Friday, September 28, 2012

3 HOT SHOPPING TIPS BEFORE GOING TO THE OFF PRICE SHOW

I was so excited about the open day sale of The Off Price Show that I went to the venue at about 11am today. There weren't many people yet at that time but of course, Friday is still a working day. Even though I was already drooling over nice stuff I could by for myself and my family, I decided to wait for my co-bloggers before I shopped.




Waiting for them took me 2 hours that was consumed on having a yummy Spaghetti Alla Bolognese and refreshing Iced Tea at Cibo (located at the food center of The Off Price Show) followed by coffee.



In that short amount of time, the event venue is crowded with bargain hunters like me and the line got long. Noticing that it went longer in just a few minutes, I called my co-blogger Daizy to bring the maid so we can leave the maid queued for us on the growing long line for payments.



It was a very smart decision so we had so much fun shopping for anything that we needed to buy for our families and for ourselves. Fitting on clothes  was most fun!




It's the biggest bargain sale in Manila so people shouldn't complain about the long lines for payment. Normally, if there is anyone who would freak out on long lines, complain about it and walk out, it would be me because I'm a very impatient person with hypertension... but hey, with less than Php5,000 I was able to gather on great deals for myself and my family so how can I possibly leave them? Patience is not my virtue but with the prices of the stuff I gathered, it was all worth it!


Shopping at The Off Price Show is very much like the Black Sales in the U.S. which means, If you want to buy things at great discounts, long queues to the cashier is the price to pay. So here are my hot tips for everyone else who wants to go to the massive shopping event tomorrow and Sunday:

1. Arrive at The Off Price Show well before it is scheduled to open!
Shopping time is from 10am - 10pm. You will still have to wait in line but it will not be half as long if you get there later in the day.

2. Bring a jacket or 2 or come in with warm clothing!
Even though it's a large crowd of bargain hunters there, believe it or not, it feels like you're inside a refrigerator! Kudos to the World Trade Center Tent management... the air-conditioning system is very good!

3. Bring a companion with you!
This is where girlfriends / boyfriends / spouse / maids are best to be with. One can go stand in line for you while you shop and take turns with them. The amount of time standing in line at The Off Price Show will then be cut in half.

I think I did my show and tell fairly well and so I'll leave you the best phrase to mention when it comes to everything we do in life is... "The early bird, catches the worm!"


Thursday, September 27, 2012

GREAT SHOPPING EXPEDITION AT THE OFF PRICE SHOW

My long list of with specific items/brand that I want to purchase at The Off Price Show tomorrow for my loved ones is ready. Just like my friends who will be my shopping buddies tomorrow, I am so excited that I am only gonna have 1 more night's sleep and it's time for me to head out to biggest retail shopping event ever to happen in Manila!


Yup! Tomorrow is the open day sale! For more info, go to The Off Price Show Facebook Page!


Saturday, September 22, 2012

10 REASONS WHY YOU MUST GO TO THE OFF PRICE SHOW MANILA ON SEPT. 28-30 2012!

It will be a 3-days shopping bliss for everyone... that's what up! THE OFF PRICE SHOW at the World Trade Center this coming September 28 - 30, 2012 is massive! It is also a great time to get early Christmas shopping list completed.


Before you go on reading, I suggest you play this video to set you up in a mood!



You played it already? Good. Now, allow me to give you the 10 reasons why I call it massive and it is a must that you and your friends should go there: 

# 1.  PARTICIPATING LIFESTYLE BRANDS
Have you seen the line up of participating lifestyle brands? It's a huge list! If you haven't seen it yet, I suggest you visit the FB Fan Page or if that won't convince you, allow me to mention a few big ones... Ikea, Ray-Ban, Melissa, H&M, Crocs, Tommy Hilfiger, Brooks, Bershka, Ralph Lauren Eyewear, Shiseido, Toms Shoes, Pull & Bear, Guerlain, Pony, Jockey, Hellolulu, Calvin Klein Eyewear, Pacsafe, Grid-It! Skechers and so many more!


#2. ALL PARTICIPATING LIFESTYLE BRANDS ARE UP TO 80% OFF
Yes... all lifestyle brands... everything will be from 50% to 80% off the retail prices!



#3. YOU CAN USE YOUR CREDIT CARDS FOR SHOPPING
No cash? You can use them to shop BUT... here is something great for BDO Credit Card holders... For a minimum of single-receipt purchase worth Php 3,000 on our lifestyle brands, avail of the Zero Percent (0%) interest installment for 3 months! That arrangement is exclusive only to BDO Credit Card.


