Happy First Anniversary to Us!

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February 17, 2012 marks the first anniversary of FashionPULIS.com!

So far, this blog has reached over 17M page views, more than six hundred blog entries, thousands of comments, and uncountable moments of entertainment for the dear readers.

Maintaining a blog like FashionPULIS.com is not an individual effort. Do allow me to express my thanks to:

my supporters, Bench, Iceberg/Bakahan at Manukan, Belo Medical Group, Michael Antonio, PAL, Beabi, Yehey and Smart, 

Metro Magazine, Metro Society, and Spark for the feature articles on FP, 

those who have invited FP to be part of their concerts, press conferences, and other events, 

the TV programs who have acknowledged FP and the movie, “No Other Woman,” for mentioning FashionPULIS, 

the FP followers in Twitter and in Facebook, and 

the readers who trusted FP in relaying the truth in their stories.

As FP moves into its second year, please keep supporting FP and keep the chickas coming!

Love you all!

PS: For the detractors, c'est la vie!

Narcissistic Singer-Actress

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The singer-actress has one of the prettiest faces in the entertainment industry. She has been featured in magazines and has numerous endorsements. Although, she has lived in front of the camera most of her life, she still manages to stir the interest of viewers every time she guests in talk and variety shows.

While preparing for these shows, the singer-actress is very conscious of the people with her in the dressing room. She looks at their things and abhors the fact if they use items similar to what she owns. For example, when she saw a fellow performer using a lipstick that she also used, the singer-actress insisted on giving the performer a different brand of lipstick. The singer-actress wants to be the only person using such a brand; hence, she will do anything to make sure her things are unique.

Is this behavior leading to a narcissistic personality disorder? According to www.psychology.about.com, people with narcissistic personality disorder are “self-centered because they imagine they are superior to others and often insist on possessing items that reflect a successful lifestyle… In addition, they are also preoccupied with fantasies on unlimited success, power, intelligence, beauty, or love.”

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Circumvent the Aerobics

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While it seems its first season finished without much trouble, a controversy is brewing in the rumor mill. As the contestants did their crunches and curbed their cravings, another competition was happening right in front of them. It was the contest of who was the better motivator of the teams. Of course, the team that won the challenges showed that it had the superior trainer. Reestablishing one as an effective fitness trainer can earn more than expected. Endorsements will increase and so will clients.

One of the trainers did not take this competition lightly and gave a lot of diva attitude for the win. The contestants felt it but they has no choice but to follow and live with the harsh training and tough stance shown to them by the trainer. As viewers wondered how fast weight was lost in a short time, allegations are floating that medicines were used in the contest.

Did the trainer have a hand in this? If the trainer indeed knew about this, why was there no objection? Is this how far one would go just to rebuild one’s image as a fitness guru?

Belo Medical Group GC Giveaway

In celebration of Fashion PULIS' 1st Anniversary, the Belo Medical Group is giving away gift certificates to 3 lucky readers. To join, simply answer the question: "What is FP's favorite Belo treatment?" 

Email your name, mobile number and answer to micsylim@gmail.com with Belo Medical Group as the subject line. Each email address is entitled to one entry. The deadline of submission is on February 17, 2012 at 11:59pm (Manila time). 

So, do you know what FP's favorite Belo treatment is? If not, I will give you a clue. The answer is 2 words and the first letter of the 2 words are the same.  Happy Guessing!

Beabi is on Sale!

Beabi, the country's first brand solely dedicated to the art and craft of organization, is having a sale from February 16 to 29, 2012. Visit any of the following Beabi branches: Greenbelt 5, Eastwood Mall, TriNoma, SM Mall of Asia, SM North EDSA, SM Fairview, Robinsons Galleria, Robinsons Place Manila and Robinsons Forum.

Rudeness at the Wedding

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Controversial personality (CP) volunteered to host the wedding of a friend. The guests were aghast at the coarseness of CP, who forced them to laugh at his jokes punctuated with statements that he was hosting for free. The guests were annoyed as they noticed that CP was drinking while conducting the program.

As the affair was about to end, CP asked the married couple for a message. As they were about to say their message, CP grabbed the microphone and gave his own lengthy thank you speech. The couple was very embarrassed as CP made them look like fools at their own special affair and in front of their relatives and guests.

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Trouble in Fantasyland

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The successful venture of the three movie outfits squashed all competitors, making the producers ecstatic over the box-office results. Their partnership enlivened the dying movie industry and moviegoers looked forward to another venture of the three. However, the co-production may not happen ever again.

