I Am SM Woman: Confident, Exceptional, Strong, and Driven

The women of today are unlike before, women today have their own businesses and careers, they take charge of their lives, they are confident, exceptional, strong, and driven and all of these characteristics are what a SM Woman is made of.

Last June, SM Woman launched its "I Am SM Woman" campaign which aims to celebrate womanhood in all its forms with a 2-day event. SM Makati's third floor was transformed into a one giant runway that showcased its newest lines and collections. 

The "I Am SM Woman" campaign celebrates the Confident, Exceptional, Strong and Driven Women. 

I have been a fan and loyal shopper of SM Woman for the longest time. Every time I visit any SM Department Store, I have to visit the SM Woman section and I never leave empty handed. I got my favorite culottes from them and the prices are really pocket friendly which is really important for a budget-conscious momma like me! SM Woman currently houses nine categories (Wow!) -- SM Woman Career, SM Woman Fashion, SM Woman Prima, SM Woman Denim/Casuals, SM Woman Sleep and Lounge, SM Woman Active, Coco Cabana by SM Woman, Gigi Amore by SM Woman and SM Woman Plus. From day to night, every season and every occasion, SM Woman got it all for you!

Let me show you the culottes I got from SM Woman. I have two pairs, one is black and the other one was black. People have been noticing my culottes and complimenting them asking me where I got it and they get surprised when I say it's from SM Woman.

I live in culottes nowadays! They're so comfy and can take you from day to night!

SM Woman has become a brand itself. It is now a fashion brand that seeks to make stylish clothes more accessible to every woman. From classic designs to the trendiest of the trend, SM Woman spared no expense at redefining an all-new style with a flight of exciting and fresh offerings.

For more information and updates, follow:

Facebook: SM Woman

Instagram: @smwoman

Twitter: @_smwoman

A&D Weekend Guide: DVA Bazaar, Project Mom Favorite Finds Fair, Total Girl Model Academy, Museo Pambata Sa San Lo and More!

It's been a while since I did a A&D Weekend Guide and I've been seeing a lot of flyers for events and activities this weekend so I decided to round them up!

It's payday pala yesterday that's why there's a lot of bazaars and sales happening this weekend!

If you are in the Makati or BGC area, you can check out the DVA Bazaar. I've been invited to participate in this bazaar but never got to. Also I've been wanting to check this out, hopefully I'll have time this weekend to drop by!

 For more details, visit DVA Bazaar!

Project Mom Favorite Finds Fair pilots this weekend at Glorietta! Will write more about this event on my next blog post! But do check it out when you're in Glorietta this weekend!

For more details on this event, check out Project Mom Book!

And if you have girls age 8 to 13 and hope to be a model in the future, Total Girl Model Academy is happening this Sunday, April 19 at the Glorietta Activity Center. Hit two birds with one stone, shop at Project Mom Fair then take your daughter to Total Girl Model Academy!

The Model Academy has two main exciting parts: 1) The Workshops, where participants will learn basic modelling, how to find their own personal style, and how to pose for the camera, and 2) The Go-See, where they can apply what they’ve learned from the Workshops on the runway.

For more information and how to register online, check out Total Girl Philippines!

Bring your kids to Museo Pambata Sa San Lo this Saturday! It's free and the first 100 kids get a prize!

SM's 3-Day Sale is happening at SM Mall of Asia, SM Bicutan, SM Clark, SM Rosales, SM Lucena, SM Lipa, SM Cauayan, SM Cagayan De Oro and SM Valenzuela! And if you're an avid SM shopper, you'd  know they offer additional 10% off from 10AM to 12NN!

If you're from the south or will be in Sta. Rosa this Saturday, April 18, Gymboree Sta. Rosa officially opens its doors to the public and as an open house special, there's Free Gym Play from 9-11AM!

 For more information, visit Gymboree Sta. Rosa!

Plan your weekend na and enjoy!!!

