Christmas magic comes alive with Robinsons Department Store’s Enchanting Christmas Shop

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisper, you know the season of joy and splendor has begun. There’s no better time to spruce up your home than now to avoid the Christmas rush.

This year, Robinsons Department Store (RDS) is pulling out all the stops to make your Christmas shopping magical and stress-free with the opening of its Celebrate Christmas Shop—in stores and online.

Robinsons Department Store is letting shoppers choose how they want to shop for their holiday décor with different Christmas themes. Browse the e-catalog and add to your cart if you’re pressed for time to go to the mall but want to start with your home decoration right now, or visit the Christmas Shop for additional inspiration as the department stores are decorated for the holidays.

 

Here’s a guide on how to achieve a cohesive theme for your home this holiday season.

Choosing a Christmas Tree

The first step in choosing a Christmas tree is determining the size that will best fit your space. Where will you put the tree? In the living room, dining room, or foyer? Measure the height and width of the area and ensure that there’s enough clearance for the tree—and the tree topper—to stand upright without touching the ceiling.

Robinsons Department Store’s Christmas Shop offers a variety of trees in different colors (white, silver, and green), materials (tinsel, vinyl balsam, and royal Dakota), and shapes (slim and full). Price and size also come in a wide range to suit your space and budget.

 

Classic Christmas

Nothing says enchanting Christmas more than the timeless colors of red and green. For those who cherish the holiday traditions they grew up with, the Christmas Shop offers delightful décor in these classic colors. Think red and green Christmas balls, Nutcracker soldiers, twinkling fairy lights, poinsettias, green and red leaves on slim branches, wreaths, tabletop trees, garlands, and other ornaments like plush toys. Classic Christmas embodies the warmth of nostalgia and holiday traditions.

 

Splendor Christmas

On the other end of the color spectrum are the rich, jewel colors that bring a touch of luxury to your home. The ornaments sparkle and shine in deep blue, maroon, fuchsia, gold, and even black and translucent — and are mostly embellished with silver or gold trims. Gold fillers and ribbons are strategically wound throughout the tree for that extra touch of luxury. Gold wreaths, stylized nativity figurines, reindeer, and brush-like tabletop trees complete the look.

 

Christmas with Santa

One of the most beloved symbols of Christmas is Santa Claus. With his never-ending supply of gifts from his sack and his jolly laughter, Father Christmas has caught the hearts of generations of children and adults. What better way to celebrate the happy spirit of the season than with a Santa theme? Mini Santa, Rudolph, and the Snow Man can decorate your tree for that festive spirit, while tabletop Santa on his sleigh, and Christmas socks and throw pillows create a cheerful atmosphere all around your space.

Christmas tablescape

Entertaining is a huge part of the holidays and you can flex your cooking as well as your decorating skills in one go. Create a truly unforgettable holiday dining experience with dinnerware and cutlery from the Christmas Shop. They range from minimalist white plates with just a hint of holiday print to colorful ones. Your table can be as opulent or as simple as you want. Pick a couple of tree ornaments or slim tabletop trees to scatter around the table. You can also create an intimate ambiance with Christmas lights bunched up in glass containers or just winding around on the table like a garland.

Robinsons Department Store’s Christmas Shop is your one-stop shop for all your Christmas decorating essentials. Browse the e-catalog here and add it to your cart on GoCart, LazMall, and Shopee Mall. Or visit any Robinsons Department Store near you for more holiday inspiration.

CLiQQ to 7-Eleven Color Fun Run 2023: Bringing Color and Fitness to the Heart of New Clark City

In a world that increasingly relies on digital connectivity and convenience, it's easy to forget the importance of staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, on November 12, 2023, CLiQQ by 7-Eleven, is set to break the routine with its first-ever Color Fun Run, entitled "CLiQQ to 7-Eleven." This exciting event will take place at the world-class sports complex, New Clark City, and promises to be a memorable day filled with vibrant colors, fitness, and lots of giveaways!

The primary objective of the CLiQQ to 7-Eleven Color Fun Run is to encourage and promote a culture of wellness and health among its loyal customers. As an iconic convenience store chain, 7-Eleven recognizes the importance of keeping its customers physically active and energized. This event is poised to make a significant impact on the fitness journey of its patrons.