#4. STOCKS ARE AUTHENTIC
No further explanation.

#5. YOU CAN WAIVE ENTRANCE FEE TO THE SHOW
The entrance fee to the show at the World Trade Center is Php 100 per head but... you can get a free access if you "LIKE" The Off Price Show Facebook Page first then register online (found below the cover photo of the page). Note: This is valid only for The Off Price Show's Facebook Fans so don't forget to "LIKE"!

#6. THE SHOW IS OPEN TO ALL AGES
The show is all about great discount shopping for men, women and children's lifestyle clothing and accessories! Plus home furniture and accessories too!

#7. YOU CAN WIN PHP 1,000 WORTH OF GIFT CERTIFICATES BEFORE SHOW DATES
The Off Price Show will be picking DAILY 5 LUCKY WINNERS of these gift certificates from September 22-26. Announcement of winners will be on Thursday, September 27. Aside from that, there will also be a raffling of DAILY winners from online registrants!


#8. YOU CAN WIN FABULOUS PRICES FROM THE PARTICIPATING LIFESTYLE BRANDS
Yes, there will be raffle draws throughout the 10am - 10pm shopping period. Participating lifestyle brands will be raffling off their various merchandise. BDO will also be raffling off eco-bags and Rouge Magazine will give away yearly subscriptions!

#9. GREAT CEBU PACIFIC FREEBIES
Cebu Pacific will be giving away tickets to international destinations during the raffle draws of the 3-days shopping spree! Start making sure you "LIKED" THE OFF PRICE SHOW and FOLLOW THEM ON TWITTER.


#10. EXCITING ACTIVITIES DURING THE 3 DAYS SALE
The Off Price Show will be entirely busy aside from your shopping spree. There will be the following:

  • STYLISTA - This activity will be featuring five (5) of Manila's hottest stylists to show everyone how to dress and impress. The stylists' creations will be displayed in the special area of the show.
  • FOOD CENTER - No one will be left hungry while visiting the show because CIBO will be providing show nutrients and The Off Price Show will also have their own food station for everyone.
  • FASHION SHOW - Fashion Academy Manila will be showcasing different merchandise of the participating brands with ELITE models on five (5) fashion shows during the 3 days sale. 
So there! See y'all at 2012's The Off Price Show on September 28 - 30 at the World Trade Center tent in Pasay City, Manila, Philippines! 



Monday, September 3, 2012

THE BIGGEST SALE IN MANILA: THE OFF PRICE SHOW

September 28-30, 2012 at the World Trade Center tent, Pasay City, 10am - 10pm <-- That's what I marked on my calendar to remind me of the biggest off-price retail concept ever introduced in the Philippines... The Off Price Show


Yes, it is the biggest sale ever conceptualized and implemented in this country where shoppers no longer have to go to high end stores to own a lifestyle item with their favorite brands sewn on the label. What is also so cool is the massive price cut... up to 80% off on a wide array of lifestyle brands!!!

A few weeks ago, I learned about The Off Price Show on Facebook and Twitter and oh my, I just can't wait for these 3 days. I went cray cray (crazy) on thinking how to save/stretch my pay money up to end September so I can do my early Christmas shopping for the family. Yeah... I certainly want to avoid the Christmas rush and not to mention the jacked up prices when Christmas season starts this year. Yes, I have to go wiser because last year, it cost me a lot. 

The Off Price Show will be having big lifestyle brands on men's, ladies' and children's wear as well as foot wear, outdoor and home accessories will gather on the event to offer Manila a mix of past and current season stock up to 80% off! Brands that will be on massive sale indicated in The Off Price Show Facebook Page are Bershka, Pull & Bear, Crocs, Pacsafe, Outdoor Products, Grid-It, Hellolulu, IKEA, Brooks, Prince, Manhattan Portage, Puma, H&M, Tommy Hilfiger,Melissa, Jack & Jones, Ecko Unltd, Zoo York and Lonsdale! Now isn't this an event not to be missed?

I have already set and shared these great shopping dates with my friends... It will be really fun! Hmmm... I can already imagine myself with a new pair of Brooks running shoes, a couple new perfumes (Oh, Burberry!), a dress from H&M, Crocs for my kid and a crocs sandal for mom, and for the rest of my family, I will have to shop to death at The Off Price Show!

So mark your calendars too, my dear readers! Don't miss the biggest sale on earth! We just gotta shop! Worrying about long lines and that stocks would run out? Duh! Wonder why The Off Price Show picked the World Trade Center tent!