While summertime has its downsides, we can’t forget that Cebu is an island with a tropical climate, so it’s natural that we’d still be experiencing bright, sunny days. Before the season ends, we’ve picked out some of the must-have products that would make you look like a summer island gal all throughout the year.
Crochet Bikinis from ZAFUL
For those quick trips to the beach, or even some gloomy-weathered getaways, a girl should always be prepared. These crochet bikinis have since been a trend and it never seemed to die down. As summer’s nearing its end, hurry on and grab the best ‘kinis and a pair stylish sunnies to match and indulge yourself in a sandy, wavy adventure.
Havaianas Flip-flops
Our go-to flip flop brand reveals its newest collection with designs inspired from tropical and nautical themes. Whether it may be sailing the seas on a yacht and hopping to and from a number of different islands, or strolling along the beach in your sundress, these slip-ons should be with you at all times. Inspired from that famous quote, great slippers do take you to great destinations!
Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Cucumber, and Green Tea
Check out this all-in-one moisturizing facial spray from Mario Badescu to help in renewing that fresh feeling throughout the day. You can never go wrong with a cooling facial mist that’s not only infused with nutrient-rich botanicals that hydrates, but also one that tones and re-energizes. You’re one spray away from achieving that all-day dewy finish.
Dorothy Perkins’ Spring/Summer Collection 2018
We’d never get tired of all the flowy and floral dresses in our everyday OOTDs. Dorothy Perkins’ Spring/Summer collection will give you a hard time saying goodbye to sunny days (and the scorching heat) with these ensembles inspired by the catwalk, but wearable enough for your everyday get ups. Pieces of embroidered and prairie designed tops fill this season’s picks with the assorted colors of yellow in every top, skirt, accessory and dress to give every girl that sunny feel in every outfit.
The Face Shop Watery Lip & Cheek Tint
That natural looking blush to your cheeks and brightness on your lips can be a key to reminiscing your island adventures. Its transfer proof and waterproof formula helps you survive occasional humidity in the city’s hustle and bustle. The Face Shop’s Watery Lip & Cheek tint is all you’ll need to add some color to your face the island girl way.
If it’s either making the most out of the end of this season, or strutting your summer vibes all year long, these must-haves will surely get you looking your best from head to toe!
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Ruffles
Making waves for spring, ruffles add soft romance or instant drama to any outfit.
Bold Florals
Transform simple pieces into head-turning outfits with fun and feminine florals.
The Bardot
Timeless, chic and feminine. You can’t deny the effortless glamour of a Bardot neckline.
Choker Details
The newest thing to happen to necklines is built-in choker styling. No necklace required.
The Cold Shoulder
Be a shoulder show-off. This cool cut-away detail is a quick-style-win for spring.
Fluted Sleeves
Give your sleeves some cuff love. Switch them for floaty, fluted and fashion-forward versions.
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Love for Fashion and Shopping
Love for fashion is a bond shared by Ayala and its customers. Ayala has long been an icon of style in the Queen City of the South. The mall is home to big global brands and locally celebrated shops as well. With over 90 brands housed exclusively in Ayala Center Cebu, it brings in the perfect merchandise mix of cost-conscious and premium brands, to high-end fashion boutiques and specialty stores that meet the needs of every market.
Ayala Center Cebu, as the purveyor of fashion in Cebu, continues to bring the best of the world to the region as it becomes home to global retail giants such as the biggest store of Zara and H&M in the Philippines, hip fashion brands and their new concept stores like Pull&Bear and Bershka, and premium offerings from A/X, Dorothy Perkins, Marks and Spencer, Lacoste, Vero Moda, Aeropostale, Herschel, and Cotton On, to name a few. Ayala addresses the needs of its different markets with its two anchor department stores and supermarket chains, Rustan’s and Metro.
Love for Food
Love for food brings families and friends together. The Terraces, the refreshed Food Choices, and the Garden Area at the 4th level have a wide array of local and international food choices, making Ayala Center Cebu the preferred dining destination.
