Gone are the days when we had to rely on international labels for our beauty needs. Local brands are stepping up big time, offering products made with Filipino skin and our tropical weather in mind. From glow-boosting skincare to high-performing makeup and signature-worthy scents, here are some new...
Bering, the Danish watch brand celebrated for its clean lines, lasting craftsmanship, and Arctic-inspired design, officially opened its first store in the Philippines at SM North DESA. The brand, known for marrying elegant simplicity with sustainability, welcomed guests into a space that reflected...
Striking and unconventional, SevenFriday watches aren’t for the faint of heart. If your taste leans toward minimalist timepieces, these may not be for you. But if you 're drawn to bold, industrial aesthetics rooted in retro-futurism, you’re in for a treat—and might just find yourself...
Japanese watchmaker Seiko is making a splash with three new Prospex creations honoring the 60th anniversary of its very first diver’s watch, originally introduced in 1965. To mark this major milestone, Seiko Philippines held a pop-up exhibit from May 16 to 18, 2025, at SM Megamall’s Fashion...
Weaving is among the crafts that truly capture the Philippine story. Each of the main regions of the archipelago has its own unique weaving heritage, with designs that mirror indigenous customs, spirituality, and even dreams. Threaded into these textiles is the ancient Filipinos’ relationship...
There’s something electric about a fashion design competition—especially when it puts the spotlight on fresh, young creatives redefining Philippine fashion. This year’s Bench Design Awards (BDA), held last April 27 at Bench Tower in Taguig, was no exception. With 12 standout collections from...
Life in the Philippines asks a lot from the clothes we wear. It’s a country where the weather can be scorching one moment and unpredictable the next, where humidity clings to the skin by mid-morning, and where our days often stretch from office meetings to late-night errands, sometimes even...
Your mom deserves nothing but the best—and this Mother 's Day weekend is the perfect time to treat her to something extra special. Until May 14, take her on a floral shopping escape at the Robinsons Department Store (RDS) Galleria Flower Festival 2025. The department store has been...
Armani Beauty celebrated the opening of its first flagship store in the Philippines, located at SM Mall of Asia. The store offers the brand’s complete range of makeup and skincare products—making their debut in the country—alongside its already available fragrance collection. To mark the...
There’s no denying that fitness is having a moment. What was once confined to gyms and training studios has evolved—getting active now means more than just lifting weights or hitting the treadmill. Locally, this shift is evident in the rise of run clubs and active communities, cities...
With all the roles mothers play in their daily lives, finding time to pamper themselves—or even just to consistently follow a skincare routine—can be challenging, and a luxury some cannot afford. This is a reality even for Nicole Morales, founder of The Beauty Edit, a local beauty subscription...
Many of us first discovered fashion through our mothers—their sense of style, the way they carried themselves, and the care they put into every outfit. Through their way of dressing, we learned that fashion is not just about clothing but about confidence, identity, and self-expression passed down...