Designer L filed a case on the violation of his intellectual property rights against the producers of the movie. The case stems from the use of the design of L in the costume of the villain in the final scene. In the movie credits, the name of Designer L appeared, which seems to imply that he allowed the use of his design. However, this is not the truth! Designer L never gave his consent for the use of his design in the movie. The question is whether any production person even approached him at all to ask permission.

One of the smaller movie outfits quickly washed its hands of any involvement in the case and immediately pointed to the stellar movie outfit as responsible for the production. Soon, the smaller movie outfit will attempt to clear its name of any involvement in the said case. The stellar movie outfit has yet to issue a statement on this matter.

While everyone thought all is well in the land of enormous profits, this situation merely reflects that all successful ventures will vanish into fantasy with a lawsuit involving millions.

Regretful Sign-up

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When she transferred stations, award-winning actress (AA) received her share of negative comments and her former mentor gave her the cold shoulder treatment. The new station gave AA shows but all fell short of expectations. Advertisers did not come as expected and the station experienced losses on her projects. Still, the station had a heart and gave her the exposure. Besides, a relation of hers was very close to the management.

As months went by, AA had not yet returned to her top physical form, which could be why some people lost interest in her. Worse, stories leaked out as to why there were long gaps in between her projects. The production staff complained that AA was difficult to work with given her diva attitude. For example, AA demanded her own air-conditioned tent and refused to tape when it rains. The last project AA had was a well thought out and expensive series but it abruptly ended when AA had a meltdown that was captured on TV. Her co-stars and the production staff were very disappointed at that development as they lost work during yuletide.

Now, the management is letting AA go through her contract via live appearances in road shows and cameo roles in teleseryes. Feeling the station might not renew her contract, AA has sent feelers through her manager for a new home station. The head honcho of her former station flatly turned down the idea, whereas the other station is still ambivalent. Fans are in a quandary as to when and where AA will ever have a successful comeback.

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Have a Happy PATCHI Valentine's Day!

Spread the love with Patchi's heart-shaped chocolates.

A gift from the heart : Patchi's 2012 Valentine's Collection 

is made with love. Prices start at P1,000.00.

 Share a bowl of Croquet filled with milk chocolate cream crisped rice, 

hazelnut, pistachio and almond pieces with your loved one this Valentine's.

 Midas' Touch: A touch of gold added to the mix of 

luscious chocolates look opulent inside a delicate glassware.

Follow your heart, for all hearts lead to Patchi this season of love. 

Patchi is available at Bonifacio High Street boutique and Greenbelt 5, Makati. Have a Happy PATCHI Valentine's Day to all of you!

Midlife Crisis

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This actress is living her midlife in crisis. Although movie outfits, the showbiz press, and her aging fans always welcome her rare appearances, she has no solid career as of today. In the past, she had awards, love, endorsements, TV shows, and hit movies. When she succumbed to the pressure of losing people very dear to her, she withdrew from the crowd and her career slowly slipped away.

Now, her financial woes are piling up as her flat is still in the market. Its asking price is quite high that buyers are not biting the offer. Unless, she raises the money, her future will say goodbye to the flat as the one to whom it was pawned wants her to leave immediately. The actress has yet to pay at least a single monthly interest.

Answers to queries as to what she does with the money point to her habit. Past rumors said she was on the snorting side, whereas present stories have it that she is heavily into cocktails. If she does not change her ways, then she will definitely be another wasted actress in the future.

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A Fire in the Soul

“A Fire in the Soul” tells the story of a crucial event in the history of the La Sallian mission in Southeast Asia. On February 12, 1945, as American forces bombarded the City of Manila, a group of Japanese soldiers entered the De La Salle College campus on Taft Avenue and attacked the people who were living there. Twenty-four men, women, and children, and sixteen La Salle brothers died in the massacre. The Cantata commemorates their supreme sacrifice on the occasion of the Centennial celebration of De La Salle University in the Philippines.

War turns human beings into monsters.
It also forges heroes from out of its flames.
We tell this story to honor their memory. And to remember.

