Giordano Fashion week

GIORDANO'S 

SPRING /SUMMER COLLECTION

Giordano Philippines Debuts on Philippine Fashion Week

Giordano, an international retail clothing chain, made a successful and star-studded debut on the runways of Philippine Fashion Week with a sneak peek of their Spring Summer 14 collection last October 26, 2013 at the SM Mall of Asia Main Atrium. Giordano’s new collections – Holiday Cruise and Linen Story brought in some fresh summer vibe on the catwalk with 85 looks featuring nautical elements, updated chambrays, summer linens, oxfords in crisp pastel palette and an array of colorful basics. Live beats provided by DJ Callum David, a.k.a. DJ Vinimal set the show sailing on a breezy summer cruise. 

Putting a fresh spin on everyday wear, Giordano has brightened up Philippine Fashion Week, perfectly capturing the vivacious spirit of the summer season. All the pieces in the collection showcased what made Giordano the success story that it is.

“HONESTO” UPHOLDS HONESTY ON PRIMETIME TV

ABS-CBN inspires Filipinos to lead a life of honesty and sincerity via its newest and timely drama series “Honesto” that will premiere this Monday (October 28).

Honesto” revolves around the story of a young boy named Honesto (Raikko Mateo), the son of Diego (Paulo Avelino), and Fina (Maricar Reyes). Just like the extraordinary trait of his mother’s family, Honesto grew up having an allergy that causes his nose to swell whenever he tells a lie.

Raikko Mateo

Paulo Avelino

Melai Cantiveros, Jason Francisco

Janice de belen

Eddie Garcia

Maricar Reyes

Joseph Marco

Angel Aquino

Melissa Ricks

Joel torre

Paano paghihiwalayin at pagtatagpuin ng katotohanan ang mga pamilya at pusong nasaktan dahil sa kasinungalingan? Mabubura ba ng kabutihan at busilak na kalooban ang lahat ng kasakiman sa mundo?

Pagbibidahan ito ng award-winning and seasoned actors tulad nina Paulo, Eddie Garcia, Janice de Belen, Angel Aquino, Nonie Buencamino, Joel Torre, Melissa Ricks, at Joseph Marco. Ipinakikilala rin ang pinakabagong Kapamilya child star na si Raikko.

Kukumpleto sa powerhouse cast nito sina Malou Crisologo, Melai Cantiveros, Jason Francisco, Michael Conan, Josh Ivan Morales, at Janna Agoncillo. Kasama rin sina Maricar at Spanky Manikan para sa kanilang natatanging pagganap.

Ang “Honesto” ay sa ilalim ng direksyon nina Jerry Lopez Sineneng at Darnel Joy Villaflor. Ito ay ang pinakabagong obra ng Dreamscape, ang grupong lumikha ng matagumpay na inspirational drama series na “May Bukas Pa” at “100 Days To Heaven,” phenomenal teleseryeng “Walang Hanggan,” at ng malapit nang magtapos na “Juan dela Cruz.”

markgacer photography: 4 Sister and A Wedding

markgacer photography: 4 Sister and A Wedding: Teodora “Teddie” Salazar played by Toni Gonzaga. I know may very, very slim percentage na mababasa niya ito pero sasabihin ko na rin. ...

4 Sister and A Wedding

Teodora “Teddie” Salazar played by Toni Gonzaga. I know may very, very slim percentage na mababasa niya ito pero sasabihin ko na rin. I think Toni’s a great TV host, an intelligent person, and a good actress. Pero hindi ako masyadong natutuwa sa mga past projects niya. Pero, man! Siya ang revelation para sa akin sa pelikulang ito. It was like this role was written just for her. I can’t imagine another person playing Teddie.

Si Teddie ang panganay na anak. Halata rin na siya ang paborito ng nanay nila na na-establish sa mga eksenang nagpalingon sa akin sa mga kapatid kong kasama kong nanonood. Lahat naman kasi ng magulang ay may kani-kaniyang paborito. Sa Espanya nagtatrabaho si Teddie. Sa pagkakaalam ni Grace ay isa siyang teacher. Pero may lihim si Teddie at dahil dito ay kinailangan niyang isama si Frodo (Janus Del Prado) pauwi at ipakilala bilang boyfriend.

 “Teddie” Salazar played by Toni Gonzaga

 Roberta “Bobbie” Salazar played by Bea Alonzo. I’ve always loved Bea Alonzo. Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay is still my favorite Pinoy drama series, ever at malaking part noon ang pagganap niya bilang Katrina. One More Chance and The Mistress are two of my favorite Pinoy films and she plays the lead in both. Kaya inasahan ko nang magiging mahusay ang pagganap niya sa role na ito.

Bobbie is based in New York. Masasabing siya ang pinaka-successful career-wise sa magkakapatid. Pero gaya ng lahat ng kilala kong strong, empowered, women ay puso ang pinag-uugatan ng problema niya. She has a long-time boyfriend, Tristan (Sam Milby) who is a single dad with a bratty daughter. Gusto nang magpakasal ni Tristan, pero si Bobbie ang tumatanggi. Sumama ang mag-ama sa pag-uwi ni Bobbie para sa kasal ni CJ. Dito nila makikita firsthand ang pinag-ugatan ng mga issue ni Bobbie kasama na ang obvious na favoritism ng kaniyang ina.

