Recently, I saw local beauty brands like Ever Bilena, Issy, Vice, and Sunnies Face make the headlines, basically covering what’s happening in the Philippines’ cosmetics industry and featuring the ones building it. I’ve since seen more international press start to put P-beauty in the same...
When two cultures meet, remarkable things happen. A harmonious blend of tradition, innovation, and purpose blooms into a celebration of everything shared between them. It is this very fusion that filled the UNIQLO Manila Global Flagship Store last July 29, in Glorietta 5, Makati City, in...
When we talk about aura, more often than not, people tend to say, “You have this certain glow.” Some pair it with other terms, say, confidence, power, relaxation, and joy. It is kind of hard to really identify its meaning. Merriam-Webster alone has a handful of definitions for it. But, for...
Jojie Lloren has his way of making women feel elegant and confident through the way he designs his pieces. His collections are always poetic, merging narratives with precise techniques, resulting in pieces that feel both deeply personal and timeless. That’s Jojie as a designer: he is always a...
Off-season travel comes with its own advantages. With fewer tourists, lower prices, and a more relaxed atmosphere, it offers travelers the chance to experience a destination at their own pace. But on the flip side, it comes with challenges, and at the top of the list are seasonal conditions. ...
While watching Alex Eala’s match against Alycia Parks live on television, I could not stop looking at the pink earrings she wore on Centre Court. They stood out each time the camera moved closer. The match took place on Aug. 5, 2026, during the second round of the National Bank Open presented by...
Fashion has a funny way of making us nostalgic. One season, we’re chasing the next big thing. The next, we’re rediscovering the classics we once overlooked. Few brands embody that cycle better today than Ralph Lauren. For years, the American brand remained a quiet constant in...
We all know the saying that trends fade but style endures—but what does that really mean? True style isn 't about chasing what 's new. It 's about choosing pieces that outlast seasons, transcend generations, and remain just as relevant today as they were decades ago. But how does...
Thian Rodriguez understands how clothes can make an impact. His pieces have graced the stage, worn by some of the country’s top music artists—from KZ Tandingan and Kyla to international star Lizzo. They have even become his ticket abroad, taking his work to different parts of the globe, with...
We devote several steps to caring for our face but often take our hands for granted. They are washed throughout the day, exposed to sunlight, constantly at work, and rarely given the same attention. Aesop puts the focus on hand care with Solais Replenishing Hand Serum, a lightweight treatment made...
The next Met Gala fashion exhibit will be devoted to a designer famed for both his singular talent and the scandal that lost him one of the top posts in all of fashion: John Galliano. The British designer was creative director at Christian Dior for nearly 15 years, the very pinnacle of the fashion...
There’s something fascinating about watching an object come to life by hand. In a time where speed and automation define much of modern manufacturing, witnessing true craftsmanship reminds us that some things simply cannot be rushed. That is especially true in luxury. At an exclusive...