The Cast:
Bro. Egbert- Michael de Mesa, Bro. Antonius- Franco Laurel, Bro. Mutwald- Al Gatmaitan, Bro. Friedbert- Jonel Mojica, Bro. Arkadius-Miguel Castro, Bro. Athanasius- Floyd Tena

Narrators:
Jaime Fabregas, Ricky Gallaga, Chita Castillo, Dado Jose, Tanya Lopez, Louie Zabaljauregi

Alma Mater- Naomi Sison

Japanese Captain- Onyl Torres, Jap Soldier 1- Nazer Salcedo, Jap Soldier 2- Mitoy Sta. Ana, Jap Soldier 3- John Gilbert Arceo

Featuring:
De La Salle Inner Soul, La Sallian Youth Orchestra, La Salle-Zobel Chorale, The La Salle Centennial Orchestra, The La Salle Centennial Chorus, The Kids of La Salle-Greenhills

The Production Team:
Directed by: Peque Gallaga
Lyrics & Libretto: Vicente Garcia Groyon
Music by: Von de Guzman
Created by: Gabby Fernandez
Production Design by: Mio Infante
Technical and Lighting Director: Dong Calingacion
Projections Designer: GA Fallarme
Executive Producer: Bro. Bernard S. Oca FSC
Produced By: Lore Reyes

Playdates & Venue:
Feb 26, Sun 3PM- GALA PERFORMANCE, Teresa Yuchengco Auditorium, DLSU Taft
Feb 27, Mon 8PM - PERFORMANCE, Teresa Yuchengco Auditorium, DLSU Taft

A Special Valentine's Treat from the Belo Medical Group

Please click on the image.

Spotted: Reunited in the Middle East

Prior to his stint in show business, this actor shared a very special friendship with a benefactor who supported him. Now that the actor has achieved a certain level of fame and status with his perfectly-cut body, he still maintains their friendship. In fact, whenever he has shows where the benefactor lives, this appreciative actor makes it a point to visit personally as a way of showing his gratitude.

The Cranberries Live in Manila

The Cranberries – one of the most successful mainstream rock bands of the 90’s are heading to Manila for a one night greatest hits concert on April 10, 2012 at the Araneta Coliseum. Well known for their long line of hits that include Linger, Zombie, Dreams, When You’re Gone, Ode to my Family, Just My Imagination, Salvation, Stars, Promises, Animal Instinct, Analyse, Free to Decide, I Can’t Be With You, Ridiculous Thoughts and many more, the Irish group has come back from a 6 year hiatus in time for a new album and a world tour, with the Philippines as their fourth stop.

Tickets are now available at Ticketnet! Call 911-5555 for more information! Ticket prices are the following:

PATRON VIP – P7,000
PATRON – P5,500
LOWER BOX – P4,500
UPPER BOX A – P2,500
UPPER BOX B – P1,500
GEN AD – P500

The Cranberries Live in Manila: The Greatest Hits concert is presented by Karpos Multimedia and Midas Promotions with MYX as the official music channel.

Honest Dissatisfaction

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The diligent manager (DM) discovered very good performer (VP) and their friendship developed into a business relationship. DM used his connections to make sure VP had good exposure in print, TV, and radio. The press often declined to write negatively about VP because of DM. Soon VP was the hottest discovery of the network. VP was given a daily show and afterwards, he had a weekly show that presented what he did best. Meanwhile, DM maintained that he and VP only had a verbal contract, as they were friends.

As VP became a household name, DM discovered that VP was getting bookings without his knowledge. Thus, DM was losing his commissions, not to mention being bypassed as the manager. When stories floated that all was not well between DM and VP, both declined to comment. In a press conference for VP, DM was present but the other guests felt the gap between them. Then, the press releases came out stating that VP has cut ties with DM. The network was the new manager of VP.

As soon as VP left DM, the showbiz press had a frenzy writing and commenting on the swellheaded behavior of VP, his distasteful jokes, and his picking up fights with other more senior performers. When he was with DM, VP had more leeway. With the new manager, VP has to report all his activities to his road manager. To make matters worse, VP’s production assistant was fired.

With the reformatting of his daily show, VP is under pressure, as he has to conform with the structure of the show unlike in the previous format where it was spontaneous that it all seemed like he was merely playing. Adding stress is the demand that the success of one segment in the new show totally relies on VP. Earlier, VP stated that he no longer wants his weekly show as he was getting tired of doing the same  thing repeatedly. This certain girl that VP dislikes will be taking over the slot of his show.

Perhaps VP should learn to count his blessings before declining offers left and right. These blessings might not last for long with his attitude. Is this attitude a result of VP regretting his decision to drop DM for the sake of bigger projects and more money? Now, he has to work very hard for every peso the network pays him and he has to conform strictly to the rules of the new management.

He's So Into Voluptuous Women

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This politician has had his share of performing in comedy and drama shows in TV and cinema. He has now found a certain thrill in social networking. Compared to his contemporaries, he has been liberal in expanding his network and being active in microblogging.