Participants will have the opportunity to choose from three distinct run categories: 2KM, 7KM, and 11KM. Each category promises a unique experience tailored to varying fitness levels. Regardless of the chosen category, every runner will receive a run kit, complete with a stylish singlet, a personalized race bib, a finisher's shirt, a well-deserved medal, and a delightful assortment of freebies packed inside a loot bag.

But the CLiQQ to 7-Eleven Color Fun Run is not just about running; it's about celebrating wellness and fostering connections with the community. The event will feature exciting activities and interactions with participating brands that share the same commitment to health and vitality. Be sure to capture these memorable moments at the designated photo booth area, where you can snap pictures with friends, fellow runners, and sponsors.

In addition to the run itself, participants can expect a kaleidoscope of vibrant CLiQQ colors along the course, creating a visually stunning and immersive experience. The colors will represent the vitality and enthusiasm of those who prioritize their well-being and embrace the joy of an active lifestyle.

The CLiQQ to 7-Eleven Color Fun Run is more than just a race; it's a celebration of health, happiness, and the incredible sense of community that can be found within the 7-Eleven family. So, mark your calendars for November 12, 2023, and prepare to embark on a journey of fitness, fun, and unforgettable memories at New Clark City. Whether you're a seasoned runner or someone looking to kickstart their fitness journey, this event promises something for everyone. Let's CLiQQ to 7-Eleven together, and make health our number one priority.

This event is sponsored by Universal Robina Corporation, Mogu-Mogu, Oishi, ECPay, and Aliw Broadcasting. Visit CLiQQ Facebook page (www.facebook.com/CLiQQ.ph) for more updates. Register at RUN.CLiQQ.PH now. 

See you there!

World’s Number 1 Rum Tanduay Now in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario

Leading Philippine rum brand Tanduay has partnered with distributor Christopher Stewart Wine & Spirits to make its award-winning products available in the Canadian market. 

“Our distribution in Canada will be in the whole country. We are already in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan and working on getting tenders on the government-controlled provinces like Ontario and Quebec. They have sales teams for almost every province in Canada, which gives Tanduay the best possible opportunities to be present in every province. We are already in the works in bringing our full range, which includes Especia Spiced Rum, Tanduay Rum Amber, and Tanduay Rum White to the country by 2024.” ~Marc Ngo, Tanduay International Business Development Manager and Senior Brand Manager

Ngo said they have partnered with Christopher Stewart Wine & Spirits for Tanduay’s Canadian expansion because they provided the best strategies to move Tanduay in Canada.

Launch Event with Sam Miller

For its Canadian launch, Tanduay presented a Sam Miller Guest Shift at the H Tasting Lounge last October 5. Miller is one of the leading names in bar-tending whose passion is the world of rum. He found his way behind the bar during college and has been tending for 13 years. 

It was while he was working at Zombie Village in San Francisco that he first learned about Tanduay. They used its rums in five of their cocktail menus.

“They don’t add any sugar or other additives to the aged rums after distillation. Everything is in the bottle. It’s all a natural process. Rum doesn’t only come from the Caribbean islands. The Philippines have a long history of rum production and have an ideal climate for excellent rums.” ~Sam Miller, Guest Shift at the H Tasting Lounge

Tanduay makes its rums in the Philippines using quality sugarcane sourced from the country’s leading sugarcane-producing regions. Extracted Grade A molasses from these crops then undergo a refining process. They are then fermented and turned into liquid ready for distillation.

The brand owns an arsenal of oak barrels, which it uses to age its rums. Aging alcohol in these barrels transforms their flavor and complexity. The Philippines’ tropical climate further enhances them.

Miller shared that his favorite is the Tanduay Double Rum, which he said is very bold and evenly balanced. “It’s the perfectly aged rum,” he pointed out. He considers the Tanduay Asian Rum Gold, meanwhile, as one of the easiest mixing rums.

Apart from the event with Miller, Tanduay also hosted an Industry Masterclass and Blackbox Cocktail Competition as part of its Canadian launch. The event was held at The Permanent  last October 4. Later that day, the brand held a launch party at Lunch Lady where they served Filipino cuisine along with Tanduay cocktails.

There Is a Tanduay Rum for Everybody

Tyler MacKenzie, Brand Manager of Christopher Stewart Wine & Spirits, noted that each Tanduay rum has great balance, structure, and character, so the portfolio easily appeals to a wide variety of tastes. Like Miller, he likes the Tanduay Double Rum the most for its complexity and extra barrel age.

Tanduay was named the World’s Number 1 Rum for six consecutive years, outselling rum brands from other countries. 

