Discovery Samal holds 1st bridal fair
DISCOVERY SAMAL is bringing together romance, inspiration, and wedding expertise with the launch of its first-ever bridal fair, “From First Kiss to Forever Bliss.” The three-day event connects engaged couples with trusted wedding suppliers, fashion designers, and event professionals, while showcasing the resort as one of the country’s premier destination wedding venues. Taking place from June 12 to 14, the event gives couples the chance to explore wedding possibilities in an island setting and meet some of the region’s sought-after wedding industry partners. A Bridal Fair Booth Expo will run from June 12 to 14 at the resort’s Main Lobby where guests and soon-to-wed couples can browse interactive exhibits, discover wedding trends, and explore services from wedding suppliers and event specialists. Attendees will gain access to exclusive event-only promotions, special discounts, and limited-time offers available during the expo period. For inquiries about destination weddings, event packages, and future wedding showcases, visit www.discoverysamal.com, e-mail [email protected], or call +63 84 308 2998.
Rookie PH opens new stores in Greenhills, One Ayala
ROOKIE PH continues its retail expansion with the opening of new stores in Metro Manila, bringing its selection of kids’ apparel, footwear, bags, and accessories to more customers. Its newest branch is at the 3rd floor of Greenhills Mall at the Greenhills Shopping Center along Ortigas Ave. in San Juan City. Opening soon will be the Rookie at the 2nd floor of One Ayala along Ayala Ave. corner EDSA in Makati City. Rookie PH is a multi-brand retail concept that brings together globally recognized names in kids’ fashion like Nike Kids, Converse Kids, and Jordan. It offers apparel, footwear, bags, and accessories in one accessible shopping destination. Coinciding with the new store openings, Rookie PH is also rolling out a series of Back-To-School promotions throughout June and early July. From June 1 to 10 and again from June 29 to July 5, shoppers can enjoy bundle offers including two Bags for P4,000, two Apparel Sets for P2,000, and two Tees, Shorts & Underwear for P1,500. A Buy One, Get One Free promo will run from June 11 to 14 and again from June 25 to 28, while June 15 to 24 will feature special bundle deals including two Tees & Shorts for P1,500 and two Apparel Sets & Underwear for P2,000. These promotions will be available at the new Greenhills and One Ayala branches, as well as all Rookie PH stores nationwide, including TriNoma, Robinsons Place Manila, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Alabang Town Center, Festival Mall, Marquee Mall, Ayala Centrio, and Ayala Capitol Central. Rookie products are also available in select branches of Foot Locker Philippines and Planet Sports, as well as department store locations including Opus Mall, SM Mall of Asia, and SM Seaside City Cebu.
SSI unveils end-of-season deals across global brands
SSI GROUP is now holding its End of Season Sale campaign until Aug. 12. The Retail Therapy campaign includes a number of seasonal markdowns across an array of luxury, casual, and lifestyle brands. Tory Burch will offer up to 50% off on select items, while Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs, Kate Spade New York, and Michael Kors join the season’s offers with markdowns of up to 70% off selected items. Alice + Olivia, Maje, and Sandro feature up to 20% off on Spring/Summer 2026 merchandise in-store until June 11, with further seasonal markdowns available through July 1. Pazzion presents up to 80% off on select styles, while Women’s Secret, Springfield, and Cortefiel offer up to 65% off on selected items. Special markdowns on select items await at Polo Ralph Lauren, Jimmy Choo, and Ferragamo boutiques, while Lacoste joins the sale with discounts of up to 20% off until June 26. Tod’s features up to 45% off at Greenbelt 4 and Rustan’s Shangri-La, and up to 80% off at its outlet locations in Tutto Moda Alabang Town Center and 158 Designer’s Boulevard in Eastwood and Abreeza until June 30. During the same period, Boggi Milano introduces markdowns ranging from 30% to 60% off selected items, while DKNY offers up to 45% off on select styles. Swarovski presents up to 40% off select styles, plus an additional 15% off when purchasing two or more sale items. Anne Klein extends an additional 15% off on sale items and 25% off on select regular merchandise (excluding SS26 merchandise), plus an additional 10% discount when purchasing two or more items. Kenneth Cole, Max&Co., and Jessica offer 25% off on select regular-priced items and further markdowns on current sale selections. Pomelo rolls out up to 40% off online and in-store until July 2, with further reductions dropping on July 3. Online shoppers can also enjoy additional vouchers on top of discounted prices. Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy launch progressive markdowns from June 26 to July 23 with up to 50% off. From July 24 to Aug. 2, the brands transition to offering 20% off when purchasing two items and 30% off when purchasing three or more styles, valid on both regular-priced and sale merchandise. What’s more, select sale items will also be discounted by up to 50% off. Ongoing until Sept. 30, Regular and Elite members of the My SSI Life loyalty app can redeem various rewards across participating brands. These include 10% off regular-priced items at Sandro and Maje, with a minimum spend of P15,000; 30% off on two or more regular-priced items at Old Navy; 15% off regular-priced footwear and outerwear at Boggi Milano; and 10% off on regular-priced footwear and accessories for a minimum spend of P60,000 at Ferragamo. Members get P500 off on any purchase at Payless ShoeSource with a minimum spend of P2,500; Pottery Barn extends 15% off regular-priced accessories with a minimum spend of P7,500.
