In between seasons

Last week the team had a mannequin fashion show at the Gallery of Greenbelt 5 showcasing the current collections from retail brands such as Raoul, Massimo Dutti, Anne Klein, Replay, Juicy Couture,  Senequanone,CK, Miss Selfridge, Warehouse, Topshop and Topman.  Neutrals, two toned and new hues came in a variety of affordable and practical mix matching pieces and dresses. What's in store is a preview of the  holiday looks to come this season. Check it out!

Massimo Dutti

Anne Klein

Juicy Couture

Senequanone

Raoul

CK and Replay 

CK and Replay

Miss Selfridge

TOPSHOP

Warehouse

TOPMAN

  The collections are available in Greenbelt 3 and 5, Ayala Center, Makati city.

All I want from Muji

Wool Alpaca Cardigans – Wool Alpaca is a special fiber known for its soft and durable quality. As a core material in making MUJI pullovers and cardigans, you are in for a luxurious warm treatment from this basic wardrobe essential.

Two-Seater Couch – Splurge on a reclining, two-seater couch from MUJI for a job well done at work this year and perfect for entertainment.

Wall Mounted CD Player with Radio –  A simple, industrial product designed CD player with built-in speakers that are deceptively loud and a power cord that doubles as an on/off switch, this impressive sound gadget is one of MUJI’s brilliant products in store. Definitely a compact and clean space saver, this has landed in the permanent collection of New York’s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).

Down Vests – Made from recycled PET bottles, these winter pieces are amazingly lightweight and effective in providing insulation to your body.

 MUJI Holiday Toys – It’s never too late to collect and play with these adorable toys. Made from basic materials such as cardboard and wood, these toys bring back the fun in traditional playtime when the Internet and the Xbox were still non-existent.

After successfully groundbreaking the local style landscape, Manila is periennially in love with MUJI.  This Christmas, MUJI presents worry free gift suggestions for your list that anyone would wish for.  With a massive range of product categories for you, your family, your hme and your friends,this definitely gives the Santa job in us a little bit easier.
In the Philippines, MUJI is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Bonifacio High Street, Rockwell Power Plant Mall, Greenbelt 3 and SM Mall of Asia.

SATURNALIA

Good friend Malou Romero of Joanique and design maven Natalya Lagdameo unveils her latest collection of stunning jewelry via exhibit called Saturnalia--a celebration for the rebirth of the sun. Inspired by the grand festival of ancient Romans, stellar stones in one of a kind setting display beautiful pieces of remarkable adornment.  

Celebrating traditional jewelry and its forever appeal, Natalya’s collection features rings, necklaces, bracelets, cuffs, brooches and earrings. These investment pieces showcase shades of deep red, yellow, dark green and caramel.

 Set in silver, Joanique's precious stones.such as multicolored sapphires, rubies, aquamarine and citrine captivate all eyes even the most discerning of taste . For Saturnalia, Malou presents  two collections. The first collection is defined by bold colors to represent the powerful Roman goddesses of ancient  time while the second set evokes nature and the cold, and the harsh reality that Winter brings.

More than a reason to celebrate, Saturnalia is an inspired collective of talents that pay tribute to history, culture and the arts.  Outstanding creations marvel in their mesmerizing appeal that truly display an irresistible attraction like no other.  

STELLAR earrings.

LUNA earrings.

WILLOW earrings.

More luxe trappings are about to unfold so drop by and check out this special event this coming Wednesday October 23 at 630pm in Firma, Greenbelt 3.

Old World Glory

History is often times recalled in various exhibitions, tributes and special occasions.  Last month, there were more than a handful commemorative events celebrating our national hero Dr. Jose Rizal's 150th birthday.  One of the more noteworthy affairs was the recent exhibit at Greenbelt 3 by the Escuela Taller de Intramuros entitled " Homenaje"(which means homage in Spanish).  The heritage exhibition featuring traditional sculpting, wood and stone carving and decorative painting revisiting structures and tradition during the Spanish era.  Beautiful pieces displayed through contemporary creations refreshes an almost forgotten past.  Old world charm re-formed and significantly creates awareness in the art of restoration.  
The Escuela Taller Intramuros ( the first Escuela Taller in Asia established in 2009) is a vocational school wherein much focus is given to skills and disciplines in encompassing the field of building construction.  In line with this, there are specialization in carpentry, masonry, metal works, electricity and plumbing.  In addition, made available are enrichment courses in decorative painting finishing, wood/stone carving and sculpting.  They also attend academic classes in building material sciences, measured drawings, cultural heritage, language values formation and mathematics.  
Beyond its beauty, history does repeat itself but in a better way and more modern forms.  The bigger picture here is to encourage more to incorporate tradition into building communities and  promote heritage conservation work to all.

Voice for the future.

Time in reference.

Past revisited.

Pillar of strength.

To have and to gold.

Light of stone.

Set in stone.

Outstanding wooden tapestry.

History repeats itself.

A look into the past.

Reproduction.

New tradition.

Arch of the future.

Escuela Taller Intramuros is located at Ravellin de Recoletos, Victoria Street, Intramuros, Manila, Philippines.  Tel (632) 527 6623 or Telfax (632) 525 1986 or email etintramuros@gmail.com and visit www.etintramuros.wordrpress.com