Monday, May 20, 2013

Moments with SJP and My Turn at SATC.

I will tell you this now, you may think that I am very lucky to have bumped in and have quite a number of photos of and with Sarah Jessica Parker but I am not as lucky as my other friends. Will tell you more about them in a while. 

Janina has got it worse than I do though. The SJP bug bit her hard. She was feverish, shaking, crying, not eating, not speaking and Steffie and I were a bit scared of what would become of her when we do get to bump into SJP. 

In the beginning, we were quite sure we didn't have a chance because she is one of the BIGGEST celebs in the world. We assumed she would go thru the secret entrance to the hotel but on the evening of her arrival, I was waiting in the lobby for my ride. I noticed too many hotel managers waiting around the entrance of the lobby. My Sex and The City radar went full blast and I knew who I was going to see in a matter of minutes. 

Then she arrived. She was wearing a sundress with a sweater over and black shoes (a bit of heels and closed toe). There was a photographer so she put on her shades. She proceeded to the elevator but stopped by the corridor when she heard the orchestra playing New York, New York. Afterwards, she and her gang applauded. I found that very humbling. It is one thing for a top Hollywood celebrity to give acknowledgment to something as simple as music being played in the background. But kudos to The Peninsula Manila for being so welcoming. Very smart move. 

That night, I heard that Bandila of ABS-CBN used my photo of SJP. My friend Ces Drilon saw it in my instagram. So many people called to tell me about it. 

I thought, THAT was IT. 

Nix Alanon, Malu Gamboa, Rajo Laurel and most specially, Pam Quinones. They had one on one with SJP. They shared a meal, laughs, stories and shopping moments. 

Photo by Rajo Laurel

Photo by Rajo Laurel

Photo by Rajo Laurel

Photo by Rajo Laurel

Photo by Rajo Laurel

The next day, my gang and I were having our usual lunch at the Lobby when SJP entered the hotel. This was after her lunch with Pam, Rajo, Nix, etc.

As she passed our table, I kindly asked her if it was alright if we presented her a few gifts. She was nice enough to say yes for as long as we hurry as she had to shower for the SM Aura opening. 



At SM Aura, Steffie, Janina and I were very very very lucky to have been given permission to go inside the Prestige Lounge for a photo op. Thank you so much for this gift, Debbie and Harley Sy. You guys are the best. More pandesal coming your way. haha. 

Here's DS with SJP. 

Here's our moment with her. We wanted to die. I hate her waistline, it's one of my thighs. 

Cropping everyone out. Hahaha. I truly need an iPhone 5 for better photo results. Paging SMART. I think it's about time. (hint hint)

While waiting for her to pass by, I spotted this and wanted so much to buy it. Moroccan argan creme shampoo. Sounds delightful. 


Anyway, watch this for that special moment when you see SJP walk the floor of SM Aura.


After her one on one with press people, she came out for the Q and A portion hosted by the goddess Joey Mead King. Here she is wearing a Rhett Eala piece.


We love you SJP!

When we had our photo, SJP secretly whispered to me asking if I would like to be part of the SATC gang. I said no but after much pushing, I finally agreed. Here's our poster for an upcoming movie. #choz

Photo(shop) by Maco Custodio.

Janina overheard us talking and even though she wasn't invited, she crashed the photoshoot. 
Photo by Maco Custodio. Photo bomb by Janina Dizon.


Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Jenni Epperson Makes Shopping Fun.

It was a bit of a boring day until it was time to go to The Ramp for the launch of Jenni Epperson's Lifestyle Pop Up Store. 

When I got to The Ramp, the place was packed. I wanted to shop so while waiting for the show to begin, I looked around and saw the kaftans of JE.

I wanted to try them on but the place was full and I was afraid I would miss the show. 



Unfortunately, I couldn't find where the home accessories were located. That way, I could have bought more without having to wait in line at the cashier. 

Finally, the show started.

Xandra Ramos welcomed us. She is wearing a JE short kaftan and JE shoes. 

The first model to walk the runway was Aryana Epperson, JE's daughter. 

Good friend, Ria Bolivar wearing the SOLD OUT shoes that everyone seemed to have bought after the show. I didn't because I wouldn't be able to pull it off. 



If there were any men in the audience, they probably drooled when the models came out wearing nude leotards. I think they are Spanx but I am not sure.

Here's more (or less) of another model wearing JE's clothing and accessory line. 

 


 


AND THEN........Direk Robby decides to give the gays and gals something to REALLY drool over. 






My choice (as if I had any) is Renan Corbani. He is such a cutie!!!! #kumu-cougar


My loot includes these three kinds of trays with matching coasters. As soon as I showed them to my sisters, I was left with none. 



I went back to The Ramp but everything I wanted is SOLD OUT so I texted JE and she assured me that the new batch will soon come out. 

I can't wait.

Congratulations Jenni Epperson and Xandra Ramos for a very successful venture. 

All Men Should Go Through This.

Dear Men of the planet Earth,

For those times that you were a bit of a jerk or an A-hole to your Mom, Wife, Girlfriend, Daughter, Nieces and even Mistress, watch this and rethink your attitude towards the WOMEN of this world. 


And that's what we have to go thru to give you guys a daughter/son. 

OK.Thanks.bye.

Be nice Because Candy Says So.