Forever 21 has filed for bankruptcy protection for a second time and plans to close down its U.S. business as traffic in U.S. shopping malls fades and competition from online retailers like Amazon, Temu and Shein intensifies. Photo by AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato F21 OpCo, which runs Forever 21 stores,...
You could say that Tesoros is ahead of its time. Long before fairs spotlighted artisanal products and traditional Filipino pieces were reimagined for contemporary wear, the Philippine handicrafts store had been bringing local crafts closer to people since 1945. Eight decades have passed, and it...
Gucci has a new artistic director. Through a social media post, the brand shared a joint statement with French multinational holding company Kering, announcing the appointment of Demna as its new creative lead. Demna is the new artistic director of Gucci For over a decade, Demna has served as the...
Fashion and beauty are powerful sources of empowerment. Wearing your favorite outfit or applying your favorite shade of lipstick can instantly boost your confidence for the day. It’s like a superpower—you're Wonder Woman, ready to face anything. This Women’s Month, you can become your own...
Apart from being a DJ, Bigboy Cheng is known for his vast collection of toys, art, and sneakers. The latter is something he is particularly passionate about, and over the years, his label, Secret Fresh, has collaborated with many brands, putting creative twists on shoes and apparel. Bigboy Cheng...
Behind the red velvet curtains, guests stepped into a world of passion and empowerment as Guess Philippines hosted Love, Guess, an evening dedicated to celebrating self-love, confidence, and indulgence. Held at the stylized Baked Studios in Makati City, the event brought together a curated guest...
In November 2024, NBA star Klay Thompson made a return to San Francisco for a game against his former team, with whom he spent 13 successful years. It was a pretty iconic moment for the sharpshooter. But for Filipino artist JP Pining, that moment was the fulfillment of a dream—because during that...
Tokyo is a city of contradictions. Its neon-lit intersections hum with urgency while just beyond the chaos, time slows to a contemplative hush. Tradition and modernity exist side by side, not in conflict, but in conversation. This tension, this balance, is at the heart of Onitsuka Tiger’s...
MISS UNIVERSE PHILIPPINES 2024 Chelsea Manalo Some women are born into history, others carve their names into it. Chelsea Manalo, Miss Universe Philippines 2024, stands among the latter. The first Filipina of African-American descent to represent the country on the Miss Universe stage, she...
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It is hard to imagine life today without sneakers. These dependable footwear options allow us to go the extra mile—whether at work or on our fitness journey. They have also helped shape people’s approach to dressing, as they prioritize designs that merge function and style. As many continue to...
March is Women’s Month and it is all about celebrating the strength, grace, and resilience of women. And what better way to do so than by treating yourself or the special women in your life to something meaningful? SM Store, your go-to shopping destination, is making this Women's Month extra...
