An Afternoon with Philippine Football Legends

Brought to you by Montblanc Parfums

The Collaboration

Lux Asia engaged the Advertising Rockstars of Leung de Leon Marketing to organize an afternoon with Philippine Football Legends, Aly Borromeo, Anton del Rosario and their fans.

The set-up

Montblanc Legend

The Montblanc Legend reflects the contemporary elegance of the brand – modern and timeless yet mysterious.

The Legend man is confident, mysterious and is an effortlessly virile man who lives in the moment and seizes the day.

The giveaways

Philippine Football Legends

Aly Borromeo and Anton del Rosario are members of the Philippine National Football Team, Azkals. Aly was the former team captain of the Azkals. Both are instrumental to the success of football in the country and the progress of the national football team.

Anton del Rosario & Aly Borromeo

The Event

Aly and Anton both arrived at the SM Mall of Asia in mysterious chauffer driven black sedans.

Eager fans lined up at the Montblanc booth in the newly renovated department store to have their photos taken with the Philippine Football Legends and heartthrobs.

They tirelessly posed for photos with fans and never hesitated to sign autographs, that’s a Legend man!

The Legend Men - Anton del Rosario & Aly Borromeo

Anton & Aly with Luxasia

Anton & Aly with the Advertising Rockstars of Leung de Leon Marketing

Anton del Rosario, Leung de Leon Marketing's Creative Director - Theresa Leung, & Aly Borromeo

Fans waiting for printed copies of their photos with the Philippine Football Legends

An autographed bottle of the Montblanc Legend by Anton & Aly

Philippine Football Legends & heartthrobs, Anton del Rosario & Aly Borromeo with signed footballs for lucky fans

*Photos taken by Timothy Duenas

R&R at the Rooftop Rendezvous Shopping Soiree

There’s sunshine after the rain (typhoon Mario took Metro Manila by surprise). This is true for Theresa Leung, Claudine de Leon, Noelle Hilario (Advertising Rockstars of Leung de Leon Marketing and chief curators) and guests of the Rooftop Rendezvous Shopping Soiree by RR Lifestyle Events, held at the Century City Mall Event Center on Saturday, September 24, 2014. The place was buzzing all day with fashionistas, foodies and home decorating aficionados that flocked to their favorite brands’ booths.

Theresa Leung, Noelle Hilario & Claudine de Leon; the Advertising Rockstars of Leung de Leon Marketing and Chief Curators of the Rooftop Rendezvous: Shopping Soiree

Century City Mall Event Center packed with merchants and shoppers

Fashion model Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez of TdLG launched her new collection of accessories at the event, her gold bangles and drop earrings were scene-stealers along with her signature pieces of unique necklaces made with wood and semi precious stones. Award-winning jewelry designer, Ann Ong, showcased her bold gold-dipped metal pieces while Stockton Row featured fun pieces that one can mix and match. Seasons Collection had gold pendants that are ideal for gifting a godson or goddaughter and pearl accessories for keeps. Beach lovers were happy to see stylish resort, swim and surf essentials from Brown Belly, Quiver, Coast Thru Life, and sunnies from Proof Eyewear. Functionality and design were features of light, comfortable and stylish dresses of Exhale Manila that were loved by practical fashionistas while Astrid by John Paras had chic dresses that can be worn from day to night. MCV Designs had an array of fans and bags made using local techniques and products.

Fashion Model & Accesories Designer, Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez 

Brown Belly

Madette Leung of Seasons Collections

The men fled to Fledge Clothing for button-down collared shirts with unique patterns and Obbo for fun printed sports socks. Carabao workshop showcased Filipino craftsmanship with shoes and bags that are made from Carabao leather both for men and women while Halo + Halo made recycling fashionable with their everyday and travel bags.

Fledge Clothing

Carabao Workshop

Foodies got their sweet fix from Coco Dolce Chocolates made with premium local cacao from Mindanao using only organic coconut sugar, cream based dips & pate from Dibs and with something better than a brownie from Bucky’s. The Daily Jusa was essential to keeping the guests hydrated and Vino2Go had the perfect wine and beer glasses for wanderlusts.

Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez with Coco Dolce Chocolates' Petteri & Joyce Makitalo

Bucky's Not a Brownie

The Wareshop and Crafthsmith Living’s booths were aptly the most decorated with one of a kind pieces and trinkets for the home. Amber Lights Laguna candles are made from soy that doesn’t leave residues and completely burns, which made them a hit to the home aficionados.

Melissa Orozco and Kaity Chua of The Wareshop

Craftsmith Living

Those that want to make a great impression had personalized stamps and embossers made from The Best Impressions. Jet setters adored and purchased travel essentials from Anma Lifestyle while moms fell in love with baby carries from Saya. Fille et Fils provided aromatherapy using natural and pure essential oils along with their fresh and clean eau de toilette line. De Boer Organiques showcased their all-natural home and body care products that triggered some giggles from happy shoppers.

Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez with Trisha and Tricia of Fille et Fil

The Best Impressions

Guests were delighted to hear great OPM music from the Philippines’ King of RnB, JayR with SCENT-sational Mica Javier (who launched MNL her new line of fragrances) and the rest of the Homeworkz’ artists – Kley, Kat Lopez and Q York. Shoppers were spoiled with goodies from Belo Essentials SunExpert, Strip, Obbo Socks and free coffee from Kape Ko.

Model/Singer/Entrepreneur, Mica Javier of MNL Fragrances & the Philippines' King of RnB, JayR

Mica Javier, Corrine Javier, Sam Javier and Dyords Javier

Kim Jones, Mica Javier, Samantha Valenciano and Arianna Colamonici

Jackie Cohen-Antonio & Marco Antonio

Phoemela Baranda

Theresa Leung and Monica Araneta

Lui Villaruz and Theresa Leung

Watch out for our next event and rendezvous point! For more information follow @rrlifestyleevents on Instagram and check out #RooftopRendezvous and #RR.

*Photos c/o Digiprint and Hashtag Hound the official photo social media partner of the event

LDL Summer 2014

Our summer destination for 2014 was Negros Oriental and Cebu, our home-base during the trip was Dumaguete. 

We met a lot of interesting people and made friends with beautiful creatures - 

Dolphins in Bais Bay

We were happy to see one!

And then there were about 30 dolphins!!!

Surreal! They were swimming right by our boat!

Whale Sharks in Oslob

Meet the newest member of our team, Mr. Whaleshark! ;)

Where to eat in Oslob:

Right by the shore and beside the Whale Shark briefing center -

Yummy shrimp from Paul & Madz Eatery

Grilled Rockfish from Sunrise Grill Haus

Turtles in Apo Island

Noelle with Mr. Turtle

Theresa with Mr. Turtle

Claudine with Mr. Turtle

It's more fun in the Philippines - 

Dumaguete and its eats

The famous Rizal Boulevard - stretches 780 meters long and is considered the "the show window of Dumaguete City"

Fish and squid balls along the Boulevard!

Silliman University - First private American Protestant University in Asia

The best sans rival and sylvanas we've tasted! 

Panda's fried ice cream! Another must eat!

Beat the heat with a Pina Colada from Coco Amigos!

Great food presentation in Kri Restaurant, really good food too!

Paco Salad of Kri Restaurant

Mooon cafe for Mexican! Order the chile con carne!

Dumaguete Express with Bagnet from Lab-as!

Manjuyod sand bar and Apo Island and its clear waters

High tide in Manjuyod Sand Bar

Noelle, Theresa and Claudine in Manjuyod Sand Bar

Have lunch on the boat! Buy food in the Swiss Deli in Dumaguete!

Turtles in the clear waters of Apo Island

Apo Island

Apo Island Resort

Tumalog falls and its enchanted nature

This is the road that leads to the falls, you have to ride a habal habal to get there.

Theresa, Noelle and Claudine in Tumalog Falls

TIPS:

Where to stay in Dumaguete:

La Residencia Almar is a small but cozy hotel by the Boulevard

Sunrise! Pick the room with a view!

Sunset view from our hotel room!

Van rental - eats and sights along the way:

Mang Robert took care of us and booked our pump boats from Dumaguete to Bais / Majuyod and Apo Island. He also brought us to Oslob, Cebu via RORO.

Mang Robert's in-van entertainment, Karaoke! His Jose Mari Chan (who is from Dumaguete) songs were a hit to us! 

RORO ride to Oslob Cebu

Bodbod sa Tanjay from this Manong on the way to Bais/Majuyod!

Must visit on the way to dolphin watching: Central Azucarera de Bais - Negros Oriental's industry pioneer, established in 1918 by the Compania General de Tabacos de Filipinas (Tabacalera) as its first sugar mill.

Additional Info:

* Suggest you take the 9/10:30AM ferry to Oslob, Cebu from Dumaguete (30 min ride) and 3PM ferry back.

* Both Whale Watching and Tumalog Falls are in Oslob, Cebu

* Van Rental in Dumaguete: Robert Placencia +63926 876 6873

Reminders

Whale Watching
1. It's only up to 12nn so plan your trip for the morning
2. Bring a wet bag for your valuables if you are going to need them on the boat; and soap, shampoo and towel so you can shower in the rinse area
3. Best to bring your own snorkeling gear and fins

Tumalog Falls
1. Entrance is P20 per person
2. Habal habal ride is P50 roud trip per person, P100 if from the highway
3. Bamboo raft / barge is P100
4. Bring snacks and towel

Apo Island
Best to bring your own snorkeling gear and booties

Check out the LDL Summer 2014 video too!