Bright, bold, and beautiful: Celebrating women through beauty
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A carnival of colors transformed the first floor of Rustan’s Shangri-La Plaza into a mesmerizing spectacle as Rustan’s Beauty Source GRLPWR 2025: Summer in Full Color opened its doors on March 6. Inspired by the bold artistry of Henri Mattise, the space burst into a vibrant wonderland, where redefined expressions of creativity met the boundless world of beauty. Guests were swept into an afternoon of dynamic movement, vivid hues, and immersive artistry, embracing the radiant energy of summer at its peak.
For the sixth year now, Rustan’s Beauty Source GRLPWR brought together a crowd of beauty queens, celebrities, beauty content creators, and Beauty Addicts all ready to take on summer. Having the opening two days before International Women’s Day was the perfect way to celebrate empowered women in every sector of society.
Among those in attendance were Janeena Chan, who was the day’s host and social media correspondent, Sofia Andres, Leila Alcasid, Stephanie Dods, Vanessa Matsunaga, Patricia Henson, Miss Supranational Japan 2024 Yuki Sonoda, Glaiza De Castro, Patricia Prieto, Rosenthal Tee, Kayla Rivera, Vince Uy, Aika Agustin, Ashley Colet, and Keiko Foxx, among many others.
To the rhythm of beats from DJ Xiro, guests mingled and played games to win freebies. The DJ booth set the fun, empowering tone of GRLPWR, with neon lights, dynamic floor patterns, and just a general high level of energy.
Keeping the guests refreshed amidst all the movement, trays of delectable hors d’oeuvres and glasses of refreshing drinks were served, which perfectly reflected the colors of summer.
The photo-op area by the entrance provided attendees with the ultimate backdrop to welcome sun, sand, and sea. Dynamic prints and eye-popping colors blended seamlessly with the guests’ summer chic OOTDs
Exclusive promos up for grabs
Adding to the festive spirit, guests enjoyed exclusive one-day promotions and offers, activities, and prizes from beauty brands such as L’Occitane, Diptyque, Stila, Phyto, Clarins, La Prairie, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Sisley, and many more. Also being offered were a variety of month-long deals extending until the end of May 2025, ensuring a season filled with beauty, fun, and endless summer indulgence.
Experience a color rush with UnionBank for the whole month of March. Earn Rustan’s eGCs from Giftaway when you use your UnionBank credit card on straight and PayEasy 0% installment transactions. For a minimum purchase of P8,000, receive a P600 eGC, while for a minimum purchase of P20,000, receive a P1,500 eGC. Redeem your eGCs through Giftaway from April 30 to June 30.
A gorgeous summer for Beauty Addicts
The excitement continues at Rustan’s Beauty Source with even more exclusive promos, irresistible perks, and must-have summer exclusives waiting just for you.
Beauty Addict members who spend P30,000 at Rustan’s Beauty Source can take home an exclusive Aranáz Theresa mini bag—perfectly crafted for the season and available in Natural, Black, and Blue. Elevate your summer style with this chic must-have, available from March 1 to April 30, 2025.
Beauty Addict members also get a chance to win a relaxing getaway to Palawan. Until May 31, 2025, every P5,000 purchase at Rustan’s Beauty Source earns one e-raffle entry for a chance to win a tropical vacation of a lifetime. One lucky winner will experience a luxurious four-day, three-night stay for two in the North One Villa of Banwa Private Island—one of the world’s largest and most exclusive garden beachfront villas.
Accessible only by private plane, helicopter, or luxury yacht, Banwa Private Island is the pinnacle of seclusion and exclusivity. This ultra-luxurious sanctuary offers world-class, bespoke service tailored to your every desire, from Michelin-level dining experiences to indulgent wellness treatments designed to rejuvenate mind and body. Surrounded by crystal-clear waters and pristine white sand beaches, the island is nestled within a marine-protected sanctuary, teeming with vibrant coral reefs and rare marine life. A stay here is more than an escape—it’s an invitation to paradise, where every moment is curated for the ultimate in relaxation, adventure, and unparalleled luxury.
The opportunity to visit this island is not all that awaits Beauty Addicts this season. From March 7 to 31, Beauty Addict members can earn x5 Beauty Addict points on any purchase at Rustan’s Beauty Source.
Not a Beauty Addict member yet? Simply make a single-receipt purchase of at least P2,500 at Rustan’s Beauty Source and unlock a world of beauty perks and exclusive rewards. Visit rustans-thebeautysource.com/en/beauty-addict to know more.
All the opportunities are there to create a season full of excitement and luxury. Don’t let them go to waste. This is your time to shop, indulge, and let summer take you somewhere extraordinary.
To discover more details about the exclusive GRLPWR 2025 raffle, visit bit.ly/GRLPWR2025BARaffle.
The Rustan's Beauty Source GRLPWR 2025 event was in partnership with UnionBank and Banwa Private Island.
Special thanks to participating brands: PWM (Philippine Wine Merchants)
Beauty brands: Camille Albane, MAC, NARS, Phyto, and Stila
Fashion brands: Anne Klein, Lino Italia, Marina Rinaldi, Pedro del Hierro, Ronny Kobo, Rosbert Villar, and Wolford
Accessories: Alexis Bittar, Girls Crew, Luxenter, Misa
Shop at a Rustan’s store near you, online at Rustans.com, or via our Personal Shopper at 0917 111 1952. For updates and announcements, head to @rustansph on Instagram and Facebook and @RustansBeautySource on Instagram and Facebook.
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Editor’s Note: This article was provided by Rustan's Beauty Source.
