Category: Press Release

  • Introducing the GUESS Originals Summer2021 Collection + GUESS Originals KIT Program

    Introducing the GUESS Originals Summer2021 Collection + GUESS Originals KIT Program

    Los Angeles, CA —The Summer 2021 GUESS Originals collection is returning with its newest essentials line coined the GUESS Originals Kit Program.  The program continues to be refreshed seasonally with essential core fits and colors featuring premium fabrics and timeless designs for both men and women.  The GUESS Originals capsule and Kit Program includes the brand division’s most contemporary denim styles and is available beginning July 16, 2021, in select GUESS retail stores and guess.com.ph.

    GUESS Originals Collection

    The Summer GUESS Originals Collection for both men and womentakes inspiration from the California surf scene and features surf inspired graphics from the archives.  The relaxed California lifestyle inspires the pastel colorsand softer washes in this delivery.  The summercollection feature timeless silhouettes with a fashion-forward approach.

    The men’s collection offers an array of tees, tanks, sweat shorts, slim and straight leg denim in light, dark, and black washes. Jogger pants, hoodies and crew neck sweatshirts return in gray, black and white tones and provide a laid-back look to your style.  All denim pieces from the GUESS Originals seasonal offering also feature the iconic triangle logo on the back pocket.

    The women’s capsule incorporates a selection of tanks and crop tops in pale banana yellow and jet black. Knit sets in the form of button ups, provide ultimate comfort to your wardrobe. A two-piece matching crop top and short set in daisy prints are the ultimate go-to summer styles that are both lightweight and fashion forward. The denim options are available in the form of cropped mom jeans, high rise, carpenter fit denim and the debut of a retro-inspired wide leg style.

    GUESS Originals Kit Program

    Each style featured in the GUESS Originals collection pairs back to the core styles offered in the Kit Program.  Each silhouette included in the program emphasizes premium denim and heritage styles from the brand’s design archives. The Kit pants are an assortment of elevatedlighttwill cargo pants, light chino khaki woven pants as well as light to dark stonewash denim. The Kit Program also includes chambray shirts and pocket tees for men. The women’s GO Kit Program offers a variety of ribbed tanks, bodysuits, mid-thigh shorts, as well as a light and dark stonewash denim jacket.

    Pricing for the GUESS Originals collection + GUESS Originals Kit Program ranges from P 1,698 to P 3, 898 for tops, bottoms, dresses, hats and denim.

    About GUESS?, Inc.

    Established in 1981, GUESS began as a jeans company and has since successfully grown into a global lifestyle brand.  Guess?, Inc. designs, markets, distributes and licenses a lifestyle collection of contemporary apparel, denim, handbags, watches, eyewear, footwear and other related consumer products. Guess? products are distributed through branded Guess? stores as well as better department and specialty stores around the world. As of January 30, 2021, the Company directly operated 1,046 retail stores in the Americas, Europe and Asia. The Company’s partners and distributors operated 524 additional retail stores worldwide. As of January 30, 2021, the Company and its partners and distributors operated in approximately 100 countries worldwide. For more information about the Company, please visit www.guess.com.

    REFERENCE & CONTACT:

    Kaitlyn Quail
    GUESS?, Inc.
    212.852.0568
    kquail@guess.com

  • Keep productivity, security high and downtime low with the feature-packed HP ProDesk PC family

    Keep productivity, security high and downtime low with the feature-packed HP ProDesk PC family

    Working from home does come with its own set of benefits and challenges. The bottom line is to remain comfortable and productive despite the inevitable distractions and the countless problems, which can and will result in downtime, if one is not careful.

    A good way to remain continuously efficient while working remotely is with a reliable and hardworking computer system like the HP ProDesk PC Family.

    Experience expansion and flexibility at its finest with the HP ProDesk 400 G7 Microtower PC

    Get the WFH essentials

    The most basic home office set-up requires a usable desk, and a comfy chair, but the most crucial of all these requirements is of course, a computer, without which, working remotely, would not even be possible.

    Designed to meet all the needs of remote working, HP’s ProDesk PC Family is powered by Intel Core processors, one of the most trusted and preferred processor brands in the market today.