“Canada’s rum market is very vigorous and there's a lot of opportunity for growth for Tanduay. The quality and the marketing behind the brand are strong. It will take us time to get across the country, but we will get there.” ~Tyler MacKenzie, Brand Manager of Christopher Stewart Wine & Spirits

Tanduay Double Rum, one of Tanduay's award-winning rums, is now available in Canada

As of this writing, the Tanduay rums that are available in Canada are the Tanduay Asian Rum Gold, Tanduay Asian Rum Silver, Tanduay Double Rum, Boracay Rum Coconut, and Boracay Rum Cappuccino. 

Lazada announces their new platform channel “Choice” where you can score any 3 items from 99 pesos, with Sarah Geronimo as the newest ambassador

Lazada, the leading e-commerce platform in the Philippines, launched its newest channel, Choice, where you can pick 3 items from only Php 99 with 100% free shipping. Held at Studio 300, Makati City, last October 12, the event was a colorful testament to Lazada’s innovative ways of offering budget-friendly shopping options to Filipino shoppers. 

Guests, plus two of their friends were bundled in three–all invited to a retro varsity prep themed afternoon filled with entertainment and fun activities where they got to score exciting prizes. With a gamified way of educating attendees on how Choice works, they needed to get a score of three to win prizes through rounds of bowling, dice rolling, and billiards!

Lazada team with Baus Rufo and Sarah G impersonator, Bench Hipolito

LazAffiliates members and Content Creators Baus Rufo and Aryn Cristobal shared their thoughts about the unique features of the Choice channel and the exceptional customer experience it offers, 

“Choice on Lazada is the newest disruption and game changer in online shopping! You can buy any 3 items from their bestseller list from only PHP 99! Just in time for kris kringle and stress eating season!,” ~Baus Rufo, LazAffiliates member and Content Creator

Aaron Maniego, Ayn Cristobal, Baus Rufo, Charuth, Jamie Casino

“First of all, the fact that anything is worth Php 99 pesos is already a miracle, pero ngayon 3 items from only Php 99, mas sobrang sulit! I love that I can buy anything, and when I say anything, I just need to think of an item and type it, lalabas na siya in many different choices!” ~Aryn Cristobal, LazAffiliates member and Content Creator

There were lots of surprises during the afternoon–the first was a video greeting from the one and only Pop Icon and Choice Ambassador Sarah Geronimo which stirred so much excitement in the room! The next was a surprise performance from the singer’s impersonator, Bench Hipolito, who wowed the crowd with signature Sarah Geronimo moves on stage.

Now that the holiday season is just around the corner, Sarah shared who she’s excited to gift, 

“Siyempre ‘yong asawa ko, diba? Siya ang first Choice ko. Pangalawa, ‘yong aking mga friends and loved ones, family ko. Siyempre kasama na ‘yan lahat. Masarap sa feeling ‘yong napaparamdam mo sa mga mahal mo sa buhay, sa friends mo, sa family mo na they are important. Mabibigyan mo sila ng regalo kahit hindi mahal pero very useful para sakanila.” ~Sarah Geronimo, Pop Icon and Lazada Choice Ambassador

Sarah G impersonator Bench Hipolito with the audience

Choice is set to revolutionize the shopping experience, not only making it affordable but also a lot of fun. Stay tuned for more exciting deals and offers on the Lazada App, and make Choice your Sulit Tipid option. 

About Lazada

Lazada Group is Southeast Asia's pioneer eCommerce platform. For the last 11 years, Lazada has been accelerating progress in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam through commerce and technology. Today, a thriving local ecosystem links about 160 million active users to more than one million actively-selling sellers every month, who are transacting safely and securely via trusted payment channels and LazadaWallet, receiving parcels through a homegrown logistics network that has become the largest in the region. With a vision to achieve USD 100 billion annual GMV, Lazada aims to serve 300 million shoppers by 2030, and be the best at enabling brands and sellers in digitizing their businesses. 

SM Supermalls ushers in the holidays with a Filipino Christmas

Leading the lighting ceremony of a giant Capiz Parol and a bedecked 33-foot Christmas tree were SM Engineering Design and Development President Hans Sy Jr.; Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano, and SM Supermalls President Steven Tan.

SM Supermalls began the first of 84 Christmas Tree lighting ceremonies to usher in the holiday season at SM Aura with “Ilaw at Ligaya” a modern Filipino spectacle featuring a Pinoy-themed fashion show set to Pinoy carols and beats by Pinoypela, ROFG and Prestige Band. 

