U've been Schooled at Ascend

This event was entitled YOU’VE BEEN SCHOOLED!

It was a student organization fundraiser, fashion show, and Back to School Party all in one!

The clothes for the fashion show by ANALOG SOUL, POISONBERRY, PAX WEAR, and CORETEMPO SHIRTS were modeled by the students themselves, hailing from the different participating universities and colleges.

Students from the partner organizations -- ATENEO AIESEC and COSA, College of ST. BENILDE Student Council, DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY ADCREATE Society, MIRIAM COLLEGE CCATT MODELS, and the UNIVERSITY of the PHILIPPINES JPIA – were in full force during the party.

The main feature of the event was an amazing performance from 2 DJs with 4 turntables playing simultaneously! The 2 VIBEMANILA DJs were DJ ARYAN and DJ NIX DAMN P, who were spinning LIVE MIXES and REMIXES of sexy RnB, HIPHOP beats, and rockin’ MASHUP sets. The set was opened and closed by another VIBEMANILA DJ, DJ PALO HAN.

The energy was high all throughout the party, and peaked with an attendance of more than 1200 guests inside the main room of Ascend.

It was a night that school rivalries were set aside, good vibes prevailed, and solidarity took place through music and the performance of 2 VIBEMANILA DJs! DJ ARYAN and DJ NIX DAMN P!

Code-Limited's Stephanie Lo with the event host Kevin Cabanban

Models as they do the catwalk

Fashionable students of De La salle

Hosts of the Event

Greenbelt 5 event

Greenbelt 5 pays tribute and celebrates local designers.

It's exciting to be on this event and meet a lot of interesting people in the local fashion scene. It shows us how talented we Filipinos truly are.

The Filipino Zone comprises two floors. For the first time, many of these fashion designers opened their ateliers to a larger market in a convenient venue.

Names such as Kate Torralba, Vic Barba, Lila Almario, Randy Ortiz, Jojie Lloren, Amina Aranaz, Ivarluski Aseron, Joey Samson, Jun Escario, Lulu Tan Gan, Dennis Lustico, Ana Rocha, Butch Carungay, Patrice Diaz, Arnel Papa, Michi Calica, Cesar Gaupo, Victoria Marin, Choc, Religioso, AC 632, Ricky Toledo and Chito Vijandre.

And then there’s Adora, the lifestyle store that takes “attention to detail” to a whole new level, from the plush and textured wing chairs and ottomans scattered all around the three floors to the mirrors in the bathrooms and the chandeliers. It’s truly a beautiful store that’s fresh and elegant.

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Here are some people we spotted at the event,

Stylist Sidney Yap

Myth's co owner Ruby Gan

Code-Limited's Stephanie Lo talking to Arnel Papa

Arnel Papa

Nino Angeles, Charmaine Gumin and Cheezee Meer of C8

SoFA's co founder Loralee Soong

Little Miss Dress Up's Rossana Aranaz

Nina Estacio of Gliteratti

Stylist Andre Chang

Anna Sui's Gossip girl inspired line for Target

We all know Gossip girl made a huge impact on the Fashion scene.

Here’s good news!!

Now there’s a chance for you to get Jenny, Vanessa, Serena or Blair’s look!

Anna Sui and Target’s collaboration brings us affordable “upper-east side” looks!

"I have always been a fan of designer partnerships with mass retailers," Sui told WWD exclusively. "I think it is a great way to bring fashion to everyone. I love Go International and was intrigued with Target's new take on designer partnerships. It's a fresh approach. I was able to select a muse or source of creative inspiration to focus the collection around. It is an exciting challenge to try and interpret my aesthetic into a mass-produced product with a specific inspirational source as the focus."

Can you believe you can buy those Pirate Dresses, Boho Prints, and Square Print Shifts, for under $50!?

Mark your calendars! The collection is slated to hit 250 select Target stores and Target.com from September 13 through October 17!!

here's a sneak peak on what's in store for us,

XOXO..

Fashion 101

Can you make yourself better at style when you’ve already striked out before?

What if it was more than once? Twice?

The answer is Yes.

Some people may say no, but style is relative.

What you need is an open mind for changes.

First things first!

Do you know who you are?

Yes, I’m asking if you know yourself.

What kind of person are you? What is your lifestyle, hobbies?

Or better yet what personality do you have?

The best way to know what style fits you or what will fit you is if you know yourself well.

Make sure it can adapt to your personality, because at the end of the day, it’s what you feel about yourself that will matter.

The next is to understand your body.

For some this can be tricky. Some may be in denial or some may think this is a sensitive topic to touch.

But rest assured Fashion doesn’t just cater to the skinny blondes. Not that there’s anything wrong with them *coughing!*

You wouldn’t have any clothes to wear now (literally) if you think this doesn’t apply to you.

Everyone has flaws, everyone has their best asset.

What you need to do is to figure these out.

How? Go ask your friends!

Who better to tell you the truth than your real friends?

When these things are done, you’re on your way to possessing that style you’ve been wanting!!

What to do after this?

Research!

One of the best places to find things about style is the internet!

If you’re reading this, start google-ing things up now! ;)

Aside from internet, you may also use books and even tv shows/programs as references.

Here are examples that may be able to help you,

Books

A to Zoe : Rachel Zoe’s

TV

series/programs

Tim Gunn’s Guide to style

This is the first of a series of blogs about Fashion 101s!

Watch out for upcoming posts!

Beautiful News!!

New Series to hit your TV screens soon!!

I’m pretty sure some have already heard of the new upcoming series, Beautiful life where Mischa Barton plays one of the lead roles as one of the models.

