By Jake Ramirez
Philippine Daily Inquirer

WITH two weeks to go before Christmas, shopping is becoming more and more a pressure, not a therapy. Here are suggested destinations for one-stop, worry-free shopping.  Read More »

By Apples Aberin Sadhwani
Philippine Daily Inquirer

ACCORDING to Elle.com, Muccia Prada described lace as the most important fabric in a woman’s life, accompanying her at birth, marriage, death and many milestones in between.

It’s no wonder the Prada designer centered her 2008 Fall collection around this fabric. Other influential designers and brands (Giorgio Armani, La Perla, Derek Lam and Erin Fetherston) also used it for their collections. r

By Kinny Salas
Philippine Daily Inquirer

IN US malls, I automatically looked for the cosmetic items and body care products not available in the Philippines.

My first stop was Bath & Body Works where I hoarded the limited-edition Christmas special Vanilla Bean Noel line, which was a very-foody vanilla even more potent than L’Occitane’s now-discontinued Vanilla Eau de Toilette. Read More »

By Mirella Santiago
ProudlyFilipina.com

Christmas is almost here. I can already hear the groans of moms, ninangs, and aunts who are already feeling the economic crunch. Gift-giving this coming Yuletide season will be an additional burden for their stressed-out pocket books.

But Christmas does not have to add a wrinkle to the Pinay’s kutis porcelana (porcelain complexion). It is after all a time of joy that should be focused on Jesus, the reason for the season. We however, cannot escape from the traditional gift-giving. Gifts are just meant to show we care and that we remember those who are important to us. Read More »

by Mirella Santiago
ProudlyFilipina.com

Christmas is a great season to exercise one’s creativity. Both for making something with your hands and for finding a gift that will not burn a hole in your pocket. This recycled mayonnaise jar is not just earth-friendly, it is also easy to make and, most importantly, inexpensive. Put nuts, candies, cookies, bracelets, hankies, socks, small make-up items, hair clips and anything that will fit inside. Be resourceful, be original, be peso-wise. Read More »

By Charles E. Buban

TECH ENTHUSIASTS
Like me tend to enjoy wondering which latest gadgets will make great gifts this season. Some are indulgences, yes, but what better time of year to dream such dreams.

This writer put together a list—10 items and in no particular order—to show you what’s out there for this season of giving (prices are listed, although you may be able to haggle for a better price once in the store). Read More »

By Ria Francisco-Prieto
Philippine Daily Inquirer

MOST of my friends are done with their Christmas shopping. I wish I were, too, but I’ve just finished buying gifts for the kids and have no clue what to give the adults.

The deal with my close friends is, we just ask each other what we really need. This means products we would normally buy but would also love to get as presents, since that way we won’t have to shell out money. Being practical about things these days is something you shouldn’t be ashamed of. Read More »

PEOPLE who are always on the go would naturally want the gadgets and gizmos that they carry all the time to be small, light and portable. Fortunately, there’s a new notebook that  fits the bill: the ultra-portable yet power-packed and stylish MacBook Air. Read More »

Christmas this year comes as times get hard for everyone, even those who think they have enough to ride out the storm. That being the case, we have to make sure every centavo, every peso we spend, is well worth the effort we had to exert to earn it. Aware of the challenges of today, Nokia makes life just a little easier for everyone by giving more for every buck you spend. Read More »