    Here’s a quick summary of the HP ProDesk PC Family, in a snapshot:

    • HP ProDesk 400 G6 Desktop Mini PC – Though small in size, this desktop delivers robust power for your daily demands. It’s compact and stylish, but is capable of high-speed responsiveness, and offers a wide range of settings for adaptable flexibility.
    • HP ProDesk 400 G7 Microtower PC – A reliable desktop where expansion is possible, since it features three bays and three slots, for storage, WLAN M.2 slots, and configurable ports.
    • HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor PC – This desktop, though a bit smaller than the HP ProDesk 400 G7 MT, still delivers the same features, but only has two bays and two slots for storage, WLAN M.2 slots, and configurable ports.
    Meet the daily demands of working from home with the compact, stylish, but powerful and flexible with the HP ProDesk 400 G6 Desktop Mini.

    Work securely at home

    Privacy and security remain as the top two requirements when working remotely or at home. These protective measures are necessary to protect files and confidential documents. Locking the computer nowadays is no longer enough.

    Besides having strong password protocols in place when it comes to WiFi networks, the most effective way of protecting and securing files when working remotely or at home is having a computer powered and configured with extra protection. The HP ProDesk Family are hardware-enforced with privacy solutions including:

    • HP Sure Sense – Exceptional protection against advanced malware through deep Artificial Intelligence Learning.
    • HP Sure Click – Secures the computer when surfing the Internet or viewing untrusted documents.
    • HP BIOSPhere Gen6 – Enables and disables specific ports and even blocks a USB from booting, when found to be infected with a virus or Malware.
    • HP Manageability Integration Kit – High-speed image creation and hardware, BIOS, and security through the Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager.

    The HP ProDesk PC Family offers a myriad of options depending on the user’s specific needs and requirements. Working either from home or remotely is now the reality and with HP’s wide selection of personal computers, backed by its well-known reputation, selecting any HP-branded PC, would be a wise investment indeed.

    Grab the small but terrible HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form that delivers high performance to accomplish the requirements of remote work.

    Get the HP ProDesk 400 G7 Small Form Factor PC online via https://bit.ly/HPProDeskG7 today.

    REFERENCE:

    JEAN RICELLE A. AQUINO

    Public Relations Supervisor

    Stratworks, Inc.

    0927 027 8975

  • 5 Easy Tips to Help You Shop Wisely at the Shopee 8.8 Mega Flash Sale

    5 Easy Tips to Help You Shop Wisely at the Shopee 8.8 Mega Flash Sale

    Enjoy exciting promos such as Midnight Flash Deals, Daily ₱8 Flash Deals, and free shipping with no minimum spend

    If you’re an online shopping newbie, or maybe an occasional shopper who struggles to navigate e-commerce platforms, then you’re probably wondering what flash deals are. On Shopee, flash deals are limited-time price drops, available in limited quantities. In fact, you get some of the biggest discounts when you shop flash deals. A lot of these flash deals can go for as low as ₱8!

    At Shopee 8.8 Mega Flash Sale, which runs until August 8, you can enjoy not just flash deals, but also free shipping, themed sales, cashback, and more. Before you start shopping, check out the tips below so you can maximize and enjoy your shopping experience without having to worry about missing out on limited-time offers:

    1. Keep tabs on Daily Flash Deals

    Click the Flash Deals tab on your Shopee homepage and scroll through the products to find the best deals of the day. On this page, you can also see the items scheduled for flash deals. Press “Remind Me” to receive a notification once your desired flash deal goes live. You can check out Mall Flash Deals for deals from your favorite brands. Alternatively, you can check your preferred sellers or brands’ pages to check which items are up for flash sales soon. Wait for bigger flash deals to drop daily from midnight to 2:00 AM as well.

    1. Add to cart in advance

    Before any big sale, make it a habit to add the items you want to buy to your shopping cart. This saves you precious time, and helps you avoid running out of that item you’ve had on your wishlist for weeks! Once the clock strikes midnight, check out your items, hassle-free.

    1. Check for free shipping

    Admit it: free shipping makes online shopping so much more enjoyable! To get your money’s worth, don’t forget to claim your free shipping vouchers before you check out. Head on over to Free Shipping on your Shopee homepage to check when new free shipping vouchers drop.

