Denim REMASTERED line lets men like me follow their mood and bring out their personalities while keeping it cool and real. I can comfortably express who I am and what I’m all about without trying too hard to draw attention,” shares Joem.

Just like Joem Bascon, bare your EGO and express yourself through fashion with Ego Jeans’ Denim REMASTERED line. Ego Jeans’s Denim REMASTERED collection is now available in all leading department stores nationwide.

Hot resort fashion with Ipanema

The prevailing theme of Philippine Fashion Week Spring-Summer 2011 was perfecting the spring-summer look from head to toe as Ipanema presented its latest in resort fashion.

Top Brazilian footwear brand Ipanema created big fashion waves with its latest Resort Wear Collection during the biggest and most prestigious fashion and style event in the country.

Now on its 13th year, the Philippine Fashion week translated the art of fashion and lifestyle through a showcase of resort pieces of more than 50 Filipino designers who lend their geniuses to interpret Ipanema’s flair and style into a complete spring-summer look.

Anthony Nocom

This year, instead of heels and leather, models graced the catwalk wearing the most comfortable and uber stylish Ipanema sandals paired with the creations of highlighted resortwear designers Anthony Nocom, Ramon Favila, Ricky Abad and Simon Ariel Vasquez.

For this show, Anthony Nocom showed off his signature fashion-forward but practical pieces for the modern man who is always on-the-go. His men’s casual resortwear in blue, white and brown palette was well-complemented by Ipanema’s sandals in solid blue, white and black colors that are crisp and clean creating the ideal fashion statement of the desirable urban man.

Ricky Abad’s new daring resort pieces took fashion to the next level. He showed his flair of giving bold and strong statements through his sexy bathing suit collection, perfect especially for the hottest season. His solid blue, yellow, white and black pieces suited the fun colors and stylish designs of Ipanema sandals.

Ramon Favila

Ramon Favila, on the other hand, flaunted his playful and fashion forward menswear. His collection included bold swimwear and fresh casual wear, which created a mix of sexy and light fabrics on the runway. He presented his creations in different style and cut variations paired with Ipanema’s trendy footwear.

Simon Ariel Vasquez

Neutral and minimalist would best describe Simon Ariel Vasquez’s creations. He incorporated casual and semi-formal appeal to his complete resortwear collection. His ability to utilize fabrics in very neutral and pastel color palette and add beautifully detailed designs creates chic and sexy resortwear.

Aside from the main presentation of Ipanema’s Resort Wear Collection, the brand’s chic sandals were also featured in other shows of the Philippine Fashion Week.

Ricky Abad

Ipanema’s booth was available during the entire Philippine Fashion Week and fashionistas were able to take home take home amazing fashion treats by becoming a fan of Ipanema’s fan page on Facebook. The range of fabulous prizes includes key chain, bag, Orly nail polish and a pair of Ipanema sandals.

The successful Ipanema Fashion Show made stylish and fabulous feet the essence of 2011 spring-summer fashion. Know more of Ipanema’s chic sandals by visiting the brand’s website at www.ipanemaphils.com. Ipanema is exclusively distributed in the Philippines by ELRO Corporation.

Feel beautiful inside and out with new Colour Collection’s Perfect Pink Lipstick

Among the colors in the palette, pink is considered the most lovely, delicate and serene color. Actually a mix of white and passionate red, pink symbolizes a temperance of emotions – a balance of charm and confidence.

And now, every woman can bring exude a balance of inner beauty and self-assurance as Tupperware Brands Philippines introduces its newest set of pink lipcolors.

The top direct-selling company’s premiere line of cosmetic line, Colour Collection presents Perfect Pink Lipstick, a collection of dazzling pink hue lipcolors with sheer and crystal shine finish that is sure to make you gorgeous inside and out.

This new exciting, limited-edition collection is co-created by versatile actress and primetime princess Bea Alonzo, the brand’s face and endorser.

“Every woman deserves to show-off her beauty. The color pink suitably represents both a woman’s delicate charm and strength of character. With Perfect Pink Lipstick, every woman will be empowered to show the world they are beautiful inside and out with just a swipe of pink lip color,” explains Bea.

Choose from Perfect Pink Lipstick shades Pretty Pink, Power Pink and Fab Pink to match your fair or medium toned skin. With these pink lip colors, it’s so easy to feel beautiful inside and out.