Irresistible Eye Candies

I am self-confessed accessories junkie, to the point that I started creating unique pieces for myself and eventually made it into a business since people would buy what I am wearing (thus HeartSpeak was born). Still, I lust after gorgeous eye-candies that I can't make on my own.

Black onyx with purple and pink agate

I scored these babies at a bazaar at World Trade Center last December as Christmas gifts for myself. Quite a splurge, I admit, but the satisfaction I feel and admiration I get every time I wear them reminds me that the spending was worth it.

Black onyx with yellow jade, tiger eye and sea green agate

Made of authentic semi-precious stones set in 14k gold-plated brass, these can be worn on a matching chunky chain or a satin tie. These are almost the size of an adult's open palm and big girls like me can carry it well. The seller manufactures them at her factory in Cebu and are for export only, with the exemption of pieces they displayed at Manila Fame and the World Bazaar Festival.

Hopefully I can find a good jewel smith to help me re-create these so I can make the accessories more accessible to you here in Manila.

Filed under FINDS

F is for FEVER...

Shopping fever at FOREVER 21...November 25 to December 4. Enough said. Time to shop. :)

Filed under FINDS

PFW S/S 2012: GUESS Goes Young & Sexy

GUESS, a brand I grew up, joined the Philippine Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2012 for its first show with a young and sexy vibe.

The simple but well-lighted runway was already a sight to behold even before the fashion show started. After a brief message from Guess Philippines' vice president Anthony Courchet, the runway came to life with a spectacular display of lights and a hip-grinding party music provided by model/deejay Sanya Smith.

Guess Philippines' vice president Anthony Courchet

The all-American brand known for its edgy apparel and accessories, GUESS presented its new "Lights, Camera...Fashion" collection that was inspired by a party vibe and complements the brand's fun and sexy energy. Fashionable and wearable, GUESS' Spring/Summer 2012 collection is definitely trend-defining in great colors: blacks, grays, whites and reds.

GUESS: young and sexy

The women's collection highlighted two key denim fits: the flare and the cropped cigarette leg, paired with romantic blouses and platform shoes. For the men's collection, the stars were washed out indigo and colorful plaid shirts which can be paired with denim basics. There were also lots of chunky knit cardigans and sweaters, graphic tees plus a lot of stylish accessories -- handbags, footwear, watches, eye wear, jewelry, belts and small leather goods.

To wrap up the show and lock-in the theme, popular actors, singers and models sashayed the runway, among them were R&B singer Jay-R; newbie singer and showbiz royalty Zia Quizon; actress and endorser Maxene Magalona; model John Hall; up and coming talents Jamilla Obispo and Tippy Dos Santos; and model siblings Paolo and Bubbles Paraiso, among others.

(l-r): Zia Quizon and Maxene Magalona

(l-r): Jay-R and Jamilla Obispo

(l-r): Bubbles and Paolo Paraiso

Because all went well, GUESS's first PFW show ended fabulously with an after-party where yummy cocktails were served as the young and hip crowd gyrated to club music.

Filed under SHOWS and FASHION

Forever 21 Weekend Sale

Girl friends unite and head over to Forever 21 SM Makati to get first dibs on their 3-day sale from August 19 to 21.

Aside from huge discounts, F21 has special deals for early birds, BDO credit card holders and Forever 21 Mastercard holders.

On Friday, August 19, from 10 am to 12 noon, take advantage of 10% discount on regular priced items when you present your SM Advantage, BDO Rewards or SM Prestige cards at the cashier. Get 20% discount on regular items if you use your SM Advantage, BDO Rewards or SM Prestige cards together with your Forever 21 Mastercard with a minimum transaction of P5,000, net of discounts.

For those who won't make it early on Friday, you can still avail of 10% discount on regular priced items until Sunday, August 21, when you use your Forever 21 Mastercard with a minimum transaction of P5,000, net of discounts. Those who will use their BDO credit card will get 5% rebate for their purchases.

Want to get your hands on the merchandises real early? Forever 21 Mastercard holders can get inside the store as early as 8:30 am. Just present the credit card together with a valid ID. Sorry but only one person per card will be allowed.

Ain't this weekend fabulous?

Check out F21's sneak preview album of the items for the 3-day sale on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/forever21ph)

HeartSpeak at the One Bazaar, One Christmas, One La Salle event

HeartSpeak items will be on sale at Bianca Lapus' booth.

The De La Salle College of Saint Benilde Alumni Association or DLS-CSBAA will be having a two-day trade fair entitled, "One Bazaar, One Christmas, One La Salle" on November 25 and 26, Tuesday and Wednesday at the A.Venue Hall in Makati Avenue, Makati City.

Apart from its desire to create camaraderie among La Salle Schools and Chapters, DLS-CBAA also aims is to raise funds for the One La Salle campaign (both for the one million trees and 20% sustained scholarships) through this project.

The "One Bazaar, One Christmas, One La Salle" will be divided into six lanes:

Go Green! (entrepreneurs and business people)

Green Thumb (environmental-friendly products)

Greener Pastures (job opportunities)

Green Room (workshops and seminars)

Think Green! (christmas gift ideas)

That's Green-tertainment! (celebrity lane)

HeartSpeak at the Grand International Celebrity and Charity Bazaar

HeartSpeak items will be on sale at the Party Island booth of Bianca Lapus. The Grand International Celebrity and Charity Bazaar will be held at the World Trade Center, Pasay City from November 21 to 23, from 10 am to 9 pm.

Ticket sales proceeds will go to Bantay Bata and the DZMM Medical Missions.

See you there!

