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| Indigenous
ideas |
| Giving ethnic
products as gifts can make a difference because things
that embody the creativity and craftmanship of indigenous
people are unique and because they would go a long way
in preserving old tradition and culture. Of course, such
crafts are not mere decoratives. They are functional.
Take the case of the tribal crafts presented during the
Linang Festival last Oct. 28-31. The exhibit — which
the the Regional Operations Group of the Department of
Trade and Industry organized to to create greater awareness,
appreciation, and respect for the indigenous peoples —
featured handicrafts of tribal communities from Luzon
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| Wood
carving, cigar container and a Kalinga blouse |
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Mangyan tapis and abaca cloths. |
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sungkaan and small baskets. |
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| A
Mangyan garment and bamboo wine holder. |
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native bed, beddings and pillows. |
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brass jar, wooden chests and a rattan seat. |
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| Suot
n Abubot |
| SHEER
excitement |
It
was a night supposedly reserved for avant-garde designer
Armando Fabia and his army of ravishing models as they
plotted to take everyone to their boudoir of steaming
lingerie collection that cold, windy night. But as everyone
was gasping for breath feeling conquered and vanquished
by the enthralling sight of skimpily-clad models, the
enigmatic and enchanting as ever Celia Rodriguez marched
down the ramp in a very queenly fashion outshining everyone
on stage.
Primeworks Intermedia, Inc. couldn’t
have asked for a more fitting finale for such a great
presentation. |
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| Hair
masters |
| L’Oreal
contest shows best Filipino hairdressers |
L’Oreal,
the French brand of hairstyling products famous
worldwide, holds the Color Trophy Awards every year
in different countries to pick the best hairstylists
on Earth. The latest Philippine edition of the event
held at the EDSA Shangri-la hotel last Oct. 21 was
the fourth of such kind.
The hairdressing-cum-fashion
show presented only the finalists or 15 of the hundreds
of Filipino participants, who submitted entries
to Paris-based hairstyle fashion experts for judging.
The entries were colored photos of hairstyles done
on a model.
Local judges then picked
the winners from among the 15 finalists based on
the creative use and application of L’Oreal
Professionel hair color, creative cutting and styling,
look (it should appeal to Filipinas), overall presentation
and face or body makeup.
Danni Catalbas of Emphasis
Salon won the grand prize for his creative cut on
model Noelle Alvear. Danni received the prestigious
Color Trophy sculpture and plaque, a trip to Australia,
a salon exposure tour of Australia and extensive
media coverage (like this one).
The first runner-up was
Rolly Evangelista of Hairbytes-Podium. Second runner-up
was Fred Peñales of Lucy Britanico. The Editor’s
Choice Award was Patrick Rosas of Arms. The runner-ups
won plaques and a trip to Thailand and Hong Kong.
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| Danni
Catalbas of Emphasis Salon (right) won the grand
prize for his creative cut on model Noelle Alvear. |
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other finalists were Francis Quinones of Piandre Salon-Ortigas,
Rene Lopez of Fix Bench Salon, Lito Preclaro of Hairbytes-Gamboa,
Leonard Vasquez of Jesi Mendez-Galleria, Rodrigo Galino
iof B&B Salon, Willy dela Vega of Willy dela Vega
Salon, Anthony Erlano of David’s Salon-SM Centerpoint,
Joni Maclang of David’s Salon-Galleria, Santi Layam
of Headzone, Mac Inigo-Labay of Basecut Salon-Libis and
Ma. Rachelle Aguila of H Salon. They won plaques and a
complete education program at the L’Oreal Academie
in Mandaluyong.
Other highlights of the gay galore
were an on-stage hairstyling demos by Eric Zemmour, creative
head of the prestigious Paris-Based Haute Coiffure Francaise
and the thematic hair and fashion show from local and
foreign models. |
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| First
runner-up Rolly Evangelista of Hairbytes-Podium
with his model. |
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runner-up Fred Peñales of Lucy Britanico
with model. |
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| Editor’s
Choice Patrick Rosas of Arms with his feathery model. |
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finalists’ models. |
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| French
hairdresser Eric Zemmour demonstrates his cutting
style on stage with awesome results. |
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models show why Parisian hairdressers are the best
in the world. |
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| David
Charlton: Taking care of beauty business |
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At
David’s Salon, it’s purely business.
The business of beauty that’s it. ‘Coz
the moment you step inside any branch of David Charlton’s
world-renowned salon, you get the chance to avail
of any of his famed beauty treatment, from the tip
of your hair to the tip of your toes.
David started with hairdressing even before migrating
to the Philippines in 1978 at the age of 21. Bet
you would not believe he actually started working
on hair at a the tender age of 12 at his uncle’s
salon in England!
