By Janina Lagunda
Fashion experts all over the world are of the same stylish opinion when it comes to saying that accessorizing is the way to go if you want to give your outfit a little something extra, be it a little shimmer here or a little sparkle there.
As a result, accessories have become an essential in any girl's wardrobe-- jewelry being one of these. They may be diminutive in size but their effect is simply dazzling however simple a piece may be.
Fortunately nowadays you don't need to burn a hole in your pocket just to buy the really pricey pieces of jewelry made of gold, silver or diamond. Many necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings varying in material ranging from crystal to plastic may not be in the same level as their more expensive cousins but they are good enough to give your outfit that magic touch and give any wearer the sweetest thing there is: satisfaction.
And satisfaction for her customers is what 29 year old Lynette “Sweet” Bancil strives for when doing her kikay hobby of making accessories in her little store called Sweet Accessories, nestled between two second hand bookshops by the AS Walk.
For five years now, Sweet has been selling her products not only to the students and alumni of the university, but also to those outside UP, including celebrities like Ehra Madrigal, Francine Prieto and Toni Gonzaga.
“Students hanggang Fine Arts. By word of mouth talaga,” said Sweet about her customers.
Some UP alumni who know about her and her business even buy from her in bulk and sell the accessories in their own work places.
She started her business of selling accessories when one of her friends, founder of UP Underground Music Society of which she is a member, told her there were slots for business stalls in the university.
“Ininform nila ako na may tiangge-tiannge dito. So start ako dito,” said Sweet. “Dati nag s-stall na 'ko sa ibang place... sa mall. Meron ako dati sa Ali Mall, Farmer's, Robinson's Metro East and Shoppesville.”
Her skills in accessory making did not result from workshops of any sort. The creative entrepreneur learned the art on her own. She makes use of various materials such as crystal and pearl but not plastic. The designs are whatever comes out of her mind. And that is probably what makes Sweet Accessories special.
“Unique siya because wala sa labas, own design. Kaya every design is one-of-a-kind,” said Sweet. “Less than ten minutes kong gawin ang isang earring. On the spot ako gumawa dito so pwede siya while waiting. So just imagine kung gaano siya kabilis gawin, less than fifteen minutes isang set. May customization dito.”
Her present collection includes long necklaces and bangles, and pieces that are reminiscent of the 70's or retro era which is making a huge comeback.
And uniqueness is not the only thing that makes Sweet Accessories popular among customers. The price, too, is very much agreeable as it fits the typical UP student's budget.
With a reputation as good as hers, it isn't any wonder why Sweet can earn as much as P8,000 in sales on a good work day.
“Focis lang,” said Sweet, the all-in-one artist, sales girl and accountant who sees her brand of accessories in one of the malls around the metropolis in the future. Her adivce to those who want to go into a business such as hers, “Know your market. Alamin mo kung ano sa tingin mo ang gusto nila. You have to be deicded on what you want to achieve and work hard for it.”
“Ang pag nenegosyo, gamble 'yan kaya kailangan lakasan mo ang loob mo,” Sweet continued. “Always expect the worse. Hindi pwedeng isipin mo na darating agad yung kita. And focus lang talaga at dapat gusto mo talaga yung ginagawa mo.” Some sweet advice from a girl who knows her accessories.
Fashion experts all over the world are of the same stylish opinion when it comes to saying that accessorizing is the way to go if you want to give your outfit a little something extra, be it a little shimmer here or a little sparkle there.
As a result, accessories have become an essential in any girl's wardrobe-- jewelry being one of these. They may be diminutive in size but their effect is simply dazzling however simple a piece may be.
Fortunately nowadays you don't need to burn a hole in your pocket just to buy the really pricey pieces of jewelry made of gold, silver or diamond. Many necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings varying in material ranging from crystal to plastic may not be in the same level as their more expensive cousins but they are good enough to give your outfit that magic touch and give any wearer the sweetest thing there is: satisfaction.
And satisfaction for her customers is what 29 year old Lynette “Sweet” Bancil strives for when doing her kikay hobby of making accessories in her little store called Sweet Accessories, nestled between two second hand bookshops by the AS Walk.
For five years now, Sweet has been selling her products not only to the students and alumni of the university, but also to those outside UP, including celebrities like Ehra Madrigal, Francine Prieto and Toni Gonzaga.“Students hanggang Fine Arts. By word of mouth talaga,” said Sweet about her customers.
Some UP alumni who know about her and her business even buy from her in bulk and sell the accessories in their own work places.
She started her business of selling accessories when one of her friends, founder of UP Underground Music Society of which she is a member, told her there were slots for business stalls in the university.
“Ininform nila ako na may tiangge-tiannge dito. So start ako dito,” said Sweet. “Dati nag s-stall na 'ko sa ibang place... sa mall. Meron ako dati sa Ali Mall, Farmer's, Robinson's Metro East and Shoppesville.”
Her skills in accessory making did not result from workshops of any sort. The creative entrepreneur learned the art on her own. She makes use of various materials such as crystal and pearl but not plastic. The designs are whatever comes out of her mind. And that is probably what makes Sweet Accessories special.
“Unique siya because wala sa labas, own design. Kaya every design is one-of-a-kind,” said Sweet. “Less than ten minutes kong gawin ang isang earring. On the spot ako gumawa dito so pwede siya while waiting. So just imagine kung gaano siya kabilis gawin, less than fifteen minutes isang set. May customization dito.”
Her present collection includes long necklaces and bangles, and pieces that are reminiscent of the 70's or retro era which is making a huge comeback.
And uniqueness is not the only thing that makes Sweet Accessories popular among customers. The price, too, is very much agreeable as it fits the typical UP student's budget.
With a reputation as good as hers, it isn't any wonder why Sweet can earn as much as P8,000 in sales on a good work day.
“Focis lang,” said Sweet, the all-in-one artist, sales girl and accountant who sees her brand of accessories in one of the malls around the metropolis in the future. Her adivce to those who want to go into a business such as hers, “Know your market. Alamin mo kung ano sa tingin mo ang gusto nila. You have to be deicded on what you want to achieve and work hard for it.”
“Ang pag nenegosyo, gamble 'yan kaya kailangan lakasan mo ang loob mo,” Sweet continued. “Always expect the worse. Hindi pwedeng isipin mo na darating agad yung kita. And focus lang talaga at dapat gusto mo talaga yung ginagawa mo.” Some sweet advice from a girl who knows her accessories.
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