Leading the lighting ceremony of a giant Capiz parol and a bedecked 33-foot Christmas tree were Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano, SM Supermalls President Steven Tan and SM Engineering Design and Development President Hans Sy Jr. 

“Ngayong taon, inaanyayahan namin kayong lahat na mahal naming pamilyang Pilipino na ipagdiwang ang pagbibigayan at saya ng tunay na Pasko dito sa SM. Hihintayin naming kayo at ang mga mahal ninyo ngayong nga araw ng ilaw at liwanag!” ~Steven Tan, SM Supermalls President

Leading the lighting ceremony of a giant Capiz Parol and a bedecked 33-foot Christmas tree were SM Engineering Design and Development President Hans Sy Jr.; Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano, and SM Supermalls President Steven Tan.

From eco-friendly ornaments incorporating rattan, raffia, abaca and buri that adorn the tree and mall décor, to the glittering curtain of LED lights that brighten the halls, this year’s holiday display at SM Aura is especially meaningful and unique. Taking center stage is the mall’s 33-foot Christmas tree adorned with handmade ornaments using locally sourced materials such as Christmas balls wrapped in rattan and abaca, iridescent orchid blooms of capiz, and traditional bamboo parols.  A stunning 3-foot capiz shell star to represent the Star of Bethlehem sits atop the tree bringing light, hope, and joy to mallgoers this festive season.

The highlight of the night featured mall tenants Rhett Eala, Kultura, Dona Lim, Frankie General Store, Plains & Prints, and Zarah Juan in a fashion runway show directed by Runway Productions’ Joey Espino which delighted the audience with its mix of Pinoy streetwear and formal pieces worn with whimsy and fun accessories.

SM Supermalls will continue to launch its much-awaited Christmas centerpieces all over the country, from this week towards the end of October and early November, with uniquely designed and themed trees and holiday installations that promise to delight kids of all ages in each of SM’s 84 malls.

To know more about SM Supermalls’ Christmas launches in your communities and the exciting events that await you and your families this Christmas, visit www.smsupermalls.com or visit @SMSupermalls on social media.

UNIQLO and White Mountaineering to Launch Second Collaboration Collection, Made with Recycled Materials

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO recently announced that it will launch a second collaboration collection with Japanese outdoor clothing brand White Mountaineering. This new LifeWear features recycled materials in two outerwear styles for people of all ages.

Recycled Hybrid Down Jacket

Recycled Hybrid Down Jacket

Php 4,990 (three colors available)

This jacket is filled with recycled down and feathers, sourced from used garments that customers have donated to stores. The sleeves and upper back employ padding to ensure warmth and ease of movement, while the wave quilting design enables stylish layering. The garment also features excellent water repellency and heat retention properties.

Fleece Full-Zip Long Sleeve Hoodie

Fleece Full-Zip Long Sleeve Hoodie

Php 2,990 (four colors available)

A parka that includes a fleece component made from 100% recycled polyester, combining long-layered boa fleece and a smooth-surface fleece material. The garment’s convenient features include pockets on the left chest and waist, size adjusters at the hem, and binder cuffs that make rolling up the sleeves easy.

Collection details

Launch date: Friday, October 13, 2023

Availability: Select UNIQLO stores and uniqlo.com

Sizes: Recycled Hybrid Down Jacket (S-XL) ; Fleece Full-Zip Long Sleeve Hoodie (S-XL)

Special site: https://www.uniqlo.com/ph/en/special-feature/special-collaboration/white-mountaineering/23fw 

     

*Please check the product details column on the product purchase page for the percentage of recycled material used in products.

White Mountaineering

Founder Yosuke Aizawa was born in 1977. He launched the White Mountaineering brand in 2006 after graduating from the Department of Product and Textile Design at Tama Art University. He has presented collections at Paris Fashion Week since 2016, and continues to design for various international brands. He is an affiliate professor at Tama Art University and Tohoku University of Art and Design.

About RE.UNIQLO

RE.UNIQLO is UNIQLO's initiative to recycle and reuse all of its merchandise. Through this program, UNIQLO collects garments worn by customers and distributes them to people in need around the world, including at refugee camps and in disaster-stricken areas. Unwearable clothing is recycled into fuel or materials including clothing. The Recycled Hybrid Down Jacket represents a new RE.UNIQLO initiative to recycle clothing into clothing.

