Swedish Brand J.Lindeberg Lands in the Philippines

I've known this brand for quite a while now because I often see it being worn by my Dad, Uncles and their friends when I go with them on golf rounds within city limits. They are more on an upscale classy design and not as casual as most shirts in the markets. I've seen them also worn by PGA tourney champions and players which means it's undoubtedly, one of the best.

I heard they set up shop at the SM Premier Aura and got invited to a show in BGC but I wasn't able to catch it. I did the next best thing and mad my co blogger Myke Soon of mixofeverything.blogspot.com.

Just so you know some noted celebrities have worn J. Lindeberg like Brad Pitt, Brad Pitt and Brad Pitt among others LOL. Johan Lindeberg founded this brand in 1996, launched simultaneously in Stockholm and New York. It has definitely come a long way.

Here, my friend Myke sports one of J Lindeberg's jackets that super comfy and fits him perfectly. I checked out some of their clothes and hand picked some of my favorites.

I loved this two button thread textured blue jacket that's perfect for formal to dressed occasions. You must try it on and see if the seams in the shoulder would not look too loose. The shirt on the right was also nice. Even though it's round neck it would probably show neck lines which I like on black, white and dark olive green shades. Too good in fact that I got that and took it home. :)

If I were a little thinner I would have had this one on the left. Golfers must be so thankful to the person who invented the dryfit fabric. The one on the right is a golfers shirt also. Both are pretty good.

When we visited the store in SM Aura Premier, the shirts just became sweeter. There's some top quality products here!

I also like this coat on the left which was quite unusual in color. It's not one of those black or blue ones which men usually wear. I feel the same with the shirts on this rack.

This pink shirt got my attention. I love this because of the color and the cut on the bottom which isn't too uneven. Perfect for me. Someone get this for me please. Thanks! LOL

Now this full ensemble looks really good for executives or juniors who can afford it. Simple, yet very classy. It's not too formal because of the plaid shirts used in this bit. You can even opt for the sweater if you prefer. Really good.

Classy leather shoes, non conventional colored golf shoes plus the black and white spiked ones were really nice. I like the gray one most but I bet it ain't going to be nice on real road, or walk worthy if it ain't grass.

They've got belts, caps and other accessories that you should check out too. It's logo and quality would tell you J. Lindeberg did their homework. Now that there's a brand worthy of your exquisite taste, why don't you take time off and give them a visit in Rockwell or their store in SM Aura Premier. If you want the best, J. Lindeberg has got that covered.

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iACADEMY at The N.E.W. Fashion and Beauty Fair - Rockwell Tent

I've been hearing about iACADEMY for the longest time and I've never even stepped inside their school yet.

The better alternative came to my email a few days ago when we got invited to the iACADEMY gig at The New Fashion and Beauty Fair 2013 in Rockwell Tent Makati.

The Information and Communications Technology Academy offers fashion courses aside from their current BS Animation, BS Computer Science specializing in Software Engineering, BS Information Technology specializing in Web Development, BS Business Administration specializing in Marketing and Advertising, BS Game Development (on which I want to enroll soon maybe) and AB Multimedia Arts and Design.

They don't have graduates on the Fashion Design course yet because this is their first batch, but it looks promising. The event had a part where designers would be able to showcase their clothes and model too. They've got really a full circle approach in this course where you would be able to figure out what particular field you would do good in says Ms. Nicole Aquino, Chairperson of the Fashion Program at iACADEMY Philippines. The goal is to ultimately be one of the noted Fashion Schools in the country. All fashion lovers should be in the lookout for institutions that would hone what they already have innately. Young and fresh.. they've got to follow their passion and look forward to even make their talent shine, a bit more than the usual.

They even got some pieces displayed that afternoon and I like some of them. These are students, so to see intricate work done on some of them were a welcome sight. That's the "promising" thing I mentioned a while ago. Then there was more.

I also saw Ms. Pia Gladys Perey being interviewed by ETC together with some other personalities (I did that on purpose).

I also saw Renan Jay Pacson who makes SUPERGREAT jackets. I wanted one but I'm sure it won't fit me awwww. This guy's really talented and I like the fact that most of his work is "one of a kind" so you won't see other people wearing things of the same design when you get something from him. He's won awards btw, you should look him up. Maybe I will have one custom made in my size LOL.

My First Authentic OKTOBERFEST at Sofitel Manila!

I haven't been to a real one. One that's like ahmm... what the Germans do. The usual I think in local ones only involve beer and bands only so I was so excited to hear I'll get more of that in this real deal OKTOBERFEST organized by the German Club in Sofitel Manila. 

This is their 75th year and it only calls for a huge celebration. It's also apt that they are going to hold in a great venue such as Sofitel Manila's Harbor Garden Tent. This place can literally hold 2000 people in a single night and I must say, this well attended event did not disappoint.

From long tables intended for groups, you'll feel that the whole vibe was intended to be something that would let you IN on a true blue and significant occasion for the Germans. An Asian-Hispanic boy in this event? I said why not.

So I went ahead and grabbed one of these mugs and filled it up with my favorite Lager. All in the spirit of learning and drinking culture that is definitely foreign to mine. I loved every bit of it when I saw the other components of this gig. 

The food was SUPERB. There were tons and tons of sausages, sauerkraut, breads, fruits and pastries that you would only probably see in Germany when this is celebrated. I found heaven in my plate every time I go back and forth the line and I did swear a couple of times while I was at it. Yes, THREE PLATES FULL!

I was in some way living my passion. I wanted a taste of it and now I'm already experiencing it. Thank you for this Sofitel Manila!

Stage was set and oh and before I forget, this place was really lacking in something. We forgot the Germans! =)

Opening the event was the former and current German Club President. They sort of touched us in the history of this even and how it came to the Philippines. Germans wanted this to happen because they miss it so much, they needed to bring it to our shores.

The GM of Sofitel Manila also welcomed us. We expected no less but the best 5 star quality service since they have hosted this event for a few years! This one's so good!

They taught us a few moves so we can celebrate like the Germans do it. I learned a few German words too.

Then they suddenly came in. A real deal German band!

They played all your Bavarian favorites and we all sang along no matter how it sounded awkward if sung by Asian Hispanic guys like me. I love the polkas and the skips and hops. I loved it all.

Plus look at my SAUSAGE HEAVEN!

 

Then to officially start the festival they cracked open a huge barrel. With a hammer on the right hand and a mug on the other, it started something really good. A huge celebration and party with BEER involved in it. How can that NOT be SO GOOD?!!!

Even the AZKALS Coach agrees. Prost! Zum Wohl!

We all had fun, everyone had their mugs and arms up in the air. Some people even danced on the tables for cryin out loud! =)

Now that's a party, that's a real way to celebrate OKTOBERFEST!

You have to know who you are and I really appreciate that the Germans made this their home away from home. Bringing their culture just makes the Philippines a melting pot... one which we can't deny have been for the last century. Thank you so much to the German Club and Sofitel Manila for making us a part of it. That's how I celebrated OKTOBERFEST 2013 in my part of the world. How about you? =)

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