Are you looking for a book to pick up this weekend? It might be a good time to explore Filipino literary works. To help you get started, Style Weekend asked book influencers about the Filipino books that left them on the edge of their seats, broke their hearts, and gave them a sense of comfort and...
For years, Style Weekend, Manila Bulletin’s weekly magazine that came free with its newspaper every Friday, had been a go-to read for people seeking the latest in style and a guide on all the fun things to do on the weekend. After publishing its last print issue in 2017, Style Weekend returned as...
Filipinos are up for a four-day long weekend after President Marcos moved the celebration of Ninoy Aquino Day from Aug. 21, Wednesday, to Aug. 23, Friday. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and the late senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. (File photos) Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin...
Love her or hate her, Emily Cooper is definitely living the life every girl dreams of. A career in a luxury French marketing firm? Check. A life in Paris? Check. Being in a relationship with gorgeous men? Check. And with the coming of the fourth season of “Emily in Paris,” we will definitely...
For the second episode of “Drag Race Philippines” season 3, the show tasked its roster of Filipino drag artists to merge fashion with eco-consciousness through its Sustaina-ball challenge. To do that, the queens produced runway looks using trash materials, a nod to the infamous “trash”...
Jewelry pieces adorned with lab-grown diamonds have been around for years. While their glimmer has caught the eyes of select luxury brands and jewelry fans, their allure is yet to make it big in the Philippines’ fashion scene. But it looks like things are about to change as a new player enters...
High School Musicals Night by The Sunny Club When: August 16, 9:30 p.m. onwards Where: Plus66, FBR Arcade, Katipunan, Quezon City Who says Pride ends in June? Join The Sunny Club for a night filled with iconic bops from High School Musical, Glee, and Victorious (and maybe more?) at Plus66 in...
Until today, Filipinas have long grappled with a shortage of local makeup brands that truly cater to their diverse skin tones. Despite the Philippines being a melting pot of cultures and complexions, the beauty industry has historically overlooked the unique needs of its consumers, leaving many to...
Shoes aren’t just accessories. They are a product of good and smart design. Of all the wearable pieces, they are the ones that are constantly put to the test, from how long they can go for a walk (or run) to how strong they are to carry their wearer’s weight. Style and function always go hand...
SM Art Market When: Ongoing until August 10 Where: Ground level, Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City Immerse yourself in the local art scene and discover one-of-a-kind artworks at SM Art Market. On display are works of emerging artists and other masterpieces from galleries like...
Last week, on our way to Jor-el Espina’s private fashion show, associate fashion editor John Legaspi and I discussed how this Ilonggo fashion designer has made his mark in Philippine fashion. Jor-el Espina My very first memory of Espina was his Bomberong jackets in 2017 at the Arte Fino Fair....
For a long time, shapewear has been a piece of clothing that catered mostly for women. Think of corsets, girdles, and bodysuits—these are aimed to enhance their female form. But when it comes to the male department, there’s only a handful of brands gents can depend on to help them achieve the...
