The Philippine Star

Fashion tips for the chic, curvy woman

- JOANNE ZAPANTA-ANDRADA

Through my years as a fashion and beauty columnist, I have met many beautiful women who have developed an aversion for the way they look simply because they were not skinny and straight-figured like the models in magazines, TV or online. This, in my opinion, is absolutely ridiculous. Curvy women were the rage during the Renaissanc­e Period and have, with the

For many CEOs and executives, jet-setting to destinatio­ns across the globe is all in a day’s work, so it’s become essential to know how to pack right and pack light. And still make a fashion statement!

Cream of the crop

Keep it classy and chic with Echolac’s PC108 cream carry-on piece. This water-resistant and durable hardside luggage is guaranteed to make any of your trips all the more pleasurabl­e. Maximizing storage, two internal compartmen­ts allow for greater capacity when packing, while a TSA lock also secures everything inside. With Echolac taking care of your traveling storage needs, you can look forward to focusing on the business at hand.

Seeing red

One of the brand’s best sellers, the PC005D honeycomb lightweigh­t luggage, is perfect for business trips. With its Hinomoto Japanese trolley and four-wheel spinner system, this hard case allows an effortless walk through the airport and to the hotel. This durable luggage is made from polycarbon­ate material and is designed with a patented, nonscratch­able surface. The square design also helps to manage inward pressure, protecting your valuables within its dual shell compartmen­ts.

Beating the burgundy

This PC080A sleek carry-on hardside luggage echoes the strong, powerful nature of executives. With durable polycarbon­ate made from ABS, a thermoplas­tic material, this luggage is a shockabsor­bent and scratch-resistant masterpiec­e. It has water-resistant nylon coil zippers and a push-button telescopic retractabl­e handle.

Red-y & prepared

For fun weekend trips, building networks and meeting clients, the PC008EXP sharp-looking hardcase luggage piece is built for the job. The lightweigh­t luggage has a multidirec­tional spinner, great for navigating through crowded airports, while The TSA combinatio­n lock affords ample security. Its expandable feature also allows for additional space, while the divider pad helps with organizing your valuables.

Double duty

The PC098E silver and dark gray hardside luggage is the perfect combinatio­n of sophistica­tion and function. For businessme­n who prefer things straightfo­rward, this hardcase luggage is ideal for both long- and shorthaul trips. Made from ABS, this luggage is waterproof and demonstrat­es its hardwearin­g nature. With four wheels and six compartmen­ts that can house a 13” laptop, this piece becomes the perfect travel companion for techie CEOs who are always on the go.

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Never let the fear of a full-figure get in the way of a vibrant personalit­y.
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Red-y to jetset. Sophistica­ted and functional. For the techie CEO.
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Executive class: Hardside luggage.
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Honeycomb luggage.
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Echolac in cream.

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