In particular, he adds the curious and specifically, young girls who are awed at him. He prefers the girls to have voluptuous physiques and be at least 18 or older. Since he fears to be seen in public, he meets the girl he fancies inside his vehicle. Once he is able to convince the girl, he touches her private parts. He takes all precautions so that he can easily deny any incident that will jeopardize his political and showbiz career as well as his family image.

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Behind the Pageantry

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The invitation said the screening starts at 2pm. The press and the photographers arrived on time and were eager to meet the applicants. THREE hours later, nothing was happening at the venue. The press people were restless and starving. The organizers did not provide food for them.Worse, the organizers asked them to step out of the venue and return 20 minutes later. The press then saw the applicants still practicing when they came back. They wondered if the screening would ever start. After almost an hour, food was finally served.

Given the events that transpired, an important point is whether the organizers can get their act together by starting on time and respecting the media. After all, media people can make or break the future of the chosen contestants and the contest itself. Now, was the MORE than FOUR-hour wait of the press worth it?

One guest commented that the event overflowed with applicants who had all guts and confidence. Those traits are good but it was a screening for a prestigious beauty pageant.

Meet Pretty Little Liar's Lucy Hale

Do you want to meet the latest endorser of Bench? For a minimum single receipt purchase of P 500, customers will receive (2) two tickets to the Lucy Hale Launch tomorrow, February 11, 4pm, at SMX.

List of participating Bench stores: Bench SM Mall of Asia, Newport, Glorietta 5, Rockwel, Alabang Town Center, Shangrila and Trinoma

P.F. Chang's Alabang

Thanks to Maryann for the recommendations!

Kung Pao Chicken

                                                                                                                       

Garlic Noodles

                                                 

Dumplings

                                                   

Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wrap

                                                 

Mongolian Beef

                                                     

Dynamite Shrimp

                                                     

P.F. Chang's Fried Rice

The Great Wall of Chocolate

                                                         

Shunning the Press

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Controversial boyfriend (BF) tagged along with his actress girlfriend (GF) at her mother studio. Upon their arrival, GF became uncomfortable seeing the press. After doing her plugs for the international program of the network, she yelled, “Thank you!”

Initially, people thought GF merely wanted to let everyone know she was done. In a blink, she grabbed BF by the arm and they hurriedly left the venue. The reporters were puzzled at her behavior but then they realized that her “Thank you!” was more of a sarcastic remark as they were not able to interview BF.

If GF did not want the press to interview BF, why was he there? Did BF really tag along or was he there to make sure GF did not play around? Is their presence in public events sending a message?

Acting Rudely?

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Host (H) told the staff that his cut off is 9pm. The staff agreed but the taping was still not over at 10pm so H walked out. The staff and the executive producer ran after H. What H did not know was that a politician-producer (PP), who was invited to be part of that episode, was already madly infuriated. 

PP already waited for two hours in the dressing room before her take. Then, when H threw his tantrum, the taping stopped for half an hour. PP was getting restless as she still had an engagement. The floor director kept covering up for H by saying the show was having technical difficulties. Finally, H calmed down and stepped out just before PP was going to give her piece of mind.

On hindsight, H has been with the show for quite some time so he should be more understanding about the taping of his show. Moreover, H should also have enough compassion for the other participants because they come from all over the country just be a part of his show.

Can we blame H for walking out of his own show?

Bakahan at Manukan (Metrowalk Complex) - Now Open!

Metrowalk Complex presents the old but new look of the classic Bakahan at Manukan. Featuring the original Tinupig, chicken marinated overnight in coconut cream and spices, or pansit musiko, an Asian inspired flat noodle with squid, meatballs, chicken, liver, pechay berde, bean sprout and egg. 

For all the meat lovers out there, try the sizzling bulalo steak, which comes in 3 great sizes!! Visit the newly opened Bakahan at Manuhan at Metrowalk Complex in Pasig City. Open daily from 11am-3am! 

Sister-Talk

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A makeup artist (MUA) and two actresses (A1, A2) were talking in the dressing room in between their photoshoot. A1 and A2 are both returnees to the network. One of them already has a running teleserye, while the other has projects lined up. The other characters are PC, a politician comedian, and WC, a writer comedian.

Translated into English, the conversation went this way:

MUA: Sister, why is PC joining your show? I thought it was just you, A2, and WC?
A1: I have no idea. I got surprised myself. Ask A2.
MUA: Sister, what can you say about PC being with you in the show?
A2: Yeah! It's so cheap! I was so excited for this show but then I found that out so I lost all excitement.

