Her Royal Highness Princess Amal Rakiah on the first day of the opening of Dynamic Sports

The ribbon cutting ceremony to officiate the opening of Dynamic Sports flagship store

Dynamic Sports recently drew waves of crowd after its launch of the flagship store two Sundays ago at The Walk (Beribi). It attracted different walks of life especially those in the sports community. Strategically located in Beribi, Dynamic Sports heralded a new era in providing a one stop sports shop furnished with reputable brands with the likes of Adidas, Nike, Reebok, Saucony, ASICS, Crocs and many more.

The company aims to create a platform that provides the most suitable products for the running/sports community of all ages and let’s not forget that they also provide professional advice and guidance, training and rehabilitation to anyone, be it casual or for running.

All present during the launch were number of national scheme runners, sports enthusiasts (like myself) and the members of the press. The ribbon cutting was officiated by Mr. Law Haw Wei, Mr. Lau How Teck and Mr. Lau How Kun accompanied by their sons.

Dynamic Sports has already garnered traction from online shoppers and they can already purchase the items online prior to the launch. This is made possible by www.dynamicsports.co where you will get a very comprehensive list of products to choose from.

Lau Soon Tiong, one of the shareholders of Dynamic Sports, said that the company’s vision is to assist local athletes and passionate sports enthusiasts to strive for greatness by providing a conducive environment for them to improve and grow.

Dynamic Sports will introduce its second phase where they will provide gym services and classes that will assist the community in rehabilitation and condition of the body.

Last weekend, Dynamic Sports had a special deal for selected shoes and it was well received as shoppers flocked in to grab the good deals.

You can follow them on instagram @dynamicsports.bn and if you are wondering of the location, it’s the white building with hints of red and it’s located right before Starbucks Beribi.

Chang Ein Hong came to support the launch as well

Orange is the new black

Mr. Ti Eng Hui, CEO of Baiduri (far right) also came to support the launch

Plenty of varieties at Dynamic Sports

Soon Ai, one of the shareholders of Dynamic Sports

With the athletes during the opening

Hui Chiet also came to support

Accessories also available at Dynamic Sports

Friends and relatives

Special corner deals which was quite popular among shoppers

We did some shopping too

Congratulations to Soon Lau for breaking his personal best in 10KM run at Melbourne Run last weekend

 FashionValet General Manager Nadia Norzuhdy and BIBD Head of Retail Banking Hajah Nurul Akmar binti Haji Md Jaafar. Photo by Bahyiah Bakir of Borneo Bulletin.

Founder of @mukaku_comestics and @assalwaa.beauty.spa with HRH Princess Amal Rakiah

The annual event is back once more. Ladies will be spoilt for choices as they readied themselves for the upcoming festive of Hari Raya. The FashionValet pop-up event is currently being held at Indera Kayangan Ballroom and the first opening hours of the event was made exclusive to BIBD Perdana customers.

Now the event has been opened to public until 4th May (tomorrow) and it will be until 4pm.

Vivy Yusof made a one day appearance for her fans and of course, she’s the co-founder of FashionValet. Hajah Nurul Akmar binti Hj Md Jaafar, BIBD Head of Retail Banking, shared that BIBD’s partnership with FashionValet is more than just an annual pop-up event as it also showcases the local entrepreneurs at hand where they can be connected outside Brunei waters.

Some of the local vendors participating were Baitaal Hijab, Mumtaz Collections, Rozai Hijab, Mukaku Domestics and Mudaser. They were selected according to their ability to export and they will be trained by FashionValet on the know-how when it comes to being international. The said brands have already a proven track record locally and now it’s time for them to shine further. They also fall under the BIBD Catalyst program.

Good news for BIBD cardholders is that throughout the event, BIBD debit and credit cardholders will be entitled to exclusive discounts and earn double BIBD Hadiah Points which can be used to pay for utilities, donations, air miles and more.

So hurry yourself to FV pop up event before it’s over. Happy shopping and thanks to BIBD for making this possible yet again.