HeartSpeak at Cubao Expo Holiday Bazaar

HeartSpeak will be joining the Cubao Expo Holiday Bazaar on November 15 & 29, from 3 pm till midnight. Items not posted in the site will be for sale plus favorite HeartSpeak creations.

Hope to see you there for affordable holiday shopping. :)

HeartSpeak's 1st Year Anniversary

Yes! HeartSpeak is one year old in Multiply this March 16.

To all my contacts, clients and friends, a heartfelt thanks for the support you've given me and HeartSpeak the past year, that helped the brand reach its 1st year anniversary online. I've also reached my 800th contact today and my contacts keep on growing.

Again, thank you very much and HeartSpeak will continuously bring unique and quality fashion accessories for you. See you soon at bazaars. :)

HeartSpeak Joins Robinson's Galleria 3-Day Sale

Yes, HeartSpeak is putting on sale unique and fashionable accessories for the Robinson's Galleria 3-day Sale from March 14-16, 2008. Items can be purchased for as low as P60.

Hurry! Visit the Carlainity Bags and Accessories store, located at the 50th Avenue, 3rd Level Robinson's Galleria.

Looking Forward to 2008

Four hours more to go before 2008 sets in...time went by so fast this 2007 that a lot had happened to me, especially to my budding enterprise, HeartSpeak.

This year is special because HeartSpeak Fashion Accessories was born (March 2007). Although I have been designing and making fashion accessories since my childhood days and selling them to friends, relatives and resellers, 2007 made my business official. I opened my online store in Multiply and gained new clients and friends. This year also gave me opportunities to join bazaars and get publicized on TV. I also met wonderful people who offered their help to me to grow my business for 2008. See, I have so much to thank for.

And I plan to give back the blessings to my clients by providing them unique and quality products that they can treasure and share with their loved ones. I wish that 2008 will be better and brighter for HeartSpeak and for all of us. :)

HeartSpeak featured on TV :)

Yes! My first public appearance on cam was realized via the GMA-7 program "Kay Susan Tayo" which was aired this morning, Dec. 2 at 10 am. They featured the Cubao Holiday Bazaar Expo and my booth had the longest exposure, next to Ms. Sandy's The Reading Room. So happy! Thanks again, Sandy. :)

It was weird and exciting to see myself and my mom on TV. The interview portion was edited really short but the booth and product shots were long and gave my accessories biz quite a good exposure. The shoot took place last November 17 and we've been anticipating the feature since last week.

Thanks to the production staff of the show and to Ms. Tuesday Vargas for the interview.

Click here to view:

http://heartspeak.multiply.com/video/item/1/Cubao_Expo_Bazaar_Kay_Susan_Tayo_Video_Clip

Towards A Dream

No new blogs from me the past months...not because I have nothing to share but because I've been busy with my fashion accessories business which I do after my day job. Finally, I was able to gather my courage to be an entrepreneur.

I've always wanted to have a business of my own. A restaurant perhaps coz I love to cook (and eat!) or a fashion accessories store. Of the two, the fashion accessories bit seems easier to start. I now have a store...a virtual store over another free website (http://heartspeak.multiply.com) for starters. I do my shopping for raw materials on weekends through my suppliers here and abroad (via internet) and execute my designs on weekday nights. Tiring, yes, until my hands hurt but the task is equally rewarding as I am able to sell my wares and make other people happy.

I also began to join bazaars to widen my reach, my network. My first try was this summer at the Rockwell Urban Bazaar, a joint venture with a friend. I am usually shy about approaching and selling to people face to face but I found myself enjoying every minute of the stint. Maybe because I was confident in what I was selling and I was able to help the clients choose which accessories fit them well. My second bazaar was at Candy Fair of Summit Media's Candy Magazine at NBC Tent last September. It was also a blast as the sales were great but I saw the need to be more vigilant of my wares because I lost 2 necklaces to some kleptos.

This holiday season, am joining the Cubao Expo Weekend Night Bazaar at the Marikina Shoe Expo. So I hope to see you, my friends, on November 17 and December 1, 4 pm to 12 midnight. Also have a stint at the World Bazaar from December 1-16 at the World Trade Center. I still have 2 more bazaars under negotiation this December and I will update you.

In the meantime, I have to get back to work to rush my budget report for November 12 as I leave for Davao for our SME forum from November 13 to 15 and be back on the 16th in time for the budget hearing. Wish me luck! :)

Cubao Expo Bazaar

I invite everyone to visit and shop at the upcoming Cubao Expo Weekend Bazaar every Saturday, 4 pm to 12 midnight, on November 17 and 24; December 1, 8, 15 and 22. Located at the Marikina Shoe Expo in Cubao.

HeartSpeak will have a booth on November 17, December 1 & 22. Print out the coupon on the attached photo and present it at the booth to avail of 10% discount for purchases P250 and above. See you all there.

CANDY FAIR 2007

Every year, Candy Magazine stages the Candy Fair for its loyal readers.

This year's Candy Fair is happening on September 22, Saturday, from 1pm to 9pm at the NBC Tent. HEARTSPEAKwill have a booth there so please drop by and see my creations. My Multiply contacts can avail of 10% discount upon purchase. Just print the coupon found in this blog and present it upon purchase at my booth. Strictly no coupon, no discount policy.

Candy Cuties will be manning fun and exciting fair booths, so get ready to be jailed, handcuffed, or even married to your favorite Candy Cutie! Plus, enjoy live performances by Silent Sanctuary, Chicosci, Callalily, Spongecola, and many more!

Make sure to grab your copy of the September issue of Candy Magazine (P85 per copy) as it counts as your ticket to the Candy Fair. Boys can also come to the Fair for only P100, or by buying a copy of Candy Magazine at the Fair grounds.