Fab Filipino Flavor IV: NOYP Laptop Sleeves

NOYP (pronounced noy-pee) is one of my fave laptop sleeve brands--and it's proudly Pinoy! Owner Carlo Pamandanan says the laptop sleeves are all locally made. You've got to see the actual sleeves to truly appreciate them, though. The designs and craftsmanship are definitely world-class. Check out the new collection below and see why Pinoys should grab NOYP!

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This was the first NOYP sleeve I bought. The leopard print was already available last year, but it's too cute to phase out! I love mine so much that when I saw a pair of ballet flats that MATCHED it, I snapped them up right away!

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My zebra print-loving classmate Arky would looooove these, especially the black and white version with pink lining. My pick is the khaki and black zebra print because it's really easy to match with my wardrobe!

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Dress up your laptops in fun and colorful sleeve designs such as the Retrogirl and Sir Paul Stripes!

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Here's another one of my favorites--the green python. It looks very sophisticated, and the best part is it's faux. (The real thing creeps me out!)

For more products and information on how to order, visit http://getnoyp.multiply.com. Your laptops will be in for cushioned comfort, protection and style with NOYP laptop sleeves!

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Style Icon: Hayden Panettiere

Heroes star Hayden Panettiere is a ray of sunshine!


She sports outfits that are perfect for the season, with her bright smile and easy breezy ensembles. Allow her to give you ideas on how to build your summer wardrobe.

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A short cotton dress with puffed sleeves looks trendy and cute but is very easy to wear. Choose summer-y colors such as green, orange and yellow.

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If you're going to the mall and you want to wear shorts, you might get a bit cold with the air conditioning. A light-colored cardigan with breathable fabric paired with denim shorts will keep you nice and comfy. Ditch the heels for flipflops or ballet flats.

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One of my ultimate favorite pieces for the summer (and, well, all year round) is the loose top. It's as comfortable as my favorite oversized shirts that I wear at home, but the difference is it looks very sassy! Laid-back chic is hot, hot, hot!

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Hayden wears orange well with shoes and accessories that aren't orange, for starters. This summer, wear t-shirt dresses in textured cotton fabrics. You can even wear a dress like Hayden's on a night out. Add heels and a clutch (or Tiramisu's glitter bag!) and you're good to go.

You gotta love her style. Breeze through a sunny summer with pieces that are as cool as Hayden's!

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Have Your Tiramisu and Wear It, Too!

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These little treats look yummy, all right. Feast your eyes on lots of arm candy at Tiramisu & Co.!

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The Tiramisu Caddies are great for toting just about anything--from your beach essentials to your little pets! Mix and match caddies in lemon yellow, white, aqua, hot pink and citrus with your outfits.

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Party hard this summer with the Glitter Doctor's Bag. With this, you won't have to squeeze in your night-out essentials into a teeny tiny clutch!

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The Jewel Purse, on the other hand, is perfect for the lady who still prefers to lug around a more compact bag on nights out. Sleek and sexy.

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Rev yourself up to get right back to work after your vacation with these stylish bags that are great for school or the office. Get lots of room with the Tiramisu Steamer (black) and Tiramisu Satchel (white--also available in other colors).

Tiramisu & Co. is available at the following stores:

1. MAUD, Archaeology, Power Plant Mall

2. Peppered Cherry, 2/F Serendra, Bonifacio Global City

3. F*ART, K-D cor. K-1st, Kamuning, Quezon City

4. SUEÑO, Filmore St., Makati City

Check out their site, http://tiramisubags.multiply.com/ for more information. Better grab your picks quick before they fly off the shelves!

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Business Unusual

Tired of your same old corporate outfits? Mix things up and step into the office in style with these ensembles that'll make you look forward to going to work even more!

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Trade in your blah blazer for a cropped, structured one like Duerr's waiter jacket. It's just as polished, but far from boring. Wear it over a crisp white sleeveless oxford shirt and slacks or a pencil skirt.

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For a softer, more feminine look, throw a cardigan over a ruffly top. If you're going for cocktails after work, you can just take off the sweater, let your hair down, put on a little bit more gloss and you're all set!

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Instead of the plain shirtdress, pick out one with interesting details that aren't too trendy, like the black belted shirtdress above with the quirky (but not too far out) sleeves.

