1st HLA Store in the PHL opens in Robinsons Manila
ROBINSONS Manila has opened the first concept store of HLA, which specializes in men鈥檚 fast fashion, in the Philippines. The branch joins the over 6,000 HLA stores spanning the globe. HLA offers high-quality and well-designed men鈥檚 apparel and accessories at reasonable prices. HLA鈥檚 product suite goes from timeless staples for daily wear to suave corporate ensembles and from sharp formal attire to a wide selection of socks and shoes. The new HLA store can be found at Level 1 Midtown, Robinsons Manila.
Puma collaborates with Ripndip and Lord Nermal
PUMA has linked up with Lord Nermal and his pals at Ripndip in a new collaboration that offers a range of apparel and footwear featuring custom graphics across some of Puma鈥檚 core silhouettes. Ripndip is a brand known for its mascot Lord Nermal the cat and its playful and provocative approach to both streetwear and skateboarding. It is one of the hypebeast streetwear labels, with flagship stores in Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. This partnership鈥檚 apparel offerings are centered around cut-and-sew garments like the matching twill shirt and twill pants, adorned with a playful allover pattern featuring Ripndip tags, Lord Nermal, and flash designs throughout. There are also hoodie and sweatpants, plus three unique graphic T-shirts featuring custom designs created by Puma and Ripndip. Select pieces show Lord Nermal as he pounces into action, evolving into Puma鈥檚 cat logo. The footwear side includes two playful versions of the Suede and two additional takes on the Slipstream, all with mischievous depictions of Nermal. The collaboration includes Puma鈥檚 own take on a basecamp slipper, the Tuff Plus. Lastly, the collaboration鈥檚 accessories are a backpack, cap, and a beanie featuring Nermal peeking over the brim. PUMA x RIPNDIP is now available at the Puma stores at Glorietta 3, Main Wing Shangri-La, Eastwood Mall, and at the newly opened shop at the Venice Grand Canal Mall, McKinley Hill. The collection can also be purchased online at PUMA.com and RIPNDIP.com.
Luminisce unveils Syndeo HydraFacial skin care system
LUMINISCE Holistic Skin Innovations is introducing the Syndeo HydraFacial, an advanced non-invasive facial treatment that cleanses, extracts, and hydrates the skin in one procedure. It uses patented hydradermabrasion and vortex technology alongside unique serums. Customizable according to skin types, Syndeo HydraFacial covers three procedures: it deeply cleanses and exfoliates with a gentle peel to uncover a new layer of skin; it removes impurities from pores with painless gentle suction; and it saturates the skin鈥檚 surface with intense moisturizers and nourishing, personalized ingredients. At Luminisce, a trained HydraFacial expert operates the device and ensures a safe, soothing, and effective experience for clients throughout the 30- to 60-minute procedure. The sleek new system also has a digital focus. Through a smart interface, therapists can personalize treatments according to a client鈥檚 skin needs and preferences and access protocol guidance on screen. This is all done through touchless gesture control features, ensuring the highest standards of hygiene with less hand-to-surface contact. Syndeo HydraFacial鈥檚 cloud-based software allows therapists to keep track of a client鈥檚 treatment history and skin concerns. To book a consultation with a Luminisce dermatologist, call 0977-804-4601 or e-mail [email protected]. For details visit Luminisce鈥檚 website at
M&S鈥檚 Angel Bra for a girl鈥檚 first bra
AN ADOLESCENT鈥橲 first bra is a key moment of their life. It should fit just right, have no wire support as her body is still growing, and it must be made from soft, comfortable and breathable fabrics. Marks & Spencer (M&S) now carries Angel bras, meant for girls and teens, in its Glorietta 4, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, and Mall of Asia branches. Angel bras are made from sustainably sourced cotton and super-soft fabrics with smooth seams for maximum comfort. Marks & Spencer stores offer the BraFit service wherein trained staff will assist the youngster in getting the perfect bra by measuring the band and cup size. The service is completely free, not just for teens but for adults as well. The consultation is free. It鈥檚 a good idea to be measured every six months or so as the young person鈥檚 body shape will keep changing.
