hued bags giveaway + what i wore to the forever 21 opening in sm aura

 Hi again! Yep, I know there's been a large influx of posts from me lately. Trying to keep up with my backlogs. I hope you don't mind but have rather been enjoying my ramblings on. :)

My ootd's/personal style posts have been put on the back burner for awhile so I guess it's high time that I upload a new one. To make up for the hiatus, I decided to attach a giveway to it c/o Hued Bags. I discovered Hued Bags on my ig feed a few weeks ago and have been addicted ever since. They carry a large assortment of super affordable bags, clutches and accessories that are spot on-trend...(so I sincerely hope you guys enjoy this giveaway)

First the outfit, the dress code for Forever 21's  SM Aura opening was "Color Mood". I wasn't quite sure how to interpret it so I settled on something a little bit bright and colorful. Color blocked my DIY yellow fluo tank with my blue leather pencil skirt and white motorcycle jacket from Forever 21, toned it down with clear  accessories from Hued Bags and finished it off with silver sandals from Zara (which so remind me of Alexander Wang's, don't you think? :))

white motorcycle jacket street style fashion

neon color block street style fashion

zara 2013 silver sandals street fashion

clear clutch street style

zara 2013 silver sandals street style

 See my pretty, pretty transparent studded clutch and bracelets from Hued Bags? :

clear accessories fashion street style

sm accessories street style

outfit credits: forever 21 white motorcyle jacket and blue pigskin skirt | DIY fluo tank | hued bags transparent studded clutch and bracelet | oneida silver spoon ring | sm accessories necklaces | zara silver sandals

Without further much adieu, here's the giveaway!

Up for grabs is this pretty blue suede Milana clutch from Hued Bags:

blue clutch street style giveaway

And a few reaons why you desperately need a blue clutch in your closet...

To join this giveaway, all you have to do is follow these simple steps:

1. You must be a member/public follower of my blog via Google Friend Connect/GFC
2. LIKE Hued Bags on Facebook 
3. Follow me (@sarahtirona) and (@huedbags) on Instagram
4. Share the giveaway photo on Facebook or Instagram with the caption "I want to win the @sarahtirona x @huedbags giveaway at www.fashioneggplant.com".

For extra entries:

1. LIKE Ms. Eggplant's Chronicles on Facebook (+1)
2. Follow me on Twitter and share giveaway (+1)

Don't forget to leave a comment on this post with your name, email address and share URL's.

Winner will be chosen via random.org on June 20, 2013. Good luck!!!

yamamay lingerie opens in glorietta 2

The Yamamay opening in Glorietta was the reason why Paul and I were late for SJP's SM Aura inauguration. I knew that passing by Glorietta before hitting BGC was going to put us in a tight spot but I couldn't resist the pull of beautiful lingerie.

I am a firm believer that the right underwear has the power to make or break an outfit and/or situation. Though mostly unseen, it is the most vital part of dressing up. Secretly wearing sexy underwear also has a great way of boosting self-confidence.

Yamamay has everything to cover all your needs, wants and even quirks! ;)

The leading Italian brand's 2013 collection features sensual lace, macrame, and sheer fabrics in pastels such as wisteria, powder blue, light pink and mint. There are also a lot of classic styles to choose from which are inspired by the vintage style of the 60s (love) with a touch of bon ton in black, cream and white. Highly covetable are the gorgeous broderie anglaise selections in yummy lavender.

yamamay spring 2013

For the bride, Yamamay channels a modern "Eve" who is sensual and not afraid to wear push-up bras, french knickers or Brazilian briefs to accentuate her best assets. The collection is made up of soft lace, frills and a little blue to cover her "something blue" needs. They also stock a lot of fun and playful accessories to create an unforgettable bridal shower.

Aside from knickers, Yamamay also carries I Love Y, a line created for young women which features relaxed loungewear in eyecatching fluos and bold prints. 

My favorites from their store consist of these utilitarian shapewear pieces which are really affordable and well-made. I also love that they carry "bra converters" which used to be such a pain to look for. Yamamay stocks them in several colors to match your bras and they only cost around P300/pack. 

Yamamay also carries fun undergarments for guys. I couldn't resist taking a photo of this "push up brief". It's padded for extra girth :P Women have been faking it for so long with our gel inserts, I guess it's about time that guys get into the "enhancement trend" as well!

Yamamay is located at the 2/F of Robinsons Magnolia and 1/F of the new Glorietta 2.

romwe $9.99 sale!

We're all familiar with the luck that a triple 9 brings right? But did you know that the number 9 also means permanence? That's why it's the perfect number to choose for business registrations and weddings! You learn something new everyday ;)

To further celebrate 999luck, Romwe is having a "frugal fashion" sale where everything is priced at just $9.99!!! Yup, you'll find everything from tops to bottoms to accessories for just $9.99 with free shipping worldwide, of course!

The sale will be ongoing (or permanent, if I may), until supplies last so hurry and take advantage of this great opprtunity to shop the latest fashions at a fraction of the price!

300+ styles are up for grabs! To start shopping the sale, visit: http://www.romwe.com/ALL-$9.99-c-179_205.html

romwe $9.99 sale

lyle and scott vintage summer 2013

I dropped by the Imperial Ice Bar in the Fort, BGC last Wednesday to catch the premier of Lyle & Scotts's summer 2013 collection...

