Happy Plugs ushers in style and function in tech accessories

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PASIG CITY, June 12, 2015 – With mobile technology seemingly integrated into our lives, accessories are gaining momentum to inspire more brands to try their hand on developing products that enhance mobile devices and embody the user’s distinctive style at the same time.

Arnold Galang (Happy Plugs Audio) (c) Krizia Catapang
Arnold Galang (Happy Plugs Audio) (c) Krizia Catapang

This dynamic change resonates well with the fashion industry, which is certainly pushing the boundaries to take the emerging market for tech accessories to greater and trendier heights.

(c) Krizia Catapang
(c) Krizia Catapang

Celebrity Gretchen Ho is thrilled to see it all unravel. “Fashion is a very exciting part of our culture and it’s about time that tech has caught up with style and individuality,” beams the 25-year-old Gretchen.

Undoubtedly one of the most admired sports personalities of her generation, Gretchen gained prominence during her successful collegiate volleyball career. She has proven her skills beyond the court as she dabbles in hosting television shows and corporate events.

Gretchen, who also runs an inspirational merchandise business and is very much involved in managing her official webpage, relies heavily on her gadgets to manage her schedule and sustain her online presence.

The right combination of style, quality, functionality and price serves as the blueprint for Gretchen in choosing accessories like headphones to match her favorite gizmos. The Filipino-Chinese beauty has had to try on several pairs before finally discovering Happy Plugs, whose accent pieces make a fashion statement for tech-savvy audiences like her.

Happy Plugs, the international fashion and lifestyle brand established in September 2011 with the ambition of transforming essential tech accessories into fashion must-haves, teams up with Power Mac Center for its first ever fashion event collaboration in the Philippines.

Being the Official Technology Retail Partner of the Philippine Fashion Week, Power Mac Center will present Happy Plugs’ latest collections of headphones, smartphone and tablet cases, setting the pace for accessories at the biggest fashion event happening at SM Aura Premier on June 12-14, 2015.

For Happy Plugs, color is style and identity, thus coming up with the “What Color Are You Today?”® concept in creating accessories that convey value as much as aesthetics. Its ability to merge fashion and technology bodes well for Happy Plugs which has garnered a celebrity following, including Gretchen.

“What I like about Happy Plugs is the simplicity of the design and its focus on functionality. The colors and patterns are so fun to mix and match with my different outfits,” muses the new Power Mac Center brand ambassador for Happy Plugs.

An avid runner and a music fan, Gretchen says Happy Plugs has become essential in her workout routine. The Happy Plugs Earbud (Red) headphones is perfect for her as it stays comfortably in her ear to provide optimized sound quality. The In-Ear (Gold Deluxe Edition), on the other hand, fits Gretchen’s sleek and sophisticated personality off court.

“With Happy Plugs, I feel very confident because I’m wearing a stylish piece and with the quality, I feel like there is nothing that can disturb my experience. The styles are also very classic and are sure to last for a long time, so what more can you ask for?” adds Gretchen.

Happy Plugs accessories are likewise outfitted to complement the latest collections of two of the country’s most renowned fashion designers.

Arnold Galang believes that fashion has moulded even the digital world and the big challenge for tech brands is to continuously evolve and create accessories that bear an authoritative fashion stamp. He affixes his nod of approval on Happy Plugs’ range of audio accessories.

For Arnold, Happy Plugs not only meets the demand for up-to-date accessories that are in-sync with the style trend of today’s generation but it’s also attuned with his fresh new take on the basics as well. The brand’s design flair is evident on its array of In-Ear and Earbud collections.

“The use of popular print and patterns and the love of color of Happy Plugs inspired my entire collection,” states Arnold, whose 2015 Philippine Fashion Week holiday collection is entitled “ONE.” “It was so exciting to incorporate something that, as a designer, I have always loved.”

Lyle Ibañez, for his part, underlines how accessories personalize devices nowadays. “You can dress up your gadgets just like how you dress up yourself. It’s become fashionable. It’s a lifestyle,” he says.

Happy Plugs pulls it off with their mobile cases, according to Lyle, whether for smartphones like the Ultra Thin Case collection or for tablets like the Leopard and Camouflage Book cases.

Lyle describes Happy Plugs as very sleek and functional, qualities essential to accessories that are all the rage in the digital era. He says his 2015 holiday collection “Pop Couture” features ensembles that, when worn with Happy Plugs, captures the very essence of his personal style: modern, structured and sophisticated.

Combining elegance, vibrancy and wearability, Happy Plugs is geared to make for a fashion extravaganza at the Philippine Fashion Week. Happy Plugs is available at all Power Mac Center stores nationwide. For more information, log on to www.powermaccenter.com.

International fashion and lifestyle brand Happy Plugs partners with Power Mac Center for its first ever fashion event collaboration in the Philippines, introducing stylish accessories such as the Gold Earbud and Leopard Flip Case (shown in photo) at the runways of Philippine Fashion Week slated for June 12-14 at the SM Aura Premier. Established in September 2011, Happy Plugs will set the pace for accessories at the country’s biggest fashion event, underlining the “What Color Are You Today?”® concept in delivering style and functionality to mobile gadgets.

