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How Pitoy’s timeless creations remain Filipino at their core

Ongoing until June 29 at the Metropolitan Museum of Manila’s North Gallery in BGC, Timeless: J. Moreno is as much a visual narration of his genius as it is about his fervent desire to define what Filipino was through his fashion. Text and photos by ALEX Y. VERGARA Like most…

Filipiniana finery gets a 21st-century reboot in the hands of Happy Andrada and Tesoros

The exclusive showcase aims to celebrate the fusion of tradition and contemporary style. Held at Tesoros' flagship store in Makati, the event is deemed by its collaborators not just as a display of fashion but a statement on Filipino artistry, sustainability and modern cultural expression. By Alex Y. Vergara Tesoros,…

Statement eyewear that’s bold and worth its weight in gold

Made either of precious or semi-precious metals and stones, and costing anywhere from £8,000 to £20,000, the Francis de Lara brand of eyewear and jewelry pieces is its Filipino-American creator’s nod to individuality and his statement against fashion’s overproduction and homogenization. By ALEX Y. VERGARA He dreams of someday seeing…

Suit up: Cebu’s finest sartorial secret makes it to Manila

By Jose Paolo S. dela Cruz In the Godfather films, “omerta” refers to that all-powerful “code of silence” among members of the Mafia. But in Cebu, and more recently, in Manila, the word trades in its darker definition for something more stylish and bespoke — an ode to a lifestyle…

Michael Leyva: Threads of glory

Through his work, Michael Leyva is not just influencing the local fashion scene. He’s also steadily gaining recognition internationally. His collections have graced global runways in cities like Dubai and Los Angeles, where his modern take on Filipino fashion has captivated international audiences. By FRANCHESCA L. TUAZON When Michael Leyva…

The terno as an art form inspired by another art form

For its fourth edition, TernoCon 2025 asked this year’s finalists to draw inspirations from the artworks of some of the best and most celebrated Filipino artists in fashioning their respective three-piece collections. Capiz's Peach Garde, who channelled National Artist Leandro Locsin's iconic buildings, wins top prize. By Alex Y. Vergara…

Travel in comfort and style all season long with TUMI

Nobody knows traveling in style better than TUMI with its dynamic designs, new colorways and recent additions to the 19 Degree Aluminum collection. TUMI, the leading international travel, lifestyle and accessories brand, celebrates the joy of holiday reunions with inspired gift ideas for everyone on your list. Featuring the brand’s…

Cool gifts and more at Kultura Christmas Crawl

Happening until Nov. 24 at the Main Mall Atrium of SM Mall of Asia, Kultura Christmas Crawl presents to shoppers a wide array of locally made and responsibly sourced food, fashion, home and entertainment items — and tops them all off with some very rewarding perks. From contemporary fashion…

BOSS Spring/Summer 2025: “Out of office” looks steal the show in Milan

Following its CorpCore-themed Fall/Winter 2023 runway show — which reimagined tailoring with modern iterations of classic suiting and on-duty dressing staples — for Spring/Summer 2025, BOSS unveiled a collection that broke with the conventional parameters of corporate attire. Staged at the Palazzo del Senato in Milan and presented under the…

When art and fashion intersect at The Mall NUSTAR

Renowned Cebu-based fashion designer Philip Rodriguez and Manila-based artist Jane Ebarle showcased their respective talents and artistry in “Bisti,” a joint show that not only paid homage to Filipino wear, but also virtually mirrored the joy and magic of the Christmas season. Text and photos by ALEX Y. VERGARA It…