It’s certainly another Fashion TV series you shouldn’t miss out on!!

In case you haven’t heard of it, here’s an idea on what it’s all about,

The Beautiful Life is an upcoming drama to add to the list of amazing series CW has. It also stars Corbin Bleu (Zac Efron's best friend in Highschool Musical) and Elle Mcpherson. The show will be executive produced by Ashton Kutcher and will revolve around a group of male and female models sharing a residence in New York. Mike Kelley (Swingtown) will serve as the showrunner for the series, based on the script by former model-turned-writer Adam Giaudrone. The pilot will air on The CW in the fall of 2009. The CW has ordered thirteen episodes for the first season. If the series is successful, the network will order more episodes. Audrina Patridge has landed a recurring role on the show. E Online reported that The Hills' star is signed to appear in 6 episodes.

Here’s a look on the cast that will star on Beautiful Life;

From the looks of it, this will be another amazing series that will keep us wanting more!

Here’s a preview on what’s in store!

PREVIEW <--click here!

As for us in the Philippines, we’ll have to wait ‘till the series comes to us! *sigh*

But for those series hungry fanatics out there, I’m pretty sure you will come up with ways to get your hands on the series episodes. *wink*

Season Style

Yes, summer is officially over.

It’s time to start hiding our sun hats, tanning oils and bikinis in the closet, and pull out those raincoats, umbrellas and those chic rainboots you’ve been keeping!

Some say it’s very limiting and it’s really hard to find that perfect ensemble for the rainy season.

Some get all giddy and excited to put out those clothes they’ve hidden waiting for this season to wear them.

Nonetheless, it’s that season which makes everyone wants to be more comfortable and relaxed.

Here are a few people who had something to say about this;

“I'd say I can’t not have a big blazer that you can dress up or down. Since it's rainy season and not exactly winter, you can't really go all out winter-wear. So go for lightweight fabrics that still give enough coverage.”

-Kate Paras (Fashion Stylist CHALK Magazine)

“I don’t like payong; must-have: car.”

-Lawrence Antaran (Advertising Creative and Graphic designer)

“Always have with you on a rainy day a chic umbrella, melissa jelly flats and a Nike nylon hoodie to keep you dry.”

-Alyanna Martinez (Fashion Stylist At Large)

“My rainy season fashion must have? Tailored anoraks and clear plastic umbrellas! Clean and crisp clothes! They're so comfortable to wear. No screaming colors, I like muted colors. They’re much classier and sophisticated looking.”

-Dax Bayani (Fashion Designer/Fashion Instructor CSB)

For this season, one thing is evident. Comfortability is one thing we consider before putting those clothes on.

You just got to jazz it up with something that will complete that look! Be it a blazer, a scarf, or those cute little rain boots, just make sure you complement that look with something that will make your ensemble go “wow!”

Here are a few suggestions on what to wear,

Love's Tiered chiffon Piece by Love Culture

Panic Capelet Vest by Electric Cutes

Clara Satin by My Litlle Dress

Deadbeat Vest by Electric Cutes

Mix and match these items to get your desired look!

Pair them off with these cool fashion rain boots from Pluey's!

Now who says you can’t be all dolled up or styled on this season?

Get these fab finds now at

www.code-limited.com

Code Breaker: 2BU Feature by Pam Pastor

The sweetest thing that woke us up last Saturday was the 2BU feature about CODE-LIMITED.COM.

We have been promoting this site on our own for 2 months now and still nothing can beat the power of mainstream media. Suffice to say, this Inquirer article helped us reach our target customers from as far as Palawan and Davao!

Thanks a million to our PR team - Maia and Tammy and to Pam, of course, for the wonderful article!

The Punk Rock Vibe of Electric Cutes

Electric Cutes definitely sounds like a punk rock band more than a clothing line. But if you look closely at their limited edition hand-painted designs, you'd realize details such as electric guitars, musical notes, hot air balloons. They even dye their own fabric.

Deadbeat Blazer in Pink Splat P1250

Hot Air Balloon Dress P1970

Deadbeat Blazer in Xray Splat P1250

Handsome Devil Tulip Skirt P2275. This is such a statement piece especially when you see the ribbon details on the back.

Electric Cutes will tickle the punk at heart. You can play it safe with their pieces and just wear one item at a time. Or go crazy with the prints and colors and wear them with rockin' confidence.

More items at http://www.code-limited.com/brands/electric-cutes.

Thank you Pinoycentric.com!

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What we're here for...

CODE-LIMITED.COM has been borne out of our frustration over the lack of ff:

1. a site that consolidates all fashion products of up-and-coming local brands. Being Multiply buyers ourselves, we wanted to have a proper online mall to window shop and compare the tops, dresses, accessories, etc from different designers.

2. a site that sells limited pieces from independent designers who only appear during bazaar seasons

2. a site that is much like Click the City but for fashion. If I want a make-up artist for my wedding, or a fashion designer for my debut or a mannequin supplier for my store, where do I find them? I want one dedicated site that can give me the contact details of a variety of suppliers and show their work folios.

So in an effort to answer our own needs, we've come up with CODE-LIMITED.COM, our site dedicated to everything fresh, fashion and Filipino.

We are all about individual styles, the freedom to mix and match local brands with imported labels. To support Filipino fashion is to elevate the clothes and accessories to a global stature by wearing it in style with the likes of Zara, Topshop, LV, Gucci, Tod's, 7 for all Mankind, among others.

Ayala's Greenbelt 5 has already started this and we at CODE-LIMITED.COM hopes to give chance to a lot more local designers and retailers to be part of this Filipino fashion revolution.

More on this in the next posts. :)