Disco may have had its moment in the ‘70s but its “last dance” is far from over. Its exuberant style continues to inspire today’s fashion scene, serving pieces that are full of charm, joy, and, of course, glamor. This season calls everyone to unleash their inner disco diva. And if they need...
Being a tropical country, summertime provides a chance for the Filipino style to shine bright. From showcasing intricate weavings and imaginative color plays to highlighting endemic materials, locally-made fashions aren’t just beautiful to look at, they also have stories to tell on their own. This...
Can you feel the heat? The dry or summer season finally arrived in the Philippines, which means it is time to shed your cozy cold-weather pieces and refresh your wardrobe with garbs that celebrate life and moments under the sun. This season is looking to be an exciting one as it is also a summertime...
The category is… life in color. That’s what fashion designer Michael Leyva’s show is all about during the final day of Bench Fashion Week (BFW) spring-summer 2023. To hype up everyone for the fashion festivity that’s about to unravel on the runway, the show started with the house tunes of...
For the longest time, the world’s greatest masterpieces have inspired many designers in coming up with their latest collections. From images of majestic sculpture printed on casual wear to couture pieces mirroring the artists’ master skills, fashion imbued with art definitely has its magical way...
A year ago, Spanish luxury fashion house Loewe and Swiss performance brand On collaborated on a capsule featuring On’s first venture into the luxury world. Now, the partnership has returned with a limited-edition capsule featuring elevated running shoes. “Blending Swiss-born engineering with...
Championing Filipino style has always been at the core of Ched Studio. With its artisanal design approach, the local fashion brand has produced collections that marry arts, history, and pop culture references with Filipino craftsmanship. This time, it presents its latest collection at Bench Fashion...
In Dr. Jose Rizal’s “El Filibusterismo,” we discovered the transformation of Crisostomo Ibarra, from a charming son of a businessman into a revengeful jeweler Simoun. If Rizal’s first novel “Noli Me Tangere” was centered on romance, its sequel “El Filibusterismo” was all about...
After presenting his collection at Bench Design Awards 2017 and Ternocon 2020, Filipino fashion designer Jaggy Glarino returns to the runway of the Filipino clothing giant as he presents his most personal collection yet. For his “Core Memory” collection at Bench Fashion Week (BFW)...
Life is all about sharing meaningful moments with the ones we love dearly. It goes beyond the familial bond we have, it involves the strangers we meet, and later on, become friends with. But the thing is, as we grow up and go on to discover what life has to offer, it is inevitable to part ways with...
Images Justin Louise Soriano There is a vulnerability about Heart Evangelista that is exquisite and captivating. Never does she stride or strut into a room; often she saunters, sometimes hesitates, even as in her role as a fashion icon, she is expected to walk tall, make big steps, execute a grand...
When it comes to traditional Filipino clothing, it is hard not to imagine the elegant silhouette of the terno. The round sleeves made of eight to 12 pleats perfectly mirror the heritage and history of the Philippines with its East-meets-West style. After having their moment in Manila last January,...