    1. Schedule your shopping sprees accordingly

    Set reminders for themed sales such as Shopee Mall Sale on July 26; Sports and Motors Sale on July 27; Shopee Beauty Day on July 28; Electronics Sale on July 29; ShopeePay Day on July 30; Home and Outdoors Sale on July 31; Shoes and Bags Sale on August 1; Toys, Kids, and Babies Sale on August 2; Groceries and Pet Care Sale on August 3; Fashion Sale on August 4; and Mobile and Laptops Sale on August 5. Indeed, there are flash deals for all kinds of shoppers to enjoy. Make sure you’re ready to add to cart so you don’t miss out!

    1. Use ShopeePay for more deals

    Top up your ShopeePay wallet through your debit card and other convenient channels to enjoy more exclusive deals such as free shipping with a minimum spend of ₱199, 15% cashback, ShopeePay ₱1 Deals, ₱10 worth of data for only ₱1, and up to 25% cashback on Bills Payment. You can also get 20% cashback when you Scan to Pay with ShopeePay for your cash-on-delivery (COD) orders with your ShopeeXpress rider.

    For a chance to win more ShopeePay credits, join the #BudolFinds challenge on Tiktok from July 26 to August 8. Just buy products from the Fashion, Food & Beverages, Electronics, Beauty/Personal Care, and Home categories on Shopee. Then shoot a creative 30-second review and include the hashtag #BudolFinds in the caption. Participants can win up to ₱5,000 worth of ShopeePay credits. For more details about the #BudolFinds challenge, visit https://snssdk1180.onelink.me/BAuo/BudolFinds.

    To discover more about flash deals, visit https://shopee.ph/m/8-8

    Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

    REFERENCE:

    Hannah Tejuco
    PH Marketing | Public Relations

    Mobile +63 917 808 4894

    Viber +63 917 705 4447

    Address 15F Asian Century Center, 27th St. corner 3rd and 4th Ave., BGC, Taguig, PH 1634

  • Cebuana Lhuillier nabs 2021 International Service Excellence honors; technology-driven customer service innovations cited as industry game changers

    Cebuana Lhuillier nabs 2021 International Service Excellence honors; technology-driven customer service innovations cited as industry game changers

    Cebuana Lhuillier was named as one of the winners of the recently-concluded 2021 International Service Excellence Awards organized by the Customer Service Institute of America (CSIA). CSIA cited the company’s push in digitalizing its customer response, paving the way for faster communication between the three-decade-old company and its millions of loyal clients. 

    The company bagged the Customer-focused Innovations nod due to its development of creative and inventive means of engagement and product usage, with the following milestones considered as game changers in its industry: CEB, Cebuana Lhuillier’s very own Intelligent Virtual Assistant; Cebuana-from-Home, an online platform which provides clients with a 360-degree access to Cebuana Lhuillier’s suite of services, and the eCebuana App, among others. Cebuana Lhuillier’s commitment to further improving client experience and engagement through technological innovations also impressed the judges. 

    “This recognition is a huge honor for us here at Cebuana Lhuillier, especially for our Customer Service team. As we see a continuous push for more product and service innovations to answer our clients’ changing needs, we also remain committed to improving how serve them—with emphasis nowadays on faster, more efficient, and more convenient service delivery,” shared Jean Henri Lhuillier, President & CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier. 

    “Our step towards digitalization is our response to this. By coming up with innovative digital solutions and making them available to every Ka-Cebuana, we provide them with options to better enjoy and appreciate our services, whether online or offline. More than just solutions, these innovations highlight how for Cebuana Lhuillier, our clients remain the heart of our organization,” he adds. 

    Marissa Ancog, Cebuana Lhuillier First Vice President and Group Head for Planning and Quality Management, emphasized the importance of finding solutions that best serve the clients’ needs. Making our clients happy has always been the core of what we do. As our clients’ needs evolve through time, the same goes with the level of service we provide—whether online, through our Customer Care hotline, or our branches. Aside from finding the best solutions through technology to help our Ka-Cebuanas, we also make sure that our frontliners are ready, well-trained, and well-informed at all times.” 

