What do Sarah Geronimo & Charo Ronquillo have in common?

MANILA, Philippines - Dreaming of what you want to achieve in life is all well and good, but actually doing something to reach your dreams is even better.

Homegrown retailer Unica Hija proudly features two successful ladies to represent their brand — pop star Sarah Geronimo and their newest addition, Ford Model Charo Ronquillo.

Sarah Geronimo, a staple on most households’ television screens, is also a budding fashionista. “I feel blessed and am truly grateful for the trust and support I have been getting from my Unica Hija family. I could not be any more thankful,” said Sarah when asked about her long-time endorsement with Unica Hija.

On regular days, Sarah prefers clothes that are comfortable and simple yet quite stylish. “Unica Hija’s newest summer collection is perfect for our weather because it keeps me feeling fresh while I have fun.” With her busy schedule, Sarah finds time to relax while bonding with her family and friends, reading books, watching movies and of course browsing through fashion magazines. “It keeps me in the loop on the latest fashion trends. I try to visualize myself wearing those clothes for my shows and TV appearances.” Even with Sarah’s claim to fame — endorsements, platinum albums, movies, and even her very own musical show — she has retained the sweetness and simplicity she’s been known for since her career began. Her advice for girls who aspire to be like her: “Everyone has his or her own time to shine. So keep reaching for that dream and never lose hope and faith in God.”

The colors of summer: Unica Hija endorsers Sarah Geronimo and Charo Ronquillo love its spring/summer collection, which is cool, comfy and bursting with color.

Described by Bill Ford as “that unique look from the Philippines,” Charo Ronquillo, Ford Supermodel winner, shows her style as she joins the Unica Hija family. Keeping herself grounded despite her sudden rise to fame, she said that winning the second-runner up at Ford Model Supermodel of the World in 2005 was a definite milestone for her. “But I must say, I am still the same Charo Ronquillo from Laguna that people in the Philippines know. Nagtatrabaho ako sa ibang bansa, pero ang puso ko nasa Pilipinas pa din,” says the Filipina beauty. Her endorsement of Unica Hija literally started one morning when she was awakened by her mother/agent CalCarrie who told her that she’d be joining a team that will give her a sense of Filipino pride. Charo felt really blessed to be given this opportunity “To be able to endorse a retail brand that is 100-percent Filipino is something that I really wanted to do.” One of her favorite items from Unica Hija is their colorful tops. “It’s very me!” She also loves their collection of shorts, which she wears in the summer even in New York.

What was it like for Sarah and Charo meeting each other for the first time? “Her great moral values reflect in the way she moves, the way she talks and the way she connects with people. She’s very professional and very humble. I am happy and looking forward to working with her again,” says Charo. For Sarah, she mentioned that Charo “blew her away.” “Given the fact that she undeniably has a very beautiful face, she’s also very sweet and down-to-earth. It makes her more endearing to every person she works with plus she’s also very simple just like me,” she says with a smile.

Sarah Geronimo and Charo Ronquillo are the perfect embodiment of what Unica Hija represents — Filipino pride, style and success. Just like these gorgeous ladies, be fashionably chic anytime, anywhere, only with Unica Hija.

Unica Hija is located in Eastwood Citywalk, Festival Mall Alabang, Gaisano Mall Davao, Glorietta 5, Market! Market!, Robinsons Galleria, Robinsons Loaog, SM Fairview, SM Iloilo, SM Manila, SM North, SM Sta. Rosa, SM Sucat, Sta. Lucia East Grandmall, TriNoma, ICM Bohol, KCC GenSan, KCC Marbel, Landmark Makati, Landmark TriNoma, RDS Alabang, RDS Bacolod, RDS Ermita, RDS Galleria, and SM Department Stores nationwide. For details, visit www.unicahija.com.ph and www.facebook.com/wearunicahija.