As good as they look & feel

Fashion and function are surely merged well in every pair of Stuart Weitzman. The brand’s stylish designer shoes are adored by celebrities and shoppers around the world. Recently, it opened its flagship boutique at SM Aura Premier.

Founder and designer Stuart Weitzman built the brand with the sole idea of creating beautifully constructed shoes that combine style and comfort. Weitzman’s shoes are designed to feel as good as they look and to look as good as they feel. For more than 25 years, his designs have garnered a very satisfied and loyal customer base.

Weitzman said, “Manila is one of Asia’s most beautiful cities whose women have sought out our shoes in their worldwide travels. I’m excited to launch my first boutique to showcase the complete range of designs within our own retail environment. Filipinas will enjoy and embrace the Stuart Weitzman brand as we get to know one another.”

The store opened with Stuart Weitzman’s radiant heels and flats collection. Fifteen personalities were then revealed as Stuart Weitzman’s ambassadors namely Jessica Kienle, Jerika Ejercito, Audrey Tan-Zubiri, Dr. Aivee Aguilar-Teo, Cristalle Belo Henares, Mikaela Lagdameo-Martinez, Anna Sobrepeña, Cheryl Tiu, Sari Yap, Marilen Gonzalez-Elizalde, Zandra Ty, Ria Prieto, Pops Fernandez, Feli Atienza and Frannie Jacinto.

All guests went home with chocolates from Villa Del Conte. 

(Stuart Weitzman has 45 retail stores across the US, 50 international stores, and is sold in more than 70 countries. For more information, visit www.sm-aura.com.)

Calming moments

It was one day of relaxing the body, mind and spirit when Sanuk launched its Yoga Slings at Beyond Yoga in Bonifacio High Street Central. Host Cesca Litton welcomed guests to the event as they made themselves comfortable on floor pillows.

At the event, yoga instructors Cess Joson and Rianna Gatus treated guests to an anti-gravity yoga demonstration. They explained that anti-gravity yoga is growing in popularity not just for the fun to be had while dangling from a hammock, but also because the suspended cloth significantly reduces the strain on the body.

Perfect for this activity to calm the senses is any pair of the undeniably fashionable and comfortable Sanuk’s Yoga Slings.

Tony Bennett live at PICC

Legendary singer Tony Bennett, the warm vocals behind I Left My Heart in San Francisco, comes for a special live performance on Sept. 17 at the Plenary Hall of the PICC at the CCP Complex in Pasay City.

Tony Bennett in Concert 2013 promises a wonderful evening of classic popular music, standards and show tunes through a breathtaking array of songs made famous by one of the bestselling male singers and artists of all time. Tony’s successful career has spanned more than 60 years.

The 87-year-old singer and painter (he paints under Anthony Benedetto, his real name) still exudes an enduring appeal and charm as he awes audiences with his great hits in his strong and perfect pitch tenor vocals.

Other standards that Tony has been acclaimed for include Because Of You, Stranger In Paradise, The Lady Is A Tramp, The Way You Look Tonight, Smile, Who Can I Turn To? (When Nobody Needs Me) and The Best Is Yet To Come.

(Tony Bennett in Concert 2013 is presented by MMI and Ovation Productions in cooperation with RJ 100.3 FM, Jack City, 2nd Avenue, Diva Universal, Jack TV and The Philippine Star. For tickets, call TicketWorld at 891-9999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph.)

Urban fashion

Whether you are catching up with friends, strolling in a mall or partying the night away at the newest bar in the city, you need to dress up in cool urban fashion. It’s about dressing comfortably and showing off your individual style.   

Mall weekends

Take a leisurely stroll in an outdoor mall, chill out at the park or at your favorite café nook in an ultra comfy tee and shorts combo or your favorite jeans paired with a cotton shirt and light jacket. Give your style an added flair with Skechers’ men’s shoes perfect for laidback, carefree weekends. Think casual street sneakers made with soft suede and woven canvas fabric that features geometric multi-colored side details.

Barbecue get-together

Enjoy a mouth-watering barbecue lunch with your buddies then while away the time watching your favorite sports on TV.  Even if you’re just hanging out, your garb should always be in style. Add a twist to your usual shirt-and-cargo-shorts get-up with a denim vest then polish your look with Skechers’ preppy loafers.

Saturday clubbing

Check out your favorite nightspot’s pulsating beats and party ‘til you drop. Dress to impress by wearing jeans with a streamlined fit and chambray shirt with colorful pockets for that pop of color or a jacket with camouflage details. Wear Skechers’ leather or a pair of street sneakers, which has catchy side accents for that extra panache.

New breed of men’s shoes

Skechers is the new breed of men’s shoes, perfect for the cool and casual weekend vibe. From street sneakers to dressier kicks and loafers, Skechers has the right kind of shoes for men of style. What’s more, these weekend footwear staples scream comfort with their relaxed fit technology featuring a memory foam for added cushioning.

(For more information, visit www.skechers.com.ph and SkechersPhilippines Facebook page or follow @SkechersPH on Twitter.)