Welcome Home Sis

One of my most awaited event for 2012 is my eldest sister and her family's one month vacation her in Pinas. I just miss my super cute and smart nephew, Craigee. It's also the part of the year where i see my parents the happiest, since it is also the only time that our family is complete. If i were to ask..i really wanted them just to stay and live here, but my sister and brother-in-law was really blessed with a good paying job in Dubai which they can't just really leave.

Photos of the Day

Me with Kimi and my "Santino" look alike nephew, Craige

They missed each other so much

Craige and Kimi busy with their Lola's ITouch

My super cute nephew, Craige

Our Pasalubong from The Cenedoza's

Luckily my sister works in Chalhoub Group Dubai, leading distributor of Luxury Brands in the Middle East. The reason why we have great "pasalubongs" every year.

For Hubby

Lacoste Sports Navigator 2010506

Our (Me and my Kids) Christmas Gift for Hubby

Cerruti 1881 Leather Wallet

Tumi 60GB Data Vault with Leather Case

For Me and Khloe

DKNY Be Delicious Perfume Collection

Benefit Posie Tint and Benefit Finding Mr. Bright

Additional Swarovski Collection
"This is my favorite!..Thanks So Much Sis!!!

Philips and Swarovski Active Crystal USB Memory Key

Swarovski

More Photos Here

Welcome home Sis and Thanks so much for all the gifts.

Looking forward for our sister bonding...

can't wait for our Divi shopping and Rebonding.

Another Swarovski Collection from Sister

I'm so excited because my sister, together with his hubby and my handsome nephew, will spend a month vacation here in the Philippines this coming January 2012. Our family will be complete once more and we'll definitely have another bonding fun. Plus they'll be staying at our new house and Kimi will have a playmate for a month. Another thing that excites me...is my sisters "pasalubong" for me....a new set of Swarovski Jewelry. I so love collecting Swarovski stuff...unfortunately Swarovski still don't have any distributor or store here in the Philippines. So BIG THANKS to my sister who never forgets to bring me one...

Isn't it nice? Love it!

Chalhoub Group Dubai Mid Year Sale

I was informed by my sister that the company she's working for, Chalhoub Group Dubai, will be having a 2 day Mid Year Sale this coming June 3 & 4, 2011. I was excited because i know Swarovski Collection will be included in the upcoming sale. As of my previous blogs i become interested and started collecting Swarovski Items. Unfortunately, Swarovski doesn't have an outlet in the Philippines and too bad i forgot to request  a Swarovski earring on my hubby's last US Vegas trip. 

Details of the Sale

What: Chalhoub Group Mid-year Sale 2011
When: June 3 (3:30pm to 8:00pm) and June 4 (10:00am to 7:00pm)
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre, as usual
What to expect: Every brand the Chalhoub Group distributes in Dubai at 80% off
What to bring: Cash, credit card, anything you could use to purchase designer gear
What not to bring: Kids under 12 years old, because they mess up the shopping experience

Since i still don't have earrings in my collection i immediately surf through Swarovski Site and Here's what i found and definitely love to have...

Approx Php 3,290.00

Approx Php 3,525.00

Approx Php 5,170.00

Approx Php 26,790.00

Maybe I'll have the cross necklace or the watch next time because i still need to save big time. But for now i love to have either of the two crystal earrings. Hoping it's included on the sale (cross finger)

Thanks in advance Sis...

Pasalubong from my Sis Family

My sister and brother-in-law once more brought me great gifts from Dubai. My sister knew that i was collecting Original Swarovski Stuff's so they gave me something to add for my collection. 

Set of gifts i received from my sister and her family....

My requested Swarovski Ring

My Benefit Benetint (highly recommended!)

why we love it:

Our original rose-tinted stain is kiss-proof, see-through color for lips and cheeks. It's the sexiest flush you can get from a bottle!

what else you need to know:

Naturally sheer and sexy on all complexions...innocent yet provocative. Originally created for an exotic dancer in the 1970's, benetint has soared to cult fave status. It's loved by celebs, makeup artists and gals around the world! This rosy glow lasts for hours.

When it comes to Blush On, Benetint is one of the best. It's a Lip and Cheeks tint. It gives a long lasting natural pinch of pink blush on your cheeks. It adopts and blends to any skin complexion

Cute Swarovski Pen

Uber cute and so kikay Active Crystals Philips Swarovski Earphones

PURE CRYSTAL SOUND

Designed for premium sound performance

Functionality at its ultimate.Fantasy at its brightest.From now on, a 

sensational connection between Philips and Swarovski brings 

technology to new heights of enjoyment.Its name, Active Crystals.

FINEST BEAUTY

- Fully facetted, exclusive cut Silver Shade crystal dome

- Stainless steel body and fabric cable

PREMIUM SOUND QUALITY

- Exclusively developed cable perfectly links to your audio

- Neodymium drivers deliver powerful balanced sound

- Perfect in-ear seal blocks exceptional noise

- The precise design directs high definition sound

ULTIMATE WEARING COMFORT

- Ultra-soft silicon caps sit comfortably in your ears

- This ergonomic design will fit perfectly into your ear canal

Lancome Pink Travel Makeup Kit

Again thanks so much sis and bro-in-law for all the gifts.

