I got the last-minute e-invite to L'Oreal's Black and White Affair on the night of 10.10.10 (I guess it was a pretty lucky day!). After accomplishing some Anagon Collection tasks the day of the event itself, I allowed myself to go out and attend this 4pm cocktail party.
I was actually lured with the early time (it's so hard to commute at night these days), and of course, the invitation's promise of contests, bloggers campaign, foods, and loads of giveaways! I was also curious on L'Oreal's "new technological breakthroughs in skin care"!
I was actually lured with the early time (it's so hard to commute at night these days), and of course, the invitation's promise of contests, bloggers campaign, foods, and loads of giveaways! I was also curious on L'Oreal's "new technological breakthroughs in skin care"!
Pretty and bubbly host Kamae de Jesus. I remember her from her UAAP courtside reporter stint! :)
My Beb (Bloggers Event Buddy! :)) Ava came with me! I really enjoy her fun company. :)
Ice Breaker: Pinoy Henyo
Although born-KJ (haha), I love that they started with a funny game where everyone participated and tried to get to know more people, even though to me this meant just the girl next to me (hi Angela!).
Competition sparks funny antics and hirits! The best way to awaken a room full of girls is to tell them the winners get a loot bag ...of L'Oreal MAKEUPS! :D
Competition sparks funny antics and hirits! The best way to awaken a room full of girls is to tell them the winners get a loot bag ...of L'Oreal MAKEUPS! :D
Team Black's representative, the make up artist Ms. Marj Sia! :)
Team Black
My Team White's representative Earth, racking her brains on the word flashed behind her! :)
Team White! :) Got this candid photo in Val Chua's Blog! :)
Alvin Miranda's opening remarks and presentation of L'Oreal's innovation and artistry
Sep Cimafranca, the man behind the prestigious brand's new product lines: White Perfect Rosy Day Cream (for the ladies) and Pure and Matte Bright Charcoal Black Foam (for men)
Bloggers enjoying the cocktails and company.
Something new in a blogger event: They awarded the best dressed! :)
Another game for everyone: Jeopardy, the L'Oreal version! ;)
With Ava and our new blogger friend Angela of Lush Angel. She is friendly and sweet. :)
Nice classy table set-up. :)
At the end of the program, the hosts told us they wouldn't let us leave without eating!
Yey, I just love good food! =)
Yey, I just love good food! =)
Ava's plate: brownie fudge, egg, and fish fillet with sweet and sour sauce.
Yummy potato soup!
My veg plate: 2 of the relished eggs and 1 brownie fudge.
Just for the record, I didn't win the best dressed thing (oh competitive Anagon, haha). If only I knew about this, kinareer ko outfit ko. Haha! Hey, they gave away L'Oreal GCs!! :D I opted to be a little simple that day, wore a sack-shift black dress which I can wear on a jeep and bus:
Tip-to-Toe:
Black and White Floral Fedora (Anagon)
Cross Ring (Anagon)
Black Dress (Liberte)
Booties (H&M)
Had a huge black bag with me to keep the flats I wore before and after the event. I changed into my booties in the MRT Ortigas restroom, which I didn't realize was a wrong move since I still had to go down the steep stairs and had a long walk to the venue. ;p The nice lady sweeper caught me struggling while going down the MRT stairs to meet Ava, so I just blurted "Ay napaka hirap naman ng naka high-heels! Pasosyal kasi!" That made her laugh. :) Hid the luggage under the tall cocktails table once inside the venue (hehe). I also did my own makeup, while standing in the MRT! Ang dami kong audience non, haha!
The best part of attending the L'Oreal Black and White Affair? They're so generous and handed everyone freebies-galore! :)
Assorted products for men and women. Gave the Men's Expert stuff to ate's boyfriend. Haha!
All bloggers got this fancy gift.
What's inside this gold box? =) Watch out, to be revealed in succeeding blog entries! :)
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I remembered during the introduction of the L'Oreal people and products where the speaker Sir Alvin said I believe in the power of blogging. This struck me the most, hearing that "we are worth it", and that a big brand values our opinions and influence. I love it that blogging in Manila is fast booming.
Once upon a time, circa 2003, I remembered starting my Xanga blog just to have my nice own personal space in the cool "new" online world. Ava and I talked about how this new gig on bloggers events kind-of influenced our posts, now avoiding being too personal or emo. I said I wanted to read-up my old Multiply entries, back during the days where everything is raw and noncommercial. I hope my blog will be successful in carrying more products and services from the very supportive brands--and still, keep the "heart" in it. :)
To all Pinoy Bloggers! :)