Roberta “Bobbie” Salazar played by Bea Alonzo

 Alexandra “Alex” Salazar played by Angel Locsin. Sa apat, si Alex ang “black sheep.” Habang ang tatlo ay focused sa pagiging mahusay sa pag-aaral at sa mga karera nila, si Alex ay umeextra bilang Assistant Director sa mga pelikula. At siyempre, para buo ang imahe bilang rebelde, mayroon din siyang douchebag boyfriend, si Chad (Bernard Palanca). Alex and Bobbie had a falling apart at obvious ang distaste nila sa isa’t-isa early into the movie.

Angel’s portrayal reminded me a lot about her Click days. Siguro dahil may pagkakapareho ang personality ni Charlie at ni Alex. Pero I liked it dahil I enjoy seeing her play these type of roles over the girly-girl ones.

 Alexandra “Alex” Salazar played by Angel Locsin

 Gabriela “Gabby” Salazar played by Shaina Magdayao. Sa apat na artista who played the Salazars, si Shaina palang ang hindi talaga nabibigyan ng full-length lead role. Pero hinding hindi yun dahil sa kakulangan ng talent on her part. She’s really great. Talagang di lang laging nacoconvert into opportunities ang talent. Medyo natakot ako para sa kaniya dahil baka ma-overshadow siya nung tatlo. Pero hindi ganoon ang nangyari. I loved the way that she played Gabby. She got the role down to the last detail. I loved the “grr” noise she made when she got stressed. I also liked how she modulated her voice to fit in sa papel niya bilang conserbatibo na si Gabby. Hanga ako sa kaniya dahil sa tingin ko ay siya ang may pinakamalaking pagkakaiba ng totoong personality vs. the character’s.

Gabby is the “old maid” at tagapangalaga ng kanilang ina at ni CJ nang nag-move out ang mga Ate niya. Siya rin ang tiga-balanse sa mga personalidad ng mga ate niya. At alam kong hindi madali ang papel na yun. Bahagi ng internal issues ni Gabby ang pagtingin niya na hindi siya kasing-husay ng iba pa niyang kapatid. Hindi niya rin maiwan ang kanilang nanay dahil mahina na ito.

Gabriela “Gabby” Salazar played by Shaina Magdayao

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UNICEF’s Trick-or-Treat Year 2 Now Nationwide

UNICEF’s Trick-or-Treat Year 2 Now Nationwide

To celebrate October as National Children’s Month, UNICEF kicks off Trick-or-Treat Year 2 in a big way by making it nationwide! 

The Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF Superheroes campaign brings special meaning to Halloween by giving children an opportunity to learn the value of helping other children in need.  Instead of asking for candies and treats, children can collect money in a special Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF box.  This year’s Trick-or-Treat focuses on children affected by the conflict in Zamboanga. The funds raised will help them go back to school, give them access to safe drinking water and sanitation facilities and ensure their good health and nutritional status.

 “UNICEF relies entirely on voluntary donations to fund its work for children in the Philippines and worldwide.  With Toy Kingdom’s support, we hope to raise more funds and awareness on how children can help other children in Zamboanga through Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF.  The situation in Zamboanga profoundly affected a large number of children so every contribution counts and everyone can do something to help,” said UNICEF Country Representative Tomoo Hozumi 

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The grand launch party held in, SM Megamall Event Center on October 5 featured fun games, superhero appearances and a special performance by UNICEF National Ambassador Gary Valenciano.

 Dubbed as the original Kids Helping Kids® campaign,Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF is celebrated by many children and families around the world and has since raised more than $170 million to help children in need globally. Launched in the Philippines last year, the program raised over P400,000 and distributed over 4,000 donation kits in malls and participating schools.

Register for your free Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF donation kits at all Toy Kingdom branches nationwide from October 1 to 31 or until supplies last.  All donations can be turned over to any SM Bill Payment counter (SM Department Store, SM Supermarket, SM Hypermarket, and Savemore) nationwide.  Children and families who turn-in their donations before November 30 will receive a certificate of appreciation and surprise gift via mail!

Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF 2013 is made possible through Toy Kingdom, SM Megamall, SM Supermalls, SM Cares, Philippine Star, Summit Media, MagnaVision, Media Pool, Sumo Sam and Krispy Kreme. Participating Toy Kingdom branches include SM Aura, SM Bacolod, SM Bacoor, SM Baguio, SM Batangas, SM Cagayan de Oro, SM Cebu, SM Davao, SM Fairview, SM General Santos, SM Lanang, SM Iloilo, SM Lucena, SM Makati, SM Marilao, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SM Pampanga, SM North Edsa, The Podium, SM Southmall, V-Mall and Lucky Chinatown Mal

About UNICEF

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to help children survive and thrive, from early childhood through adolescence.  The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, safe water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, abuse, exploitation, and AIDS.  UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments. For more information about UNICEF and its work visit