DESIGNS OF THE YOUTH SoFA Design Institute's SHS graduation exhibit "METRO333" showcases the promising future of the Philippine design industry SoFA Design Institute recently hosted their highly-anticipated senior high school graduation exhibit “METRO333,” showcasing the future of the...
Images by Stephane Sby Balmy and the author SOUND MIND, SOUND BODY 3537 teams up with ASICS during Fête de la Musique to share the transformative power of music and sound in connecting the body and mind In an era that has popularized streetwear, the casual-comfort chic style continues to hold its...
“Rampa” is one of the many Filipino terms that bring an immediate smile to a face once it enters a conversation. It equates to sashay or walking with a proud gait. It has a sense of arrival—an element of style. All of those were present during the City of Manila’s first major fashion event...
After being announced as the Louis Vuitton's newest creative director for menswear, Pharrell Williams finally revealed his debut collection for French maison. Showcased at the Pont Neuf bridge in Paris, the collection featured the music superstar’s vision for spring-summer 2024 which, putting a...
Is there a constant thing in fashion? Each day, we find ourselves looking at the next it-item, drooling over the latest looks on the runway, and even the way we shop has changed through the years. This inevitable change doesn’t just apply to pieces and designs, people working in the industry go...
In 1998, HBO brought to the screen a show that centered on four women in New York as they go through their lives, break stereotypes, deal with men, and apologetically talk about their sex life—all while wearing the chicest pumps and having a glass of Cosmopolitan in their hands. 25 years later,...
Marking Independence Day 2023, luminaries from different societies gathered to celebrate Filipino artistry at The Peninsula Manila. The Mega Ball 2023: Art+Fashion recognized the prominent names and powerful figures in the world of fashion and art, who represent the finest in the Philippines'...
Eyewear is beyond just a piece of accessory that completes a look. It is one of the pieces that merge style and function. For some, it helps them see clearly, while others use it as a tool for self-expression. And one of the many that understand perfectly well the meaning and purpose of eyewear is...
Once upon a time, the terno, barong tagalog, and other Filipiniana pieces were dedicated to be worn only for formal events. The terno, specifically, almost went out of style. But through the modern visions of designers and brands, the butterfly sleeves and the overall sense of wearing local...
Vin d’Honneur, a bi-annual event, one for New Year’s Eve and one during Independence Day celebration, is when Malacañan Palace opens its doors to the ambassadors posted in the Philippines. It is a diplomatic event where the ambassadors get to know the First Family, government officials, and...
After unveiling his “ [ Lepidoptera ](https://mb.com.ph/2021/12/7/filipino-fashion-designer-presents-metamorphosis-with-lepidoptera-collection) ” and “Secrets of Metamorphosis,” Filipino fashion designer [ Ehrran Montoya...
Filipino heritage and artistry are once again under the spotlight as Likha makes a comeback this June. In celebration of the 125th anniversary of Philippine Independence, the second leg of the Filipino exhibit and convention dedicated to celebrating local traditional crafts finds a new home and...
