The World Building and Construction Exposition 2012!

From last year's World Bazaar Festival and showing of over 200,000 people who walked through 700 stores, stalls and stations; this year would even be BIGGER and BETTER as the World Building and Construction Exposition 2012 (WORLDBEX 2012) open up its doors from March 14 to 18, 2012 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila's East Wing, Philippine Trade Training Center. At the eve of the seemingly booming construction/architectural business in country they have completely made this a very important occasion in anyone's calendar; and by far this is one of the interesting events from WORLDBEX International; the country's premier building exposition authority.

They now have separated the venue to simple, logical and functional entities. The Furniture Gallery which now contains moveable art/classical/modern designs, Architects’ and Interior Designers’ Gallery which contains the world class pieces of renowned designers here and abroad plus the Grand Embassy Pavilion that will be billeted by embassies/international entities showcasing their wares and technologies to the enjoyment of the public. This will surely spark the interest of dealers here and abroad; everyone will converge in WTC in those said dates! This year's theme promptly called BUILDING THE FUTURE will surely contain in a nutshell what this event is all about. It's nation building and how the construction business' role in the lives of Filipinos - non Filipinos alike will take shape and form from the projects that they are doing now. They are also supporting new talent through Obra Maestra: Disenio Ecologico where interior design students show their best together with construction supply giant Wilcon Depot and the Council of Interior Design Educators. This will definitely be a great exposition in March! We can't wait for it!

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David Archuleta for Bench Fix Professional

It was the last public performance of one great American Idol that visited the Philippines, he is David Archuleta. Throngs of fans, models, executives were there to witness the launch of BENCH FIX Professional's latest endorser; and boy did he not disappoint! It was my first time to see this guy in the flesh so forgive me if I sound like a fan but I do follow him on twitter since time in memorial. I'm so impressed with BENCH's lineup, imagine a few months ago they had appeared in America's Next Top Model, then the gorgeous Michael Trevino, then a collaboration with artists from Secret Fresh, then the pretty Hollywood sweetheart Lucy Hale... now comes David Archuleta. Oohh the list goes on and on!

His preppy look resonates and his youth seems so overwhelming and a lot of people consider him more than an idol... I'm not surprised! Today he's doing some stints in TV5 for a new soap called Nandito Ako which I had a chance to see (the trailer) a few days ago. I'm sure a lot of guys and gals would want to get their hands on the Nandito Ako sa Bench shirt that they released for this cute guy. Man crush LOL!

The event started; on stage were five doors with a classroom scene in play. Huge runway on front signifies that there will be some other things shown aside from David... yes it's gonna be some of those things you've seen in their summer collection.

This grand launch is still part of BENCH's 25th year celebration!

Yes, I ran after these gorgeous models before they went on stage to take a closer look at their collection. They definitely did not shy away from plaids, prints and colors this season! Oooh I can't wait to see what will come out on the catwalk!

Gorgeous gorgeous girls, I can't really take my eyes out of one of the Brazilians! She was too perfect!

She's one of the girls I was able to see earlier, did the printed necktie cum belt work?! I dunno! But I love the shorts and blouse. A hint of color blocking seems to be still in season.

Loud bright colors and plaids for men, not bad. :) You probably need a hunky physique to come with that so you can carry it well.

I love the prints! I also like the preppy look for men, it's easy and quite achievable with even your old clothes via layering.

Checkered and floral, for that summery look! :)

If you are out in town and just going to pick up something, or a better alternative to ordinary day wear... then this is the perfect ensemble! Nice and easy to dress up even on a sunny day!

Smart Casual, still looking so chic when you get it from BENCH stores.

But the look I love so much is the preppy summer easy going look. If this is going to be a staple in my closet I'd love to lounge around in those raised pants and colorful tops. The best thing is they've also got these things in affordable prices! Make sure you check them out in stores!

Bench also got one of the premier Cheering SQUADS in the land... THE UE PEP SQUAD!

I love it! They got my alma mater represented in the event! :) Go fight RED and WHITE!

Aren't they gorgeous?! :)

It's HIS Time!

Then came DAVID ARCHULETA!

Well I can't really tell how much his fans screamed when he came out so I'm getting you the next best thing... how about we watch this video of his performance in that same event! =)

SURPRISE! =)

Nandito Ako =) And without slang on his Filipino eh!? :)

And this was the instant that he waved back at me when I asked him to stop for a photo on stage while performing! =)

More of David Archuleta's Photos!

Talented, Cute and HE loves BENCH, and BENCH FIX Professional...
what more can anyone ask for?!

Check out BENCH FIX Professional products out on stores nationwide! Capisce?!

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EMPOWER by Dingdong Dantes for BENCH™

As grand as the stage at the Mall of Asia Atrium, it was hightime that Bench comes out with a new offering this Summer. This marks a launch of a scent that defines one of BENCH ™ endorsers; Mr. Dingdong Dantes. If you feel the greatness, if you feel strong and invincible only one word comes into mind; and that ladies and gentlemen is... EMPOWER.

Celebrating BENCH's 25th year and the launch of Dingdong Dantes' signature deo cologne for men, its the man's turn to make things a little sexier at any given situation.

Presidential Sweetheart Ms. Grace Lee also hosted the event!

Today, I had a blast seeing the throng of people I usually meet at the Philippine Fashion Weeks front row; let alone the executives of the brand. I saw some of their endorsers too pitching support to Dingdong Dantes in this new DEO COLOGNE designed for him.

To open the show this was shown on the stage:

Credits to Videos: User Jujin from Youtube

It was dark, strong and very masculine. It was depicted quite nicely right from the get go. It was complete with strong resounding music!

Of course since this is a man's fragrance we were treated to something even more depicting of getting this scent out in the open. Dingdong chose these woodsy - musky smell with top notes of bergamot and lemon together with middle notes of galbanum and clary sage. It presents a fresh cool scent that women would absolutely go crazy for. True enough Dingdong carries that scent well; the throng of fans would agree.

Then this HOT number opened the show!

I wasn't joking when I said it was HOT! :)

Together with the launch of this new scent, some models bared the summer collection from BENCH for 2012!

They've got this Cuban - Latin American - Hawaiian vibe going and I was quite impressed with some of the things they have on the rack. Can someone get me new jeans please?! =)

Different textures, different tops and jeans that's still thick and wearable. Stayed quite well with the earth tones. It looked manly but still relaxed.

Covered up but still hot, that's what this manly scent radiates every time you spray EMPOWER all over your body.

Still not convinced?! Well if you weren't sweating enough on the first part of the show... let Dingdong Dantes show you what it's like wearing nothing on top but just EMPOWER!

That just starts a whole lotta different show!

Credits to Videos: User Jujin from Youtube

For those asking for more, here's the piece de resistance!

Then he came out, and all hell breaks loose with the crowd!


Then here's the finale!
WARNING: Oh girls, please wipe your mouth because you are going to start drooling again!

And isn't that truly EMPOWERing?!

Made for the modern man who wants to harness power, hold it in his hands and show the world who he is... and what he believes in. That is EMPOWER by Dingdong Dantes.

Sighted also in the show were BENCH Executives and supporters of Dong!

Talent Manager Perry Plansigan and THE Ben Chan

Fashion Director Robby Carmona

P.S.

Many thanks to the people behind BENCH for hooking me up! Congratulations on your 25th Anniversary!

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