Dare we say, Emily in Manila?
By SOPHIA CHUA
Inspired by all the stunning looks on the hit Netflix show Emily in Paris, we put together outfits with pieces from brands you can find here in the Philippines.
Emily: Anything but basic
Emily (Lily Collins), confronting the famous French fashion designer Pierre Cadault (Jean-Christophe Bouvet) after he calls her ‘basic,’ says, “Without basic b–– like me, you wouldn’t be fashionable.” While we admire Emily’s looks, we are anything but basic. Inspired by Emily’s cross-continental style, bring out your inner fashionista with the vibrant Paraiso Palazzo ensemble from homegrown brand Jeanjacquet. Emily’s Eiffel Tower bag chain is cute, but the Jeepney tote from Zarah Juan is next level.
Sylvie: Fashion-forward #BossBabe
To channel our inner Sylvie (Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu) #BossBabe, we went for a fashion-forward, yet elegant, look. We paired this versatile summer suit vest from Dona Lim with these button mules from Daily Schedule. Finishing this look is the edgy blanket midi evening bag from Marie de la Roche, which can fit all your necessities for work. Yes, including your laptop. All these pieces can be found on the B.zaar Collective, which curates homegrown and artisanal brands.
Camille: Effortlessly chic
“Paris seems like such a big city,” says Camille (Camille Razat), “but it’s really just a small town.” So is Manila. For those who go for the effortlessly chic Camille-esque look, we suggest pairing the Mira mini dress from Jill Lao, as seen on local, effortlessly chic fashion icon Heart Evangelista, with the Dorothy heels from Strut. Talk about exuding that stylish, je nais sais quoi vibe.
Mindy: Fun and colorful
Last, but certainly not least, is the girlfriend we all need in our lives. Mindy’s (Ashley Park) style, like her personality, is playful and cheeky. To pull off a flirty and friendly Mindy-inspired look, try pairing the Zoe dress from Charina Sarte with the Octavio Mar bag from Marie de la Roche. The versatile bag can be worn three ways, as a backpack, as a sling bag, and as a purse.
