Online Shopping in the Philippines

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So... Black Friday and Cyber Monday just went by.  Have any of you managed to score some great deals during these once-a-year ultimate sale extravaganza?  If you live in the States, then lucky you!  As for us in the Philippines, sad to say that not all retail merchants have participated in the said event.  Blame it on the lack of Thanksgiving holiday here.  LOL.  Kidding aside, even if we don't get to enjoy that much perks here, I can say that things have definitely shaped up for us in the past few years.  Case in point?  The existence of online shopping sites like Zalora and Lazada.  Admit it, these are the top two brands that pop up in your mind when you put Philippines and Online Shopping together in a sentence.  I've bought from both.  But being a crazy-for-fashion girl, I always find myself clicking through Zalora every chance I get.  So much fashion choices!  And not only that, they also have your favorite brands up on their site.  An example?  I totally love the Mango collection at ZALORA.   They probably have almost everything a girl (and boy!) needs, sartorial-wise.  Much, much better than going to the mall, if you ask me.  Heck, you won't even have to fight anyone for that elusive parking slot!  

Zalora

Guys (and some girls), I know how you stress over shopping for yourself and loved ones.  Believe me, I've had my fair share of groans from friends and family members whenever I want to drag them out shopping (sniff, guess not everyone's a shopaholic like me!).  A number of people do not find joy in braving the shopping crowds.  Or queuing at the fitting room, then at the cashier.  They also hate the long lines at the parking.  Can't blame them. Sometimes you just want to sit back and relax.  So what do you do?  Simple.  Log on to zalora.com.ph and be amazed by what they offer.  They have literally EVERYTHING.  Clothing?  Check.  Accessories?  Check. Sports Equipment?  Check.  Makeup?  Check.  And yes, Home and Living stuff too. They even have the brands you'd normally find at the malls, plus others that aren't, so you'll get the best of both worlds.  How's that for convenience?  All you have to do is shop, pay, and wait for delivery!  Or you can also choose to pay upon delivery.  Simple as that.  

Here's some things that are currently on my shopping wishlist:

For the girls (Ok who am I kidding?  For me. Haha!) :

Collective.com Mykonos Overlay Cocktail Dress

Spring Fling Set Blouse and Skirt

Wanderlust Arabian Summer V-Neck Coverup

q-JAYS Black Earphones

For the guys:

Mick + Marty Skulls Print Shirt

VOI Jeans 5 Pocket Nep Denim with Printed Pocket Detail

BNY Coated Jacket

Bellfield Poole Chino Short

Nike Zoom Kobe VII System

For friends:

Bath & Body Works Sweet Pea Anti-Bacterial Gentle Foaming Hand Soap

OPI The Living Daylights Nail Polish

Quirks Novelties & Curiosities Undercover Tablet Sleeve

The Ramp Dainty Pearl Necklace

For the parents:

Cross Fountain Pen ATX Pearlescent White

Scribe Writing Essentials Personal Seal Set

The Leather Collection Et Tu Journal

Logic3 i-Station Soundbar

Halo WOYA Laptop Bag

For the kids:

Hop Bop Building Block Spoon & Fork Set

Kidscape Collapsible Hamper

The Ramp Kids Cheska Dress

For the house:

BC Fragrances Room Fragrance Orange Blossom

Quirks Novelties & Curiosities Thirsty Bird Water Dispenser Red

Tetropack Rubik Coaster

They have really great stuff, don't you agree?  And that's just a few of the thousands of items they offer!  So I would strongly encourage you to go check out their site.

Problem with your item?  Got the wrong size?  Or the fit just isn't right?  No problem.  Give them a call or email them within 30 days and they would gladly pick up the item and exchange them for free!  Oh, and did I mention free shipping for orders above Php1000?  Online shopping in the Philippines just got upgraded!

Sign up now at Zalora and get Php250 off your order when you shop at zalora.com.ph.  If that doesn't convince you, then how about flash sales?  By signing up, Zalora will email you all the current promos so that you won't get left out!

So what are you still waiting for?  Click on this link now and start shopping!  Click, click, click! 

Photo Credit:  All photos from www.zalora.com.ph