A&D Weekend Guide: Grand Baby Fair Year 5

It's the Grand Baby Fair Year 5 this weekend! I've been going to Grand Baby Fair since it started but I will be missing it this year. My babies are big already. :( But if you are pregnant, just gave birth or have babies below 2 years old, make sure to drop by and shop at the Grand Baby Fair! Great deals, discounts and more awaits you!

You can register online via their FB app and you can redeem your coupons, Mom Card and freebies from January 30-February 1!

Get a free Swag Bag with P1,000 worth of freebies for a minimum single-receipt purchase worth P3,000

And here's another treat for you! If you hate lining up and you happen to be in the Megamall area, there's a Preview Sale today from 10AM to 10PM! Just present your SM Prestige, SM Advantage Card, EPlus and Major Credit Cards upon entry!

For more information, just go to Baby Company's Facebook Page!

A&D Finds: Where To Buy Queen Elsa and Princess Anna Costumes

It's just a week a way before Halloween and all the Trick or Treat events are happening next week! Got your costumes? Where are you spending your Halloween? No plans yet? Check out Smart Parenting's Guide! 

I am procrastinating when it comes to the kids' costumes. I want to use what we have for their costumes. I already have an idea for R's costume but I also borrowed costumes so I'll have choices. For Y, last year she was Snow White, for this year, since she has a lot of tutus and puffy skirts, I borrowed wings so she can be a fairy na lang. BUT.... a part of me wants to dress her as Queen Elsa! Ayan na passing frustrations from my own childhood... Heehee! But really, Y has been bugging me she wants to dress as Elsa, with the cape and braided hair, the works!

So now I am kind of cramming and looking for Elsa dresses and costumes.  JUST IN CASE! But I can't really decide which one to buy because I have a budget and have to stick with it! I've searched every nook of the internet (naks!) on where I can get the nicest Elsa and Anna gowns and dresses that goes with your budget.

Celestina & Co.
Y wore a Celestina and Co (@celestinaandco) Snow White apron last year and she also wears it even on normal days when she just feels like it. It is super sulit! This is usually on a pre-order basis, but I found out that Baobao Babies carries ready-made aprons, the catch is they are located in Cebu. Sayang lang because Y's size is still for pre-order. Boohoo! Order na while you still have time!

 Price starts at Php1980

Photos from Celestina and Co.

Home Spun Ph

I discovered Home Spun in OLX during Y's birthday. They are also in Instagram (@homespun_ph). I wasn't able to buy but I kept it on my notes just in case I decided to buy. Home Spun's price points are more budget-friendly.

Elsa's Coronation Apron Set Php950

  

Anna's Coronation Apron Php950

 Left:  Elsa Apron Php595 + Cape (optional) Php150

Right: Anna Apron Php595  + Cape (optional) Php150

Photos from Home Spun Ph

The Little Bugger
One day I stumbled upon The Little Bugger's IG (@thelittlebugger) and I loved loved every minute browsing thru their IG account. It made me want to buy every Elsa dress she has.   Every little girl would squeal with delight! And the good thing is they have a physical store (3rd Level, Greenhills Shoppesville Mall) and you can go and try out each and every gown. You can also order online and ask your questions thru Viber.

Diba? It's hard to choose? Price starts at Php1550
Photos from The Little Bugger

Alex & Alexa Kids Boutique
I also found out about Alex & Alexa on OLX and Ebay.ph. They sell similar costumes as The Little Bugger. They also have a physical store in Alabang Zapote Road, Las Pinas City but also accepts online orders. You can also check their IG @shopalexandalexa!

      

Photos from Alex & Alexa Kids Boutique

I also saw Elsa and Anna costumes in SM.  Each costs Php1,349. But sizes are limited! There's no size for Y anymore. And I don't really like the material. Same as the one I saw in 168. And this is how this post was born. Hehehe!

 

Or if you're a great sewer and can do DIY, try this link I saw in Pinterest! If only I had time, I would definitely TRY and DIY. And I'm sure there's more in Pinterest!

Photo from here 

I hope this post helps you with finding the perfect Frozen dresses for your little girls and for my little girl too! Oh Frozen, it's been a year and you're still frozen in our little girls' heart.