Lacoste unveils a new visual identity
LACOSTE has developed a new brand look, a contemporary expression “shaped by a French elegance distinctive to the Maison.” The typography is inspired by the Maison’s archives, reintroducing a pronounced presence of serif characters, historically seen in Lacoste’s logos. The iconic Crocodile, emblem of the brand, is the subject of a considered approach to its uses, allowing it to be brought forward more prominently depending on context, particularly when used on its own. The red tongue, already present in the original design, becomes more visible across certain expressions. The Maison’s emblematic green has been adjusted to closely match its original shade, restoring an intensity true to the brand’s history. René Lacoste’s handwritten script further enriches this visual language. Introduced in selected brand expressions, notably within the Café Lacoste logotype, it brings a more personal dimension, directly connected to the origins of the Maison. This visual language is further enriched by motifs inspired by the graphic archives and drawing from the brand’s territories and codes: tennis, golf, and the Crocodile. These illustrations inform new expressions, particularly in packaging. The color palette places greater emphasis on the brand’s historic hues: green in three emblematic shades, alongside clay, echoing the clay courts and the world of tennis, and farine, a tribute to the off-white of René Lacoste’s first blazer. Developed in collaboration with Commission Studio, this visual identity will be progressively deployed across all brand expressions in the months to come.
Longchamp releases the Looong
FOR its Summer 2006 collection, Longchamp has released the Looong, with its soft, saddle-like silhouette, which is a nod to equestrian leather goods, yet attuned to city life, and totally at home in a Parisian café. Its elegantly elongated silhouette, slightly triangular with subtly rounded corners, is structured by its two pinched gussets. Its horizontal format, not unlike a clutch, is distinguished by two slender, adjustable straps, accessorized with signature buckles. Crafted from supple cowhide leather, it is interpreted in five shades: deep black, mocha brown, tonka red, sky blue, and pistachio green. This hybrid style — halfway between a day bag and an evening accessory — offers just the right amount of space for essentials. Its straps can be altered for shoulder or hand carry.
Hello Glow releases 5-variant sun care collection
HOMEGROWN skincare brand Hello Glow has officially launched its Sun Care Stick Collection: a five-variant lineup of targeted, Korean-formulated sunscreen sticks that deliver up to SPF 60+ protection for every Filipino skin type and concern. The collection is built on the foundation of its award-winning original: the Hello Glow Sun Care Stick SPF 60+ PA++, recognized by Cosmopolitan Philippines as Best Sunscreen Stick at the 2023 Cosmo Beauty Awards. The five-stick collection is now widely available nationwide and online, with prices ranging from P400 to P500 per stick. The Original Sun Care Stick SPF 60+ carries FDA-certified SPF 60+ protection — among the highest SPF ratings available for a sunscreen stick in the local market. The four new variants have each undergone independent SPF testing by SGS Taiwan, confirming SPF 50+ performance, making this one of the only Filipino sunscreen stick lines with third-party SGS-verified SPF ratings across its entire range. The collection features five concern-targeted variants, each formulated with clinically recognized actives, and is Korean-formulated for lightweight, no-white-cast performance suited to warm, humid tropical climates. The entire range is paraben-free and cruelty-free. The Hello Glow Ceramide Sun Care Stick SPF 50+ for dry skin is formulated with Ceramides, 3x Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E, and Panthenol, and delivers deep hydration while shielding skin from UV damage. The Hello Glow Alpha-Melight Sun Care Stick SPF 50+ for skin brightening is powered by Alpha-Melight brightening actives. This variant targets hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and discoloration while providing robust sun protection, with Vitamin E and Ceramides for added antioxidant defense. Hello Glow Mugwort Sun Care Stick SPF 50+ for acne-prone skin is packed with Mugwort Extract, Cica Extract, and Tea Tree Extract — three of the most effective anti-inflammatory, anti-acne ingredients in Korean skincare. This variant soothes active breakouts, calms redness, and controls excess sebum. Its matte finish allows for easy, non-greasy reapplication throughout the day. The Hello Glow Bakuchiol Sun Care Stick SPF 50+ for anti-aging features the gentle, plant-derived retinol alternative. Unlike traditional retinol, Bakuchiol delivers comparable smoothing and firming benefits without photosensitivity, making it uniquely suited for daytime sunscreen use. Hello Glow is a Filipino skincare brand under Ever Bilena Cosmetics. The Hello Glow Sun Care Stick Collection is available nationwide and online through Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop via the Hello Glow Official Stores, and in-store at Watsons, SM Beauty, Mercury Drug Store, Robinsons Department Store, SM Supermarket, SM Hypermarket, and leading department stores nationwide.
Bimba Y Lola offers capsule summer collection
CALA BIMBA, Bimba Y Lola’s high summer capsule, was conceived for the first time exclusively for this season, a proposal that will return every summer, reinterpreted with each new edition. The collection is conceived as a relaxed summer uniform, defined by natural textures such as organic cotton, linen, and raffia. Embroidered dresses and shirts, inspired by pieces found in antique markets, coexist with fluid skirts and wide-leg pants, alongside mesh garments, marine motifs, and details such as beads and resin appliqués. The looks are designed to transition naturally from day to night. Its logo is inspired by traditional beach bar typography, featured across different pieces. Cala Bimba has three pop-ups in key coastal destinations: Sanxenxo, Menorca, and Tarifa. For more information go to bimbaylola.com.
