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About Ria Jose

Professional Blogger. Social Media Strategist. Davao Bloggers Society Founding President. Aspiring Vlogger. Brand Ambassador. With over 10 blogs developed, you could say Ria has tried it all. Well, at least online. After more than 10 years as resident blogger and editor-in-chief of MyDavaoCity.com, she remains passionate and committed to sharing her hometown to the world.

Cary Santiago 25th Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall

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Cary Santiago 25th Year Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall

Cary Santiago 25th Year Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall

The brilliant Cary Santiago graced Davao City with his presence and his opulent designs when he opened and presented the Cary Santiago 25th Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall.

Dubbed as the Master of Philippine Couture, Cary Santiago started his fashion career as a child in Cebu. He started drawing dress patterns at only seven years old. At fifteen years old, Cary was already sketching for a local ready-to-wear company. He started his own business when he was 23 years old. He worked for an Arab couture house and rose the ranks as the head designer.

Cary decided to bring his talent home in 2004 when he joined the Philippine Fashion and Design Competition. He won the grand prize and the admiration of many. Cary has since dressed celebrities like Kris Aquino, Charo Santos-Concio, and Dawn Zulueta, socialites Bea Zobel and Amparito Lhuiller,and international stars Katy Perry and Tyra Banks.

Cary Santiago 25th Year Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall

Cary Santiago at the Launch of his 25th Year Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall

After ten years, Cary was tapped by Mega Magazine to celebrate their 25th Anniversary. Coincidentally, Cary Santiago also celebrated his 25th Anniversary in 2014. For his 25th Anniversary collection, Cary found inspiration in Hanoi. All the pieces are inspired by the French Indochine culture.

Cary Santiago’s 25th Anniversary Collection has been on display at Ayala Malls all over the country. During the Abreeza launch of the exhibit on November 5, 2014, Cary was on hand to explain his inspiration, creative process, and the genesis of his delicious designs.

VIPs Opening the Cary Santiago 25th Year Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall

VIPs Opening the Cary Santiago 25th Year Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall

Here are some of the awe-inspiring pieces from the collection displayed at Abreeza Ayala Mall.

Cary Santiago 25th Year Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall

Cary Santiago 25th Year Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall

Cary Santiago 25th Year Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall

Cary Santiago 25th Year Anniversary Traveling Exhibit at Abreeza Ayala Mall


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Christmas Gift Ideas 2014

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Happy Holidays!

Our gift to you this Christmas season is a little help in creating your Christmas List to give to your loved ones and to yourself, as well.

Here are products that we and our friends highly recommend. We have tried these products and we believe each one deserves a spot in your holiday shopping list.

MY SKIN ORIGINS BEAUTY BARS

My Skin Origins Beauty Bars

My Skin Origins Beauty Bars

Give the gift of natural beauty with My Skin Origins Beauty Bars. My Skin Origins products do not contain harmful parabens and hydroquinone. All of their products have a natural fruity smell. I highly recommend the My Skin Origins Power Whitening Beauty Bar which acts as a soap, moisturizer, and whitener. It contains Argan Oil and Shea Butter.

My Skin Origins Power Whitening Bar

My Skin Origins Power Whitening Bar

For men, I recommend the Kojic with Kalamansi and Papaya Beauty Bar. It can be used on the face and on the body to clean, refresh, and get rid of acne.

Beauty Bars cost P125 – P195 each. My Skin Origins has an on going 12% off Christmas Promo on products and facial services.

You may buy My Skin Origins products from the My Skin Origins Facial and Skin Care Center located at at Door 2 of #93 Jacinto Street, Davao City. You may also contact them at +6382-3212533, +63946-3030234, +63943-3637754, or at +63908-2339427 for inquiries. For more information, like the My Skin Origins Page at https://www.facebook.com/MySkinOrigins. Follow My Skin Origins on Instagram @MySkinOrigins.

SNOE BEAUTY

Snoe Magic Beso Balm

Snoe Magic Beso Balm. Image courtesy of Yas Fabricante of I’m a Rockstar Mom.

The Snoe Beauty Magic Beso Balm is a great gift for busy women. It is a great lip moisturizer. Some variants has a light tint which will eliminate another step in your make up routine. The Magic Beso Balm is only PhP299. This is a gift idea suggestion from Yas Fabricante of I’m a Rockstar Mom.

Snoe Hair Heroes Beach Waves Spray

Snoe Hair Heroes Super Fresh Beach Waves Spray

For women with straight hair, here’s an amazing product that will give you instant beach curls: the Snoe Beauty Hair Heroes Super Fresh Beach Waves Spray. Spray this on your hair, tie it in a bun and get instant waves in a few minutes. A 60 mL bottles is only PhP299.

In Davao, the Snoe Beauty kiosk is located at the 2nd Floor of Abreeza Ayala Mall, near the entrance of Robinson’s Department Store. For more information about Snoe Beauty, visit the Snoe Website at http://www.snoebeauty.com or their page at http://www.facebook.com/snoebeauty. You may also follow them on Twitter @snoebeautyinc and on Instagram @snoebeautyinc.

BURLOLOY DAVAO

Girls of all ages will surely like the quirky accessories by Burloloy Davao.

