Randy Ortiz for Plains & Prints’ holiday collection

Romantic glam inspired by the styles of top showbiz and fashion personalities was showcased recently when Plains & Prints unveiled its new holiday collection in collaboration with top fashion designer Randy Ortiz.

Held at the lobby of the Ayala Museum, the cocktail launch of Randy Ortiz for Plains & Printsgathered fashionistas, celebrities, fashion editors and writers, who were clad in their most stylish black and white garb to celebrate the artistic fusion of fashion from Plains & Prints and Ortiz. The venue became a fashion gallery-cum-runway that fittingly presented a collection that revealed a splendid play of colors, textures and silhouettes inspired by the designer’s fashion muses.

On hand to welcome guests were Plains & Prints creative head and owner Roxanne Farillas and Randy Ortiz, who were both excited to present the fruits of their collaboration before an eager audience of trendsetters and fashion lovers.

“It has always been our goal to work with designers like Randy Ortiz who have made such a huge impact in the Philippine fashion industry. This collaboration has created a capsule collection that perfectly merged the signature looks of both Randy Ortiz and Plains & Prints,” explained Farillas.

Randy Ortiz for Plains & Prints couture collection was showcased in a fashion presentation that also brought together legendary supermodels Marina Benipayo, Annette Coronel, Patty Betita, Suyen Chi, Jo-Ann Bitagcol and Wilma Doesnt.

The collection featured a seven-piece ensemble inspired by Ortiz’s fashion muses Kris Aquino, Charlene Gonzalez-Muhlach, Claudine Barretto, Lucy Torres-Gomez, Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez, Gelli de Belen, and Ortiz’s own mother Lourdes Ortiz, whose love for fashion is impeccable and have made a lasting impression on Randy as a person and designer.

Models sashayed in tunic tops, dresses, and blouses in jewel tones and printed patterns, and the special Randy Ortiz Prints in Red and Gray that incorporated the designer’s famous rosette texture and pattern. Also presented were exciting new pieces from Plains & Prints’ Holiday 2009 Collection, featuring dresses, tops, skirts and pants in flamboyant yet elegant designs in rich, solid colors. Wowing the fashion crowd even more was Plains & Prints’ use of digital printing on fabric, a new fashion innovation that reflects Plains & Prints’ commitment to elevate the local fashion industry through new techniques in fabric design and production.

Besides a spectacle of fashion firsts and dream collaborations, Plains & Prints also showed its commitment to further take fashion to a higher level by holding a Buyer’s Night, which would help raise funds for the victims of Typhoon Ondoy and Pepeng. Twenty percent of the sales from pre-orders from guests will be donated to the flood victims.

The unveiling of Randy Ortiz for Plains & Prints couture Collection was successfully organized by Marilen Nuñez and her team from L.E.N. Plus Inc. Shoes wore by models were from Schu, jewelry by Jewelmer, cocktails and drinks by Future Trade International and Cointreau, respectively.

Marina Benipayo

Wilma Doesnt

Joan Bitangcol

Randy Ortiz and Roxanne Farillas

Century and Derek Ramsay go sexy

It was a deliciously sexy and healthy afternoon when Century Tuna launched its newest tuna variant, Century Corned Tuna, which combines the delicious taste of corned beef and the healthy goodness of tuna.

Also introduced was the face – and “body” – of Century Corned Tuna: TV and movie actor and model Derek Ramsay, who truly personify the “sexy” and “healthy” qualities of this new tuna variant.

“In our 30 years in the market, the Century Tuna name has become synonymous not only to quality and taste, but also to wellness and health, which customers can find in all our 35 tuna variants. With Century Corned Tuna, we’re giving Filipino consumers yet another new and delicious way to enjoy tuna! Sarap ng corned beef made healthy by Century. That’s Century Corned Tuna in a nutshell.” explained Angela Gamboa, senior product manager of Century Tuna.

“And with Derek Ramsay as our celebrity endorser, we believe we have a perfect match as he truly epitomizes someone who not only has a fit and healthy body, but a healthy mind as well,” added Gamboa.

Derek, who has always been a Century Tuna fan, says, “with Century Corned Tuna, I can finally enjoy my favorite corned beef and tuna in one meal. It’s also perfect for me as it has high protein content, which complements my active lifestyle. The Omega-3 DHA is also good because it helps sharpen my mind for those grueling shootings and tapings.”

The launch introduced guests to the unique taste and nutritious quality of Century Corned Tuna. This new tuna variant captures the delectable taste of corned beef. Its seasoned and smoked flavors are perfect for health buffs who still want to enjoy the tasty flavor of corned beef in their healthy tuna diet.And because it’s made by Century, consumers are sure to get no less than Century quality goodness. New Century Corned Tuna is low in cholesterol, has no preservatives and is super-packed with Omega-3 DHA, an important nutrient that’s good for the mind and body. Omega-3 DHA boosts memory power, improves learning ability and keeps one in a positive mood, while promoting a healthy heart.

With Century Corned Tuna, Century has once again given customers a new, delicious way to enjoy their favorite Supermeat, while introducing them to a healthier way to enjoy corned meat. Century Corned Tuna is available in Regular Corned Tuna and Chili Corned Tuna flavors.

New great deals from Citi

In an intimate gathering held at UMU Japanese Restaurant at the Dusit Thani Hotel, Citi launched twin promotions that offer cardholders generous discounts, 0% installment terms and instant rewards.

Joining guests in raising a toast to these awesome new treats were Country Head and Citi Country Officer for the Philippines Sanjiv Vohra, Cards Business Director Bea Tan and Customer Franchise Director and Consumer eBusiness Head Cecille Fonacier.

One of the two promotions will allow new Citi cardholders to enjoy a 0% installment plan, over 14 months, on an irresistible line-up of electronic gadgets at exclusive deeply discounted prices.Simply apply for a Citi credit card from now until October 17, 2009, and when approved, you can buy a Samsung Star S5233 mobile phone for as little as P715 a month, the Canon Powershot D10 digital camera for P1,350 monthly, and the Dell Vostro A840 laptop for only P1,900 every month.

Meanwhile, Citi cardholders can look forward to watching for free all the upcoming blockbuster movies with the Seize the Reel Deals promotion. From July 24 to November 30, 2009, Citi cardholders get one free movie pass for a minimum single receipt purchase of P1,500 using their Citi card. To get two free movie passes plus popcorn and drinks for two, they need to either spend at least P7,000 in a single receipt, or sign-up their utility accounts to Citi One Bill. To get three movie passes plus snacks for three, cardholders simply need to avail of Citi PayLite installment plan with a minimum purchase of P20,000.During the promotion, Citi cardholders will also be allowed to pay for as much as 50% of their movie tickets using their Citi Rewards Points in Ayala Cinemas, Eastwood Cinemas, Robinsons Movieworld and Shang Cineplex.

Sanjiv Vohra and Bea Tan

Agnes Fernando and Ernalou Amechachurra

Cecille Fonacier