Review: AIAIAI Tracks headphones w/ mic (BLOG GIVEAWAY!)

I was recently given a pair of AIAIAI Tracks headphones (w/ mic) by Digits Trading. I own a pair of AIAIAI TMA-1 DJ Headphones w/ mic and til now I just can't travel without them. Apart from delivering great sound, AIAIAI headphones are really sleek and stylish so I was excited about getting a chance to give one lucky reader a pair. 

I won’t get into the technical/geeky stuff too much, but basically here's what I think of the Tracks headphones:

• It's really cool how the ear cups are detachable and the "buttons" can be interchanged
• Even without padding, they're really comfortable
• Not having specific clasps the headband can latch onto allows the user to adjust the headphones more.
• Buttons feel a bit too hard at first, but you get used to them eventually.
• Sound-wise, the headphones are pretty nice. I was afraid it would deliver too much of the highs or bring the bass up, but after using them to listen to songs from different genres, everything seems pretty fair and "true".

Final notes:

• If you're particular about wanting unbiased sound, you might like this!
• Be careful not to wear the ball and joints out if you don't want to keep the ear pads falling from time to time. It's not really a big problem but this may be an issue for some people. 
• It's the perfect pair to have on the go! 

Aiaiai Tracks HP w/ Mic Blush Plum color

http://www.aiaiai.dk/store/headphones/tracks

Visit AIAIAI's website

http://www.aiaiai.dk/

Distributor Philippines: Digits Trading

https://www.facebook.com/digitstrading

https://www.facebook.com/beyondthebox.ph

https://www.facebook.com/digitalwalkerstore

https://www.facebook.com/digitalhub.ph

https://twitter.com/digitstrading

https://twitter.com/beyondtheboxph

https://twitter.com/digitalwalkerph

https://twitter.com/DigitalHub_RP

Price:

AIAIAI Tracks - P2450

You can also get a pair from their resellers:

Astroplus

Astrovision

Beyond the Box

Digital Hub

Digital Walker

Egghead

iShop

Buzz

Music Colony

Quicksound 

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HOW TO WIN THIS PAIR : 

1. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter 

2. Tweet or Instagram my photo of the headphones above (2nd photo) and state why you'd like to win a pair of AIAIAI Tracks headphones from @raleene @digitstrading
3. You should be from the Philippines  

THAT'S IT! 

This contest ends on FEB. 28. 

I'm looking forward to reading your answers- the most creative one will win! You can even state why you appreciate good sound quality or why good headphones really affect the way you experience music. 

Good luck! :) 

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Bloggers United 6- giving away 10 tickets!

When a group of top fashion bloggers unite for the country’s grandest holiday bazaar, one can expect nothing but a shopping experience that is more fun, engaging, and personal, as evidenced by the recent successes of blogger bazaars in the country.

This year, the 13th World Bazaar Festival (WBF), running from December 6 to 22 at the World Trade Center and undoubtedly, the country’s biggest and most- awaited Christmas charity shopping event, proves this true as it once again partners with “Bloggers United 6,” a team that showcases the country’s top entrepreneur bloggers, on December 7 at the World Trade Center (WTC) in Pasay City.

The event, which will occupy the second floor of WTC, will serve as the 6th official installment of Bloggers United and will feature fashion royalties in the blogosphere, including the likes of Divine Lee, Camille Co, Laureen Uy, Kryz Uy, Maggie Wilson and Dani Barretto, among others.

Founded in 2011, Bloggers United has continuously influenced the online Filipino community through its efforts of promoting beauty, fashion, and style through a series of bloggers bazaar in Metro Manila.

With its recent collaboration with World Bazaar Festival, “Bloggers United” is expected to gain bigger audience and market share, while giving back to the community, as part of the proceeds of WBF will be donated to ABS-CBN Foundation, Inc.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wsifanpage

Twitter: @worldbex #worldbazaarph

Instagram: @worldbazaar

For more information and updates, follow Bloggers United:

Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Official Hashtag: #BU6

In Partnership with:

World Bazaar Festival

CO-PRESENTERS

Paktor

Banana Peel

Contigo

Tomato

Instax

Kotex

NAVA

MAJOR SPONSORS

S&H

Giordano

MINOR SPONSORS

Fly Shades

YSA

Meister

Nice Day Coffee

Glutamax

MEDIA SPONSORS

ETC

Madhouse Manila

Stylebible.ph

Cosmo.ph

FemaleNetwork.com

ABS-CBN Publishing, Inc.