Youngji Lee is Coach鈥檚 new global ambassador
COACH has announced that artist and rapper Youngji Lee is its new global ambassador 鈥 the first ever hailing from Korea. To launch the partnership, Youngji Lee will be featured in Coach鈥檚 Fall 2023 campaign. Youngji rose to cultural prominence after becoming the youngest and first female winner of reality TV series High School Rapper, and three years later was the first female rapper in 11 seasons to win hit rap competition Show Me the Money. 鈥淵oungji Lee captures Coach鈥檚 Courage to Be Real message of embracing all aspects of who you are with confidence so you can inspire others to do the same,鈥 said Coach in a press release. 鈥淚鈥檓 thrilled to be an ambassador for Coach, a brand that I enjoy wearing and that inspires me,鈥 said Youngji Lee in the same press release. 鈥淚 can鈥檛 wait to share what we鈥檝e been working on together and excited to continue to share my story as part of our collaborations.鈥
COS鈥 Autumn Winter collection honors design roots
TO promote COS鈥 Autumn Winter 2023 collection, it is launching a seasonal campaign that 鈥減ays homage to the brand鈥檚 design roots, introducing a fresh approach to timeless style, led by an uncompromised dedication to craftsmanship, fine detail, and modern tailoring,鈥 said a company press release. Singer-songwriter and producer Kelela, musician, singer-songwriter, and actor Curtis Harding, and actors Will Poulter and Havana Rose Liu, have been enlisted alongside models Am别虂rica Gonz补虂lez, Vika Evseeva, Dara Gueye, Taemin Park, and Selena Forrest for the campaign which has been photographed by Daniel Jackson. This season鈥檚 collection features strong shoulders, tailored fits, kick flares, and slouched menswear trousers. Further reinventing classic tailoring, methods of deconstruction and reconstruction form unexpected silhouettes; low-waisted trousers with turn-over waistbands meet cropped, raw-edged jackets, while traditionally formal pinstripes drape asymmetrically, creating modern proportions. Nature inspires the season鈥檚 palette; soothing neutrals in natural oatmeal complement tones of camel and brown alongside bespoke floral designs. Exploring contrasts, smooth finishes meet textured shearling, while intricate embroidery and quilting techniques enhance unique leather accessories.
Avon promises better skin in 7 days
AVON is introducing its new Anew Renewal Power Eye Cream, which is a 鈥渂reakthrough product鈥 that 鈥渋nstantly blurs and brightens the total eye area while lines and wrinkles are smoothened and reduced over time,鈥 the company said in a press release. It explains that the new Anew Renewal Power Eye Cream 鈥渉arnesses light diffusion technology which instantly blurs and brightens the whole eye area. This also helps reduce puffiness and helps the skin around the eyes look fresh and well-rested.鈥 It says that continued use of the eye cream, whose main ingredient is Protinol, 鈥渟timulates the production of better-quality collagen to restore years of collagen loss in just seven days,鈥 according to a couple of in-clinic trials. The Anew Renewal Power Eye Cream is meant to be paired with the Anew Renewal Power Serum, which also contains Protinol, along with Niacinamide which helps renew skin at the surface. The eye cream is available for P699 while the serum costs P1,099. Both are available through Avon Representatives or online at , Lazada, and Shopee.
Tommy Hilfiger鈥檚 new campaign focuses on family, friends
TOMMY Hilfiger, which is owned by PVH Corp., brings the brand back to its roots for Fall 2023 with a marketing campaign reinterpreting its inclusive perspective on family; red, white and blue DNA; and optimistic take on modern Americana. The multi-generational cast features the families and friends of Quincy Jones, SZA, Paloma Elsesser, Amber Valletta, and Devon and Steve Aoki who wear the new Tommy Hilfiger Fall 2023 collection 鈥 characterized by timeless prep styles and Classic American Cool. 鈥淭his campaign is an all-out celebration of our brand values of belonging and inclusivity with a focus on family,鈥 says Tommy Hilfiger. 鈥淲e鈥檝e brought together a cast of uniquely talented friends and family whose deep bonds and unwavering support of one another reminds me of the powerful relationships I have with my loved ones.鈥 Outerwear is at the heart of the collection with the New York puffer offering a modern perspective to the original puffers of the 1990s. Taking a contemporary look at heritage styles and archival silhouettes, established brand signatures are given a playful remix across the collection, including the original Tommy Tartan, red, white and blue, global stripe, and TH Monogram. The Fall 2023 collection will be available on tommy.com, in Tommy Hilfiger stores worldwide, and through select wholesale partners throughout the season.
