Fete de la Femme

There is a good reason to celebrate women and pearls.  Just about a moon ago, renowned jewelry brand, Jewelmer held an event entitled Fete de la Femme at Salon de Ning at the Peninsula Manila.  The intimate gathering exclusively for selected press and the brand's loyal clientele bonded as one in a tribute to the brands latest campaign--Passion for Pearls.  The lifetime commitment surpassing centuries of tradition still exists today and is a prized luxury that embodies the distinctive qualities of the global Filipina.  Loving the mesmerizing presentation of the most wanted tutti fruiti, recordi preciosi and elfloro ring collections--a testament of art in modern forms. Below are eye catching pieces that just might give sparkle to your eyes. 

Pearl action.

Little girls and their Pearls (from left to right)  Mikka Velasquez, Donna Gonzales Lim, Reg Rodriguez and model Justine Gabioza.

Ubermodel Girlie Benitez and Jewelmer's PR Celine Aguila.

Jewelmer's Angels in Pearls (from left to right)  Penelope Uy, Mia Macapagal
and Celine. 

Pearly smiles. The author and Jewelmer's Penelope Uy.

The unforgettable get-together triumphed the beckoning of a new era for the pearl as it moves forward to the future not just as a piece a jewelry but as a significant symbolism of heritage, culture, tradition and embodiment of what women stand for in modern times.

Salon de Ning

Recently had a shoot for a wedding magazine at the current toast of tinseltown--Salon de Ning.  Located at the ground floor of one of the best hotels in the Philippines--The Manila Peninsula--this new must-go haven is the place to be seen.  Social butterflies, stylesetters and industry insiders flock to this chic kitschy habitat with no uncompromising restraint.  Style is a tall order as lingering eyes spot the latest personalities in the news, fashion and society lounge and toast to a night of fun, gossip and relaxation.  The setting is a chic tapestry of finery inspired from 1930's Shanghainese Art Deco echoing the glamorous world of Madame Ning.  Old world made modern, the distinct habitue is the epitome of salon chicness that was then and so now.

Lounge luxe.

On stage.

Talk of the town.

Not your ordinary Cinderella story.

Seat of power.

Frame fillers.

Crystal clear.

Designer Louis Claparols wearing a top by Dansen, pants by Diesel, high cuts from
Puma, watch by Technomarine and sunglasses by Chloe.

Designer Ivar Aseron wearing a top designed by him, pants by Topshop, shoes by
Neil Barett, watch by Cartier and sunglasses by Tom Ford.

Photographer Lope Navo wearing a striped tee by A/X, black blazer by H & M, denims
and sunglasses by Zara, belt by Diesel and silver high cuts by Topman.

Makeup artist Bobby Carlos wearing a v-neck tee by Muji, pants and belt both by
Alexander McQeen, shoes by Nike, bag by Prada and watch by Swatch.

Behind the scene.

Up close and personal.

A song to remember.

Hold on to the light.

Where fashion sits.

Tailored suiting.

Junior associate stylist Donna Gonzales Lim wearing top from HK, vest by Massimo
Dutti, shorts by Zara, necklace by MAngo, bangle by F21, ring by H & M and shoes
bought online.

Jewelmer's Penelope Uy wearing a top by H & M, vest and jeans both by Zara, belt by
Gap, heels by Aldo and bag by Longchamp.

Metro Wedding's creative director Trish Chua Juico wearing a dress by Dorothy Perkins,
aviators by Ray Bann, Nightingale bag by Givenchy and animal printed flats by  Zara.

Ysa of Metro Weddings wearing a paisley printed tunic by Massimo Dutti, belt by
Zara, ring by H & M, bracelet by Tiffany & Co., watch by Tag and Skagen and flats
from HK.

Tinee of Metro Weddings wearing a blouse from Shanghai, leggings by H & M, watch
by Philip Stein and flats from SM.

Designer Mikka Velasquez wearing a blouse by What A Girl Wants, denims by Jag,
clogs by CMG, watch by Technomarine and bag Longchamp.

Senior associate stylist Reg Rodriguez wearing a jacket by Dorothy Perkins, top by
Topshop, skirt by SM , rings by PLF and necklace from BKK.

Designer Noelle Llave wearing a dress by F21, sleeveless parka by Tomato, bag by
Bench and clogs by Kim Raez.

Associate junior stylist Rudolph Leonor wearing a top by Topman, blazer by Mundo,
trousers by Bench, belt by SM, shoes by Urban Outfitters and bag by Marc by Marc
Jacobs.

Model of the moment Pauline Prieto wearing a top and maxi skirt both by F21, sweater
 by Sparkle and Faith and shoes by Bakers.