REVELRY 2012

Although weeks have gone since the wicked gathering of the city’s crème de la crème, the exhilaration and force is still tangible, especially when reminiscing through the photos, Facebook posts and the occasional talk of this legendary night.  Fishtank Productions and Incognito somehow survived Revelry, which means it’s time for a proper review of last weekend’s celebration. It was… bar none… the most elaborate and extravagant event that Davao’s party crowd has ever been to. The poolside of El Gato was pulsating with a crazy energy from the new clubbers to the seasoned raving veterans and everyone else in between. Whether it was dancing nonstop with your friends, trying to keep up with the free flowing premium drinks (which was a lot!), getting freaky with the neon paints or just standing in awe of the sexy trio, it was clear that revellers got what they came for.

The night kicked off with a set from Davao’s very own DJ Gary. As the night continued on, hundreds of attendees poured into the massive El Gato poolside, with 2 satellite bars, barbeque station (best pork barbeque ever!), body painting booth, VIP areas and more. We have spared no expense in creating a magical and first class experience, which was clear in every detail (and especially in the hours of work we’ve invested in the setup). After bouncing around from table to table, we have to give salute to the people who partied all night and those who jumped into the pool with or without their cellphones – please know that your mobile phone’s death was truly not in vain.

Regardless of what you were up to that night, it was hard to miss the presence of The Zombettes on stage, proving its thriving infiltration into the party scene. DJ Ornusa “Flex” Cadness started the trio’s set with Electro and Dance; progressing to DJ Mia “Miaow” Ayesa who brought the house down with her mix of Hip-Hop, Mash-Up and RnB; to finish the night off, DJ Sanya “SaNinja” Smith was on fire and got wild for her rock and roll set that lasted well into the wee hours.  Aside from the camaraderie between the artists, the party was buzzing with energy and excitement (not to mention the booze), resulting in mass amounts of pool diving, booty shaking and offstage shenanigans.

To be honest, we’re surprised we can even remember that much after having been on our feet for almost 48 hours and our visions being completely a blur.  Seeing hundreds of partyers with smiles on their faces definitely made the high cost of the night well worth it. As the event came to an end, we couldn’t help but feel like we had witnessed something spiritual, historical, you know, like the beginning of something significant. Okay… fine… it’s not that big of a deal to other people… but Revelry was definitely a moving and momentous experience for all of us that care.

Thank you Davao crowd for partying with us.  Special thanks to San Miguel Brewery, Inc., Hennessy Cognac, Belvedere Vodka, Casa Leticia, Pops Resto, Dimsum Diner, Isuzu Davao, Phoenix Petroleum, Globe Telecom, Midtown Printing Co., Inc., Tsuru Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar, Hanoi Vietnamese Cuisine, Premiere Max, Quality Plaza Inn, Cellar de Oboza, New Orleans Café, Pressure Points Spa, Green Options, Pink and Gold Salon, Bloom Facial & Spa, TBR Concepts, Backyard Burgers, Aqua Minerals, Metro Card Club, G3 Purified Ice, Edge Davao, Mindanao Travel Channel and 105.9 Mix FM.

We’d like to give a shout-out to Mark Limbaga and his team who captured the party’s vibe in both photos and film.  With well-timed edits, really mad shots and rad animation melded in throughout the video, it’s a cool recap that makes you want to party! We can’t wait to do it all again!



This has been a massive madness, amazingly immeasurable and hands down a memorable experience – this has been Revelry!

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Stylish travel with Make Your Own Havaianas

Every fashionable jetsetter knows that staying stylish while in transit is just as important as getting to one’s destination. A big part of enjoying any trip, whether for leisure or work, has to do with making sure one looks and feels comfortable yet chic for any and every occasion. Comfort and style take the top spots when it comes to dressing appropriately for trips both local and abroad. One has to consider the country's culture and climate – but it doesn't necessarily mean that you have to push your personal style aside for it.

For this year's Make Your Own Havaianas, presented by Ayala Abreeza Mall, the world's favorite flip-flops brand highlights stylish personal travel. Havaianaticos are invited to customize their flip-flops inspired by the world's fashion capitals. From September 9 to 11, beginning 10 a.m. at the Activity Center, Havaianaticos and travel enthusiasts can personalize their very own Havaianas flip-flops by mixing and matching the colors of their soles and straps and then embellishing them with fun and unique pins. This year’s Make Your Own Havaianas offers travel-inspired designs on the MYOH Estampas soles (available in Top and Slim designs) and iconic pins from around the world which are sure to give Havaianaticos and travel buffs their very own trendy travel experience.

Make Your Own Havaianas is your passport to mixing and matching travel-inspired limited edition soles, straps, and pins. Be a jetsetter and a trendsetter at the same time and travel in personalized style with Make Your Own Havaianas 2011, September 9 to 11 at the Abreeza Activity Center, event starts at 10am. Visit www.makeyourownhavaianas.com.ph for more details.   

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Black Vevet: The Havaianas Party

July 9, 2011

When we think of Havaianas, we imagine the beach, the sun and lots of fun filled activities – it’s not dubbed the best rubber flip-flops for nothing.  So when Havaianas distributor Marga Nograles met with us and proposed a club event for their brand, we were ecstatic!  Because we have to admit, Fishtank Productions is better at dancing and drinking than running around sweating under the sun. 

Imagine: black and white ambience, chandelier, disco balls, laser lights, purple highlights and glitters. Cocktails, mash up music, bright lights and games.  Not your typical Havaianas event.

The anticipation for this event’s festivities was bubbling in the air from the minute we went inside Marco Polo’s Jade Ballroom… Noel Tanza of Golden Touch is a genius when it comes to transforming a venue – from formal Asian inspired room to just plain fabulous in a matter of hours.

Guests were welcomed by a sumptuous hors d’ oeuvre buffet and overflowing drinks courtesy of Marco Polo.

We set up game booths for the guests to enjoy, the Havaianas Roulette and the Havaianas Shooter.  It may be your ordinary carnival games but can you win your favourite flip-flops at the carnival? No siree!  So women in high heels and men in long sleeves dared to be kids and spent the night spinning the wheel and tossing balls in a cup.  The games were quite a spectacle and gave Las Vegas a run for their money!

On the deck were DJ Nina Saputil and DJ Steal who flew all the way from Manila just hours before the party.  We love you guys!  Aside from the complete comradeship between the artists, the place was overflowing with energy and excitement, resulting in mass amounts of dancing, flirting and of course, drinking.

As the party came to a close, we couldn’t help but feel like we had witnessed something special. Like Christmas, we know, we know, it’s not the same thing… but Havaianas Black Velvet was definitely an extraordinary experience for all of us – where else can you find women dressed to kill swapping their killer heels for comfortable flip-flops? 

  

The glittering night was filled with fun and fashion, courtesy of the 2011 Havaianas Embellished Collection.  Thank you Havaianas Team for making us a part of this event and we can’t wait to do it all again soon!

Party on Davao and let's get tanked!

* photos grabbed from BUNNY SY and HAVAIANAS.