my little ways

I first heard Reese Fernandez speak at the Ateneo Professional Schools Sesquicentennial Congress, last January.  I was immediately impressed and inspired by the young lady.  Along with friends, she founded Rags2Riches, a social business enterprise that empowers women from poor communities, allowing them to create beautiful, ethical, and eco-friendly products.  It’s so refreshing to know that I am helping while buying a product that I actually love – they do have very lovely bags.

A few days ago they released their holiday gift guide.  Not only will you be giving nice gifts to your friends, you will be helping others at the same time.  Win-win-win, if you think about it.

Here are some of their products:

RIIR and Messy Bessy

Deck the Halls Set A

(6 Eco-Ethical Rags2Riches Rugs + Messy Bessy Linen Spray + Insect Repellent + The Little Warrior) for only PHP 629.00!

Deck the Halls Set B

(3 Eco-Ethical Rags2Riches Rugs + Messy Bessy Hand Wash + Insect Repellent + The Little Warrior) for only PHP 429.00!

RIIR by Rajo Laurel

Jane Purse (7×3.5)/ PHP 159

Timi Purse (4.5×3.5)/ PHP 119

Memey Vanity Kit (9×12)/ PHP 329

Memey Vanity Kit (8×10)/ PHP 249

Javy Eyeglass Holder (7×3.5)/ PHP 159

Maan Envelop Clutch (8.5×11)/ PHP 429

The Tree Bag by Rajo Laurel

1 Tree + 3 Communities + 1 Eco-Ethical Bag designed by Rajo Laurel = Perfect All-Year-Round Companion

The TreeBag is an exquisite carry-all designed by Rajo Laurel and handmade by 3 inspiring communities. Each TreeBag also gives life to a new tree as one tree is planted per TreeBag sold. But the story does not end there. Our partner organization also takes care of the tree for 3 years to make sure that it grows up to be a strong and sturdy life-giver as well. PHP 750.00

To order, please visit, call or email Rags2Riches at:

• Address: Unit 3B, Cubao Expo, Gen. Romulo Ave., Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City
• Tel. No.: 666-4520
• Telefax No.: 913-5760
• Email: r2r_matt@yahoo.com