Pengiran Seti Aminah Binti Pengiran Othman, the guest of honour, signing the plaque, for the launch of Let’s Raya at International Convention Centre

Guest of honour receiving a token from Yang Mulia Awang Hambali Bin Pehin Dato Haji Mohd Salleh, Managing Director of the Thevent.co

Yesterday, an opening ceremony that was honourably held to mark the 1st instalment of Let’s Raya, at the International Convention Centre, Berakas starting from 8-10th June 2018. Let’s Raya! Let’s Raya an exclusive raya expo is brought to you by Thevent.co an event company dedicated to creating fresh and prominent opportunities out of our imagination.

The opening ceremony blessed with the recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah and Doa Selamat. Moving on, the opening ceremony was led by the managing director of the Thevent.co Yang Mulia Awang Hambali Bin Pehin Dato Haji Mohd Salleh inviting the guest of honor, Pengiran Seti Aminah Binti Pengiran Othman d/a Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Anak Haji Abdul Wadood Bolkiah bin Pengiran Lela Cheteria Sahibun Najabah Pengiran Anak Haji Abdul Aziz to officially launch Let’s Raya 2018.

Let’s Raya was inspired by the current and still prevalent consumer trend for convenience; the desire to be a one-stop for not only shopping of that easy comparison and variety of product availability in a venue set up of elegancy and quality. Providing their consumers with a prestige shopping experience, and last minute shopping place before raya! Let’s Raya will be ongoing from the 8th – 10th of June 2018 from 10am – 10pm, at ICC, Berakas.

With exciting participating vendors, shawls giveaway and exclusive daily draw prizes such as Prada wallet, YSL clutch, and daily cash vouchers Let’s Raya will definitely be a place for everyone to shop!

Let’s Raya is organised by Thevent. Co. and managed by D’Sunlit Sdn Bhd. For further inquiries, do contact 7247420 or follow them on instagram @lets.raya and on Facebook for updates #letsrayawithus #letsraya2018

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Pengiran Salleh Abdul Rahaman (right) was also in attendance

Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Anak Haji Abdul Wadood Bolkiah with @twill_silk owners

Lucky draw happening soon for @twill_silk customers

High quality materials from @twill_silk

Baiduri Bank as the official bank for Let’s Raya

Good business at Charles & Keith. This is so far their biggest customers.

Check out YMRM booth

There’s a buggy service offered for customers. Starts at $1 I think.

Both Fazura and Fattah Amin coming later at 4pm, 9th June

BIBD Head of Retail Banking, Hajah Nurul Akmar binti Haji Md Jaafar with Fashion Valet’s co-founder and Chief Creative Officer Datin Vivy Sofinas binti Yusof speaking to the press recently during the Fashion Valet pop-up event

Group photo with representatives from Rozai Hijab, Baitul Hijaab, Mumtaz Collection and MukaKu Cosmetics where they were invited to join the Fashion Valet pop-up event

Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD) customers recently were treated to an exclusive cardholders-only early bird entrance to the Fashion Valet pop-up event held at The Empire Hotel & Country Club.

While the event will run until the 6th of May, BIBD customers were offered this special treat as part of BIBD’s efforts to bring more benefits to its cardholders. Throughout the event, transactions made using BIBD cards will entitle cardholders to discounts of 5% and 10% for debit and credit cardholders respectively. Customers will also accumulate double BIBD Hadiah Points that can be used to pay for utilities, donations, air miles and others.

As part of BIBD’s efforts to add more spirit to the upcoming holy month, the promotion aims to provide homes and families with more opportunities to save in preparation for their Raya celebrations, embodying the true community spirit.

In partnership with BIBD, Fashion Valet brings to Brunei Darussalam more than 30 brands from its online store and will give BIBD customers brand exclusive previews of designs that have yet to be sold online. Fashion Valet is pleased to bring more lines to the pop-up event in Brunei Darussalam and add to the festive feel with added lines for all genders and ages. In the spirit of the coming festive season, Fashion Valet prides itself in showcasing design labels that fit the needs of Bruneian customers.

