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Marriott Bonvoy’s teams up with Themes & Motifs and Calgary-based Filipino-Canadian group

Marriott Moments A-Fair, Marriott Manila’s annual July bridal and fashion fair, marks the debut of “Luxuriant Expo” as well as Marriott Bonvoy’s partnership with key people behind Calgary International Fashion and Arts Week. On its fourth season, the Marriott Moments A-Fair introduces “Luxuriant Expo,” an event that highlights high fashion,…

Patis Tesoro, the woman who made high-fashion Filipiniana pieces versatile and wearable

At 74, Maria Beatriz "Patis" Pamintuan Tesoro is still full of life and shows no signs of slowing down. In the 408-page tome Filipiniana is Forever, written by her daughter Nina Tesoro Poblador and various contributors, see the colorful tapestries that form the storied career of the grand dame of…

ArteFino’s summer souk puts a spotlight on Filipino brands

Here comes the sun, and this pop-up bazaar, ongoing until March 9, offers an array of Filipino products from different provinces that are perfect for your next beach trip. The north and south courts of Power Plant Mall transformed into a tropical paradise as ArteFino recently unveiled its summer lifestyle…

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 being Filipino was through his fashion. Text and photos by ALEX Y. VERGARA Like…

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…