CONVERSE: The New Counter Climate Collection 2016

Launching this Fall/Winter 2016, Chuck II Leads Converse Footwear Against the Wet Weather With Canvas, Leather and Rubber 

Converse is taking wet weather head-on this season, combining classic sneaker designs with premium weatherized features, with the debut of the Fall/Holiday 2016 Converse Counter Climate Footwear Collection. The new collections provide the necessary tools to combat the climate shifts while emphasizing essential weather-beating benefits. The innovative sneaker collections feature a bold mix of colors and materials including water repellent canvas, rubber and leather, and waterproof neoprene. Divided into three unique categories: Shield Canvas, Leather and Rubber-- these collections are intended to stand up against the unpredictable inclement weather. 

Each sneaker has been treated to help tackle rainy weather while maintaining comfort and style. The Converse Counter Climate Shield Canvas sneakers have been given a DWR (durable water repellant) treatment, standing guard as the first line of defense against the rain. 

For the holiday season, both new and time-honored styles endure the harsh elements with the Counter Climate Rubber collection. These rubber sneakers are winter-ready with water resistant material and heat retention.

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II Shield Canvas 

Designed for the Chuck Taylor lover who can’t give up their Chucks no matter what the weather, the new Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II Shield Canvas sneaker combines the enhanced comfort of a Lunarlon sockliner, non-slip padded tongue and micro-suede lining with materials that can also withstand most climate challenges. Converse has added a water repellent Shield Canvas and a gusseted tongue, as well as removing the medial eyelets to make a durable sneaker that is ready for wet and rainy adventures. The sneakers also feature reflective heel webbing and barrel laces for added visibility in low light environments. 

Available colors: Black/Volt, Black/Reflective, White/Lava, Black 

Suggested retail price: Php 4,550

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II Rubber

Another iteration of the Chuck II will also be releasing this fall - the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II Rubber. By incorporating a transparent rubber overlay on the iconic Chuck II silhouette, this allows for the sneaker to breathe while repelling water and protecting feet from the elements. The sneaker includes all the features and benefits of the Chuck II such as a Lunarlon sockliner and a non-slip padded tongue, while adding a beautifully crafted dimensional canvas for breathability, micro-perforated leather lining for comfort, and a heat reflecting barrier at the footbed for warmth.

Suggested retail price: Php 5,430

Converse Cons One Star Shield Canvas

This season, the Converse Cons Star also receives the Shield Canvas treatment, combining the enhanced comfort of a Lunarlon sockliner with a lightweight and breathable canvas that can also withstand the rain. Added features include a gusseted tongue and removed medial eyelets allowing the sneaker to tolerate wet environments. Traction rubber has also been incorporated to the outsole, providing additional grip. 

Available colors: Black, White, Obsidian 

Suggested retail price: Php 4,250

Converse Jack Purcell Signature Twill Shield Canvas

The Converse Jack Purcell Signature collection introduces a thicker Shield Canvas with a water repellent finish, and a tri-color reflective heel stay. A mesh lining backing the shield canvas regulates temperatures across a range of climates while still keeping the sneaker breathable. Reflective laces add flare while a gusseted tongue construction will prevent water from seeping into the dual pod Nike Zoom Air insole technology.

Available colors: Inked, Natural

Suggested retail price: Php 5,590

Converse Jack Purcell Signature M-Series 

This fall, Converse introduces a high top silhouette combined with Counter Climate Shield Canvas. Warm, durable and water-repellent, it delivers all-day, on-the-go comfort. The Shield Canvas complements features like Lunarlon insole cushioning, heat regulating mesh lining and a tri-color reflective heel tab for enhanced visibility in low light. 

