*Left to Right: Ode To Leaves Bag; Pool Party Sunglasses; One Love Hoop Earrings; Fabulous Bloom Earrings ans Ring; Fabulous Bloom Bracelet and Necklace; Ever Ring; Sasha Tank & Shorts; Dorothy Cami & Shorts; and Arabella Underwire Brassiere

“Frosting” ourselves and then a photo shoot c/o AVON

March 10, 2010 – The annual Avon Fashions Summer Collection launch has earned recognition for its glamour and style, and this year is no deviation from tradition.  Set against the breathtaking evening Manila skyline atop one of the city’s tallest properties, Avon Fashions once again captivated the fashion industry when it unveiled its stunning summer collection of Intimate Apparel, Jewelry and Accessories.

The event, entitled “Avon Fashions Penthouse,” transformed the venue into a fashion   haven   for the stylish pieces included in the summer collection.

Welcoming   the   VIP   guests  were  the  captivating  city-skyline  view, overflowing  cocktails  amid relaxing house music, and the presence of Avon Fashions  Style  Ambassador  Ruffa Gutierrez and the new Avon Mix endorser, Bianca Gonzalez.

Each area of the glamorous penthouse was transformed into a fashion haven, dedicated to engage the guests and let them experience Avon Fashions. The Intimate  Apparel  Room  allowed  guests  to discover what Intimate Apparel matched   their   personality   and  to  bring  home  their  Avon  Fashions undergarment  alter ego as a treat. In the Accessories Room, guests enjoyed a shopping spree as they chose from Avon Fashions’ collection of summer must-haves like flipflops, shades, bags and wallets. In the Jewelry Room, the guests enjoyed the chance to “frost themselves” with Avon Fashions’ mesmerizing fashion jewelry pieces, as inspired by the movie “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.”  Afterwards, donning the pieces of their choice, guests struck a pose for a glam photo.

The event’s piece de resistance was the high-energy fashion show directed by renowned director Robbie Carmona. Some of the country’s top mannequins sashayed down the catwalk and brought to life the exciting pieces from the eight fashion stories – Kaleidoscope Summer, Tutti Frutti, One Love, Spring Fantasy, Ode  to Leaves, Pool Party, Bouquet of Memories and Black Rose.

The launch also introduced the Men’s Club collection, the line up of Intimate Apparel, Jewelry and Accessories especially made for the needs of men.

Avon Philippines President and General Manager, Mike Gudgin, was a picture of pride when he officially opened the event and welcomed the guests.

“Avon Fashions, like all Avon brands, echoes the company’s commitment to respond to what women need and want. Avon Fashions products show we keep abreast of fashion trends as we ensure that these are within their reach and are attuned to the local fashion taste,” shared Mr. Gudgin.

Avon Fashions Style Ambassador, Ruffa Gutierrez sang her praises for the brand.  “I’m proud to speak for a brand that offers high quality products and allows Filipinas to be fashionable while being practical. And that’s important nowadays…to be a sensible fashionista,” said Gutierrez.

The evening also formally introduced celebrity host and model Bianca Gonzalez as the new face for Avon Mix Jewelry and Accessories.

”Being the face of such a big brand is indeed flattering. I am ecstatic to be representing the Avon Mix Jewelry and Accessories line. I am excited to share this news and give my fashionista fans the chance to try these new pieces,” said Gonzalez.

It was indeed an evening of breathtaking proportions — from the awesome cityscape, the engaging activities, to the electrifying fashion show featuring the exciting Avon Fashions Summer Collection 2010.

No doubt about it, it will be one sizzling, stylish summer ahead on the fashion front. Thanks to Avon Fashions.