Chalk Magazine

MEG

MegaStyle.PH

Metro Magazine

Spot.PH

Status Magazine

TheMall.PH

WheninManila.com

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HOW TO WIN TICKETS:

1. Follow me on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook
2. Follow Bloggers United on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook
3. Follow WSI on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook
4. Tweet what you're excited to do/see this BU6, hashtag and tag #RaleeneBU6 @raleene 
(example: "So excited to see what my fave bloggers have in store for us this #BU6!!! #RaleeneBU6 @raleene)

Good luck and see you this Saturday!!!

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L'Oreal: WEAR YOUR COLOUR PROUD

Filipinas deserve to have their beauty brought out and developed the best way possible. With this, Filipinas everywhere will be empowered to showcase their looks and character. As the leading provider of hair color in the Philippine salon industry, it is L’Oreal Professionnel’s advocacy to be able to provide all Filipinas the best hair color using the right hair color brand for them through proper consultation and diagnosis. It is their aim to be able to educate hairstylists on the science of proper skin tone diagnosis to give all types of Filipina - mestiza, morena or chinita- the hair color that suit them best.



Now, it is your chance to get the hair color that will suit your skin tone best! L’Oreal Professionnel is holding the Wear Your ColorProud Week where women are invited to get the hair color that will truly bring out the best in them and will make them prouder.This November 11 to 15, they are offering a special promotion: For every hair color service that one person will avail, get another hair color service for a friend absolutely FREE!

This will be available in the partner salons of L’Oreal Professionnel: Bench Fix Salon, Bang’s Tony & Jackey, Henri Calayag Salon, Philippe Tordjman Le Salon and Regine’s.

   Get the best hair color for your skin tone by availing of this exclusive offer during the Wear Your Color Proud Week.




But before this, I'll be one of the firsts to be part of this color movement-- I'm giving away the slot for my +1!

 MECHANICS:

1. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter

2. Follow @LOrealProPH on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter 

 3. Regram or Repost on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter the Wear Your Color Proud Week poster and caption: "I wanna be part of the 9000 Filipinas to Wear Their Color Proud! @raleene @LorealProPH #wearyourcolorproud" (be sure to include the poster, tag me, @LorealProPh and include the hashtag #wearyourcolorproud)

DEADLINE OF ENTRIES IS ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25 (3:00 PM) since I am availing of this service on Saturday (October 26) at Bench Fix. You must be available on that day to meet me! :)
(time, date and venue subject to change)

To know more about L’Oreal Professionnel Steampod and its #WearYourColorProud campaign, visit their links:
Website
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
Youtube


GOOD LUCK!

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SUNRISE SHOOT (BLOG GIVEAWAY CLOSED)

Thanks so much to Ana for the lovely wire name necklace

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Riz, Joe, Robin and I drove to Tagaytay at 3AM to catch the sun rise this morning. We had to ensure there were a lot of laughs along the way so that everyone was awake while braving the badly-lit roads. We were also able to get a bit of energy from the 7-Eleven coffee vending machine + the tapsilog joint across the road where the Starbucks in Tagaytay was located. Funny how the first thing we all had to accomplish while the sun was slowly rising was to have our fill of iPhone snapshots for Instagram! We hurriedly set-up our gear since the purpose of this trip was for Rob to record a video for someone's birthday. We had a bunch of instruments, cameras and tripods with us. Riz, Joe and I recorded our own covers as well, but I didn't really like the song we picked. I'm not sure if it's going to be posted- I'm convincing my sister to record another song for us since we didn't get to practice for it. 

It turned out to be a perfect day to whip out a pair of reliable Ray-Bans and 'twas windy enough to wear my new studded cardigan from Zara. A bit oversized, it makes one look a bit top-heavy but I am in love with its silk, blanket-feel lining. It looks a lot like my coat from Spanish Moss Vintage but I purchased it anyway since I wanted one with silver studs + it's a lot lighter.  My boots are from Charles & Keith and I've been abusing them since my trip to China. The 2" heel adds just enough height and they're even more comfortable than most of my ballet flats because of the soft insoles. You'd think I'd get sick of wearing [black] boots to work and on gigs, but I feel as though I have to add to my collection just because I know they're always reliable and they can transform any plain outfit into a more edgy one (at least in my POV). 