    Cebuana Lhuillier’s foray into digitalization of its products and services including client engagement started more than two years ago, in a move that signified the pivot of the thirty-year-old brand to a Fintech company. Ultimately, the innovations including the continued improvement of systems used in branches, access to services through mobile apps, easier communication to clients through the use of social media and bots, an upgraded and improved customer service hotline, have benefited customers who were able to experience a faster, more convenient level of service. 

    This also allowed the company to pivot and adjust faster to the needs of its clients with the implementation of a strict lockdown in the Philippines in 2020, following the spread of the COVID-19. Through the programs and applications put in place, clients were still able to have safe and efficient access to micro-financial solutions, especially during the most challenging period of last year when majority of banks and financial institutions were closed. 

    Cebuana Lhuillier president & CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier receives this year’s International Service Excellence trophy, in recognition of the company’s commitment to game-changing innovations in customer service.

    The International Service Excellence Awards serve as the global benchmark for innovative and noteworthy customer service, recognizing brands and individuals worldwide for their exceptional work. This year, Cebuana Lhuillier had the distinction of being the only Philippine-based brand awarded this merit. The company is a consistent awardee from the award-giving body, notching the following wins under its belt in the last three years: 2020 International Service Excellence Award Customer-Focused Innovations Category, 2019 International Service Excellence Award – Large Business Category, and 2018 International Service Excellence Award – Best of the Best Category. The awards are managed by CSIA, as assigned by the International Council of Customer Service Organizations (ICCSO).

    REFERENCE:

    JEAN RICELLE A. AQUINO

    Sr. Media Relations Officer

    StratWorks, Inc.

    0927 027 8975

  • The new ‘J-ollympics’ Kiddie Meal toys lets kids play fun sports with Jollibee and Champ

    The new ‘J-ollympics’ Kiddie Meal toys lets kids play fun sports with Jollibee and Champ

    This July, Jollibee brings the joy of fun sports to kids as it launches its newest Jolly Kiddie Meal set of collectible toys, the J-ollympics.

    The J-ollympics consists of seven sports-themed toys starring Jollibee, and this time, Champ also joins in the fun. This new Jolly Kiddie Meal toy collection inspires kids to have fun at home as they see Jollibee and Champ engaged in various athletic activities.

    Kids can help Jollibee speed up his Rowing boat as they move him forward and watch his oar in action. They can also enjoy a game of Basketball, as they press the button on Jollibee’s back and have him dribble the ball. Kids can get Jollibee to do some smashes as they press the button on his back and watch his Badminton racket swing in full force.

    Jollibee plays Golf, too — just pan the lever on his back to make him do some putting action. They can also help him score some goals as they push the button on his back to kick a Soccer ball. Jolly kids can also try out some Cycling action by moving Jollibee back and forth.

    Lastly, as Champ makes a special comeback in this Jolly Kiddie Meal collection, kids can help him practice his boxing skills as they move the lever on his back to make him throw some punches left and right.

    The Jolly Kiddie Meal J-ollympics collection will be available from July 16 to October 31, 2021. Each toy comes with its own Jolly Joy Box with every purchase of a Yumburger (P82), Yumburger Meal with Drink (P102), Jolly Spaghetti (P97), Jolly Spaghetti Meal with drink (P107), 1-pc. Burger Steak (P97), 1-pc. Burger Steak Meal with Drink (P114), 1-pc. Chickenjoy with Rice (P129), or 1-pc. Chickenjoy with Drink (P144). Kids can also complete the entire set of J-ollympics toys by ordering a 6-pc. Chickenjoy Bucket (P714).

    Kids can choose from 7 sports-themed J-ollympics toys and play with Jollibee and Champ!

    Collect all seven toys by visiting the Jollibee branch nearest you, or by having them delivered to your home through the new Jollibee App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000 hotline, GrabFood, or foodpanda.

    REFERENCE:

    John Paulo Ondra Caparros

    Public Relations Department – SBU BLAZE

    Strategic works, Inc.

