A stylish Wilcon launch in Filinvest

Homeowners in the south of Metro Manila now have their very own Wilcon Builders’ Depot. The country’s pioneer in homebuilding depots recently inaugurated its sixth branch in Filinvest, Alabang. Wilcon’s partners from the US, Italy, Spain, China and Thailand such as Kohler, Alcagres, Grespania, Keros, Rocersa, Aquabath and local partners such as Mariwasa, HCG and Toto were present at "Builder’s Passion at Wilcon," the grand launch of the country’s largest air-conditioned depot.

For the ribbon-cutting ceremonies, Wilcon Builders’ Depot president William Belo, executive vice president for marketing Rose Ong, and his lovely daughter Wilcon vice president for Comptroller Lorraine Belo were joined by guests of honor Rocersa export manager Ignacio Llop, Keros vice president Joaquin Benavent Marti, Kohler Asia-Pacific managing director Stella Lee, Grespania Ceramica export director Michael Arnold, Alcalagres vice president Fernando Vidal, Aquabath deputy managing director Kraisak Chatimetalkul, Gloria Garcia, The Villager editor and interior/fashion designer Christian Espiritu, Muntinlupa Councilor Raul Corro, Filinvest Dev’t Corp. vice president Michael Gotianum and NovaBell export manager Gianluca Bellentani.

Top businessmen, executives, architects, interior designers and members of Manila’s social elite were in attendance as they marveled at the two-story depot that features sleek and dazzling display showcases of high-end products such as elegant and stylish tiles and majestic sanitary wares. Livening up the evening was a fashion show by three of Manila’s leading fashion designers, featuring statuesque models in colorful outfits as they presented the elegant brands of Wilcon. Guests enjoyed the sumptuous food catered by the Bellevue Hotel, the only five-star hotel south of Metro Manila. With a total store area of 12,000 square meters, Wilcon Filinvest truly has everything! Homeowners in the South can now choose between two depots: Wilcon Filinvest and Wilcon along Alabang Zapote Road, across Toyota Alabang. Congratulations for a splendidly successful opening! See you at Wilcon Filinvest!

Spreading joy for worthy causes

The ladies of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Cabinet spouses, socialites and delegates from the diplomatic circle gathered at the humble home of philanthropist and 2004 Best Dressed of the Philippines style icon Chito Madrigal Collantes for a sneak preview of exotic, valuable and rare trades from various countries participating in the most sought-after annual International Bazaar Foundation. It was spearheaded by Lovely Romulo, wife of Foreign Affairs Secretary Alberto Romulo and a staunch supporter of IBF’s worthy causes. The IBF, an organization that helps uplift the living conditions of the poor and less-fortunate Filipinos, continues to spread the joy of giving as it celebrates its 40th year with another fun-filled bazaar that includes the participation of 38 members of the diplomatic corps, eight members of the consular corps and 150 local participants on Nov. 19 at the PICC Forum, CCP Complex in Roxas Boulevard. See you there!

A fun time for all

The recent Halloween event at Dusit Hotel Nikko, one of Makati’s most elegant hotels, was a huge success as more than a hundred children showed up in their best costumes for a day of fun and excitement. Dubbed "Pirates’ Trove," the event was held at everyone’s favorite place for Filipino cuisine, Fiesta San Miguel. The young ones enjoyed a busy day – face painting, mask making, a kid’s salon, a fantastic dog show, a scavenger hunt, and of course, the traditional Trick or Treat activity around the classy hotel. Congratulations to hardworking Dusit general manager Ikuo Itoi and dapper resident manager Frank Grassman and lovely director of sales and marketing Melotte Mondelo for organizing another successful event! Bring the whole family to Dusit!