Sporting Ascot

2012 is the year for the Olympics. The once every four years event has greatly influenced global fashion brands in their Spring Summer 2012 and with this is the major comeback of sportswear into our wardrobes. This season, BOSS Green Menswear draws inspiration from the famed British Royal Ascot horse races with their unique tradition, color and style. Presenting a parade of hues, it features a mix of stripes and checks in bright, energized color combinations paired with white. The palette is dominated by olive green and yellows, along with a spectrum of blues including navy, turquoise and sky blue. A trio of reds – from tango red through chimney to rhododendron – send a strong message and duo with white for high impact. Fabrication is game on the stripe theme in shirts and jackets. Matte/shiny contrast is a hallmark of this richly varied collection, as is the hand-drawn BOSS Green lettering of the logo.
The BOSS Green is a premium sportswear line for men and women with a relaxed, casual focus and functional performance wear for golf enthusiasts. With its aesthetically appealing, signature design, BOSS Green has discovered the ideal niche between lifestyle and sports.

In the Philippines, BOSS Green is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 4, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, and Newport Mall Resorts World.

Return to Africa

Modern Africa is coming strong as one of the biggest trends in the coming year.  Safari fever is coming as renowned designer Michael Kors presented his Spring 2012 Collection. "Afriluxe is the new mood as it take tribal to ultra-high levels global style.  Earth tones such as limestone, olive, clay, impala antelope, creamy tones of ivory and warm sunset shades of amber sienna and cinnabar define the new palette of Africa.  Modern minimalism is creating an easy laid back feel as seen in soft djellabas, caftans, ponchos, capes sarongs and wind coats.  Style is in the raw presented with chic artisan textures such as distressed cashmere, linen, leather, patchworks and hand dyed fabrications.  
For Spring-Summer 2012, Michael Kors gives his classic sportswear some edge with tribal prints, bold tie-dye treatments, frayed edges, feathers, and python accents giving a new chic look to jetset dressing.

In the Philippines, Michael Kors is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc.(SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 5, Rustan’sMakati, The Power Plant Mall, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, and Newport Mall.

Chic Perspective

The DKNY Fall Winter 2011 AD campaign shows a new perspective with a more sophisticated and dressed-up look for fall and went uptown with a downtown edge. Lensed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, the photos show the evolution and the different facets of a woman’s life and featured the New York City as the backdrop.The lifestyle campaign is inspired by the power of a woman, the new lifestyle campaign depicts how the original aspiration of Rosemary 25 years ago has become today’s reality – a woman who is involved and makes a difference. The campaign also featured the backdrop, New York City. But instead of making the city anonymous, the photographers shot the city in a new light and gave it more individuality and personality through its architecture.

 In the Philippines, DKNY is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at, Greenbelt 5, Rockwell, Rustan’s Makati, 158 Designer’s Boulevard Alabang Town Center, New Port Mall.

Cento of Attention

Diamonds are forever.  For the most famous and precious stone in the world, this fascinating natural wonder ceases to capture the world with its captivating beauty.  Renowned brand Roberto Coin introduces Cento--an enchanting diamond with 100 facets which is almost double from  nearly twice the facets from the traditional round brilliant cut. A masterpiece inspired the art of uniqueness, the creation's outstanding luster is exceptionally adored for its allure and rarity.  How can one resist distinct brilliance in 100 facets displaying a remarkable kaleidoscopic effect beyond the countless ordinary.  These fine pieces displays a unique floral pattern--an obra maestra as a result of the ability, experience and skill of the master cutter. 
Roberto Coin guides you to purchase the best diamonds and the “4 C’s” of Cento based on the code of classification of diamonds in 4 main parameters namely Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat Weight.  Cut --Diamonds are cut with utmost care, attention and passion within the high quality standards.  Color. --The perfect choice are only colorless and near colorless diamonds.  The more transparent and colorless, the more precious and rare.  Clarity -- the diamonds belong to the first levels of the clarity range: from FL (flawless) to SI (small inclusions, not visible to the naked eye). And lastly, Carat Weight  wherein the 100 facet cut is applied to all diamonds weighting from 0.07 carat and larger. The guaranteed value of a Cento diamond is that all weigh 0.25 carats and above, are accompanied by a certificate of quality graded by the Gemological Institute of America(GIA).  What sets Roberto Coin's mark of distinction is the exclusive signature ruby hidden on the inside of each masterpiece. Truly a cut above the rest.

White Gold Ring with Diamonds with Diamonds 1.04 CT Ruby 0.011 CT.

White Gold Ring with Diamond with Central Diamond 0.57 CT Ruby 0.02CT

Diamond Gold Ring with Diamonds with Diamonds 0.05CT Central Diamond 1.07 CT Ruby 0.02 CT

Roberto Coin is exclusively available at Rustan’s Silvervault in Makati, Shangri-la Plaza and Newport City.

Power of the Pen

Over a century ago, signaled the birth of an iconic brand in the world of fine accessories defining the embodiment of prestige--Montblanc.  Name after a mystical mountain(considered as one of Europe's highest summit), it's latest collection "Tribute to Mont Blanc" is an homage and celebration of the beauty of one of nature's outstanding wonders.  Presenting  a unique interpretation of the iconic Meisterstück Writing Instrument, these elegant accessories for both men and women are crafted using different stones and materials in creating designs with remarkable detailing and outstanding craftsmanship that are truly strokes of genius. A true symbol of real luxury, the notable brand's most distinguished reputation stems from its commitment to excellence, exclusivity and timeless quality. 

Because Montblanc believes in the importance of preserving the natural beauty of this mountain region, sales of the ‘’Tribute to the Mont Blanc’’ Collection will support projects and organizations for the preservation of the iconic Mont Blanc range.  Indeed, luxury has a purpose and in the case it lies in the power of the pen.  

Meisterstück Tribute to the Mont Blanc in Platinum.

Meisterstück Tribute to the Mont Blanc in Red-Gold. 

Meisterstück Tribute to the Mont Blanc cases.

The Montblanc ‘’Tribute to the Mont Blanc’’ Collection is available in Rustan’s Makati, Shangri-La and in Newport Mall, Resorts World.

Case to Case

In this age of modern technology, style is breaking boundaries as it enters the tech world fashioning the latest gadgets in the global market. Timeless accessory brand Montblanc recently launched two new luxury accessories – Meisterstück covers suitable for both iPhones and iPads. The soon to be highly coveted protective covers, made from the famous Meisterstück leather are perfect for the working or active lifestyle.  These must-have pieces are made of the finest leather materials with excellence in craftsmanship and backed up with years of remarkable tradition.  Elegantly presented in a classic neutral hue, these stylish additions are worthy and practical investments in keeping up with the times.

Montblanc iPad cover in black – P20,500.

Montblanc iPhone cover in black – P10,500.

The new Meisterstück covers suitable for iPhones and iPads are exclusively available in Rustan’s Makat,i Shangri-La Plaza and Newport City Mall.