    +639173068591

    john.caparros@stratworks.ph

    2nd Floor Zaragoza Building, 102 Gamboa Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City PH

  • URCommunity Mart 2021 brings popular snacks closer to households

    URCommunity Mart 2021 brings popular snacks closer to households

    The past year may have changed the way people shop, but one thing remains the same: people constantly look for good food choices that can be enjoyed and shared with the entire household. To keep Pinoy favorites closer to Filipino families across Metro Manila, Universal Robina Corporation (URC) brings back its roving store, URCommunity Mart.

    URCommunity Mart goes to Rizal

    Through the URCommunity Mart, classic Pinoy snacks are brought right at the doorstep of Filipino households. Shoppers can take advantage of URC’s affordable bundles of food essentials and well-loved treats like Piattos, Great Taste, Nissin Cup Noodles, Magic Flakes, Payless Xtra Big, and others that people can share with their loved ones. They can save up to P75 on these special food packs.

    Starting July 8, URC’s roving food mart will visit these barangays within Antipolo City – Brgy. Sta Cruz, Brgy. Dela Paz, Brgy. Bagong Nayon and Brgy. Mayamot. It will continue making stops at select Barangays and communities within Manila, Makati City, Taguig and Caloocan throughout the year.

    Delighting consumers with classic Pinoy snacks

    URC ensures that the teams handing out bundle packs strictly observe proper health protocols such as wearing PPEs, masks, shields, and practicing social distancing measures.

    URC aims to delight Filipinos with a wide selection of snacks and drinks that can be enjoyed by every generation. It launched URCommunity Mart last 2020 to offer Pinoys a safe and convenient way to shop for their favorite goodies.

    For more updates on the URCommunity Mart’s upcoming stops, visit URC’s Facebook page and website.

    REFERENCE:

    JEAN RICELLE A. AQUINO

    Sr. Media Relations Officer

    Stratworks, Inc.

    0927 027 8975 | 0999 625 6319

  • The crystal clear choice for your next TV upgrade: Samsung introduces the new 2021 Crystal UHD

    The crystal clear choice for your next TV upgrade: Samsung introduces the new 2021 Crystal UHD

    The year’s halfway done, but there’s still plenty of time to reinvent your space with an industry-leading home entertainment upgrade that you and your family deserve. The crystal-clear choice is Samsung’s 2021 Crystal UHD line, which is at the forefront of the 4K revolution with its best-in-class features that will change the way you watch TV.

    Upgraded color display in a slimmer profile

    At the foundation of the 2021 Crystal UHD TV is Dynamic Crystal Color, which delivers realistic images with every subtlety, through one billion shades of color born in a pure state with fine crystal. Coupled with the Crystal Processor 4K, enjoy lifelike color as it was intended in content upscaled to 4K resolution every time. The processor also meticulously analyzes low-resolution videos scene-by-scene to adjust and enhances contrast and HDR. 

    Packed in a profile that is sleeker and slimmer than before, Samsung’s premium design philosophy manifests in the Crystal UHD range through the AirSlim design. At just 25mm, the TV’s depth is the slimmest by Samsung by far allowing the Crystal UHD to blend effortlessly into any space with an elegant, minimalist look. 

    Besides the beautiful AirSlim design, the new Crystal UHD TV features a 3-sided bezel-less boundless screen for a more immersive cinematic experience. The AU8100 model also comes with an adjustable stand, to easily adjust the height and perfectly fit your Soundbar.  For those who prefer to keep their TVs off the furniture, the Slim Fit wall-mount, sold separately, enables a flush fit to the wall. 

    To top it off, get instant access to a world of content from Netflix, Viu, YouTube, and more with Samsung’s Smart Hub. Now, users can easily make the most out of their Smart TV as the key centerpiece in their homes.

    Samsung’s 2021 Crystal UHD line is the crystal-clear choice to upgrade your TV viewing experience, making it a great addition to any home. From July 1 to July 31, 2021, the world’s no. 1 TV brand will offer net cash discounts with Free 1-Year Viu Subscription on select 2021 Crystal UHD models. Get the 55” AU8100 for only P39,999 (P48,999 SRP) and the 50” AU8100 for only P32,999 (P40,499 SRP).