FashionValet’s Co-Founder and Chief Creative Office commented in a press release, “Every year we look forward to coming to Brunei; everybody here is so nice and welcoming and honestly, our year wouldn’t be complete if we don’t make a trip here. It’s been an annual tradition since we started in 2016.”

BIBD Head of Retail Banking, Hajah Nurul Akmar binti Haji Md Jaafar in a joint press conference, hopes that BIBD customers and local fashion entrepreneurs will see value in this partnership with Fashion Valet. Four local designers (Rozai Hijab; Baitul Hijaab; Mumtaz Collection; and MukaKu Cosmetics) will be present at the popup showcase and sell their collection to the public in participation of BIBD’s Catalyst programme, an entrepreneurship project aimed at establishing mentor-mentee relationships for local Bruneian designers to help elevate them to international standards. BIBD customers are offered an early start in their plans for the coming festive season, allowing them to focus on their Ibadah in the coming month of Ramadhan.

BIBD Fashion Valet Pop-up store is open to public from10AM – 10PM from 3rd – 6th May 2018 (10AM-10PM).

Azhani taking a photo opp with the co-founder of Fashion Valet

MukaKu Cosmetics making their presence felt at Fashion Valet pop-up. They are selling locally made organic cosmetics.

Baitul Hijaab is also making their presence and their products will be featured on Fashion Valet website pretty soon

The mentoring session for the local vendors led by the co-founder of Fashion Valet, Fadz Anuar.

Hjh Tina of Baitul Hijaab and Edy Zurina of MukaKu Cosmetics listening to advices from Fadz Anuar

The ice-breaking game session held at Spaghettini last Wednesday

Celebrating the milestone with Ms. Patricia Li, General Manager of LANEIGE Brunei with the diplomatic spouses from Korea, Thailand, Pakistan, Laos, Bangladesh and Oman, representatives of the International Women Council (Brunei), their loyal customers and fans at the banquet room of DÁNGGREREK DESA Serviced Apartments yesterday.

LANEIGE BRUNEI celebrated its 12th years of milestone within the nation. The celebration was held yesterday with the diplomatic spouses from Korea, Thailand, Pakistan, Laos, Bangladesh, Omarn, IWC, LANEIGE’s VIP guests, loyal customers and its fans.

LANEIGE always aims to bring back to the community and work closely with the NGO (Non-government Organization). LANEIGE work closely with” SAVE THE CHILDREN” to promote Sharing “Waterful” experiences campaign. Via this “Waterful” campaign, LANEIGE invests the profits made by the sales of Water Bank Essence yearly to build the water tanks not only in Africa and also recent years further support to China and Malaysia.  These projects intended to provide safe and clean drinking water for children who suffer from water shortage.

Throughout the past 12 years, LANEIGE Brunei Darussalam had expanded its vision from the founder to local region in order to support those who are in need within ASEAN. LANEIGE Brunei yearly corporate social responsibility campaigns, to create platform and great opportunities in discovering young peoples’ talents, energy, imagination, initiatives, leadership and recognized their crucial contributions to enhancing a variety of development in relation to music, communication, teamwork, culture exchange. For instance, the Broadway Musical Charity Competition co-organised with Ministry of Education, Health Campaign with Health Promotion Centre, Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign co-ogranised with Ministry of Health and recent years engaged with various NGOs in different countries supporting overseas community projects.

Dressing up for the occasion

Time flies pretty quick and it’s already 12 years for LANEIGE Brunei

Award Pelangi FM winner Eia with Patricia Li

Make up artist Karen Then with Michelle

General Manager, Ms. Patricia Li of LANEIGE Brunei expressed, “I am truly grateful to everyone who walk on this journey together with LANEIGE throughout the past 12 years with trust and strong believe in the brand as well as the people behind the scenes.  Each of the interaction we treasured deeply and these impacts made us grow stronger day by day. I strongly believe passionate in what you love to do is the key, that’s our corporate culture.  Understanding customer needs and extra efforts into service are the ultimate qualities we should cultivate not only for survival in crisis time, also for the future success that can endure in time.”