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Another option that's a lot less warm than a blazer or a cardigan would be a vest. Wear it over an oxford shirt--long- or even short-sleeved, like the one above. Cropped trousers are a hot climate-friendly alternative to the regular long slacks, too. Keep your outfit looking corporate with a pair of closed shoes like pumps instead of open-toed sandals, which might make the outfit look too casual.




Adding great style to good work ethic gives you plus points in the workplace, so it sure won't hurt to dress to impress!

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Fab Filipino Flavor III: Istilong Kayumanggi

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Here is another brand that'll make you want to buy local: Istilong Kayumanggi.

These spunky creations will jazz up your summer wardrobe. Dress up your basic pieces with Istilong Kayumanggi's dazzling dangling earrings and long, quirky necklaces.

You can get all the designs you want because they're very affordable. What you should be worried about is availability as some of their pieces are one-of-a-kind! Here are my picks from their current collection:

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Basic tops and casual sundresses won't look so plain anymore with a pair of these dangling earrings! I love the combination of copper or gold with wooden beads.

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Their beaded necklaces are stunning. You can also dress up your basic outfits with beautiful long necklaces, single or layered, but keep your ears simple with stud earrings. These will also work perfectly with tube tops or dresses to keep yourself from looking too bare.

I'm definitely buying the necklace on the upper left. Hurry--check out http://istilongkayumanggi.multiply.com/ and place your orders on your picks before somebody beats you to it!

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2008 Resort Collections: Tropical Punch

Now that I've found lots of excuses to wear black over the summer, let's move on to the season's real staples--it's time for fruity, punchy colors!

These hues are forever present in resort collections--yes, even black-and-white-loving Chanel--for a good reason: they brighten up your wardrobe.

Check out what the hottest labels and designers have dished up for you:

(L-R) Dresses from Ralph Lauren and John Galliano

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Lots of yellow have dominated runway resort collections from lemon yellow to light goldenrod, such as the dresses above. On the left is a ruffly number from Ralph Lauren and on the right is a very flowy and feminine piece from John Galliano.

Pieces from Oscar de la Renta

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My ultimate favorites in yellow are the dresses and swimsuit cover-up from Oscar de la Renta's collection. A short version of the cover-up would suit petite frames better. Yellow with a little bit of black looks divine. The yellow and white ensemble above is dainty and very cool on the eyes.

Pieces from Badgley Mischka

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The florals in Badgley Mischka's collection are gorgeous. They're not your typical floral prints. The red and white coverup is both sexy and sweet, while the coral pink dress with the subtle floral detail is absolutely lovely. The soft textures of both pieces exude relaxed chicness.

Dress and accessories from Chanel
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What is summer without a burst of orange? Chanel adds color to its resort collection with orange accessories such as the cute headscarf, belt and strappy heels. If I wore this outfit, however, I'd use a thin, matte orange belt and swap the heels for strappy flats.

Dress from Christian Dior
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This blue paisley one-shoulder dress from Christian Dior is very pretty without looking too girly-girl.

Pieces from Marc Jacobs

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Just by looking at these photos, I can almost feel the thin, breathable fabrics on these pieces from Marc Jacobs in different shades of purple. I would love to have dresses like these as cover-ups.

There you have it. May your summer be merry and bright! ;)

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2008 Resort Collections: Black(!) and White

Sometimes I feel like a fashion rule-breaker in the Philippines when I wear black in the summer (or any other day in our tropical weather, for that matter.) Black pieces—from clothes to shoes and bags—fill almost half of my closet. I suppose it just comes down to the fabric and the cuts.

Well, this brings me to my new finds. I was browsing through the 2008 Resort Collections of my favorite designers, and absolutely loved these:

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Leave it to Diane von Furstenberg to create dresses in black and white and black and cream prints for resort wear. The tie-neck and plain halter designs of the dresses are very chic.

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This Marc Jacobs dress looks very couture and would be perfect for cocktails and other semi-formal gatherings.

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This Ralph Lauren dress is very sleek and sophisticated, but it looks casual enough for a day at the mall or a summer trip. With its neckline and breathable fabric, a dress like this wouldn’t look or feel warm at all.

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Of course, there are black swimsuits that will always be perfect for the summer, like this Chanel maillot. Channel Posh Spice by adding black sunglasses and a black wide-rimmed floppy hat and prepare yourself for a stylish summer getaway.

Guess I really won’t be ignoring that part of my closet this season!

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