    With this special limited offer, the whole family will surely have better bonding moments. For more details, visit samsung.com/ph.

    REFERENCE:

    JEAN RICELLE A. AQUINO

    Sr. Media Relations Officer

    Stratworks, Inc.

    0927 027 8975 | 0999 625 6319

  • 7 Fun Facts about TREASURE that K-Pop Fans Should Know

    7 Fun Facts about TREASURE that K-Pop Fans Should Know

    New to Korea’s monster rookie boy group? Here are a few quick facts to get you started

    If you’re a K-Pop fan, you’ve definitely heard of TREASURE, YG Entertainment’s youngest boy band. They may be new, but with their high-energy songs and killer choreographies, this rookie group has already made quite the impression on the K-Pop scene.

    Interested in getting further acquainted with your future favorite boy group? New stans, here are a few basic facts you should know about TREASURE:

    1. TREASURE has 12 members

    You’ll have a hard time finding a bias, because CHOI HYUN SUK, JIHOON, YOSHI, JUNKYU, MASHIHO, YOON JAE HYUK, ASAHI, BANG YE DAM, DOYOUNG, HARUTO, PARK JEONG WOO, and SO JUNG HWAN each possess their own unique charms!

    1. The group has two leaders

    TREASURE is currently the largest group on YG Entertainment’s roster. With so many members, it only seemed practical for the group to elect two leaders. CHOI HYUN SUK and JIHOON, the two eldest, share joint leadership of the band.

    1. They debuted in August last year

    TREASURE entered the K-Pop scene on August 7, 2020 with their debut single,“BOY,” catching the attention of K-Pop fans around the world. The electrifying music video which accompanied the song managed to surpass 10 million views after a mere 26 hours!

    1. And they just debuted in Japan this year

    Coming on the heels of the release of “BEAUTIFUL,” which served as a popular anime theme song, TREASURE made their Japanese debut on March 31, 2021. The album contained Japanese versions of all their previous songs.

    1. But they’ve already won a lot of awards

    As a rookie group, TREASURE has already proven that they’re quite a force to reckon with. Just look at some of the awards they’ve bagged since their debut less than a year ago—Rookie Artist of the Year at the 35th Golden Disc Awards and at the 2020 Asia Artist Awards, Best New Male Artist and Worldwide Fans’ Choice TOP 10 at the 2020 Mnet Asian Music Awards, and Global Super Rookies by Genius Korea.

    1. The members call the fandom TREASURE MAKER

    The fandom is officially named TREASURE MAKER, but, adorably, the boys have also taken to calling their fans “teume” for short.

    1. They’ve already started flexing their acting skills

    The members made their acting debut with their web drama, “It’s Okay, That’s Friendship,” a hilarious parody that touches on friendship and school life. It’s a must-watch for every TREASURE MAKER!

    Couldn’t get enough of TREASURE at last month’s Shopee 6.6 Mid-Year Sale TV Special? Good news, TREASURE MAKER: you can catch TREASURE perform once again at Shopee 7.7 Mid-Year Sale TV Special. Tune in to GMA 7 and Shopee Live this July 7, 9:30-11:30 PM to watch your favorite members! You also get the chance to win over ₱7,000,000 worth of prizes by watching the show.

    Meanwhile, enjoy free shipping with no minimum spend, up to 20% cashback, and ₱1 deals at Shopee 7.7 Mid-Year Sale. Until July 7, top up your ShopeePay wallet through your debit card and other convenient channels to enjoy more exclusive deals such as free shipping with a minimum spend of ₱199, 15% daily cashback, ₱10 worth of data for only ₱1, and up to 35% cashback on Bills Payment. On July 7 only, enjoy more upsized deals such as free shipping with no minimum spend and 50% cashback.

    For more information on the Shopee 7.7 Mid-Year Sale, visit https://shopee.ph/m/7-7.

    Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

    REFERENCE:

    Hannah Tejuco
    PH Marketing | Public Relations

    Mobile +63 917 808 4894

    Viber +63 917 705 4447

    Address 15F Asian Century Center, 27th St. corner 3rd and 4th Ave., BGC, Taguig, PH 1634