“From the beginning of this business operation till now, we have been carried out broad efforts both internally and externally to enhance customer satisfaction and strengthen stakeholders value. We are grateful to mother company, Amorepacific Corporation supports and the dynamic, innovative spirit they had injected into each of the projects to make it possible. Welcome to enjoy this new era of beauty experiences with LANEIGE and expect more years to come.’’

During the 12th Anniversary Celebration, LANEIGE Brunei invited makeup artist Karen Then and fashion influencer Jeera elaborated LANEIGE meets fashion project. LANEIGE launched its yearly projects globally collaborate with fashion designers brings the Chic Back With A Limited Edition Line!

A strong turn out yesterday at the celebration

Thanis and Mary being interviewed by Elizabeth Sim the host of the program

Saffana Tariq, the wife of the High Commissioner of The Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Brunei Darussalam had the honour to try the latest product demo from LANEIGE

@jeeradoesfashion being interviewed yesterday

The winners of the Pokka Dot outfit

Fans trying out LANEIGE products

The annual LANEIGE MEETS FASHION project features trendy collaborations between beauty and fashion that exudes innovation and fun beyond imagination. After 4 successful years of fashionable beauty, 2017’s limited-edition line exhibits a collab with Korea’s up and coming designer, Yoon Choon Ho.

The brand YCH is acclaimed internationally, having established a following in not only Korea, but also Hong Kong, China, the United States and Canada. Its elegant mix of classic beauty laced with punk and femininity is adored by celebrities such as our girl Rihanna, Kim Yoonah and Lee Sung Kyoung. LANEIGE x YCH draws inspiration from his fall collection: 80’s Modern Glamour.

The stunning range features our favourite LANEIGE products; the newly formulated Skin Veil Base Dot Cushion, Eyebrow Cushion-Cara and new Two Tone Matte Lip Bar with a makeover in YCH design of classic herringbone meets retro polka dot prints! Embossed on wool for an elevated textural experience you will definitely appreciate.

Mei Ting, Pilihan FM Mandarin DJ, Cecilia Lee, founder of IA Salon, Madam Ahn Seung Mee, the wife of Korean Ambassador to Brunei Darussalam and Saffana Tariq, the wife of the High Commissioner of The Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Brunei Darussalam

Cecelia Lee with the VIPs and invited guests

IA Salon celebrated its 13th year anniversary and hosted an exclusive health talk at the salon premise located at The Mall, Gadong. The themed health talk entitled: “Grow your mushroom, grow your healthy scalp” will be held last Friday.

The participants enjoyed a series of activities such as scalp scanning and consultation, “Grow your own” edible mushroom workshop and its benefits to hair and scalp, introduction to organic hair and scalp care products, and more basic care tips sharing.

Light refreshments featured Italian inspired mushroom dishes such as Garlic Truffle Mushroom, Spinach Filled Mushroom, Magic Mushroom Chicken Pastrami, Mushroom Bread Pudding and Fried Tortellini Mushroom.

As a one stop specialty salon, Cecilia Lee of IA Salon designed the salon for the comfort of women and men, and the staff expertly designing hair from professional trendy haircut to colours and treatments. IA Salon also offers nail, makeup and beauty services.

In line with the month long celebration, IA Salon has marked down offers on hair services for both men and women clients.

Additionally, the upscale salon only uses a luxury line of nutrient-rich products and treatments. Currently, the salon welcomes clients to enjoy their special promotions and grab on-sale selected hair and scalp care products with 50% off.

IA Salon is open from 10:00 am to 8:30 pm, for inquiries and reservations: call 2423232 / 8738232 or visit them at #G32, Ground Floor, The Mall, Gadong.