Gretchen

Gretchen Ho

Television and event host Gretchen Ho is the new Power Mac Center brand ambassador for Happy Plugs. One of the most admired sports personalities of her generation, Gretchen attests to Happy Plugs’ ability to transform essential accessories into fashion must-haves.

Arnold Galang

Inspired by the love for color of Swedish accessory brand Happy Plugs, fashion designer Arnold Galang will showcase his 2015 holiday collection dubbed “ONE” together with Happy Plugs cases at the runways of Philippine Fashion Week.

Lyle Ibañez

Underlining how accessories personalize tech devices nowadays, fashion designer Lyle Ibañez will present his 2015 holiday collection called “Pop Couture” worn alongside the Happy Plugs’ array of fashion-forward earphones at the runways of Philippine Fashion Week.

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One of PJMA’s (Philippine Junior Marketing Association) biggestevent this year is #MADWORLD2015 having about 6500+ attendees. Bringing
Filipino Student Marketeers together in one place , coming from different state
universities and colleges here in the Philippines. (Kudos to the students from the North, Visayas and Mindanao)

It was to my surprise as I arrived at MOA-SMX, the massive
line at the entrance at 10am.  I
understand how difficult it was for the organizers and the security to handle
that much number. It may have taken time to accommodate everyone to their
designated places, but it was worth the wait.

image

Being accommodated on my high heels by one of the
organizers/members (Thanks Ralph Gonzales, @ralphgon) and meeting Karol Chee
(@missykarol), Director for Marketing at Philippine Junior Marketing Association, I
would like to say Congratulations!, for pulling of a successful event, Not only
to them but the rest of the officers, members and even volunteers. Thank you
also for the warm welcome.

image

I came representing WazzupPilipinas (Thanks to Sir Ross Del
Rosario @pinoytekkie) who is one of the media partners of the event, and to
share, I was hoping to see Kim Kaizen Lo of UST (Big fan <3), unfortunately I didn’t see him. According to a
friend, When I left around 3 pm, he came. – Hindi
Tadhana.

I’ve always been intrigue with the “Marketing side”, coming
from a different profession, this is an opportunity for me to learn and explore – most importantly. Maybe I could apply
what I learn, as a part time blogger.

The speakers, were very motivating and the topics they
tackle are very interesting, there was never a dull moment- Presentation pa lang, already grabbed my
attention.
Wished I finished the event but had other blogger commitments
that fell on the same day.

image
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Opening performance by Rico Blanco, was insane, everybody
was up their seats and wanted to get a better view of him upclose. The event
was hosted by the lady wearing red, Sports enthusiast, Volleyball player and
host, Gretchen Ho. Moderator of the event, the respected Tony Sarmiento.

image

Opening remarks, from Philippine Marketing Association’s
President, Mr. Henry Tenedero and  I’ve
listed down Inspirational quotes to remember coming from him.

“Marketing
is life, life is marketing”

“The Papal
effect: Think Well, Feel Well and Do Well”

“We should not only be Hi- tech but Hi -Touch”

image

First speaker, was Miss Leigh Reyes (@leighpod/ @loweph) ,
President and Chief Officer of  LOWE
Philippines. Her topic is about “The Art
and Innovation Perspective”
. I was amaze how artistic and creative she is,
She presented some of her works and her travels. She said, you should get
inspiration from the tools you use.  She
introduced the term “FLEARN” means Learning from failing.

image

Second speaker, Mr. Lawin Bulatao, Executive Arena Director,
Arena Media. His topic is about the “Art
of Crafting”,
Defining that Crafting, is the act of making and producing
with ingenuity, care and skill. Crafting is the art of making ingredients, so
obey your inspiration. Therefore Crafting has a great impact to advertising.

Photos by: Charisse Abaric

MAD WORLD: “Unravelling the Creative Genius”

One of PJMA’s (Philippine Junior Marketing Association) biggestevent this year is #MADWORLD2015 having about 6500+ attendees. Bringing
Filipino Student Marketeers together in one place , coming from different state
universities and colleges here in the Philippines. (Kudos to the students from the North, Visayas and Mindanao)

It was to my surprise as I arrived at MOA-SMX, the massive
line at the entrance at 10am.  I
understand how difficult it was for the organizers and the security to handle
that much number. It may have taken time to accommodate everyone to their
designated places, but it was worth the wait.

image

Being accommodated on my high heels by one of the
organizers/members (Thanks Ralph Gonzales, @ralphgon) and meeting Karol Chee
(@missykarol), Director for Marketing at Philippine Junior Marketing Association, I
would like to say Congratulations!, for pulling of a successful event, Not only
to them but the rest of the officers, members and even volunteers. Thank you
also for the warm welcome.

image

I came representing WazzupPilipinas (Thanks to Sir Ross Del
Rosario @pinoytekkie) who is one of the media partners of the event, and to
share, I was hoping to see Kim Kaizen Lo of UST (Big fan <3), unfortunately I didn’t see him. According to a
friend, When I left around 3 pm, he came. – Hindi
Tadhana.