Armed with the technical
and social skills, he managed the famed Rever Salon
at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Makati. By the
time the salon’s original owners decided |
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Salon, one experiences the elegance of its classique
interior design plus superior services at C plus
prices. |
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to relocate
to Hongkong in 1981, David quickly jumped on the guns
and bought Rever.
David initially thought of expanding
Rever. |
From the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, he acquired another
branch at the Ali Mall in 1982, then another one
at Sheraton in 1983, the Philippine Plaza in 1990,
the QC Pavillion in Cebu in 1992 and finally in
Galleria Suites in 1994. However, Rever caters only
to the A market.
It was then that David visualized the potentials
of the expanding middle-income market. Thus, in
1989, he put up the first of what would become a
chain of David’s Salon. And today, after a
little over a decade, he now has 153 David’s
Salon branches scattered allover the country.
When asked to what his success
could be attributed to, he merely replied quality
services brought about by direct hand management
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| (Clockwise
above, left) A therapeutic massage that combines
Swedish and shiatsu techniques with a custom blend
of essential oils that refreshes and relaxes the
skin. A staff being taught the proper way of giving
hair rebonding. Steam therapy. Vichy shower. |
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| Ricky
Reyes gives new life to hair |
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After
setting the trend in hair straightening with StraightPerm,
top hairdresser Ricky Reyes introduces another beauty
breakthrough called Hair Reborn.
Hair Reborn will put to
rest all myths about hot oil treatment. Contrary
to common perceptions that hot oil makes the hair
shiny and alive, Ricky said that it doesn’t
do anything for the hair because it is more of a
scalp treatment. He, however emphasized that hair,
just like the scalp, needs “caring”
as it is exposed to different elements in the environment
like the sun, the wind, the heat of the hairdryer
and other chemicals used for its treatment.
A new technology that is
a first here in the Philippines, Hair Reborn brings
with it the promise of a hair that is alive and
soft, something that cannot be achieved through
simple shampooing and conditioning or any other
process.
Hair Reborn works best on
any kind of hair - colored, |
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treated, damaged
or even the healthy ones, straight or curly, of any texture
and style. It makes use of special protein-based ingredients
that are applied and ironed on the hair. The heat enables
the vitamins and minerals to penetrate the cortex of the
hair to make it healthier and more spirited. The result
is also long-lasting, unlike in hot oil.
Ricky Reyes has been known to
pioneer not only hairstyles but also hair solutions. In
the ‘80s, he introduced the Crazy Colors and the
Crazy Curls (remember the zigzag and the spiral?) that
instantly became a trend. In the ‘90s, Ricky brought
in the “cellophane” technology, which is the
forerunner of Hair Reborn. Last year, StraightPerm set
the trend for all other hair straightening procedures
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Prof.
Gomez is a Chinese astrologist, who uses the Four
Pillars, balancing the heavenly stems and earthly
branches of the day, month, year and time we were
born. He’s destined to solve love, business,
career and health problems in our lives. His office
is located at the 2nd floor of Payawal Building,
No. 556 Quezon Blvd., Quiapo, Manila. For consultation,
you may call him at (02)736-3704 or at 0917-9296841. |
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| Horse
1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002 |
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Witty
and gorgeous, you feel also groggy when life
is easy. Chances all around. |
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Goat
1955,1967,1979,1991 |
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Smooth
tray to prosperity and good career. Try to
solve your problems about love because it
will be more complicated next month. |
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Monkey
1956,1968,1980,1992 |
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Profitable
and full of happiness. Get help from friendly
people nearby to solve problems. Trying hard
will bring good fortune. |
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Rooster
1957,1969,1981,1993 |
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Take
good care of money and be accountable. Need
help from friends to solve financial problems.
Be honest and careful. |
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Dog
1958,1970,1982,1994 |
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Be
faithful and honorable. Will overcome all
kinds of trouble. Beware of theft and illness.
Honesty will bring a lucky star. |
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Pig
1959,1971,1983,1995 |
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Be
humble and kind to others. Will stay away
from unnecessary troubles. High scoring and
good achievement can be made. But know the
people around you. |
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Rat
1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996 |
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Love
affairs may bring bad luck. Be faithful and
honest. Will find true love. Beware being
a guarantor of any kind. Stay calm. Being
careful will bring good fortune. |
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Ox
1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997 |
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Stay
away from crowd and harmful areas. Have friendly
people to help you out. |
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Tiger
1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998 |
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Solar
light has brightened the month but comes the
star of loneliness. Concentrate and be honest
to your spouse. Cheerful family relations
will bring prosperity and good health. |
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Rabbit
1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999 |
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This
month has power and good fortune. Smooth course
for most affairs, being housed with the host
star. Beware of damages. |
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Dragon
1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000 |
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Be
patient and be careful with your health because
this month will be the best time for business
plans. |
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Snake
1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001 |
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Have
some help from others and help others too.
Listen to the opinions of older people. Marriage
or new born baby will bring luck. |
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