Available Colors: Hot Cocoa, Black 

Suggested retail price: Php 5,430

Converse Essentials 

The collection features quality and durable everyday basics for your active, on-the-go lifestyle. Constructed for comfort and fit, the Converse Essentials collection will get softer with time. Each piece includes a natural color fade of fabric with long-term wear, durable stitching, and a managed shrinkage fit that remains the same throughout the lifespan. The collection includes the Converse Essentials Tee, Converse Essentials Pullover Hoodie, Converse Essentials Full Zip Hoodie and Converse Essentials Jogger.
Available Colors: Black. Grey, Obsidian, Egret
Suggested retail price: Ranges from Php 899.75 to Php 3,339.75

The new Fall/Holiday 2016 Converse Counter Climate Footwear Collection and Essentials are now available at Converse stores nationwide. You may visit Converse at Centrio, Limketkai and Gaisano malls. You may also visit  www.facebook.com/ConversePhilippines for more! #ConversePHCounterClimate

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CDO's first H&M Store to Open on October 27

H&M Hennes & Mauritz, Inc. continues its expansion in the southern part of Philippine shores, as it opens what will be its 18th store in the country this month! Opening to an exciting set of new shoppers in the fast-developing city of Cagayan de Oro, the over 1,500-square meter store will open its doors in Centrio Mall on October 27, 2016.

“The response from our Mindanao customers, after we opened our 1st store in Davao just last month, has been incredible! We look forward to catering to even more of the same vibrant shoppers in Cagayan de Oro, as we open in Centrio Mall. We hope to be the city’s destination for fashion and quality at the best price, in a sustainable way,” says Fredrik Famm, Country Manager for South East Asia. “We have also selected a great group of H&M team members to give you the best shopping experience in this store, and we hope you will welcome and embrace them as your own!” he adds.

CDO’s first H&M store will carry the full assortment of H&M including ladies, men’s, kids, shoes, accessories and lingerie. It will also feature a full sports, denim and underwear department for both men and ladies. Within all of these the mindful shopper will find an array of Conscious and sustainably-produced products, and offer the option to donate used clothes and get a discount voucher to use for their next purchase under H&M’s Garment Collecting program. 

Here's the exciting part!

Those shopping on opening day can also expect great offers!

• Gift cards of varying amounts from P300-P2,000 will be handed out to the first 300 in line, with a special prize of P5,000 for the first. 
• The next 300 will walk away with special H&M umbrellas and tote bags. 
• A special treat also awaits stylish shoppers – 3 of the most fashionable people spotted in the queue before opening will be chosen and given P2,000 Gift Cards each. 

For everyone else shopping until the weekend, great fashion finds for as low as P300 await.

The store will open on October 27, from 11am-9pm, and regular operating hours from 10am-9pm will resume thereafter.

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EXPO MOM: The Motherhood Journey in Cagayan de Oro

As the ultimate mommy event of the season takes a second trip to Mindanao,expect to be inspired by the different faces of mommyhood on October 15, 2016 at Centrio Mall, from 10AM to 9PM. Whether you're an expectant mom, a new mom, or a mom of three or four, you're going to find something to love at Expo Mom Cagayan de Oro.

Expo Mom: The Motherhood Journey features a fun and fulfilling all-day program. In the morning The Modern Nanays of Mindanao, a community of moms who promote breastfeeding, babywearing, and cloth diapering, lead the celebration of motherhood with a Mamba session—a Zumba class made especially for moms with slings! Dr. Raissa Paje Bayawa, founder of Happy Heart Kids Yoga, takes the stage next to enlighten moms about the benefits of prenatal yoga and to share some helpful moves as well.

Two sessions delve deep into the amazing journey that all moms share. The first one focuses on pregnancy and breastfeeding & finding that right balance between home life & career. Guests are Nadine Casino, founder of Modern Nanays of Mindanao & Ruby Caberte a popular blogger who is also a mom.The second touches on baby care with discussions on the right way to wear baby and age-appropriate toys to help with a child's development . Guests for this segment will be an early childhold educator and a few mommies.

The other exciting activities scheduled include a bento-making session specifically devoted to picky eaters by the pioneering Bento Mommas, who have actually been with us all over the country this year! You can sign up to participate at bit.ly/bentomommasCDO for Php900, inclusive of basic bento toolkit, bento box and food ingredients for the workshop plus freebies from sponsors, all of which you can take home afterward.

A makeup on the go demonstration for busy mothers by Paola Paladio- Ching follows in the afternoon, and a craft workshop with a homegrown moms and kids crafts group. In between, many prizes will be given away care of our generous exhibitors and sponsors Caltrate and Belo Baby.

