Max Your Women’s Month with an Unforgettable Hangout Day at SM Aura

This is for all my ladies out there: Women's Month is finally here again! If you're still figuring out where to hang out in Manila this March, or just need a reason to finally follow through on that self-care list, this is your sign! 

Whether you're planning a solo afternoon, mapping out indoor date ideas in Metro Manila, or organizing a full bonding day with your girls, the kind of day you actually remember starts with deciding to go all out. Here's how to do exactly that at SM Aura.

Eat Something That Makes You Slow Down

Some of the best Women's Month moments happen over food, not just because of what you ordered, but because of how it made you feel. There's something about sitting down to something carefully made, something a little unfamiliar, that turns a regular afternoon into a real hangout.

Japanese desserts have that effect. For instance, warabi mochi is soft and silky, made from bracken starch, dusted in nutty kinako (roasted soy bean) or earthy matcha powder. It is the kind of thing you eat slowly, quietly, intentionally, and oddly satisfying in a way that feels like actual rest. Pair it with a Strawberry Milk Warabimochi Drink and you've turned a simple snack break into something gala-worthy. Warabimochi Kamakura at SM Aura—definitely a must-add to your mall directory.

If you and your gal pals run more on pizza energy, a truffle mushroom pizza has a way of making everyone pause mid-conversation. A fully loaded meat pizza with a Tokyo twist does the same. Add an Uji Matcha Latte or an Orange Hojicha and suddenly it's not just lunch, it's a celebration. Lady Luck Cafe Miso Pizza & Matcha Cafe is one of those mall shopping stores that consistently turns casual meetups into memorable ones.

Move Your Body Because That's Self-Care Too

There's a specific kind of confidence that hits after a solid workout when you've pushed through and proved something to yourself. If you're listing things to do in Manila indoors this month, a proper training session deserves a slot. Sometimes, the glow-up starts in the gym.

Fitness First Platinum and Pretty Huge inside SM Aura are built for exactly that. These are spaces designed for leveling up, whether you're a regular or finally making this the month you start. 

And while you're already out, stocking up on daily supplements at Healthy Options makes it feel less like a chore and more like part of the plan. If you've ever looked up a wellness clinic in a mall or practical mall services that actually support your lifestyle, SM Aura makes both easy in one trip.

Book the Facial. Seriously.

Skin treatments have a way of landing on the "next time" list. This month, next time is now. Walking into an appointment looking tired and walking out genuinely glowing—not filtered, not edited—is one of those small luxuries that feels bigger than it sounds.

A treatment that combines deep cleansing, exfoliation, hydration, and laser toning in one session delivers immediate results with no downtime. This is the kind of glow that makes you want to skip foundation altogether. If you're heading somewhere straight after, this is the move. Hydra Skin Clinic is one of those wellness clinics that actually delivers. Their Hydra Glitz treatment is a Hydrafacial Platinum technology paired with Hollywood Spectra Laser Toning, ideal for that fresh, lit-from-within look. Book it when you're ready to stop postponing yourself.

Express Yourself All the Way

Makeup is one of the most personal forms of self-expression, and right now there are no rules. Whether you're into barely-there skin or a full beat with liner that makes a statement, the joy is in choosing. Women's Month is a good excuse to try the shade you keep hovering over or invest in products that make your routine feel intentional. 

LOOK PH at SM Aura is built for exactly that: experimenting without pressure, in one of the better mall shops for beauty in the building.

And if you love a good find, block out time to wander. Artisanal pieces made deliberately and thoughtfully carry a different weight than anything mass-produced. The best ones feel personal the moment you pick them up, which makes browsing one of the more underrated things to do in SM Aura. Frankie's General Store at SM Aura is full of those quiet, meaningful finds.

Create, Lead, Thrive at the 2026 International Women’s Day Summit

And if you’re looking to take your Women’s Month plans even further, mark your calendar for March 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM. 

The 2026 International Women’s Day Summit at Samsung Hall, SM Aura brings together inspiring voices under the theme, “Create. Lead. Thrive.” It’s a space to learn, connect, and celebrate women who are shaping their futures, all in one empowering morning.

Before You Go

Smart parking at SM means less time circling, more time enjoying your day. If you have a card, now's a good time to use your SM Advantage Card benefits, especially with mall promos and mall deals running this Women's Month. Check the mall directory before heading out so you can plan your stops and make the most of it.

However it ends up looking—slow and quiet over mochi, energized after a workout, glowing from a facial, or carrying something that just felt right—going all out for yourself will  always be worth it.

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