For that Italian fix, choose from Italianni’s, La Tegola, Sbarro, or Idea Italia. Satisfy one’s cravings for Asian cuisine from Harbour City, Rai Rai Ken, Lemon Grass, SumoSam, Majestic or Tsim Sha Tsui Dimsum & Tea Bar. If in the mood for American, there’s Bigby’s, TGI Friday’s or Army Navy, while if it’s Filipino dishes that everyone’s craving for, Café Laguna, Max’s, and Hukad serve great choices for local cuisine. Desserts from La Vie Parisienne, Dessert Factory, Chocolatier, Vanille or Fudge provide a sweet ending to a sumptuous meal.
Love for Art, Entertainment and Good Times
Love for quality time with family and friends is a top priority at Ayala Center Cebu. Well- thought-of and specially designed areas around the mall serve as bonding and entertainment spaces where everyone can take quick breaks from the daily grind.
The open-air Terraces provides a breath of fresh air in the thriving metropolis. It is the perfect place to relax and unwind while enjoying a meal or a cup of coffee. The Terraces also serves as a venue for various mall shows and concerts featuring local and foreign acts.
Being a passionate supporter of local artistry and creativity, Ayala Center Cebu provides a venue for budding and established artists alike to showcase their artwork. “Art at the Park” is an opportunity for mallgoers can be able to appreciate art up close. The thought-provoking stonecast installations and sculptures by Cebuano artist Juan Guido Lubanga are currently on display at the 4th level Garden Area and The Terraces.
Ayala’s interiors are furnished with pieces by outstanding Cebuano furniture designer Vito Selma. Some of Selma’s works are exhibited in the ground floor of the expansion area, while his wooden benches called “Nessie” provide a place where shoppers can rest and lounge in. Recently, Selma created and designed Ayala’s Christmas tree, which featured his signature geometric creations.
The mall is also known for its world-class architecture – a combination of the contemporary and homey ambience. The façade of the expansion area and interiors of the entire mall strongly reflect its upscale nature. The high ceilings and wide hallways flaunt spaciousness while the open spaces and lush landscaping surrounding the mall create a sense of freshness – the perfect place to hang out and rekindle relationships with family and friends.
Love for Customer Service and Inclusiveness
Ayala Center Cebu’s customers can be assured of superior customer service through its Ü -First Campaign, the mall’s continuing program which provides specifically-designated facilities and amenities for the elderly, families and persons with disabilities from comfort rooms to taxi lanes. The campaign ensures that each customer gets personalized and quality service. Concierge Services are located in areas with high pedestrian traffic to give shoppers a pleasurable and hassle-free mall experience.
It also offers a tourist desk, concierge, valet, customer lounges and family lounges that include a kid’s zone and breastfeeding rooms for public convenience. Ayala Center Cebu’s two-level PUV terminal is an accessible commuters’ facility with an organized loading and unloading system with routes to different parts of Metro Cebu and its neighboring towns. A chapel is conveniently located at the 4th level of the expansion area for shoppers who want to reflect on the Word and hear mass every Saturday and Sunday.
Last year, Ayala Center Cebu was recognized for its excellent service as well as its world-class architecture. Among these awards are the 2015 Apolinario Mabini Award as the PWD-Friendly Establishment (Bronze award), a Gold Award in the Renovations and Expansions Design and Development Category at the 2015 Asia Pacific Shopping Center Awards competition of The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) for its expansion area, and Trip Advisor’s Certificate of Excellence.
There’s love waiting to be discovered in every corner of Ayala Center Cebu.
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THE ROLL NECK
Great wardrobes are created from the best foundations. The roll neck is the season’s most multi-talented staple and will take you seamlessly from day to after dark.
THE SKINNY PANT
The Skinny Pant will be your go-to trouser this season. Creating a slim silhouette, it looks perfect paired with shirts, blouses and knitwear.
