Shopping Spree: Taipei!

DAY 1

Whenever I go out of the country, I make sure to search for the best place to shop for inexpensive buys or cheap thrills lol 

Since it's not the first time that I have been to Taipei, I know where to go and find a good deal. I am a cheapskate afterall!

Here is a rundown of some of the items I bought during my entire Taipei stay. I will add more pictures as I continue my Taipei Chronicle.

shoes price from NTD199-390

This time I hoarded on shoes! I can't believe that I can buy so much shoes during our 5 day trip. If you are reading my blog, you have to know how I really suck at finding shoes that fits me well. And even if I found the right pair, this happen. I always shop at the underground stores like MIKI in Taipei Main station. The store has a separate shoes and clothing stores and has several branches throughout the entire stretch of the Underground Mall.

Rhett Eala celebrating 20 years!

My event: October 5, 2010

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2314 Chino Roces Ave. Extension,

Makati City

The invite states 6pm. A few minutes before 6pm, I was already there but a courteous parking attendant wouldn't let me park inside instead he pointed street parking to me where numerous policemen in motorcycle facilitated the parking. A few minutes before the show begins, I know why.

with Jacques Christophe Branellec of Jewelmer and Rhett Eala

It was my second time to meet Jacques of Jewelmer. He is as nice as ever. Rhett Eala gave in for a photo op request. He is a very humble guy.

Proud Pinay: Jewelmer Pearl bracelet

And yet another proud Pinay moment! I was one of the invited bloggers for Pearl Talk which I will be blogging soon. As a token, we were given limited edition Jewelmer bracelet which is currently on sale. 

Jewelmer is a local brand for cultured South Sea pearls. If you have been reading my blog, you know how fascinated I am with pearls and with this proudly Filipino owned company. 

Jewelmer earrings and bracelet

Addicted to pearls: Fresh Water Pearls

I had Ding Velayo, Inc. , a jeweller in Greenhills Shopping Center, replaced the old gold plated earring post and earnuts to a 14k or 585 white gold for only PhP4, 000. My earrings were stamped with the numbers 585 meaning its 58.5% or 14 karat gold. Their logo was also stamped on the earnuts.

replaced ear post and earnuts PhP4, 000 at Ding Velayo, Inc.; restringing of Princess pearls with knots in between PhP400

Ding Velayo, Inc. also does restringing of pearls. I had mine restring by their staff named Jane. She did a wonderful job tying knots in between my pearls. To prevent the danger of losing all the pearls when the thread is broken, pearls should have knots in between. Restringing should be done every year or every other year depending on how often you wear your pearls. Cleaning your pearls with chamois help keep its luster. Wear your pearls often to keep it moist with your body oil.

Fashionista: Pearls on Girls!

fashionista.... taray!

I want: Jewelmer for Christmas

I was with AC yesterday and for the second time, I visited a Jewelmer store Shangri- la branch. I tried several pieces and took pictures with it.

I am still debating with myself if South Sea Pearls are a good investment than diamond. What I like about this store is that it is Filipino owned and they would issue a certificate upon purchase of pearls.

11mm with lone diamond

I like this one because it is very dainty.

12mm south sea pearls

This second pair is a classic! I want this and I also want one in yellow gold.

Now, I have to blog about this so Jewelmer can sponsor me a pair of earrings lol