I’ve always been intrigue with the “Marketing side”, coming
from a different profession, this is an opportunity for me to learn and explore – most importantly. Maybe I could apply
what I learn, as a part time blogger.

The speakers, were very motivating and the topics they
tackle are very interesting, there was never a dull moment- Presentation pa lang, already grabbed my
attention.
Wished I finished the event but had other blogger commitments
that fell on the same day.

image
image
image
image

Opening performance by Rico Blanco, was insane, everybody
was up their seats and wanted to get a better view of him upclose. The event
was hosted by the lady wearing red, Sports enthusiast, Volleyball player and
host, Gretchen Ho. Moderator of the event, the respected Tony Sarmiento.

image

Opening remarks, from Philippine Marketing Association’s
President, Mr. Henry Tenedero and  I’ve
listed down Inspirational quotes to remember coming from him.

“Marketing
is life, life is marketing”

“The Papal
effect: Think Well, Feel Well and Do Well”

“We should not only be Hi- tech but Hi -Touch”

image

First speaker, was Miss Leigh Reyes (@leighpod/ @loweph) ,
President and Chief Officer of  LOWE
Philippines. Her topic is about “The Art
and Innovation Perspective”
. I was amaze how artistic and creative she is,
She presented some of her works and her travels. She said, you should get
inspiration from the tools you use.  She
introduced the term “FLEARN” means Learning from failing.

image

Second speaker, Mr. Lawin Bulatao, Executive Arena Director,
Arena Media. His topic is about the “Art
of Crafting”,
Defining that Crafting, is the act of making and producing
with ingenuity, care and skill. Crafting is the art of making ingredients, so
obey your inspiration. Therefore Crafting has a great impact to advertising.

Photos by: Charisse Abaric

MAD WORLD: “Unravelling the Creative Genius” was originally published on KrishGeek

MAD WORLD: “Unravelling the Creative Genius” was originally published on KrishGeek

MAD WORLD: “Unravelling the Creative Genius”

One of PJMA’s (Philippine Junior Marketing Association) biggestevent this year is #MADWORLD2015 having about 6500+ attendees. Bringing
Filipino Student Marketeers together in one place , coming from different state
universities and colleges here in the Philippines. (Kudos to the students from the North, Visayas and Mindanao)

It was to my surprise as I arrived at MOA-SMX, the massive
line at the entrance at 10am.  I
understand how difficult it was for the organizers and the security to handle
that much number. It may have taken time to accommodate everyone to their
designated places, but it was worth the wait.

image

Being accommodated on my high heels by one of the
organizers/members (Thanks Ralph Gonzales, @ralphgon) and meeting Karol Chee
(@missykarol), Director for Marketing at Philippine Junior Marketing Association, I
would like to say Congratulations!, for pulling of a successful event, Not only
to them but the rest of the officers, members and even volunteers. Thank you
also for the warm welcome.

image

I came representing WazzupPilipinas (Thanks to Sir Ross Del
Rosario @pinoytekkie) who is one of the media partners of the event, and to
share, I was hoping to see Kim Kaizen Lo of UST (Big fan <3), unfortunately I didn’t see him. According to a
friend, When I left around 3 pm, he came. – Hindi
Tadhana.

I’ve always been intrigue with the “Marketing side”, coming
from a different profession, this is an opportunity for me to learn and explore – most importantly. Maybe I could apply
what I learn, as a part time blogger.

The speakers, were very motivating and the topics they
tackle are very interesting, there was never a dull moment- Presentation pa lang, already grabbed my
attention.
Wished I finished the event but had other blogger commitments
that fell on the same day.

image
image
image
image

Opening performance by Rico Blanco, was insane, everybody
was up their seats and wanted to get a better view of him upclose. The event
was hosted by the lady wearing red, Sports enthusiast, Volleyball player and
host, Gretchen Ho. Moderator of the event, the respected Tony Sarmiento.

image

Opening remarks, from Philippine Marketing Association’s
President, Mr. Henry Tenedero and  I’ve
listed down Inspirational quotes to remember coming from him.

“Marketing
is life, life is marketing”

“The Papal
effect: Think Well, Feel Well and Do Well”

“We should not only be Hi- tech but Hi -Touch”

image

First speaker, was Miss Leigh Reyes (@leighpod/ @loweph) ,
President and Chief Officer of  LOWE
Philippines. Her topic is about “The Art
and Innovation Perspective”
. I was amaze how artistic and creative she is,
She presented some of her works and her travels. She said, you should get
inspiration from the tools you use.  She
introduced the term “FLEARN” means Learning from failing.

image

Second speaker, Mr. Lawin Bulatao, Executive Arena Director,
Arena Media. His topic is about the “Art
of Crafting”,
Defining that Crafting, is the act of making and producing
with ingenuity, care and skill. Crafting is the art of making ingredients, so
obey your inspiration. Therefore Crafting has a great impact to advertising.

Photos by: Charisse Abaric

MAD WORLD: “Unravelling the Creative Genius” was originally published on KrishGeek