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SUNDAY, MARCH 26, 2017 Isah V. Red, Editor
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Young Life
Bernadette Lunas, Issue Editor isahred@gmail.com.ph
GEN Y SPENDS
A MONTH’S WORTH OF PAYCHECK TO ATTEND A WEDDING
5 COOL HAIRSTYLES FOR SUMMER THE mercury’s rising and we’re all having that sticky feeling— these two occurrences could mean one thing, it’s already summer. The changing of the season calls for an update on how we look—an update, such as hairstyle, which is more practical and easy to manage as we course through this fun, albeit scorching, weather. Here are five easy and chic hairstyles women can sport in summer.
Layered lob
This hair trend that’s been sweeping salons for over three years now remains a chic choice of cut that looks universally flattering on all hair types. Lob, or long bob, strikes the balance between long and short hair, and perfect for those who can’t let go of their long locks but don’t want to go all-out short. Opt for shoulder length chop which you could tie up in a ponytail should you prefer. Layers, meanwhile, add dimension and laid-back appeal to your summer hairstyle.
THE ROAD TO FOREVER IS EXPENSIVE. Wedding is not only expensive for the couple getting married; according to a survey, a millennial guest spends about P30,000 just to attend a nuptial.
By Bernadette Lunas
While the figures could be higher when translated in the Philippine setting, where cost of living is relatively cheaper than in the States, some Pinoy Gen Y wedding guests admit that they had hile browsing through Facebook, I spent close or even higher to that amount in attending a nuptial. found that the long-time boyfriend of Albert Castro, 28, recently had a close friend tie the knot in a high school classmate just proposed Palawan. He said he spent about P38,000 to attend said friend’s wedding. “That’s the sum total of the amount I spent for airfare, to her, a post shortly followed by a colleague accommodation for two nights, gift for the newlyweds, my attire, going down on his knees to ask his girlfriend to and a few other expenses,” he shares. Priceline’s Bridal Season Travel Survey reveals that acmarry him. commodation is the biggest expense of 38 percent of There was no resentment on my part when I saw those millennial wedding guests, especially if the couple desocial media announcements; the thought that came cides to hold the ceremony out of town without shoulwas actually about the money the would-be brides and dering their guests’ lodging. grooms would be spending. Because of the costly price of being a guest, a third or The road to forever does not come cheap. In the Phil39 percent of millennials opt out of attending a wedding ippines, for instance, exchanging vows in a traditional event, according to the survey. However, 47 percent of Scan this icon to setting—complete with church ceremony, reception, those who traveled for weddings did so for the chance view the PDF gowns, rings, souvenir, to travel, while 67 percent and photo and video sersaid they traveled for the vices—could cost couples celebration. from P192,000 to P600,000, “Letting go of that according to iMoney PH. much money for a single But it’s not only the event became a lot easier couple getting married because not only was I who’s spending a lot in present during my close this lucrative wedding friend’s special day, but it industry. According to a gave me an excuse to go study by travel website to Palawan,” says Castro. Priceline.com, a millenThe rule of thumb, he nial guest spends about says, is that if you have a $600 or P30,000 by just friend who is getting marattending a wedding. ried soon, save up for it. The survey, which was Otherwise, a good excuse, conducted in Februsuch as the guest expense, ary this year, asked 591 for not attending will be women and 425 men in enough for them to underthe United States how stand. much they spend for each wedding-related event.
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French braid
Girls with long locks may french braid their hair all the way down to the tips while keeping it loose and a bit messy, for a boho appeal. Short-haired women, don’t fret, as you may sport this style by braiding a section of your hair on each side and pinning them. Use a curling iron to make soft tousles. This look is perfect for keeping hair out of your face.
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TRAVEL TO JAPAN OR BALI FOR FREE
Fly to Japan with three of your family or friends by using PayMaya
Understanding millennials’ love of travel, mobile money and digital payments service PayMaya is treating their clients to a Travel Blowout promo where they have a chance to win an all-expense paid trip to Indonesia or Japan. The promo, which started in February, will choose one lucky PayMaya user to win a trip to Bali in March and Osaka and Kyoto in April. The prize includes roundtrip airfare and accommodation for four and P50,000
pocket money. “We are thrilled to offer the Travel Blowout promo and further enable millennials to pursue what they love, seize the moment, and live in the here and now,” says PayMaya Philippines brand and marketing head Sharon Kayanan. The following activities enable the user to earn one raffle entry each: downloading and activating the PayMaya app, purchasing and activating the physical card, purchasing and us-
ing the app or the card with a minimum single receipt of P1,000, having the account upgraded and approved, and paying bill in-app. “PayMaya has always strived to widen millennials’ travel opportunities by providing a means to pursue their passion even without having a credit card,” shares PayMaya Philippines managing director and co-COO Paolo Azzola. Go to www.paymaya.com for more details.