Chynna Mamawal is living her dream. She has dressed many A-list stars, mastered the retail industry, and presented a collection at Vancouver Fashion Week in 2023. Now, she’s checking off another item on her bucket list—showcasing a collection in one of the world's major fashion capitals. Chynna...
Editor's Note: “What We Wore” is a section that spotlights our readers' looks, detailing their stories as they layer, pair, and accessorize one piece after another. If you want us to feature your unique sense of style, post a photo of your look on social media and use the hashtags #StyleWeekend...
There’s no point in denying that we live in a world where first impressions are often visual. Thus, beauty has quietly taken its place as an integral part of making a great first impression. It’s not about subscribing to unattainable standards or superficial vanity, but rather about recognizing...
In a previous article in Manila Bulletin , I wrote that the eyes of lifestyle arbiter Chito Vijandre, along with those of his longtime creative and life partner Ricky Toledo, “are a window to the world in all its magnificence and splendor, through eras and epochs.” Chito Vijandre The...
Paws and Pastries When: Sep. 6 to 7, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Where: Baker J, BGC, Taguig City Accessories brand Cari partners with Pawssion Project, Baker J, and Cats of BGC as it crafts a weekend experience that’s all about paws, piercing, pastries, and purpose. The latest edition of its “Piercing...
When it comes to serving a killer red-carpet look, trust that Janine Gutierrez can deliver. This time, the actress ups the ante as she is one of the Filipinos attending the prestigious Venice Film Festival. For the occasion, the “Lavender Fields” star opted to wear pieces designed by Filipino...
In a time when everyone is jumping on the latest trends, adapting to the newest core crazes, and trying their hand at Hollywood’s method dressing, the designers of Bench Fashion Week (BFW) Holiday 2024 have proved that the best style moments always have a personal story. For years, the runway of...
Editor's note: “What We Wore” is a section that puts the spotlight on our readers' looks, detailing their stories as they layer, pair, and accessorize one piece after another. If you want us to feature your unique sense of style, post a photo of your look on social media and use the...
Cool, casual, and with the right hint of character—that's what street style should be. What people wear on the pavement has inspired the fashion industry's biggest brands and names for years. Not only has street style championed the self-expression aspect of dressing up, but it has also created...
A glasshouse is a dream. And even in the middle of the landscaped gardens of the Greenbelt 5 Fashion Walk in the Makati Central Business District, where a glasshouse just opened early this month, home to French fashion house Balmain’s latest collections, it appears as a dream, so...
Bold, striking, and otherworldly—these are just some of the words to describe the creations of Ehrran Montoya. Ever since he established his fashion house during the pandemic, he has risen as one of the top Filipino designers to watch, thanks to his odd yet awe-inspiring take on couture. His...
I first heard of fashion designer Hannah Kong when I spotted her store at The Podium a few years back. The windows had mannequins dressed in bridal gowns with decadent embellishments and delicate lace. They were enchanting and whimsical—fitting for brides who have always dreamt of stepping into a...
