Uniqlo's New "It" Bag, a Portable Power Station + More Fun Finds to Add to Cart This August
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(SPOT.ph) We're officially counting down to Christmas. Sure, we've still got one more month before 'Ber season starts, but hey, this is the Philippines! If you're smart and want to veer away from being a last-minute shopper, now's the best time to start stocking up or searching for the perfect holiday presents. Sage advice aside, we're really just giving you a reason to use that well-earned dough. Whether it be for your bestie, S.O., a loved one, or simply yourself, there's nothing like scouring the Internet and adding to cart (hopefully at discounted prices) fresh, fun finds to keep you in a good mood.
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Check out 10 cool shopping finds you might want to add to cart this August:
Faux Leather One Handle Bag (P1,490) from UNIQLO
UNIQLO's at it again with a new bag for us to go crazy over. A recent addition to the Japanese retailer's arm candy offerings, the Faux Leather One Handle Bag boasts a dumpling-like, rounded shape with a wide gusset that makes the interior easily accessible. It has two interior pockets for organization, not to mention the adjustable straps that allow you to carry it as a sling or shoulder bag. Plus, those curved lines on the front and back add a touch of sophistication to the design. Now, can you imagine using this from day to night? We sure can.
Available online; See a list of UNIQLO branches.
Galaxy Z Flip 5 in Green (P64,990 from P71,990) from Samsung
You've probably seen and heard of Samsung's latest flagship devices by now. And while they are slated to arrive later on in the month, their pre-order offers are too good to pass up. If you're planning to join the "flipside"—admit it, that Flex screen got you convinced to make the switch—you best head online to snag some of their website-exclusive colors like the Flip 5 in Green.
Available for pre-order on Samsung.com.
MT-44 Extendable Folding Vlog Tripod (P799 from P1,070) from Ulanzi
With everything revolving around content creation nowadays it's important to have a trusty tripod that can get you through anything. Get yourself something like the MT-44 Extendable Folding Vlog Tripod which can be used as a tripod and gimbal. It only weighs 1.5 kilograms and can be adjusted to a height of 102 centimeters, or more or less 3.3 feet.
Available on Shopee.
Melissa Slide + Marc Jacobs (P8,295) from Melissa
Don't let the rainy season stop you from bringing out the fancy footwear. Known for their stylish and waterproof jelly shoes, Melissa recently collaborated with American fashion house Marc Jacobs and released three limited-edition designs based on the colors of the latter's ready-to-wear collection. The slide, in particular, takes on Melissa's popular slide silhouette and is developed using Melflex. It also features a sole made of 100% Biobased EVA, resulting in an ultra-comfortable shoe.
Available online.
200W Mini Portable Power Station Emergency Backup Battery With AC/DC/PD/USB/Wireless Charging Output (P3,800 from P5,903) from VANPA
Sure, brownouts are far and few between nowadays but that doesn't mean we should stop being prepared. Gone are the days when you need a big and bulky generator to juice up your devices, instead, we're now in the era of portable power stations like this one from VANPA. It comes in two capacities, 40,000 mAh and 60,000 mAh, and has four different output ports, namely a DC output, a fast-charging USB Type-C output, three USB ports, and one 220V AC output.
Available on Lazada.
Waterproof Tote Bag (P927 from P1,317) from Leacat
Chances are you'd agree when we say that commuting during the rainy season is extra tiring. If you're heading to the office, you have to lug around your laptop, tablet, what-have-you, all the while trying to keep it dry. Get yourself a stylish and waterproof bag like this tote from Leacat. It's made from nylon instead of your usual canvas and has tons of storage space—a dedicated sleeve for your laptop as well as interior pockets to store your phone, wallet, and other trinkets.
Available on Lazada.
Electric Shoe Dryer (P396 from P918) from Xiaomi
Don't you just hate it when your sneakers get soaked in floodwater? These days, you can cut down on the drying time by using a nifty gadget just like this Electric Shoe Dryer from Xiaomi. Simply slip this into your wet and soggy pair and wait for it to dry given that it heats up instantly, at a constant temperature of 55°C with 20W of power.
Available on Shopee.
Matomage Hairstyling Stick (P275 from P339) from UTENA
If you're blessed with baby hair, you know how annoying it can get when it's time to tame them. Invest in something like UTENA's Matomage Hairstyling Stick which can be applied to both wet and dry hair. You can choose from two variants: regular (pink) or strong (green).
Available on Shopee.
Triangle Nipple Cover-Ups (P339) from Tapies
It may be the rainy season but that doesn't stop gals who hate wearing bras from relying on their trusty nipple tape. They usually come in round shapes and while effective, they sometimes peek through triangle-shaped tops and plunging necklines. Why not add these triangular nipple tapes from Tapies to your collection? The waterproof pasties can be rotated for a better, more seamless fit and comes with a resealable pouch for days when you don't use them.
Available on Lazada.
Screen Daddy (P176 from P180) from Scrub Daddy
With everything going on in your busy life, you tend to forget about one important thing. What you may ask? Cleaning your phone. Yep, one of the most used items in your life is also one of the most forgotten in terms of hygiene. Get rid of unwanted dust and grease (and save your face from acne) by regularly cleaning your phone with this nifty microfiber cleaning pad from Scrub Daddy. They come in a pack of three and have an adhesive back so you can just plop it at the back of your mobile device. Oh, and they're washable too so you can pretty much use them forever.
Available on Lazada.
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