The Sale: The Asylum at Ann Siang Hill

Seeing a store you love move is never easy. No matter the number of purchases, the nostalgia of first discovering the spot and going back will always be there. That said, The Asylum on Ann Siang Hill is making the transition as  joyous as it can be. They just slashed 50% off ALL ITEMS in store and some even going as high as 70% off. It's the perfect time to get your fix of Mark McNairy, Surface to Air, Commune de Paris, and Want Les Essentials De La Vie for a fraction of the price! A fitting going away present from one of the most well curated shops Singapore has to offer. Ann Siang Hill's loss will be the gain of some lucky location soon. Stay tuned. 

Bargains aplenty inside. Will definitely miss dropping by this spot though!

Surface to Air x Kid Cudi Leather Jackets. If only the weather permitted!

That Commune de Paris tote with the red base is staring at me. Only S$60!

Those brown Mark McNairy loafers will be the death of me. Half-priced!

The Happening: And So the Season Begins

I've never been to Singapore during its sale season, but I heard a lot of good things. Well, the whole shebang just started last week and I like what I'm seeing so far. Aside from go-tos like Topman (up to 70% off) and Uniqlo (which has sales everyday anyway), I was excited to see that two major prep players are partaking in the celebration. Brooks Brothers and your oxfords, belts, and bow ties - well, hello. Tommy Hilfiger which re-committed to classics cool via this sweet campaign - nice to see you again. While cheaper, the prices are honestly not where I want them to be yet. But the sale season's ongoing till July, so patience, Bobby, patience. We'll get there.

Ah, now I can finally shop at this prepster's paradise!

Blast from the Past: Loved Tommy as a kid and the feeling's coming back!

The Sale: The 5cm Post-Holiday Sale

Many of us are saddened with the passing of another holiday season. Vacation's over, work's back, early mornings are here again and with it, the increasingly dreadful traffic. Yeah, while I share everyone's sentiments, I also look forward to post-holidays as a time when stores madly slash prices off their wares. Case in point, 5cm's latest sale, which features an awesome selection of sneakers, blazers, and some mighty fine accessories. Head on over to their outlets at SM Megamall's Atrium and SM Mall of Asia to pick something up for yourself! Christmas may be over, but there's no better time than now to fulfill your resolution of dressing better in 2011!

Some handsome high-top sneakers for your consideration. You can't go wrong!

Blazers, cardigans, and coats perfect for the still chilly weather.

A clip-on bow tie's not that bad as long as it looks like this!

The Sale: Goodbye, Theodore's

We've said goodbye to Theodore's before when it left Bonifacio High Street, but now it looks like the store is riding off into the sunset for good. One of the best things to happen to Philippine retail will have its final closing down sale from now until December 18. Sad as it may be, it's a great opportunity to get some Christmas shopping done before the madness begins. Sigh. Good things don't really last, I suppose. But thank you, Theodore's, we've had some good times.




Photos courtesy of Theodore's

The Sale: Forever 21 Does It Again!

It's been what, like 2 weeks since the first sale and yet Forever 21 is back at it again, folks! From October 29 to November 1, enjoy 10% off all regular merchandise if you present your SM Advantage, SM Prestige or BDO Rewards Card upon payment. The store's also bringing back their six-month, no-interest offer for purchases of at least P5,000. Oh man, judging from the pictures of the last sale, it'd be better if you go super early. Unless of course you want to get familiar with some of the pretty ladies after getting your fix of 21Men. Either way, good luck!

The Sale: Forever 21 Philippines' First Ever!

Wow, this weekend's going to be packed! First up, we have everybody's favorite, Forever 21, with their first ever sale from October 15-17! Get 10% off ALL regular items if you present your SM Advantage, SM Prestige, or BDO Rewards Card. Don't have one yet? Well, don't fret, my friend. The store's also offering 50% off selected items! With the already low prices going even lower, I shudder to think about the crowds that you'll encounter there. No biggie, though, because the best part of having a great find, I believe, is really having such wonderful stories to tell about how you got them (yes, you elbowed an elderly woman in the face before, I know)!

