Tourists are vital to Barcelona’s economy, but the 27 million people who visit each year have become a headache for the new mayor as she battles to save the iconic Spanish Mediterranean port from becoming a bland theme park.
To appreciate a particular fashion or lifestyle brand is to know its history and its strong qualities. This was highlighted during our trip to Barcelona upon the invitation of Trimark Holdings Inc.
Here are four Spanish brands, some of which have made a mark in Manila for their stylish, competitively priced collections.
Casino Español de Cebu marked Dia de la Hispanidad on Oct. 11 with the traditional pomp and circumstance. First there was the anticipated Mass (next day was Sunday) officiated by Msgr. Achilles Dakay.
Barcelona. The Spanish sun, the Medditernean sea, the Catalan artistry, and home to the illustrious architect Antoni Gaudi.
Notre Dame—“Don’t forget to make a wish at Point Zero while you’re there.”
It has been open only half a year but Rambla at Joya Building in Rockwell has already changed its menu four times. Despite this—or maybe because of this—it continues to lure diners who are keen to try the Barcelona fare prepared by its executive chef, Pepe Lopez.
European brand Suiteblanco has chosen Brazilian top model Izabel Goulart to present its Spring-Summer campaign this 2014. The exuberant Izabel embodies the feminine ideal of the brand, the eclectic character of the collection.
When my siblings and I were planning our big European trip last year, it was unanimous that the most time should be spent in Spain. Though none of us had ever been there, Spain held this certain allure that we couldn’t resist.
Favorite spots: “Ta Hien Street in Hoan Kiem District (where backpackers hang out for Vietnamese draft beer ‘bia hoi’); Ly Quoc Su Street, also in Hoan Kiem District, for good Vietnamese food; and Quang An Street in Tay Ho District for refreshing afternoon drinks with a beautiful view of West Lake.”
Stores Specialists Inc. has welcomed to the Philippines Desigual, the latest addition to SSI’s stable of international brands. Known for its bold prints and eye-popping colors, Desigual is originally
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