“Cinderella” is among the well-known fairy tales told to children all over the world. Its rags-to-riches story gained an even larger audience when Disney turned it into an animated film in 1950. In 2015, fans of the movie were once again delighted when the film giant released a live-action...
After months of waiting, the sophomore season of “Drag Race Philippines” is upon us. This year, the workroom is once again filled with Filipino drag artists hailed from different parts of the nation. But before we see their take on the Snatch Game, do makeovers, and served heated dramas on the...
When we talk about Filipino style today, reimagined ternos, classic barongs, and other modern iterations of Filipinianas are what usually come to mind. But contemporary Filipino fashion doesn’t end there. There are jewelry pieces made the artisanal way by the local plateros. There are also...
Merrell In time for the rainy season, Merrell dropped its newest collection—Hut Ultra Wrap. This collection offers lightweight pieces designed with a high-cushioned midsole. The shoes also feature adjustable velcro straps, hook, and loop buckles for a comfortable fit. On top of this, the brand...
Asian Hospital Charities Inc., (AHCI) is a nonprofit organization which serves as the official Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of the Asian Hospital and Medical Center. It aims to provide the underprivileged with access to medical services, through the funding of therapeutic interventions...
By IANE MACASIEB KEEPING IT FRESH Gen Z models don the modernized Filipiniana outfits from the Araw-Araw collection The Filipiniana gown, also known as the Maria Clara gown or terno, has given Filipino women a “sense of identity.” It makes every Filipina feel empowered just by wearing it. The...
Fashion is inherently political , according to Andrew Bolton, Wendy Yu curator in charge of The Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. “Fashion functions as a mirror to our times,” he said. Vice President Sara Duterte and First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos (IG) At last Monday’s...
Another Filipina beauty and talent shows that a Pinay is a real-life Barbie. In an Instagram post, Filipina actress Julia Saubier shares snippets and behind-the-scenes photos of her journey to becoming the 1971 live-action Barbie. “Our lil (3 secs at most lol) time in Barbie Land @barbiethemovie...
Last week, Manila was painted pink as Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” movie hit local theaters. Fans of the iconic Mattel doll, both young and old, put on their best ’fits that scream Barbiecore. For the longest time, the Barbie aesthetic has been seen on the runway and in many brand releases. The...
Local style and craftsmanship have been at the forefront of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s first year of leadership. In many events and functions, we saw many of the country’s leaders put their best foot forward when it comes to fashion. And this year’s State of the Nation...
DAVAO CITY (PNA) – Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte wore a Maguindanaon dress during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s State-of-the-Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 24. VICE President Sara Duterte’s dress for the second State-of-the-Nation Address of President...
Whenever stars come together, one can expect nothing but the best fashion moments. A testament to that is the recent GMA Gala 2023. On July 22, the brightest Filipino celebrities gathered at Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City donning the most glamourous ’fits. From celebrating local design...
