Being a woman has never been an easy feat, which makes a grand occasion like Women’s Month even more glorious and filled with honor. For all the ladies out there, this is a special time to celebrate being you—a unique, beautiful, and inspiring woman who continuously breaks barriers, creates “herstories,” and pursues your dreams in your own ways. 

To kickstart your girl power-filled festivities, check out these different ways to celebrate Women’s Month. Whether you’d like to slay like a girlboss or get pampered like a princess, all of these are guaranteed to let you have fun—as the strong, independent woman that you are!

Hot girl summer is just around the corner, so celebrating Women’s Month with a fun and refreshing beach vacation feels just like a perfectly-timed affair. For this trip, don’t forget the following must-haves for an OOTD that lets your inner beach babe shine: swimwear that makes you feel confidently beautiful, a chic tote for your essentials, and a stylish pair of sunglasses like Executive Optical’s Shields SH2240 to tie-up your whole look. Aside from its sleek and sophisticated cat-eye design, these sunglasses provide UV protection to keep your eyes safe from the sun’s harmful rays.

The Shields SH2240 is now available for only P390 with Executive Optical’s P170 discount on all Shields Sunglasses. This promo is available at all Executive Optical stores in SM Malls every Monday to Thursday from March 1 to May 31 only with a Swipe Coupon from SM Malls Online. Download the app now to snag a pair or two.

Enjoy a fabulous beauty blowout

Look good, feel good: This mantra is popular among ladies, and Women’s Month is a great time to bring it into practice. Treat yourself to a beauty blowout that makes you feel fresh, fabulous, and confidently stunning—like a hair makeover at T&J Professionals and Bangs Prime Salon. If you have chemically treated and damaged hair, their Kera-Protein Treatment service is a must-try thanks to its ability to restore lost keratin. With this treatment, you can enjoy softer, smoother, and healthier hair—no matter which hairstyle you’d dare to try next.

Get a free Kera-Protein Treatment service when you avail of any hair service at T&J Professionals and Bangs Prime Salon from March 1 to May 31 with a Swipe Coupon at SM Malls Online.

Take a break from the girlboss grind

Slaying every day can also get tiring, even for expert girlbosses. So for Women’s Month, sit back and enjoy a relaxing break from the daily grind with a pampering session at Facial Plus Spa. From soothing massages to facials that leave your skin extra radiant and glowing, Facial Plus Spa has a wide range of services that’ll indulge your self-care needs. If you have dry and cracked skin, don’t miss out on their Hand Paraffin treatment which soothes and nourishes your hands for a softer and smoother feel.

Enjoy a free Hand Paraffin treatment when you avail of any services at Facial Plus Spa in SM City Sorsogon until March 31.

Unleash your inner adventurer

Gone are the days when women are viewed as weak. Instead, today’s ladies can easily take on (and excel at) extreme sports and adventurous activities that their hearts desire—such as mountain biking. If this thrilling activity sparks your inner adventurer’s interest, get the Shivaun MTB Mountain Bike now and start pedaling yourself to new heights. With its durable build and lightweight alloy frame, this mountain bike lets you confidently ride through rough terrains. It also has a foamed comfort saddle to help you stay cozy on your off-road adventures, making it the perfect companion for exploration.

Score a 20% discount on the Shivaun MTB Mountain Bike at Toby’s Sports in select SM branches until March 31.

Discover (or upskill) an exciting hobby

Ladies, this is your sign to start or improve your skills in a craft or hobby you’ve always wanted to try. From arts to sciences, many women continue to triumph in different fields and expertise—so never be afraid to discover or upskill an exciting hobby. If you’ve been planning to venture into photography, start your journey now with a high-performance hybrid camera like the Canon EOS R6 Mark II. Its user-friendly functions and SLR-style mirrorless body let you get the gist of photography easily and enjoyably while ensuring high-quality images with features like a 6000 x 4000 maximum resolution and 1/8000 seconds shutter speed. 

Get it now for only P168,998 (which is P10,000 less its regular price of P179,998) at Camerahaus in select SM Malls until March 31. This discount also applies to the EOS R6 Mark II bundled with a Canon RF24-105mm IS STM Lens, which you can get together for a complete photography set-up for only P189,998—less its regular price of P199,998.

Shop ‘til you drop

Treat yourself to a shopping spree at ForMe, where you can find a variety of fashionable pieces for any type of wardrobe or aesthetic. Revamp your closet with basic but timelessly fashionable staples, or satisfy your girlboss side with smart and elegant tops and trousers you can wear to work. Whatever your style is, don’t hold back and shop ‘til you drop this Women’s Month—you deserve it for being a strong, brave, and wonderful woman, after all.

As a bonus treat for your shopping spree, you can score this stylish ForMe Eco Tote Bag for free with a minimum purchase of P2,500 at ForMe stores in SM Malls nationwide until March 31.

Gather up for a girls’ night out

Get into party mode with your fellow inspiring, brave, and wonderful ladies as you toast to each other’s dreams and accomplishments, all while dressed to the nines with a fabulous outfit and stylish footwear like Alberto’s Alexandra Sandals to complete the look. Perfect for a girls’ night out, these heeled sandals have an open square-toe design that keeps them breathable and comfortable. Its slip-on closure also provides a secure fit, so no worries about taking it to the dance floor or for long walks.

Enjoy a 30% discount on the Alexandra Sandals at Alberto in select SM branches until March 31. 

Celebrate being a unique and wonderful woman with fun and exciting activities at SM Malls Women’s Wednesday Sale and Women’s Wellness Sale. Check SM Deals and download the SM Malls Online app for more exclusive promos and discounts you can SWIPE this Women’s Month.

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