The secret is to go real early. Opening is at 9:30 so be there some time before!

Spend P5,000 or more and get 0% interest for 6 months if you pay with the credit cards above!

The Item: Opening Ceremony Caramel Loafers

I already told you about that crazy Trio Warehouse sale, but I haven't shared what I got with y'all just yet. The decision was pretty easy, really. Right when I entered the showroom, I simply knew what I was going to leave with. I went there for some Opening Ceremony shoes and after years of waiting, I finally got a pair. What thrilled me more was that it was the exact same one I wanted. You see, I already saw these beautiful caramel loafers before, but I thought the price was just too indulgent back then (P19,000++). Well, after they slashed 80% off that, it was wham, bam, thank you, ma'am. No more discussions needed and no more proof required to confirm that this indeed is the year of superbly great bargains!

Mmm, that maple brown color sure looks tasty, as does the fine detailing up front

The contrast caramel sole adds so much to the top-flight aesthetic

Look at the exquisite construction of the heel. It's all in the details, baby!

The Sale: Trio Warehouse Craziness!

Every once in a while I come across some sweet deals that I can't help but keep for myself. Yeah, I ultimately tell all you guys about it, but this last one I discovered, man, it was a real struggle. Imagine this: Brands like Paul Smith, B Store, and Opening Ceremony at 80% to 90% off? Why that's crazy talk, you guys! Only, it's not crazy; it's totally so amazingly true. Thanks to Trio Marketing, you can now get all those brands you dreamed of for practically nothing at all!

Admittedly, the shirts selections were skewed toward the larges sizes, but everything else - from the various pants to those glorious shoes - you could get your size, no problem. As you will notice, the shoe selection here got me. Opening Ceremony has been one of my favorite shoe brands for a minute now because of their classic designs with distinct style quirks. And as fate would have it, I didn't have to spend that much to get my first pair!

The Swear and B Store selections are also quite impressive. Come to think of it, remember when I told you about those hidden shoe treasures at Paul Smith in Greenbelt 5? They're almost all here! A lot of stuff for your ladies too as they have McQ by Alexander McQueen and other notable dresses. My officemate even told me one dress was featured on Preview. Nice, very nice. The greatest of bargains and all you need to do is call and make an appointment (on a weekday from 10am to 5pm). Sometimes, life really is just that generous!

The Men's department with blazers, jackets, and trousers aplenty

My favorites: the Opening Ceremony lineup (with a lot of sizes left!)

The one my friend got: Swear high-top suede sneakers!

And finally, that bronze B Store lace-up which stands out among the pack

Trio Warehouse Sale
No. 2292, Magnolia St, Dasmarinas Village
Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Call First! (+632.844.4028)

The Sale: Trilogy's Warehouse Sale

Admittedly, I've been a bit self-centered these past few weeks, with my ramblings about Hong Kong shopping and all. But now, dear readers, it's time for you to spend some money yourselves. Trilogy's having their Warehouse Sale tomorrow until Sunday with 50% to 70% off such awesome brands like Generic Surplus, Nike, Puma and Obey. I'm dropping by wallet-less just to check out the fun, but you, you come and bring some cash. I'm sure you're bound to bring home something sweet out of the store that everybody and their momma loves.

Daddy wants some new sneaks, but you kids go and have some fun!

In case you still don't know

The Sale: Theodore's 2+1 Treats!

I've not been to Theodore's for a while now and man oh man, I should drop on by soon. They're having another epic sale, all while another equally epic one is going on! Now, they're focusing on tops with a buy two-take one deal. Not bad if you consider all the sweetness they house. Oh, and if you're a big spender too, they have a 10-20-30 promo you can sink your teeth into. Yeah, moneyed or not, Theo's got you covered with its streak of giving the people what they want at great price points. Attention all other stores in the Metro, now this is how you treat your loyal customers!

