Frollic Rollable Take-away Shoes I was never a fan of high-heeled stilettos; in fact I ditched all my heels when I started commuting everyday for work. Flip-flops are my best friends but I can’t wear them in offices and in formal functions. Good thing I finally received my first pair of Frollic […]
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Blog Anniversary Giveaway Contest Update & WinnersCongratulations to the winners! Winner of Goodie Bag #1: Midnight Crush — Vera Paola Reyes Winner of Goodie Bag #2: Hair Passion — Rengie Ann Bahia Winner of Goodie Bag #3: Nails Romance — Katherine Sicat Winner of Etude House MiniMe Perfume Stick — Joana Pearl Somejo Winner of […]
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Strip It! Hair Removal SugaringMy first in DIY waxing: Strip It! Hair Removal Cold Wax. Strip It! Facts: Uses sugar wax which is all-natural, water-soluble (easy to wash out), and hypoallergenic (safe for sensitive skin) Safe to use on any part of the body: face , legs, underarms, bikini line or even Brazilian waxing! Less chicken […]
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Shine in the Big Apple with Sun Life Financial PhilippinesBe stuck in a rut or go BIG shot? Be tied to your desk or travel BIG time to New York City? Discover the bright and brilliant pulse of the city that never sleeps as Sun Life Financial Philippines launches its SHINE in the BIG Apple promo. To run until May 2, 2011, […]
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Baby Boom! Portraits by Leny CruzadoMy Rating: [rating=5] Zaiel’s second baby photo shoot happened last October 29, 2010. The photographer was Ms. Leny Cruzado. A schoolmate of mine suggested her Facebook fan page, Baby Boom Portraits by Leny Cruzado, and I inquired about her baby photography services right away, since I was considering a pre-birthday photo shoot for my child. […]
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Working Mom’s A Summer Affair: Children’s Workshops ExpoWorking Mom magazine cooked up a fun summer affair for mommies and kids! The Children’s Workshops Expo will be happening on April 10, 2011 (Sunday), 10AM to 7PM at the NBC Tent Bonifacio Global City. The event aims to empower kids with workshops and help moms choose the best summer activities for their […]
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Freeway’s Handpainted Tattoo Swimwear by Twinkle FerrarenFreeway Summer 2011 Collection This year’s Freeway summer collection is all about Tattoos. They collaborated with designer Twinkle Ferraren for its hand-painted Tattoo Swimwear Summer 2011 Collection. The most loved and everlasting form of art and expression is reinvented into something more wearable. Twinkle Ferraren is a Filipino swimsuit designer who started her career […]
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Sultry Summer by EnsemblesIt’s time for a radiant, sun-kissed skin! Ensembles Collection for Summer 2011 highlights very girly, bright and incredibly vibrant colors that will heighten the glowing effect of your fresh from the weekend tan. I love Carmina Villaroel’s tanned complexion in her photoshoots. For this season, Ensembles have an exquisite array of bikinis, […]
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Winners of SOLO Online Model Search“When my mom found out that I got to be the new face of Solo she cried and was so proud of me”, shared Mehran Khaledi, Solo’s newest face and winner of its Online Model Search. “I did not expect to win at all! I was already ecstatic when I was called […]
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First Blog Anniversary Contest (CLOSED)Purple Pieces will be turning ONE year old on April 22! I’d like to share and celebrate my happiness with my readers so I prepared some goodies. Here they are: Goodie Bag #1: Midnight Crush Avon Smooth Mineral Eyeshadow in Mocha Goddess Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion Clinique Lash Doubling Mascara in Black Dr. […]
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How To Treat Dengue FeverHow to Fight Dengue Viruses… March 6 (Sunday) My husband, after taking his afternoon shower, complained about feeling nauseated. He went to bed earlier than usual and woke up the next day with a high fever, 38 degrees. March 7 (Monday) We arrived at the emergency room of Capitol Medical Center by 7 AM. Aside […]
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ghd IV styler: The Ultimate Hair Stylerghd IV styler is GHD’s most versatile and famous styler. It can do just about everything from straightening and curls to flicks and waves. Known as “The ultimate styler”, it helps you decide on a multitude of fabulous hairstyles. “Gorgeously straight and sleek hair can easily be yours everyday with the ghd IV […]
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DIY Summer FashionIt’s summer season again and I think it will be such a waste to buy a new set of clothes. I gave my closet a good rummage last week and I’ve decided to give away and remake some of my clothes. I will be sharing tips on how to recycle T-shirts and maxi dresses to […]
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Curves Introduces Zumba FitnessCurves of Bonifacio Global City introduces the new Curves® Circuit with Zumba® Fitness classes. Ladies, you can try it for free! I’ve first heard of Curves from my uncle a few years ago. He was so impressed with how a 30-minute workout routine improves and tones a woman’s body in a […]
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ZAR 9: Free Photo Recovery SoftwareZero Assumption Recovery 9 is a free photo recovery software that you can download and use to retrieve lost and deleted images from memory cards. The other day, my cousin came back from his Bohol-Cebu trip and as he was about to transfer his photos from his camera to the PC, he found out that […]
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Genital Warts: The Cold TruthRead this article to discover everything you need to know about “Genital Warts”. Likely due to a rich tradition of customs and beliefs, Filipinos have an abundance of myths that we seem to readily embrace. From the old tradition of disallowing two weddings in a family in the same year to the prevailing notion that […]
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EX GRATIS: A Victorian Degustation Charity DinnerVictoria in Lege, a sorority instituted and organized by empowered women of the Ateneo de Manila Law School, brings you EX GRATIS: A Victorian Degustation Charity Dinner to mark its second year anniversary. Delight in the exquisite taste of a European gourmet dinner as renowned Chefs Roland and Jackie Laudico personally offer an 8-course meal […]
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Kobe Bryant is The Black Mamba“Should you fear the BLACK MAMBA?†Pertaining to the snake, yes. If it’s Kobe, I have yet to watch the movie to find out. If you’re a basketball fan or perhaps a die hard supporter of Kobe Bryant, you better take a peek at these two trailers of his upcoming movie, The Black Mamba. […]
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Loreal Men Expert Pure & Matte Charcoal Black FoamMy husband has large pores and oily skin so he’s having breakouts often. Thanks to Loreal Paris Men Expert Pure & Matte Charcoal Black Foam, his pimples heal faster than before and his face became clearer. This facial wash for men combats oily and dull skin. Enriched with Salicylic Acid, it cleanses […]
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The New Dupe Brazilian SlippersDupe, a Brazilian slippers brand, was re-launched here in the Philippines last December 2010. It offers Brazilian, high-quality, affordable, and practical slippers for men, women, kids and babies. The word Dupe (DO Pe), is a Portuguese term which literally means “of the feet”. It connotes a natural extension of the foot. The brand originated in […]
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Spend Valentine’s Day at Lancaster Hotel ManilaLancaster Hotel Manila (Mandaluyong, Philippines) has something romantic to offer for the love month of 2011. Valentine’s day hotel packages with heart-warming inclusions will surely make yours a wonderful experience. “All suites are furnished with complete kitchen and dining facilities, air-conditioning, cable TV, coffee/ tea maker, hair dryer, telephone, and broadband Internet access. […]
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RISQ Grand Summer Fashion ShowI am happy and humbled that my blog Purple Pieces has been chosen as one of the official partners of RISQ Grand Summer Fashion Show happening on March 4, 2011 at the World Trade Center Manila. RISQ is a swimwear and lingerie design competition which will be patterned after the famous Victoria’s […]
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