There are a number of reasons why brands produce collaboration collections. It can be about cultural relevance, something purely driven by creative pursuit, or an effort to reach a certain demographic. More often than not, the latter becomes the driving force. Collaboration collections have the...
In the local beauty industry, if there is one name synonymous with “kilay is life” and impeccably groomed brows, it is Momoi Supe. Hailing from Koronadal, South Cotabato, Momoi built a name as one of the country’s pioneering master brow artists and among the early advocates of permanent...
The most unexpected realizations are often the ones that stay the longest, but reveal themselves slowly, like a scent remembered from a hotel stay or a conversation over a warm cup of tea. This is what happens when fragrance is no longer just a spritz, but an experience, a memory, or a feeling you...
There is a particular kind of invisible that only mothers know, and it creeps up on us so quietly we almost miss it. It does not necessarily have anything to do with being unloved. We may have families that adore us and our children that need us—yet, somewhere in the busyness of it all, we...
Recent studies show that people around the world are experiencing digital fatigue. More and more are choosing to disconnect from the endless cycle of online consumption in search of a slower and more meaningful way of living. Slowly, especially among the youth, doom scrolling is being replaced by a...
With its newest campaign, “Command Beauty,” Kojie.san encourages everyone to move beyond traditional standards and embrace their own definition of beauty. To mark it, the brand hosted an exclusive screening of the highly anticipated movie, “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” Ahead of the block...
When Maje first came to the Philippines in June 2025, it introduced Filipinos to a different kind of “Parisian chic,” one rooted in a polished, feminine, youthful, and slightly bohemian style. It continues to evolve that signature aesthetic with the unveiling of its spring-summer 2026...
Every May, different parts of the Philippines celebrate “Flores de Mayo” (Flowers of May). It is a time when various religious and cultural traditions are practiced, primarily dedicated to the Virgin Mary. For the entire month, flowers and prayers are offered to the Blessed Mother, with a grand...
While many makeup brands debut with bold palettes and statement colors, makeup artist and creative director of local beauty brand Enigma, Raiza Contawi, chose to begin with what she believes is the heart of every look: a flawless base. In 2025, she launched her brand with a foundation line that...
Defining a mother’s love in one word is nearly impossible. Mothers—and even mother figures—take on many roles in our lives, each requiring patience, strength, and selflessness. To be one means constantly putting others’ needs before your own and making countless sacrifices rooted in...
A dress for a special occasion serves two purposes: to shine and to create unforgettable memories. Take, for instance, cocktail dresses, where guests try to find what style best shows who they truly are. At a wedding, the bridal dress is the pièce de résistance. It’s what everyone will see and...
Quezon City Police District (QCPD) operatives arrested a delivery driver and recovered over ₱261,554 worth of stolen beauty and skincare products in Barangay St. Peter, Quezon City, now under probe as a suspected “inside job.” CCTV footage reviewed on May 6 showed the 33-year-old suspect, a...