Burloloy Davao Cupcake Earrings

Burloloy Davao Cupcake Earrings

I saw my friend post her DavCon Christmas Bazaar find and I got curious that I looked for the Burloloy Davao booth in the bazaar. I fell in love with their cute cupcake earrings and bought one. They have many other unique designs for earrings, bracelets, and necklaces.

To see their other designs, inquire, and order, like their page at https://www.facebook.com/BurloloyDavao.

HAPPY SKIN

Here’s another brand for beauty junkies. Happy Skin is a proudly Filipino brand that formulates cosmetics designed for the specific make up needs for Filipinas and Asians. All with cute memorable names and packaging.

Happy Skin Served on a Silver Platter Set

Happy Skin Served on a Silver Platter Set

One of their products for their 2014 Holiday Collection is the Served on a Silver Platter Limited Edition Set. The set contains all the essential products a girl needs for a daily look:

  • a 10 ml Second Skin Cream Non-Silicone Foundation Limited Edition tTravel Size (Shade 02),
  • a 1 g Eye Am Here to Stay 24H Limited Edition Mini Gel Eyeliner in Watermelon,
  • a 5 g Get Cheeky With Me Hydrating Blush in First Kiss,
  • a 2.7 g Shut Up & Kiss Me Moisturizing Lippie in Honeymoon Glow, and
  • aLiquid Foundation Brush.
Happy Skin Served on a Silver Platter Set

Happy Skin Served on a Silver Platter Set

This is the perfect gift for girls who don’t buy or or don’t often wear make up. The set costs PhP1,999.

In Davao City, you may buy Happy Skin products at Plains & Prints Stores at Chimes Specialty Store, at Gaisano Mall of Davao, and at SM City Davao. For more information, visit the Happy Skin Site at htttp://www.happyskincosmetics.com. You may also visit their social media accounts for beauty tips and make up how-tos: https://www.facebook.com/happyskincosmetics on Facebook, @happyskin_ph on Twitter, @happyskin_ph on Instagram, and http://www.pinterest.com/source/happyskincosmetics.com/ on Pinterest.
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Holiday Gym at Park Inn Davao

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Holiday Gym at Park Inn Davao

Holiday Gym at Park Inn Davao

Great news to all Holiday Gym members who live in the north. Holiday Gym, one of the best gyms in Davao has opened a new fitness center at Park Inn Davao by Radisson.

Their monthly membership fee is P2,500. This fee gives the member the following privileges:

  • Unlimited use of the Fitness Center;
  • Unlimited attendance to Group Exercise Classes;
  • A Personalized Exercise Program;
  • Exercise supervision by a licensed, certified, and well-trained instructors;
  • Free use of locker and shower facilities;
  • Free use of Park Inn Davao’s Swimming Pool;
  • 15% Discount at Park Inn Davao’s RBG
  • 10% Discount on Park Inn room’s best available rate;
  • 10 days Free Workout at Holiday Gym – Torres Street, Davao, within the enrolled month; and
  • 3 days Free Workout at Holiday Gym – Banilad, Cebu, within the enrolled month.

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My Skin Origins 12 Days of Holiday Treats

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My Skin Origins Christmas Promo

My Skin Origins Christmas Promo

My Skin Origins invites you to give the gift of natural beauty this Holiday Season. Celebrate the Holiday Season with My Skin Origins’ 12 Days of Holidays Treats.

From December 10 – 23, 2014 enjoy a 12% discount from all the Facial Services of the My Skin Origins Skincare Center. The My Skin Origins Facial and Skincare Center offers Basic and Premium Facial Treatments, Diamond Peel, and Microdermabrasion Treatments. They also have a Gentlemen’s Special and a Facial for Teens.

There’s a facial for every special person in your life. Treat yourself and your loved ones a refreshed beautiful face for all the holiday parties and events that you’ll be attending.
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Davao Blog Awards 2014 Nominees

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Davao Blog Awards

Davao Blog Awards

Every year, Davao Bloggers Society (DBS) names the best blogs by Davao Bloggers via the Davao Blog Awards. These awards are given during the Davao Bloggers Christmas Party held every December. This year, the Davao Blog Awards will be given on Sunday, December 7, 2014.

10 Awards will be handed this year. The Best Blog in each of 8 Niche Categories, plus the Blogger of the Year Award, and the Mad Badger Award.

The finalists for the Niche Categories are:

Best Beauty and Fashion Blog

Best Food Blog

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Lazada Online Revolution 2014 on 12.12

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Lazada Online Revolution 2014

Lazada Online Revolution 2014

Have you started your holiday shopping? Look no further, Lazada.com.ph will be holding the grandest online shopping extravaganza. The Lazada Online Revolution 2014 is happening on December 12. Take advantage of discounts, deals, and awesome brand partnerships starting at 12 midnight. These will all take place at http://www.Lazada.com.ph/Online-Revolution. Special night promotions will be available from 12 midnight til 8 am. And hourly flash sales will be happening from 8 am until 11:59 pm.

Lazada Philippines has all your shopping needs covered: mobile phones and other gadgets, appliances, clothes and other fashion items, household goods and appliances, toys, and sports equipment. There will be more than 80% discount offered for selected best-selling items. Get ready to click away.
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