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Mr World 2019: An afternoon shopping at Bench

Posted by Norman on August 15, 2019
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What’s better than going to the Bench flagship store in BGC and being served with sumptuous merienda fares at Bench Cafe? It’s getting free shopping vouchers from Ben Chan himself!

The Mr World 2019 Candidates totally enjoyed their afternoon at Bench. They were treated to a good meal at Bench Cafe first before heading downstairs to shop using the gift vouchers generously given by Ben Chan. The guys had an enjoyable time checking out all the merchandise in the store – from shirts to shorts to jackets to denim jeans to inner wear to watches to shades and more!

Check out the photos below.

Sunday Specials: It’s in the genes of Michelle Dee

Posted by Norman on August 7, 2016
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Melanie has a potential beauty queen in daughter Michelle

Beautiful Michelle Dee

First, it was her niece Wynwyn Marquez who crossed over from showbusiness to try her luck in a national beauty pageant.

Now, Miss International 1979 Melanie Marquez might get a brighter chance with her daughter (with Derek Dee) Michelle to fulfill the dream of having someone follow her colorful trail as a titleholder. And by the looks (and height) of this newly-signed Bench endorser, the chances of achieving full bloom as a Bb. Pilipinas winner is getting brighter.

What are your thoughts on Michelle Dee? Does she have what it takes to approximate – if not surpass – her mother’s achievements? 🙂

courtesy of Truelala

Fashionable Filipinas: The Coffee Table Book from Bench

Posted by Norman on November 12, 2015
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If the evolution of the Filipino Terno fascinates you, then you should get a copy of this book

If the evolution of the Filipino Terno fascinates you, then you should get a copy of this book


There is a new coffee table book available in your favorite Bench stores, and it’s titled “Fashionable Filipinas” by Gino Gonzales and Mark Lewis Higgins of Slim’s Fashion and Arts School. It’s all about the evolution of the Philippines traditional dress from the early years dating back to 1860 and covering a century that stretches until 1960.

According to this article from L’Officiel Manila:

According to Higgins and Gonzales, “although other forms of native dress exist in the Philippines, most would be indigenous or tribal in origin. The terno, however, is the most highly evolved among native Philippine clothing. Taking inspiration first from Spanish fashion, and later from the couture houses of Paris, theterno became one of the most progressive national dresses in Southeast Asia.”

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Photo courtesy of Fashionable Filipinas

Know more about the Fashionable Filipinas by grabbing a copy of the book at any of the major Bench outlets nationwide. It sure will be a great topic of conversation among your friends and pageant-loving groups. 🙂

Sunday Specials: Cupcakes and Cool Clothes for Miss World Philippines 2015

Posted by Norman on October 4, 2015
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The ladies enjoyed their time baking and tasting cupcakes (Photo credit: Sharene Valencia Roco)

The ladies enjoyed their time baking and tasting cupcakes (Photo credit: Sharene Valencia Roco)

The Miss World Philippines 2015 Official Candidates pose in front of sponsors J Cuppcakes and Bench (Photo credit: Sharene Valencia Roco)

The Miss World Philippines 2015 Official Candidates pose in front of sponsors J Cuppacakes and Bench (Photo credit: Sharene Valencia Roco)

Casey and cupcakes go well together (Photo credit: Sharene Valencia Roco)

Casey and cupcakes go well together (Photo credit: Sharene Valencia Roco)

The Miss World Philippines 2015 Official Candidates did their usual sponsor visits, but this time, they were started off on sweets. Literally. At J Cuppacakes, they thought that it would be just a quick drop for some photo ops. Instead, they were given a tour of the outlet, tasted some of the yummy delights and were even given a demo on how to make the best tasting cupcakes. Check out the photos on this page as shot by Sharene Valencia Roco.

Afterwards, it was on to shopping at Bench for everyone. And you know what happens to ladies let loose inside a clothes outlet. They just went ga-ga over the latest collection and finished the day with some bagged hauls. You can see their happy faces all around. 🙂

Afterwards, the beauties had a fun time picking out cool clothes at Bench

Afterwards, the beauties had a fun time picking out cool clothes at Bench

Geena Rocero could’ve been a Binibini

Posted by Norman on September 22, 2014
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Geena Rocero during the Bench "Naked Truth" show last Saturday night (Photo credit: Bruce Casanova)


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Geena (far left) effortlessly stood out (Photo credit: Bruce Casanova)

When Transgender Model and Advocate Geena Rocero walked the stage during “The Naked Truth” last Saturday night at the SM MOA Arena, her entrance was met with a lot of oohs and aahs. Some of the uninitiated were simply in awe with this exotic-looking Filipina who could have definitely been a Bb. Pilipinas contender during one of the recent editions. Her sensual vibe was just too unmissable.

Of course, even if we could transplant to 2009 how Geena looks right now, BPCI still wouldn’t consider her participation. And she might not join the beeline anyways. What’s more important is that she is furthering awareness for Gender Proud. Even if it means walking down the ramp in skimpy undergarments, she wouldn’t mind.