Let me just say that the Imperial Ice Bar is all sorts of awesome. It was a closed event so I don't know what the crowd is like on a regular day but regardless, they have imported beer on tap for just P150/pint. Blew my mind. My Stella was so fresh. Tres Bien!

Ok, back to Lyle and Scott...a brand which has been around for decades and has managed to maintain the status of Europe's more enduring fashion brands because of their ability to stay authentic, original, and non-compromising.

For summer 2013, Lyle & Scott tapped into the British youth style culture of the 80's for inspiration. The collection includes lightweight color blocked parkas, bold striped polos, flecked jacquard knits, and pastel marl sweatshirts – all showcasing fun twists on popular classics. Complementing these highly-wearable pieces is the brand’s Spring/Summer 2013 color palette that is very much reminiscent of the 80s like bold primary colors of Windsor Blue, Fern Green, Spectra Yellow and Red. These all contrast well with the pastel shades that were all used in the collection like Rosette Pink, Light Blue, and Pastel Yellow while White brings in a delightful freshness into the collection. 

lyle and scott philippines

lyle and scott vintage summer 2013

For a refreshing take on classic streets, make sure to check out Lyle & Scott’s Vintage Summer collection available in General Bonifacio High Street, Bratpack Greenbelt 5, and Bratpack Alabang Town Center.

GIVEAWAY: win 2 tickets + limited edition lootbag for SM Ladies Fashion Week 2013

forever 21 opens in sm aura

Forever 21 opened it's 7th store in the Philippines yesterday at SM Aura Premier. The 2000 sq.m space features a more minimilastic design which serves to highlight the merchandise even more. The store is divided seamlessly into different sections and trends with strategically placed mannequins to offer shoppers some fashion inspiration while they browse through the different racks of clothing.

Already a favorite among the practical, fashion forward set, patrons will have an even more enjoyable time shopping at the 2 storey SM Aura boutique which features its own escalator, wall to ceiling glass windows and a breathtaking view.

The first floor of the brand new store holds trendy pieces from Forever21, Intimatesm, Basic, and the Denim Shop while the second floor is a treasure trove of fashion favorites - Forever21+, Forever21 Girls, 21 Men, Shoes and Accessories.

forever 21 sm aura

oooooh la-la! I could stay here all daaaaayyyyy...

And now some photos from last night's launch party and fashion show:

forever 21 sm aura fashion show

forever 21 sm aura opening

 A favorite feature of mine from the Forever 21 Sm Aura branch is the large Forever21 Girls Section. Nikola loves their clothes but there weren't too many choices in their other branches. Now there's a whole area reserved just for pretty little girls like her! Can't wait to take my princess shopping here. 

Some other favorites from last night were these clear shoulder bags, flash lens sunglasses and tribal print sneakers. FYI: Lots of shoes are currently at 30% off!!!

Another tip: Several pieces of clothing are at a permanent markdown in this branch which means you could purchase a pair of pants for P350 in SM Aura but get it for P900 in a different branch...sometimes it pays to be an obsessive shopinggera! :P

Before I go, here's a few other shopping perks at Forever 21 SM Aura:

On May 20-23, 2013 get a FREE tote for a minimum single receipt purchase of P3000 or regular priced items.

On May 16-19, 2013 get a FREE Forever21 MasterCard USB for a minimum single receipt purchase of P3000 on regular priced items using your Forever 21 MasterCard.

*Get a 5% rebate when you purchase at least P5000 using your BDO Credit Card from May 16-19, 2013.

The new Forever 21 Store is located at the 1st level of SM Aura Premier.

for more info, follow Forever 21 online:

https://www.facebook.com/Forever21ph?fref=ts

Twitter: @forever21ph

Instagram: @forever21ph

website: www.forever21ph.com

GIVEAWAY: win 2 tickets + limited edition lootbag for SM Ladies Fashion Week 2013

suiteblanco rocks manila - a sneekpeak of what's in store

By now, you have probably read/scene several press releases and billboards about Suiteblanco. The image of Anne Vyalitsyna has been haunting me eversince I first caught a glimpse of her billboard on Edsa. You know how excitable I can get when it comes to fashion. My curiosity has been killing me so I made it a point to take advantage of my SM Aura Opening invite to check out the first ever Suiteblanco store in Manila. Needless to say, I was not disappointed at all. The hype behind the Spanish brand is very much backed up by the merchandise. 

The first ever Suiteblanco collection to hit our shores is called "Spring Bloom". It consists of fun, bright pastels, and sleek tailored pieces. The look is light, laidback, cool and collected. Very effortless chic. Here are some photos from the campaign:

And now what you've all been waiting for, a sneekpeak into the physical store that is now open in SM Aura Premier.

suiteblanco store manila

A few of the many pieces that caught my fancy and managed to snap photos of with my camera phone....

suiteblanco sm aura

suiteblanco philippines

suiteblanco manila

Nice, right? Very nice. What's even better are their price points. Nothing in these photos are above P2k. In fact, from what I remember while in the shop, nothing went over P2k, even printed pants, blazers and shoes were in the P1k plus range. What's even more exciting is that they stock new designs every week and they're all at the cutting edge of fashion!

So now, would you agree with me when I say that Suiteblanco is one of the most exciting brands to hit our country in awhile? 

GIVEAWAY: win 2 tickets + limited edition lootbag for SM Ladies Fashion Week 2013