About UNIQLO LifeWear

Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual’s style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. LifeWear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, more lightness, better design, and better comfort to people’s lives.

About UNIQLO and Fast Retailing

UNIQLO is a brand of Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese retail holding company with global headquarters in Tokyo, Japan. UNIQLO is the largest of eight brands in the Fast Retailing Group, the others being GU, Theory, PLST, Comptoir des Cotonniers, Princesse tam.tam, J Brand and Helmut Lang. With global sales of approximately 2.77 trillion yen for the 2023 fiscal year ending August 31, 2023 (US $18.92 billion, calculated in yen using the end of August 2023 rate of $1 = 146.2 yen), Fast Retailing is one of the world’s largest apparel retail companies, and UNIQLO is Japan’s leading specialty retailer. 

UNIQLO continues to open large-scale stores in some of the world's most important cities and locations, as part of its ongoing efforts to solidify its status as a global brand. Today the company has a total of more than 2,400 UNIQLO stores across the world, including Japan, Asia, Europe and North America. The total number of stores across Fast Retailing's brands is now close to 3,600.

With a corporate statement committed to changing clothes, changing conventional wisdom and change the world, Fast Retailing is dedicated to creating great clothing with new and unique value to enrich the lives of people everywhere.  For more information about UNIQLO and Fast Retailing, please visit www.uniqlo.com and www.fastretailing.com.

Experience Tokyo's Izakaya Culture at the Lemon-Dou™ Vibrant Food and Fun Fest

Prepare to be whisked away on a gastronomic adventure to the Land of the Rising Sun, right here at home. Lemon-Dou™ invites you to ‘Lemon-Dou: Discover Izakaya’ - a vibrant food and fun fest that brings the heart of Japan to your doorstep. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Japanese culture and cuisine, all without the need for a passport.

Introduced in 2021 as Coca-Cola Philippines’ first foray into the alcoholic drinks segment, Lemon-Dou has captured the hearts and palates of many Filipinos. A refreshing, full-bodied chūhai (a canned alcoholic drink) that bursts with the zest of whole crushed lemons, infused in alcohol, and mixed with fizzy bubbles, Lemon-Dou offers three variants in 320ml cans: Honey Lemon (3% ABV), Signature Lemon (5% ABV), and Devil Lemon (9% ABV). Since its launch, it has become an ideal companion for Filipinos of legal drinking age who crave unique-tasting beverages and distinct Japanese flavors.

So, for those legally allowed to drink, mark your calendars on October 21 – step into the world of Lemon-Dou and be transported to an Izakaya in Tokyo, one bite and sip of a cool, crisp can of Lemon-Dou at a time. Happening at Burgos Park in Bonifacio Global City, a full experience of the vibrant world of Japanese culture awaits.

Savor the exquisite flavors of Japan’s oishi bar chow and dishes, and fully immerse in the charm of Japanese art, music, and entertainment at ‘Lemon-Dou: Discover Izakaya’. From kawaii fashion and captivating arts and crafts to cultural performances and dances, Lemon-Dou has curated an experience that will make you feel as if you've been transported straight to Japan!  

Adding a dash of culinary flair to your adventure, Lemon-Dou ambassador and renowned food influencer, Erwan Heussaff, along with the Filipinos’ favorite internet chef and ninong, Ninong Ry, will share their passion for Japanese cuisine. These culinary masters are set to craft an izakaya experience that is truly one-of-a-kind.

Get ready to experience the true essence of Japanese hospitality and culinary artistry, right at the Lemon-Dou: Discover Izakaya happening on October 21.  

To learn more, follow Lemon-Dou Philippines on Facebook and Instagram.

 

 

About Coca-Cola Philippines
Coca-Cola has been refreshing Filipinos and making a difference in the Philippines for 110 years. The Philippines was Coca-Cola’s first market in Asia to begin local bottling operations. Today, the Coca-Cola system in the Philippines has evolved into a total beverage company, offering a diverse portfolio of brands in its beverage portfolio and employing over 10,000 Filipinos in over 20 manufacturing facilities and more than 70 distribution centers nationwide. As part of its long-standing commitment to the country, Coca-Cola continues to go beyond good as a business by continuously supporting safe water access programs in over 250 communities, empowering women entrepreneurs nationwide through training and peer mentoring, and accelerating packaging collection and recycling under its global World Without Waste initiative.