Midsummer Manila is Back this September

The insane Manila traffic is just about to get even crazier as we move closer to Christmas. With a supposed 30 minute drive turning into a grueling 2 hour trip, we should start crossing out some of the items on our shopping list as early as now! And one of the best places to make that happen is at Midsummer Manila. 

Hello again, Midsummer Manila. 

Midsummer Manila is back this September with three pop up schedules!

Just in Time for Christmas: Midsummer Manila Christmas Creations Pop-Up Bazaar

Midsummer is back and just in time for the holiday! With over 50 merchants offering unique fashion pieces, scrumptious treats, striking statement pieces and about anything and everything for you and your loved ones, this is one bazaar you shouldn't miss.

Hello, Midsummer Manila.

I had the pleasure to attend its bazaar a few months ago held at Arya and my eyes feasted on the beautiful items brought by the wonderfully curated merchants of Midsummer Manila. Though it is not as big as bazaar giants, one of the things I love about Midsummer Manila is how it made shopping a lot easier by handpicking its merchants and just offering some of the best in town. 

Save November 20 and 21, 2018, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. as Midsummer Manila has more in store for you in this season of gift giving!

Midsummer Manila Trunk Show Finds

I used to be so addicted to bazaars that I mark each and every one in my calendar. And yes, it definitely drains the budget. I still remember how excited I was whenever the Rockwell or Noel bazaars will announce its dates and I make sure to block at least 2 of the three dates for shopping. But as I grew older, my priorities changed. I started to save more and smarter on where I spend my hard earned cash. Needless to say, I've grown more mature and learned when to splurge and save. But when I got invited to Midsummer Manila's trunk show a few weeks back, the shopaholic in me was back.

Hello, Midsummer Manila. 

Midsummer Manila is a bazaar and trunk show organizer that has been roaming around Manila specifically Makati and BGC with its curated concessionaires offering unique finds. 

I was invited to (I think) its second trunk show which took place in one of Arya Residences' function rooms and I was impressed with the selection. Hardly any can be considered mainstream. Most are beautifully hand crafted and worth every penny. 

Here's a rundown of my favorite finds:

Save the Date: Midsummer Manila Trunk Show on September 21-22, 2018

I have fully embraced the tita (aunt) in me and nothing excites me more than bazaars that let me score some awesome home finds! Lately, I'm addicted to room sprays, bed linens and plates. And when I found out that a trunk show with everything I love is on its way to BGC, I immediately put it in my calendar! 

Hello, Midsummer Manila Trunk Show!

Bazaar Alert: In Search of the Next Bight Thing Bazaar

I just love bazaars. I love the fact that I could score some unique finds at reasonable prices there. I also love the thrill of being able to bargain your way to getting the lovely top you are eying. And today, I’m definite that tonight will be one fun night!

The search is on for the Next Big Thing and the prize is definitely no joke!

I just love this bazaar as all concessionaires are on their toes pampering shopaholics for them to have the best shopping experience (or at least for that night) as each shopper has gets to vote for their favorite store. What’s the big deal? Well, the store with the most votes wins PHP100,000!

Bazaar Alert: Moonlit Bazaar at the Rockwell Tent

I could seriously feel the Christmas joy and my wallet’s sorrow now.

While walking to a mall near our office to buy some reading materials (needed for work), I suddenly remembered something… it’s the season to collect Starbucks stickers! I must sacrifice eating junk food and cut my chocolate allowance to save up for my daily Zen Tea/Black Tea and Christmas Frappuccino. 

Also, I remembered that I saw something along EDSA that made my heart skip a beat… BAZAAR. Yes, as a proud bazaar stalker, this made me super happy. I missed the SuperSale Bazaar because I was not feeling well and it was raining hard but I will definitely not miss this one. I just can’t!

Wondering what bazaar I’m talking about? Look down.

*Bliss*

This will be my first time to visit this bazaar and I can’t wait to find new fashion favorites. 

The Moonlit Bazaar is open from 12NN to 12MN on November 11-13, 2011, December 2- 4, 2011, and December 9-11, 2011.

See you there! :)

Food Event Alert: Calle Bistro on November 12, 2011

I could definitely feel the Christmas breeze, love and food as early as… now. Fashion bazaars, Pre-Christmas events, and food bazaars are all spreading Christmas love.

I just love checking my email and newsfeed for I’m bound to find something to do during the weekends. This time, what caught my eye was Calle Bistro, a food event happening this November 12, 2011 at Eastwood Citywalk 2 from 6PM to 3AM.

Organized by the UP Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants or UP JPIA, Calle Bistro is a food sale that targets to bring together different kinds of cuisine—local and foreign catering to yuppies and food lovers in general allowing them to relax, socialize and discover new food finds and flavors. This event is also perfect for those who wanted to have their products (or new products for those who have been around for a while now) out in the market.

An Early Christmas Shopping

...will only mean one thing... my wallet will be empty earlier than expected. Nonetheless, I am still thrilled to say that my favorite bazaar is scheduled to be back… and bigger… this November 4-6, 2011!!!

I’m sure that all bazaar lovers and fashionistas are familiar with the SuperSale Bazaar. This time though, instead of the Rockwell Tent or Rockwell, The Grove, they will hold it at the World Trade Center and it is bound to be a big event piggy banks will need to prepare for.

So, should I be grumpy everyday to save up?

This time though, the organizers made it more interesting for concessionaires by coming up with a Facebook contest where the online flier (posted by the concessionaire) with the most likes (from their fans or customers) gets a free booth. Yes, a free booth plus a PHP5000 worth of gift certificate from its partners (the second and third highest also get discounts and freebies from the organizers). The concept is quite similar to Rockwell Bazaar’s previous event called In Search for The Next Big Thing where concessionaires competed to get the votes of the shoppers. These contests of Rockwell Bazaar and SuperSale are brilliant as not only do these attract concessionaires, it encourages the sellers to really promote the events to win. Anyway, enough of this SuperSale contest I can’t even join. 

Or check http://www.facebook.com/supersalebazaar for details.

Time, please move faster! I’m itching to see my favorite concessionaires. I hope Miss Veronica will join again. I miss that store. 

I'm also looking forward to see Sunday's Best and Posh Pocket Shoes. 

I don’t recall the names of the other stores I loved (I just remember what they sell. There’s this one store with cute vintage eye glasses, a Korean dress shop, a store that sells cheap sheer tops and loose tops--good for food trips, and the stall that sells cute accessories). I just have one wish… I hope that the aisles will be wider and each booth will be bigger so that it could accommodate more customers.


To all bazaar stalkers like me, see you on November 5! (I hope I’m no longer sleeping during the day this time and that I have money left from my dessert funds for The Cheesecake Factory.)


All images (except for the coin bank) used are from the Facebook pages of SuperSale, Miss Veronica, Sunday's Best, and Posh Pocket Shoes.