Can you identify A1 and A2? Why does A2 have that attitude towards PC, anyway?

A Little Less Attitude

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Sometime ago, celebrities visited the victims of a calamity down south. The victims were temporarily living in a school and were looking forward to any assistance extended to them. One of the celebrities, a well-respected and established male singer, stepped out of the van, talked to the victims, and listened to their stories.

In contrast, the other celebrity, an actress, was a disappointment. She took a step out of the van, looked around the area, and went back in the van without even spending some time with the waiting victims. The people then caught an expression on her face that she did not like what she saw. While in the van, she used a megaphone to talk to the people in the area. Some victims thought this was rude of her, while some were very displeased because they expected more from her.

The irony is that the actress received praises for her dedication in participating in relief activities spearheaded by her network. Perhaps, off-cam it’s an entirely different story.

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Cirque Mother Africa at Resorts World Manila

The world-renowned Cirque Mother Africa (created by professional acrobat Winston Ruddle) will dazzle and mesmerize local audiences with wild African music, dance and performance in a two-hour showcase.

Cirque Mother Africa 2012 can be seen from April 19 to 22 at Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila. Tickets are available at selected National Book Stores, Robinsons Department Stores, Cinema Lobby – Greenbelt 1 and Trinoma. You may also inquire at TicketWorld Office www.ticketworld.com.ph call 891-9999 for bookings & reservations.

EXCLUSIVE! Enjoy a 15% discount from February 7-20 by calling the following hotlines 0916-3403919 or 0921-5642108.

The Red Revolution

The REVOLUTION will take over the month of hearts as the finest music of today go hand in hand in raising the alarm for HIV AWARENESS. Prepare for a Bigger and Better RED REVOLUTION, February 9, 2012, Metrowalk Open Parking Lot, gates will open at 3pm. Let's SPREAD the LOVE!

Don't forget to do your part. Be aware, get informed. Sound the alarm. BLOW HARDER! Get ready to rock it out on FEBRUARY 9, 2012 for the Red Revolution with these bands (in no particular order):

Pepe Smith, Sandwich, Pupil, Callalily, Imago, Franco, Hilera, Moonstar 88, Typecast, Chicosci, Brownman Revival, River Maya, Grin Department, General Luna, Ebe Dancel, Kiss Jane, Mayonnaise, Stonefree, Tanya Markova, Razorback, Someday Dream, Siakol, 6cycle mind, Radioactive Sago Project, Pedicab, Ney, Silent Sanctuary, Paraluman, Top Junk, Blue Boy Bites Back, Peryodiko, Hijo, Salamin, Humanfolk, Eevee, Kalayo, Gracenote, Ernville, Never the Strangers, Letterday Story, Kaligta, Frio, Duster, Banda ni Kleggy, Ajka, SinoSikat, Bloomfields, All for Patricia, Karl Roy, Brisom, Subscapular, Sitti, Kjwan, Fuseboxx, Urban Dub

Buy your tickets at:

• ASTROPLUS/ASTROVISION (SM MOA, SM North, SM The Block, SM Makati, SM Megamall, SM San Lazaro, Greenbelt, Trinoma, Shangri-la Plaza)
• ODYSSEY (Gateway Mall, Festival Mall Alabang, Rockwell Powerplant Mall, Robinsons Place Ermita, Sta. Lucia East)

Ticket price @ Php 50.
(there will be no more P30 and P20 denominations but we will still accept the tickets purchased before.)

*You may also buy tickets to the show thru Channel [V] Philippines at vmusicfestival2012@gmail.com or call 0927-2404222.

Deep Dark Secret

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Dignified personality (DP) has a deep dark secret. DP likes to watch. DP does not merely watch taped television shows. DP likes to watch live shows. DP is a voyeur.

Recently in a hotel, which is within the radius of several media offices, the actors (two women and a young man) waited for their guest of honor. When DP entered the room, the actors became speechless when they realized who their guest of honor was. 

Apparently, DP is a regular customer of such private live shows and DP likes variety, such as watching two men together. The public image of DP is spotless. Often, DP can even be persistently influential and convincing.

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Rivalry Ateneo-La Salle The Musical

Experience this special event on Feb. 12, 2012, 3:00pm at the Meralco Theater. Ticket prices: 1200, 1000, 800 and 600. Contact Anson Tan @ 0917-5300498 to get a special discount.