THE WRAP
Ideal for those in-between weather days, the wrap will cocoon you in style. Cinch with a belt and layer with lightweight knits and shirts to nail the look.
THE PINNY DRESS
A fresh take on the classic shift, this year’s pinafore looks great teamed with blouses and roll necks. Add tights and a broad brimmed hat when the temperature drops.
THE NEW BODYCON
Every wardrobe needs a hint of va va voom and this season’s bodycon dress is the definition of boardroom to bar chic.
THE TOTE BAG
A bag that carries around your entire life deserves plenty of consideration. These totes are the perfect blend of both form and function, and will soon become your best friend.
THE A-LINE SKIRT
Flattering, feminine and eternally modern, the A-line skirt is a no-brainer. Wear yours with tights and boots for effortless cold weather elegance or layer with a jacket for an easy look to bridge the seasons.
THE 70S BLOUSE
Channel the golden days of 70s glamour this season with a romantic, full sleeved blouse.
FUR COAT
Looking for an instant, throw-on way into evening? Step forward the faux fur coat – guaranteed to make you feel party- ready.
THE ANKLE BOOT
Style yourself from the feet up with the perfect pair of ankle boots. Adding the finishing touch to everything from the A- line skirt to the Skinny Pant, you’ll never regret the investment.
DOROTHY PERKINS
G/F Paseo Ciudad, Ayala Center Cebu
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Indulge in the ultimate holiday shopping experience with the soft opening of Rustan’s Department Store on December which will house three floors of prestigious brands and exclusive finds for discerning shoppers. More welcome additions to the city’s growing retail scene are the store openings of global brands such as Cotton On, Dorothy Perkins, General, Mothercare and Urban Apparel among others plus homegrown brands like Sunnies Studio to cater to different needs and evolving lifestyles.
Delight the palate with an assortment of new dining establishments and concepts around the mall with restaurants, pastry shops and resto-lounges adding color to Cebu’s culinary landscape. Discover the distinct flavors of Planet Grapes, Treat Street Café, The Social, Maple, New Orleans, La Vie Parisienne, Burger King plus more options at the 4th level’s Food Choices.
Running from December 3 to 10, find the best holiday gifts at the Christmas Expo located at Level 1 Rotunda Area, near Guess. A bazaar of gift ideas, different gift-wrapping materials and Noche Buena baskets are up for grabs.
Enjoy a series of jolly events this season to be ushered in by the annual Ayala Malls’ Christmas Concert 2014. On December 6 and 7, experience a unique jazz musical dubbed “Frankly Speaking” at the Activity Center with shows at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Fuelled by Frank Sinatra’s eternal hits, ‘Frankly Speaking’ will feature international tap-dance artist Omar Edwards and STEPS Dance Studio.
On December 12 to 15, join the Christmas rush at Ayala Center Cebu’s mall-wide Holiday Sale. Find the greatest deals and get ready for exciting surprises during the 3-day event. Kicking off the festivities on December 12 will be a free concert featuring one of OPM’s most prolific balladeers, Basil Valdez.
As a way of showing its gratitude and spreading more holiday cheer, Ayala Center Cebu will be providing perks and privileges to its valued shoppers. Enjoy free giftwrapping services for the whole month of December at Level 1 (near Mango) when you present a minimum purchase receipt of P500. Get a free shuttle ride from December 12-15 and 19-21 to Fuente, Labangon, Talamban, Mandaue and Consolacion with a single purchase receipt of P500. For added convenience, mall hours will be extended until 10 p.m. from December 12 – 23 and until 12 midnight on December 20.
‘Tis really the season to be merry at Ayala Center Cebu, where there is more to explore. For more information, please contact the Ayala Concierge hotline at 231 5342 to 44 local 350. For the latest updates, like Ayala Center Cebu on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AyalaCebu or follow @AyalaCenterCebu on Twitter and Instagram.