I'm a bit dizzy from the trip and I haven't gotten any sleep since yesterday (hence the badly written entry) but I couldn't wait to blog this morning since I was too excited to announce that I'm giving away  brand new Ray-Ban sunnies!

Here's how you can win this pair:

1. Follow Ray-Ban Collector's Facebook, Twitter & Instagram (@raybancollector)

2. Follow Eye Statement on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram (@eyestatement) 

3. Follow me on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram (@raleene)

4. Create a blog entry on HOW YOU CAN BE A LEGEND. 

-the title should contain the words Ray-ban and Legends

-it should contain a photo of you or a celeb wearing Ray-Ban eyewear (he/she should be an icon that is a Legend for you as your inspiration)

-it should mention me/my blog entry inspiring you to write your post

-e-mail me the link to your entry or write it as a comment to this post

Criteria: 50% Creativity and 50% number of comments

One entry per blog site.

This contest ends on Nov. 30, 2012. 

GOOD LUCK! 

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Mandaue Foam ( + blog giveaway)

A few weeks ago I was invited by Mandaue Foam to take a tour around their Quezon Avenue branch. I'm glad I was chosen as one of the bloggers to write about them since I haven't done anything related to interior design or interior decor in a while. I also needed tons of things for my new flat, and aside from the decor they said mentioned that anyone could send in their designs for them to upholster/manufacture! 

I've always known about Mandaue Foam because I would always see the big branches in Cebu on my way to school. It was built in 1971 by Mrs. Rosita T. Uy as a foam manufacturer in Mandaue City (Cebu). Since then, they've grown to be a big manufacturer of foam, furniture, furnishings & decor. Their showrooms are full of those plus small home items that makes it a one-stop shop for new homeowners! 

MF was also kind enough to sponsor a giveaway for my readers! More about that at the end of this post...

Lighting's got to be one of my favorite aspects in interior design. This piece caught my eye since it was the perfect simplistic/modern touch to add above my small dining table. I was in search of something more industrial like those exposed bulbs (this one's even better because it uses LEDs)

They have a lot of these modern chairs 

How to vote for me on Parisian

thrifted denim jacket, dress (used as top) from People R People, skirt from Zara, shoes & bag from Parisian

HOW TO VOTE

Step 1 

 Log on to www.facebook.com

Step 2

 Visit the Fan Page of Parisian Shoes and Bags

Step 3

 Click on the "LIKE" button (if already a FAN, it will go directly to the FAN page)

Step 4

 Click on the Parisian Summer Collection Blogger Challenge tab to open the application

Step 5 

Click on a thumbnail to view an entry

Step 6

To vote for an entry, click on the VOTE button at the bottom of the photo

Step 7

 Fill out registration form

Step 8

 A confirmation message will appear to confirm your vote

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I hope you guys get to vote thrice a day! 

I'm giving out Php 10,000 worth of SM GCs + Php 10,000 worth of Parisian GCs to my followers if I win!

Please spread the word and vote for me 3x a day! :) 

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PDP @ Pipino

Punchdrunk Panda invited me and some girls last March 20 for a blogger hangout at a cool vegan restaurant called Pipino at Teacher's Village QC. We each got a new pair of skimmers and had so much yummy vegan food for lunch!

Happy 13th birthday to Candy!!!

The Philippines' number one teen magazine, Candy magazine, is celebrating its thirteenth birthday this month! 

In celebration of 13 sweet and wonderful years, they've sent over a couple of shirts and I'm giving them away to three lucky readers!!!

All you have to do is...

1. Like and follow Candy on Facebook and on Twitter 

2. E-mail me (raleenecabrera@gmail.com) / tweet me "I'm a Candy girl because _________."

Include your full name and e-mail address as well! 

3. Greet Candy magazine a happy 13th birthday on Facebook and Twitter and tag Candy's page

Good luck!!!

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