Karylle and Laurice Guillen are featured in the maiden issue of Philippine Style Collective magazine as two empowered women who continue to shape Philippine entertainment and culture in distinct, powerful ways. The glossy publication, which officially launched its inaugural issue at Café Taverna in Quezon City, pictures both artists as embodiments of Filipino creativity, heritage, and vision.

The maiden issue puts the spotlight on the officers of the Philippine Heritage Society on the cover alongside an extensive showcase of its Regents. The board said the Philippine Style Collective is not just a magazine, it's a celebration of the best that the Philippines has to offer. It is likewise dedicated to highlighting " the lives of exemplary Filipinos who have made significant marks in their respective fields."

For performer and host Karylle Yuzon, fashion is not merely personal, it is cultural. She describes her approach as “purposeful dressing,” embracing clothing as a statement of heritage. Known for championing Filipino designers, Karylle collaborates with visionaries like Jor-el Espina to infuse traditional aesthetics into modern wear. One standout example is the 1930s traje de mestiza (camisa and pañuelo) she wore in the film "Quezon" - a look she proudly carries as part of her advocacy for local textiles and craftsmanship.

Her wardrobe is a testament to her individuality: vintage hats, ukay-ukay (thrifted) pieces, and custom garments that honor the Philippine story. Through style, she uplifts Filipino artisans while reminding audiences that fashion, too, can be a form of cultural storytelling.

Acclaimed filmmaker Laurice Guillen, meanwhile, recalls the long way to achieving excellence behind the camera. Laurice recently shifted to directing her daughter in Puccini’s opera "Tosca", a return to her roots under National Artist for Theater and Literature Rolando Tinio. She explains that theater and opera demand a different kind of rigor: the story must unfold from beginning to end without the luxury of retakes. Likewise, music and movement must propel the narrative forward.

Reflecting on her career, Guillen recalls a time when she and the late Marilou Diaz-Abaya were among the few women in Philippine cinema directing major works. Today, she finds hope in the rising number of female directors shaping the industry: a change she believes will bring “stories told from a fresh, female perspective.” For her, legacy is is all about “knowing that you did your best in every project, because in the end your works are going to speak for themselves.”

Philippine Style Collective is available in printed and digital formats. It can be accessed worldwide via the Magzter platform.