I’m proud of this beauty! 🙂

Sunday Specials: About the almost bare-“Naked Truth” last night

Posted by Norman on September 21, 2014
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Bruce Casanova captured "The Naked Truth" in all its gloss and high-definition.

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An army of scantily-clad models invaded the Arena

Let’s be honest.

Nobody braved the big crowds at the SM MOA Arena last just to watch celebrities and models wearing the latest in denim fashion. Bench knows – and You & I know – that everyone is looking forward to the more daring souls who stripped to their skimpiest bikinis and underwear and walked the huge stage with pride and a whiff of Eau de Toilette behind their ears.

And the roars and excitement couldn’t be more felt when hot male celebrities like Tom Rodriguez and the first-ever-underwear-exposing Dennis Trillo took to the ramp and raised the temperature to boiling levels.

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More sizzling Bruce Casanova stills from last night's flesh parade


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Jake Cuenca in his final Bench big outing

Of course, nobody can’t deny Bench veteran Jake Cuenca the spotlight in wearing the practically-nothing-to-hide garter-filled-with-just-a-small-pouch thingy that was to be his signature curtain call before retiring from the once-every-two-years affair. His body may not be in the best shape, but his confidence (and exhibition-savvy) onstage remains unparalleled.

Want to see all of my friend Bruce Casanova’s images? Click HERE.

You’ll be glad you did. 😉

Sunday Specials: A Preview of “The Naked Truth”

Posted by Norman on August 31, 2014
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Ben Chan (in black coat) and some of his celebrity topbillers for this year's Bench Denim and Underwear Show


image Last Friday, an exclusive preview was held for the Press to drum up “The Naked Truth”, the Bench Denim and Underwear Show scheduled on September 19 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

Present were some of the celebrities who will walk the ramp wearing the latest collection in the clothing brand’s OJ Denim and Bench Body lines. The likes of actors Tom Rodriguez, Dennis Trillo, Martin del Rosario and Dominic Roque graced the event, as well as singer and indie performer Markki Stroem, athlete Arnold Van Opstal, international model Allison Harvard and Miss World 1st Runner-up Gwen Ruais.

The show will try to raise the bar for 2014 by pushing the envelope in the show’s concept and revelations. And it would be an understatement to say that this is going to be the hottest ticket to get a hold of.

So if I were you, I’d start shopping (splurging if you will) at Bench to receive an invite. 😉

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A very skinny Gwen Ruais in the middle of underwear-clad models


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(Left to right): Allison Harvard, Arnold Van Opstal, Martin del Rosario and Markki Stroem

All images above were provided by Miguel Pastor through the courtesy of felixmanuel.opmbworldwide.com

The Bench “Naked Truth” Go-See

Posted by Norman on August 22, 2014
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Stills from the Bench Go-See for 'The Naked Turth'


image For those asking for pictures taken from the go-see of Bench for ‘The Naked Truth’ Denim and Underwear Show happening on September 19 at the SM MOA arena, the photo grid above and the left image are some samples of what took place at the Bench Tower.

But if you want to see all the snapshots (as photographed in Black&White by JL Javier) Bench has provided, click HERE.

Better yet, why not make sure that you get an invite for the hot event by shopping at Bench during the long weekend? It sure won’t be equivalent to a mosh pit location, but a lower box ticket should be acceptable. 😉

Want to get invites for Bench ‘The Naked Truth’?

Posted by Norman on August 20, 2014
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Tom Rodriguez for The Naked Truth

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The invites come with a price, though. But if you have a friend, sister or colleague who plans to do an honest-to-goodness shopping spree in Bench one of these days, then you might be able to score one – a Lower Box location hopefully. Otherwise, you will need to buy a lot of their reasonably-priced merchandise. Just make sure you throw in a Bench Body underwear or a pair of OJ denims for good measure.

Check out the mechanics below. It works like the last one – Bench Universe – back in 2012.

And I can assure you. It’ll be worth every peso you spend on Bench. This year, especially. Check out the other sizzling promo teasers for the denim and underwear show HERE. 😉

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Simple mechanics. Buy Bench, watch the Naked Truth.

Go-See for Bench: The Naked Truth

Posted by Norman on August 2, 2014
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Want to be part of the next Bench Denim and Underwear Show?


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Bench Tower in BGC

It’s that time of the year again. At least for the eagerly-anticipated Bench Denim and Underwear Show. This year, the event will be called “The Naked Truth” and it will be staged again at the Mall of Asia Arena on September 19.

This coming Wednesday, there will be a Go-See for potential models who will strut their stuff on the huge runway together with all the celebrity endorsers of the brand. And if you have what it takes to be part of the big night, then go to the Bench Tower Playground (30th cor. Rizal Drive, Crescent Park West 5, Bonifacio Global City, 1634 Taguig) between 2-6pm.

Don’t forget to bring your A-game (and your Bench underwear). A as in abs, abs and more abs! 😀

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