Madam Ahn Seung Mee with her niece who was in Brunei for a few days

Food served by Chef Salvo

With the staff of IA Salon and ambassadors of IA Salon

Among the lady influencers

Chef Salvo also joined the photo oppportunity

Aireen Omar, Chief Executive Officer of AirAsia Berhad, speaking to the media while grand winner, Tran Thi Tu from Vietnam (2nd from left), felt excited being the crowned the winner of AirAsia Runway Ready Designer Search yesterday at Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur.

An emotional Andrew Tan, Founder of Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week Ready To Wear, hopes that the collaboration with AirAsia will continue after a huge success with 10 countries competing this year alone and Air Asia made it possible.

Rano Iskandar in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. AirAsia’s annual designer search, AirAsia Runway Ready Designer Search, held its 2017 Grand Finale today at Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week Ready To Wear 2017 (KLFW RTW 2017).

The finale saw a total of twenty young talents from all 10 Asean countries showcase their Asean-themed creations on the runway.

Two top aspiring designers were selected to represent each country after a regionwide audition tour across Asean. The search kicked off in April in Manila before moving on to Bandar Seri Begawan, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Yangon, Jakarta, Bangkok, Vientiane and ended in Phnom Penh in June.

Tran Thi Tu from Vietnam was announced as the Grand Winner and walked away with prizes including a confirmed show segment to showcase their full collection at KLFW RTW 2018, a year-long mentorship from the KLFW RTW team, MYR25,000 sponsored by FashionValet to produce a capsule collection to be sold on fashionvalet.com, 150,000 AirAsia BIG Points, a six-page fashion spread in AirAsia’s Travel3Sixty inflight magazine, a special feature in Female Malaysia magazine and a pair of AirAsia return flights.

The winning design from Vietnam. Congratulations.

Another funky design from one of the participating countries

This was one of my favourites design on stage

Featuring local designer from Brunei, Kava by Nazy Sam

Aireen Omar, Chief Executive Officer of AirAsia Berhad said, “As a truly Asean airline, we are proud to continue our initiative through this platform and expand the designer search to a regional level with talents from all 10 Asean countries. We are very impressed with what we’ve witnessed on the runway today. Asean has great potential and we believe that, with continuous support and guidance from fashion industry leaders, business owners as well as members of the media, the fashion industry can flourish across the region.”

Andrew Tan, Founder of Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week Ready To Wear said, “Having AirAsia as a Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week partner for the past three years has undeniably been an incredible privilege. This partnership allowed us to not only access regional media and influencers but to forge stronger multilateral relationships with opinion leaders, fashion schools, designers and fashion industry activators in neighboring countries. The growth of AirAsia Runway Ready Designer Search from five countries last year to 10 countries this year will be instrumental in paving the way for Kuala Lumpur to be the fashion hub of Asean in the near future, a future made possible with the strength of the collaboration between AirAsia and Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week”.

Vivy Yusof, Co-Founder of FashionValet said, “This year has been nothing short of spectacular. From talented local designers to experiencing the best of what Asean has to offer, it has been a whirlwind adventure. FashionValet is honoured to carry the debut line of last year’s winner from Thailand, Anuruk Jaidee, and we hope this will be the start of more exciting Asean brands on our platform. I am thankful to Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week and AirAsia for collaborating with us at FashionValet and look forward to discovering even more talent in 2018.”

AirAsia Runway Ready Designer Search was established with the aim of empowering youth and developing young talents in the fashion industry across the region. This year’s panel of judges for the Grand Finale included judges from all Asean countries, as well as Aireen Omar, CEO of AirAsia Berhad; Andrew Tan, Founder of KLFW RTW; and Vivy Yusof, Co-Founder of FashionValet. Rides for the regional judges for the grand finale were sponsored by Uber.

Last year’s AirAsia Runway Ready Designer Search winner, Anuruk Jaidee from Thailand, also made a special appearance and showcased his full collection on the KLFW RTW 2017 runway.

AirAsia is also KLFW RTW 2017’s Preferred Travel Partner and is proud to have flown in international fashion designers from across AirAsia’s extensive route network, including Ka-Sha (India), Reclothing Bank (China), Resurrection (South Korea), TAKK (Japan), Yousef Akbar (Australia) and Anthony Ramirez (Philippines).

