Monday, December 6, 2010

Stars in High Street [My World & Ruby Tuesday]

@ mirandablue
I did a little shopping at Bonifacio High Street on Saturday and was delighted at the Christmas installations. The stars in red and gold caught my attention---they're made from abaca rope and rattan poles, homegrown and simple yet they add a festive air to the al fresco shopping experience.  With synchronized music and lighting, these Christmas installations dominate the garden area, an added interest to shoppers.  Christmas is definitely in the air albeit the warm breezes.  

@ mirandablue
This mall is popular to people with dogs and kids---there's a stretch of garden in the middle with water features and contemporary art installations where dogs [and their humans] can socialize and compare notes.    There are restaurants and coffee shops, fashion specialty stores and global brands, sports and electronic stores, hobby and lifestyle shops, a book and music store, a spa, health and beauty shops.  A shopping playground where nothing feels cramped or hurried.  And anyone can find his/her quiet spot.

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Exercise buffs also found a haven here.  And these stars would visually entertain the joggers while they huff and puff on the sidewalks.

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Posted for Ruby Tuesday and My World-Tuesday

30 comments:

Photo Cache said...

Luna, I love the decor. But I was more interested in how "little" a shopping you did or how you didn't show the many shopping bags you were carrying on your way out of the place :)

 gmirage said...

we got to visit boni high last july...after getting lost in eastwood that is :D andami ng nabago at hindi na kami sanay magpaikot ikot...ayun hindi kami umabot sa kasalan hahaha. (Pauwi naligaw sa QC naligaw din kami...lol.)

Unknown said...

it wasn't much, Maria. couldn't afford most of the merchandise at High Street. but it was a stress-free shopping, no long lines.:p

Liz said...

Great photos. It's been a long time since I last went there. Makabalik nga uli. :)

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Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪 said...

Your string stars, did you when you were young, use a string and twine it over your fingers to make a string star? We used to do that.

Verna Luga said...

Luna dear, I love elaborate pieces.. this is pretty..... love that dating couple too..heheheh... thanks for the drop.

Anonymous said...

me, too, maliligaw na ako sa manila being a true blooded promdi:)))

great catch of too many "reds" there, luna. looks like greenbelt ba w/ so many pricey and branded stuffs na all i have to do is "window shop"?

Chubskulit Rose said...

That's gorgeous sis! May nagdidate sa puno ng kahoy oh hehehe

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LifeRamblings said...

those stars are pretty eye-catching. the place looks like a great place to explore.

Sylvia K said...

What a great looking place to shop and particularly for the holidays! So fun and colorful! Love your photos as always! I can't do much shopping either, but love to look!! Hope you have a great week!

Sylvia

Jim said...

Fantastic.

Indrani said...

The festive mood captured so well in the shots.

magiceye said...

what a wonderful place!

nuts said...

love the photos napansin talaga ang ang di-date sa me puno.. =)

Anonymous said...

What delightful shots of those merry stars!

Unknown said...

Beautiful Decoration
:)

This remnded me of a bollywood movie
named as Taare Zammen per which mean STARS ON THE EARTH

:)


BEAUTIFUL

bhupesh

Randi said...

Looks fun and beautiful! Your shots are so colourful and festive! And I love the music too!

Marie said...

A lovely and informative post.

BraCom said...

What a great looking place to shop
Beautiful My World Tuesday posting

Have a nice week,
Greetings, Bram

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indicaspecies said...

Lovely shots of your world, thanks for sharing.

Birgitta said...

Colorful, beautiful, happy photos!

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Lina Gustina said...

It also attracts my attention...

http://www.womenandperspectives.com/2010/12/more-red-stuffs-in-temporary-market.html

Penelope Notes said...

These colorful stars sitting on the grass at High Street bring such a pretty sparkle to the season. Thanks for sharing this unique Christmas decoration from your world. :)

Anonymous said...

The past few years, I found myself shopping there, yes because of the lines in other shopping malls. That and the lovely atmosphere. I doubt it though if I'll repeat that experience this year. The Eastwood mall is just a hop away. :-) But I do love the decors of High Street!!!

Yoshi said...

What an enjoyable place! Although I don't have a dog, I am sure I can spend time by shooting stars! Thanks for sharing.

Ellie Velinska said...

These stars are very impressive! The artist did a good job - they fit the place perfectly.

Martha Z said...

You're right, Simple but festive.

Francisca said...

Fabulous abaca stars!

Annie Jeffries said...

Pretty!! Are these up year round or just during the Christmas season?

Unknown said...

hi Annie. the stars for the Christmas season only. they will be taken around Jan. 10th.:)