Suyen Corp., the company behind homegrown lifestyle brand Bench, among other foreign and local retail brands, trained the spotlight on both fast fashion and couture, as it also showcased the collections of such designers as Joey Samson, Rhett Eala, Nicolo Perez, Gabbie Sarenas, Jo-Ann Bitagcol and Carla Zhang. By Alex…
Marriott Manila recently staged another edition of its annual “Marry Me at Marriott” fashion event, featuring the breathtaking and fairytale-like creations of Filipino fashion designers Jaggy Glarino, Val Taguba, Rhett Eala, Ezra Santos, Jezelle Amorado and Albert Andrada. Text and photos by Ma. Angelica Demegillo The annual “Marry Me at…
No one got cancelled out on the second day of the current three-day Bench Fashion Week, as designers Rhett Eala, Bon Hansen Reyes, Christian Dalogaog and retail brand Urban Revivo showed the audience different flavors, inspirations and reasons to dress up. By Alex Y. Vergara It was a show of…
As if Rhett Eala’s chic but classic ready-to-wear pieces are not enough, fashionistas now also have the works of three other designers such as Ivar Aseron, Twettie de Leon and Jo Ann Bitagcol to choose and draw inspiration from. By Alex Y. Vergara Fashionistas doing some last-minute Christmas shopping for…
Take it from her, a stylish woman dresses up to express her “true self.” Style, unlike trends, is timeless. It doesn’t “come and go.” But no matter how innate one’s style is, it also has to adapt to the times, the person’s age and changing lifestyles. EDITOR'S NOTE: This article first…
Filipino fashion comes to the fore with Awit at Laro’s follow-up to its successful campaign proudly promoting Filipino culture through OPM music and traditional street games. “Baro at Sayá” by Awit at Laro is a fashion show that highlights local designers, as they introduce Filipino wear while inspiring national pride…
And so, the Filipino does it again. And this time, it’s on the runways of Paris. Dubai-based Filipino designer Michael Cinco is the first ever Filipino in the 40-plus-year history of Paris Fashion Week to be cordially invited to showcase his collection at the most vogue event of the year.…
Those blessed with great fortune are also those most capable of giving back. PeopleAsia puts the spotlight on individuals and groups that have taken the opportunity to do good for fellow Filipinos through their art, passions and influence. Save a Seat Kenneth Cobonpue designed six limited-edition chairs used during APEC's…