Topping the motherhood celebration is a fashion show devoted to babywearing,showing one and all that it is possible to look positively trendy with a baby in tow.

A year from its tenth anniversary, Expo Mom continues to be a source of information and inspiration among modern parents and a wellspring of modern products and services for the whole family.

Expo Mom 2016: The Motherhood Journey is co-presented by Caltrate Plus and Belo Baby with Centrio Mall and Ayala Malls as its venue partner, supported by Modern Nanays of Mindanao, Carmel Kho Ricarte and Moms Radio, and Professional Organizers Unlimited, Inc. and Creative Juice Communications are its logistics partners. Entrance to Expo Mom is free.

For more information, visit www.mommymundo.com/expomom2016

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NNC: 2017 Nutrition Month Theme Writing and Logo Design Contest

The National Nutrition Council is now accepting entries for the 2017 Nutrition Month Theme Writing and Logo Design Contest. The focus for the 2017 Nutrition Month is on “Healthy Diet”.

What is a Healthy Diet? 

A healthy diet emphasizes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, root crops and fat-free or low-fat milk, lean meats, poultry, fish, egg, beans and nuts, and is low in saturated fats, trans-fats, cholesterol, salt (sodium) and added sugars. On the other hand, an unhealthy diet is composed of foods that are energy-dense and nutrient-poor, high in saturated fat, trans-fats, refined carbohydrates, and salt, and low in consumption of vegetables and fruits and low in fiber. - NNC

The theme focus aims to promote consumption of healthier foods and discourage consumption of unhealthy diets.

The Contest will run from October 1 to November 15, 2016. Deadline of submission of entries is at 12:00 o’clock midnight of 15 November 2016. A cash prize of Php10, 000.00 for each winner of the logo and theme contest shall be awarded to the winner. 

For more information about the contest, you may visit the NNC Region X Facebook Page or you may read the full mechanics HERE.

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Sarah Glows Thanks To Alagang Inside Out

We’ve all seen how the Pinoy popstar princess went from being the industry’s favorite girl nextdoor to being the girl peg with countless citations and awards under her belt. Not only has Sarah Geronimo’s contribution to the music industry been widely recognized (with 10 AWIT Awards, 6 ALIW awards, 23 MYX Music Awards, Best Asian Artist – MNet Asian Music Awards 2012, Best Southeat Asian Act – MTV Europe Music Awards 2014, Bestselling Filipino Artist – 22nd Word Music Awards, among others), her film and television work has also earned her as much accolade (Iconic Movie Queen of Philippine Cinema – FAMAS 2015, blockbuster movie after blockbuster movie). At the cosmopolitan age of 27, Sarah has proven that she definitely owns a permanent spot in both pop culture and local showbiz.

So, how does Sarah do it? Entertainment analysts will be quick to say that Sarah is one determined woman. Her innate talent, coupled with her passion to perform, has made her the celebrated artist that she is. Another thing that makes Sarah stand out among her contemporaries is the importance she places on keeping herself and her image not only wholesome but also holistic. In fact, this ideal balance has transformed the girl next-door into somewhat of a beauty icon, what with the slew of beauty endorsements up her sleeve.

In Sarah’s case, she only trusts one beauty vitamin partner to keep her body and beauty holistically sound. In fact, with Myra, Sarah knows that her skin is cared for from the inside. Stress, pollution, and an unhealthy lifestyle—often byproducts of living the ultra-demanding celebrity life—produce bad free radicals in the body. These free radicals, in turn, steal life from healthier cells, causing damage and making the skin tired-looking and dull. In showbiz, there is no room for haggard or dull days. The spotlight is always cast on our favorite stars and celebrities, and the competition is tough. Sarah, as always, is determined to keep her game on.

With Myra, Sarah rests easy knowing that the Vitamin E in Myra capsules acts as a powerful antioxidant that’s good for the body not only because of its beauty benefit but health benefits as well.

This is what Myra does: Ang alaga ay mula sa loob , kaya mas tumatagal ang pagkaganda at healthy ng skin. When you take Myra in, your skin will not only be soft, smooth and young-looking, but you’ll also look fresh , hindi-haggard looking at may healthy glow ang skin. After all, best skincare really starts from the inside.

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