AirAsia BIG Loyalty Programme and FashionValet are proud sponsors of AirAsia Runway Ready Designer Search 2017.

Follow AirAsia on Youtube (youtube.com/user/AirAsia) for webisodes featuring the participants’ journey to the AirAsia Runway Ready Designer Search 2017 Grand Finale, or follow the hashtag #AirAsiaRunway on other social media channels such as Facebook (facebook.com/AirAsia) and Twitter (twitter.com/AirAsia).

Another Brunei designer, Humaira Zakaria

This show is one of the few packed itineraries that lasts for 6 days as part of KL Fashion Week

Actress @bow_benjasiri from Thailand made an appearance at yesterday’s show

Representing Air Asia flight attendants

The local fashion bloggers in Malaysia

Hj Omar Abdul Aziz and Siti Rashidah Hassan, co-owners of ZA Barakah with their children during the launch of the pop up event at The Mall

Siti Rashidah Hassan officially launching the pop up sale event

It has been three years since the company has been in fashion/lifestyle industry. ZA Barakah boutique started since 1st February 2014, managed by Hj Omar Abdul Aziz and Siti Rashidah Hassan. Due to their success, the entrepreneurs have also ventured into tailoring under ZA Tailor (hint, hint for those who wants to do their Baju Melayu or Baju Kurung for Raya).

Yesterday they launched a pop-up event leading into Hari Raya, having a concept of a modern Muslimah, showcasing some local and international brands. Do expect items such as Hijab, Jubbah and kids versions from Malaysia (Shazzmin, Dezahra and Julia Betty).

Perhaps the two major brands that are being showcased and sold are MochaFashion and LilyPetuna. Do check them out as they do look quite elegant and affordable.

Lily Petuna brand has a Pario concept, design that suits the modern era and ZA Barakah has made it easier for the locals to have access to their products. The same could be said for Mocha Fashion that has different range for ladies, kids and also men (top). Do expect great quality from both popular brands.

ZA Barakah is also the sole distributor for Capster (Hijab Sport) from the Netherlands. The brand has sold over 1,000 pieces alone in Brunei and that shows how popular Capster is.

Apart from that, ZA Barakah is also a distributor for Nashata Sports ranging from tops and pants for the ladies. The brand hails from Malaysia.

The pop up event is located on the 1st floor of The Mall, Gadong (near the escalator above Chang Ein Hong) and it will be there for the week. Do follow them on instagram @za_barakah for updates.

Some of the ranges from Lily Petuna

Mocha Fashion also have range for the men

Some of the children lines from Julia Betty

Fans of Jovian before entering the venue

JBoxing happened with a huge bang yesterday at The Empire Hotel & Country Club. As you know that Jovian Ready-to-Wear (RTW) event is always popular in Malaysia and it’s already happening in Brunei Darussalam. The event continues today till Sunday, 7th May 2017.

This time round to expect different range of designs and JBoxing is also an event whereby all Jovian fans will gather all at once as to own their favourite Lebaran pieces.

Bajoo is proud to partner with Jovian for the JBoxing event. Also part of the event is their exclusive main partner, Baiduri Bank Group. The expectations are quite high as they expect around 20,000 visitors over the three day period.

For Jovian, he has always wanted to host an event in Brunei and he figured that this is the right time. To Jovian, Brunei has been his favourite destination as he has many support from Bruneians and royalties. For your info, Jovian Mandagie is the cEO and Creative Director for Jovian Apparel.

Yesterday a few thousands showed up on the 1st day of JBoxing event in Brunei. Do expect more in the remaining two days. Good luck to Bajoo and Jovian. Some of the images courtesy of @kurapak

Hajah Halimah won a voucher from JBoxing from my repost contest. Happy shopping

Some of designs on display

Locally made

Founder of Bajoo with founder of Jovian Apparel