Welcome Home Sister

It's already Friday, the long wait is over, my sister and her family is already home. I'm so happy because our family is complete again. Can't really wait to bond with them again and of course for our long awaited new family picture ("yehey!!!).

My cute nephew "Craigee"

Cousin Craigee and Kimi enjoying each others company

So cute cousins

and of course my sister and brother-in-law always has "pasalubongs" for us which includes:

DKNY Perfume for Elg
Acqua De Parma for Daddy
YSL Perfume for Hubby
Lancome Miracle Perfume for Mommy

For Me:
Benefint Benetint
Swarovski Ring
Swarovski Pen
Swarovski Philips Earphones
Lancome Travel Makeup

Thanks so much sis and bro for all the wonderful gifts...

Swarovski Collection

Before I'm not really a jewelry fan, but when my sister gave me Swarovski Jewelries I then started to LOVE IT and wanted more for collection. I adore every piece that my sister has given me, good thing she has good taste and I love u Sis for that. 

My sister works in Dubai at Chalhoub Group,

"Created by Mr and Mrs Michel Chalhoub in 1955, the Chalhoub Group is recognized as one of the leading forces in the luxury business in the Middle East. Maintaining its family owned heritage, today the group specializes in the retail and distribution of renowned brands within the sectors of Beauty, Fashion and Gifts.

Representing a portfolio of over 280 luxury brands, a presence in 14 countries and the management of over 350 retail outlets, a passion for building brands is our very essence. The Group partners with prestigious houses such as Baccarat, Christofle, Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton and Nina Ricci, to name only a few.

Understanding market specificities and consumer preferences, brand building is at the pulse of every activity. From a stronghold in local and regional distribution to the creation of luxurious retail destinations, the Chalhoub Group’s adaptable approach ensures each brand flourishes within the local and regional context.

Today a team of 5 800 highly skilled and dedicated people are an extension of the Chalhoub family, to which the group attributes its over 55 years of success. Professionalism and passion paralleled by the values of respect, entrepreneurial spirit and excellence, are the trademarks of the Chalhoub Group."

The reason why every time her family visits here for a vacation she has lots of luxury branded gifts for us (like watches, perfume, jewelries, makeup, bags etc.). Good thing she has 25% off on any of their luxury brand products. L’Occitane, Lacoste, Geox, Benefit, Dior, Lancome, L’Oreal, CK, Louis Vitton, Carolina Herrera, Ralph Lauren, Guess, Esprit, Tag Heuer, Swarovski are only few of the luxury brands they handle and distribute.

This coming 22nd of April 2011, my sister will be coming home for a 1 month vacation. She's asking me what "pasalubong" i want, Since I'm starting to have a Swarovski Collection and i still don't have a Swarovski Ring, I told her i want a ring. .

What is Swarovski?

Known for its elegant swan logo, Swarovski is a respectable name known within the luxury jewelry industry. Swarovski produces a range of lead crystals and other related products. They are known for their well crafted, precision-cut lead crystals.

Daniel Swarovski (1862-1956), born to a glass cutter who worked for the Austrian Monarchy, patented the electric cutting machine that produced lead crystal glass jewelry. Swarovski is a private company that was founded in 1895 and is headquartered in Austria.

Swarovski is a luxury brand that produces the fine precision cut lead glass crystals.

Because of Swarovski's high precision cut, they are known for their beauty, reflection, radiance and clarity. They contain 32 percent lead, which maximizes the crystal's refraction.

Here's the emailed picture of the Swarovski ring that my sister bought me and i so over dooper love it!!! 

original price is AED 445 (Php 4,895)
with 25% discount
AED 334 (Php 3,674)

My starter Swarovski Collection

Rhodium Plated? 

Rhodium is a precious metal, a member of the platinum family. Rhodium electroplating is used, especially on jewelry, to provide a surface that will resist scratches and tarnish, and give a white, reflective appearance.Rhodium plating is most often found on white gold. The term white gold is something of a misnomer. Gold is actually yellow, what jewelers call white gold today is an alloy (mixture) of gold and a white metal - usually nickel, silver, or palladium (another member of the platinum family). Metals known as white are actually more of a gray color, so white gold has a yellowish cast. The higher the karat weight, the more gold there is in the alloy, the more yellow the cast appears. Since the wearer of white gold is looking for a bright white look, a very thin layer of rhodium electroplating is used to make that jewelry shine. White gold plated with rhodium will also keep its good looks longer - rhodium will not tarnish or discolor, and since it is a harder substance, it is much less likely to get scratched.

So excited for my sis and her family's vacation here. Cant wait to see them again. 

Anther great bonding for the Gonzales Family. 

See you sis and thanks for everything. 

our happy family

My Swarovski Collection

I sooo love all my sis Swarovski gifts...really love to have a swarovski collection...so whoever wants to give.. im really willing to receive...hehehe...

My Cute Swarovski Collection