Travel Accessories, Witty Pouches + More Cool Finds to Add to Cart This September
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(SPOT.ph) It's official: the world's longest Christmas celebration has begun. Has your neighborhood mall already started playing Jose Mari Chan tunes on their speakers? If so, then there's your sign to start thinking about all the shopping you need to do for the holidays. But, we know how it goes, everyone's going to try and put off the Christmas shopping 'til the very last minute, so instead, why not treat September as your "pre-Christmas" month and get yourself a present or two? You know, to get into the spirit of it all. This month's shopping guide has everything you might ever need as "inspiration" for your gifting needs this year, whether it be for yourself or for your loved ones.
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Check out 10 cool shopping finds you might want to add to cart this September:
Women's Ballet Flats - HALERENA (P3,295) from ALDO
The 'Ber months not only signify the holiday season but also the potential return of your balikbayan relatives, meaning you'll be walking a ton trying to accompany them. Having a reliable and comfortable shoe will do wonders for all those walking "tours" you're about to undertake so why not get a cute pair like these flats from ALDO? This particular model has the brand's Pillow Walk technology which means that they're uber comfortable thanks to the dual density foam and padded insoles.
Available on Lazada; See a list of ALDO branches.
You Again EDT (P419) from BENCH
Remember back in the day when you had a bottle of BENCH perfume? It was all you used during your high school years so if you want to bring in the nostalgia, why not get one of their newer scents, the You Again EDT? The perfume has notes of mandarin, red fruit, pear, orange blossom, jasmine, caramel, amber, and moss which make for a very sweet and soothing scent. Think of it as an upgraded version of your old Bench So In Love body spray if you will.
Available on Lazada.
Seymour Backpack Navy Us 26L (P6,990) from Herschel
As someone who commutes, you can never have too many backpacks. Of course, you'll need something sturdy and secure, with a neutral color that won't get dirty easily like this new style from Herschel. Officially called the Seymour, it's made from 100% post-consumer water bottles and has a padded and fleece-lined sleeve that can fit a 15- or 16-inch laptop. Oh, and it has two water bottle pockets so you'll have equal space for both your tumbler and your umbrella.
Available on Lazada.
Nail Lacquer BC Bon Voyage To Reality! 15ml (P420.75 from P495)from OPI
The Barbie movie may be officially out of theaters but that doesn't mean you should stop relishing in all things pink. If you're like us and love a subtle but flirty hue then this nail color from OPI called Bon Voyage to Reality! is up your alley. The light pink shade is great for when you want a "my nails but better" look or you can use it as a base for some funky nail art.
Available on Lazada.
Travel Adapter (P854 from P1,596) from Mione
You'll probably be traveling a lot in the next few months so it's best to have all bases covered. There are different types of electricity sockets all around the world and it's possible that your next destination won't match up with your existing power bricks. Get yourself a nifty travel adapter like this one from Mione. It has retractable prongs that you can adjust based on your destination, plus it already has built-in USB ports so you can just plug in your cable easily and charge all your devices in one go.
Available on Shopee.
Low Carb Rice Cooker (P3,850 from P5,500) from Condura
If you've been trying to improve your health, you know that one way of doing so is by monitoring your carb intake. Now, eating carbs isn't a bad thing, but it's not something you want to leave unchecked either. To help you on your health and fitness journey, why not swap out your existing rice cooker with a low-carb one? This particular model from Condura automatically separates the starchy water from the rice and then uses that water to steam the rice for it to cook.
Available on Lazada.
Handheld Vacuum Cleaner (starts at P1,029) from TLC
If you're a car owner or someone's passenger princess then you know how annoying it can be when there's a ton of crumbs and dirt in the crevices of your car. Sure, you can dust them quickly with your hand or a duster, but there's something extra satisfying about using a vacuum to suck out all that ickiness. TLC's Handheld Vacuum Cleaner would make for a great investment seeing as it has a suction power of 18000Pa and can clean surfaces from dust, dirt, and even your pet's fur. Plus, it comes with a small round brush and flat mouth attachment so you can easily get in where it's tight.
Available on Shopee.
Moneyfesting Pouch (P349) from Linya-Linya
You've probably used "Girl Math" as an excuse one too many times lately and it's quite understandable if you're already in your "I need more money" phase. Try and motivate yourself further (with one last purchase, we swear) and get yourself this witty pouch from local brand, Linya-Linya. The coin purse uses black canvas and is silkscreen-printed with a white "MONEYFESTING" and golden peso coins on one side, and can be closed off with a vibrant yellow zipper. At 4 inches by 6 inches, it can be used as a coin purse or an actual wallet in case you're the type that's willing to fold your bills.
Available on Lazada.
Travel Power Strip (P562.42 from P941) from Orico
If you're one of the few left completely working-from-home, lucky you. You get to work from literally anywhere you want, may it be your home, a cafe, or even somewhere by the beach. Sure, there are more establishments that now have a ton of sockets for when you need to charge and work at the same time, but don't you just hate it when literally every single one of your devices decides it needs a little recharging? Stressful, we know, so go get yourself a compact power strip like this one from Orico. It has a length of four feet or 120cm and charges devices up to 5V or 12W. In terms of how many devices you can connect, you'll be glad to know that it comes with two sockets (a three-pronged outlet and a two-pronged one), two USB-A ports, and one USB-C port.
Available on Lazada.
Heron in All Black Mono (P2,990) from Rob & Mara
It's been raining in Manila a lot lately and you don't want to bring out your fancy shoes lest you risk them getting destroyed. But what if we told you there are more options for rain-proof footwear that are now out in the market? Enter the Blake from local brand Rob & Mara. The shoe comes in a combat boot style with the upper and lining being made of genuine leather. It also comes equipped with premium, air-cushioned, high-traction rubber soles for flexibility, durability, and maximum slip resistance so you can minimize the risk of falling on your face.
Available online.
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