Five seasoned Filipino designers drew inspirations from DiaGold, a homegrown jewelry brand that started in Cebu, to produce haute couture pieces that conjure opulence, romance and visions of the divine. Formally established in 2008 by the Ty family after decades of doing business fairly under the radar, Cebu’s homegrown luxury…
Dressed in an off-shoulder Francis Libiran creation, Hidilyn Diaz, the country’s first-ever Olympic gold medalist, weds coach Julius Naranjo in Catholic rites in the “City of Pines.” By Alex Y. Vergara Photos from Nice Photography & Exige Weddings, Francis Libiran and Arsi Baltazar Exactly one year after winning for the…
After days of staying under the radar in low-key and sometimes unconventional outfits that left not a few demanding pageant fans unhappy, the country’s Cebuana bet to Miss Universe made a splash in the crucial preliminary competition in both swimsuit and evening gown segments. The long wait is over! And…
It's a feast for the senses as The Naked Patisserie, one of the most sought-after cake suppliers for celebrity weddings, unveils its exciting holiday lineup. And they don't just taste good, they're pretty good-looking, too! “I’ve always loved the way food brings people together like nothing else can—breaking down barriers and creating new…
By Büm D. Tenorio, Jr. Oct. 19, 2014. Mid-afternoon. In a cafe near Jardin des Tuileries in Paris. Inside it were two people, total strangers to each other from the start. “It was my last day in Paris. I was touring the city after my four-day extension. I was supposed to…
Francis Libiran drew and paired inspirations from unlikely sources such as Art Deco and nature, to produce men’s and women’s wear bridal ensembles in candy colors and with rich textures in the form of brocades, embroidery and beadwork. By Alex Y. Vergara Drawing inspiration from two disparate, nearly opposing sources,…
“Dream Weddings: A Wedding Gala by City of Dreams” gathers the country’s sought-after wedding experts on the 30th of November to celebrate the beauty of marriage. Among those who will be featured in the event are world-renowned fashion designer Francis Libiran, who will cap the evening off with a gala fashion…
PeopleAsia wishes you a Happy Valentine's Day! Get your dose of romance with the stories of courtship, devotion and enduring love featured in our February - March 2017 issue. Check out previews of the 'Love' issue's exclusive features in this gallery. Miko de los Reyes and Nicole Tantoco: No questions asked Photography by MAU AGUASIN Just…
This year, the Ayala Malls celebrates an extended Valentine's season by showcasing different works of art in a handful of Ayala shopping and leisure destinations. And so, young artists are at front and center of this season's exhibit, aptly called "Art to HeART." The story behind this collection is reflected in…