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Pinoy-Austrian crooner to wear Michael Cinco to Eurovision finals

Is Europe ready for its first Asian Eurovision champion? Austrian-born and Vienna-based Vincent Bueno, the son of Filipino immigrants, believes so. By Alex Y. Vergara Pandemic or no pandemic, it seems there’s no stopping Filipino creativity from further enriching the rest of the world. Vincent Bueno, a full-blooded Filipino who…

Hail Hydrafacial!

By Jose Paolo S. dela Cruz What exactly is a Hydrafacial — and is it worth the buzz it’s getting? One in every 15 seconds: That’s how many of these trademarked, gunk-sucking, no prick Hydrafacials are reportedly being performed all over the world. That means by the time you’re done…

Women supporting women

Celebrate Women's History Month throughout the entire month of March as CHÁRMÁ and Girls Got This come together to uplift the lives of marginalized women across the Philippines. Limited Edition Chàrmà X Girls Got This International Women's Day Tops are available now through Shopee and CHÁRMÁ website. #StandWithGirls by Charma…

Making Valentine’s season more meaningful through the five languages of love

And these love languages gain more resonance as we think of new ways to ignite romance and be there for our loved ones—even if we’re sometimes physically far apart—in the new normal. How many ways can you say “I love you?” The answer is perhaps as diverse as the stars…

Personalized Valentine’s Day gifts to help you say “I love you”

To further ensure its customers safety and comfort, the country’s premier department store chain also offers a “Personal Shopper On Call” service. These days, spending extended quality time with our loved ones has become quite difficult. Whether you’re sharing a living space or can only connect with them online, expressing…

The power of self-love and rediscovery during unprecedented times

Two accomplished couples share how they make the most out of their time together while staying at home. Valentine’s Day 2021 will be like no other. With social distancing protocols still in place because of the pandemic, this year’s celebration will definitely be very different even when compared with last…

Filipino footwear mines age-old traditions while keeping in step with the times

Seven of the country’s emerging shoe designers put their best foot forward in the seventh edition of DTI’s recently concluded Filipino Footwear Design Competition. By Alex Y. Vergara Cowboy boots with geometric block heels and strategic cutouts and lacing that show off some skin. Heelless sandals inspired by bowls of…

RTW trends ’21: A return to authentic stories and out-of-the-box concepts

If there’s one thing consumers have learned over the past year, says designer Lesley Mobo, it's that they don’t need more of the same. What they need are less, but well-made products, including clothes, that connect with them emotionally. By Alex Y. Vergara While bigger, more established retail brands try…

Lounge act

Style expert LUIS ESPIRITU JR. names one of the biggest trends in post-pandemic fashion — and why it’s here to stay in 2021. At this point, there’s no denying that the pandemic has proven catastrophic to the fashion industry. Big and small brands have closed. Fashion retail, for the most…

Putting back the fun in pandemic fashion

If 2020 reintroduced us to the concept of luxe loungewear as well as gave birth to PPE-inspired ensembles, 2021 will likely see an explosion of happy colors and dramatic prints in dresses and separates with looser silhouettes. By Alex Y. Vergara Just as World War I and the 1918 Flu…