The Sale: Homme et Femme Satellite Sale!

Many people ask me about the rationale of buying expensive brands. Well, for one, they're extremely well made. More often than not, if you pick the right brands to buy, you'll end up having them for years, decades even, good enough for your kids to inherit when they're grown like you. Another is because they make the best innovative and/or classic pieces that will make you stand out. Yeah, if only I had the money I would, but why all this love for pricey swag all of a sudden, you ask?

Well, Homme et Femme, my go-to shop to marvel at the works of Y-3, Commes des Garcons, and A.P.C., among others, is on the mother of all sales! I recently visited their satellite shop in Power Plant and was delighted to see shoes and bags at very generous discounts, some up to half the price off! Of course, if the base damage was huge to begin with, you're still going to have items with very hefty price tags, but if you're committed to the investment, there's no better time to get 'em than now!

The suede derby and desert boot are my two top picks!

The black Y-3 leather lace-ups are a close second

More discounted Y-3 sneakers to fulfill your heart's desire

The black Jil Sander lace-ups (non-patent!) would be great for the office!

Some fine bags for you to consider. The A.P.C. green tote is tops!

The Sale: Fred Perry Madness!

Well, well, well. If this isn't perfect timing, I don't know what is. We recently got our "we love our work" allowances at the office today and some minutes after, I get an e-mail saying that my favorite brand is on sale. Chance, coincidence, or destiny? I say all of the above, sir. Doesn't matter though if you've been recently blessed like me or not, with a lot of goods discounted up to 30% off, there's no reason to not go to Greenbelt 5 or Megamall immediately after reading this. C'mon now, do you really want to battle the mall-wide sale crowd at Megamall on Saturday? Get off your ass and go, today!

Some sweet wallets and that awesome pin set which I've been eyeing for a bit

Beautiful summer sneakers all on sale!

That red number is quite the looker. If only I didn't have a similar pair already!

An assortment of classic bags to choose from

All photos from the Laurel Shop in Greenbelt 5

The Happening: The Vans Sample Sale!

Yes, I went! And it was every bit as awesome as I expected it to be. A plethora of Vans kicks were generously spread around the Trilogy boutique - different models, different materials, different colors - making me feel like an effin' kid in a candy store. All the awesome shoes reminded me of my trip to the States where Vans was totally killing it. And the good news is, we're soon going to have these beautes in regularity!

I got the chance to talk to Rosario Herrera during my visit and she confirmed that GreyOne Social will be carrying these better-than-usual Vans come June! I personally thanked her, being a full-fledged Vans lover and all, to which she responded, "We're just trying to bring in good stuff, you know?" That you are, ma'am, that you are. Now enough of this chit-chat, if you want to have some select Vans pairs before they become available to all, drop on by Trilogy today to get your hands on 'em! Only 1 pair per style so I suggest you go early, people. Doors open at 10am!

The Sale: Vans Sample Sale at Trilogy

Y'all know how much I love Vans right? When I started this blog, I heralded it as my favorite straight up sneaker brand of all time, yes, of all time! Which is why I'm terribly excited for tomorrow's sample sale at Trilogy. Said boutique partnered up with GreyOne Social to give us a glimpse of how awesome Vans truly are. You know, unlike those generic ones from insert-name-of-local-shoe-store-here (peace!). Before you go that JT, sorry, Timbaland concert, drop on by Trilogy, bring some cash, and have a taste of the difference yourselves!



Photo courtesy of Trilogy

The Sale: Fred Perry End of Season Sale!

They're at it again, folks! Fred Perry's slashing some ridiculous amounts off their past collections and you'd be delighted to know that Laurel brand's not taking it easy! A lot of their fine stuff are going for 40% to 50% off, making checking their stores out a definite no-brainer in my estimation. My favorite shoes are actually on sale too along with other goodies, so drop on by, Freds, and spend some of that hard-earned moolah!

Charming Raf Simon x Fred Perry button down pique shirts!

Gee, the one in the middle sure looks good!