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A ‘Happy’ 20 years of cooking and entertaining

A ‘Happy’ 20 years of cooking and entertaining

By Bryle B. Suralta Happy Concept Group founder Happy Ongpauco-Tiu, together with Pottery Barn, partnered with GLAD Philippines to celebrate Happy’s 20 years in the food service industry and to unveil the Spring/Summer 2019 collections of Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids and West Elm. Held recently at Rustan’s Makati, the…
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The ’90s hair trend that’s making a big comeback this year

The ’90s hair trend that’s making a big comeback this year

Text by Hermes Joy Tunac Graphics by Maica Frances Maglipon If you don't already know, hair accessories are having a "major" moment in fashion for several months now since the start of 2019. Experts predict that aside from hair clips and barrettes, blunt bobs and big volumes will also steal the…
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Rafé kicks off BFW ’19 with Siargao-meets-Hawaii collection

Rafé kicks off BFW ’19 with Siargao-meets-Hawaii collection

By Alex Y. Vergara “I didn’t even know that you could surf in the Philippines,” exclaimed Rafé Totengco. The New York-based RTW and accessories designer was referring to his eye-opening experience after his first ever visit to Siargao a few seasons ago. After being based in the Big Apple for…
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Jewelry pieces as iconic and as versatile as the kalachuchi

Jewelry pieces as iconic and as versatile as the kalachuchi

After collaborating for the third time with one of Manila’s leading homegrown jewelry brands, Rep. Lucy Torres-Gomez settles on a theme that reminds her of her happy childhood and symbolizes the beauty and strength of her fellow Leyteños. By Alex Y. Vergara For her third collaboration with jewelry company Jul…
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Criselda Lontok’s “endless summer dream”

Criselda Lontok’s “endless summer dream”

In a recent fashion show featuring her latest collection for Rustan’s, the designer tapped a mix of professional models and influential fashion icons known for their beauty, femininity, sophistication and innate style. Gently curving pink-sand beaches as far as the eyes can see, turquoise waters that sparkle like diamonds under…
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Philippe Charriol’s long history with Filipinos

Philippe Charriol’s long history with Filipinos

In 1984, the Rustan Group brought Charriol to the country — the first country in Asia to carry the brand. Since then, Charriol’s cable motif watches and bracelets have become a statement piece among Filipinos, attesting to the brand’s universal appeal and Philippe Charriol’s deep appreciation of culture. Charriol, the…
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When vintage Hollywood, old Shanghai and a sprinkle of pixie dust meet

When vintage Hollywood, old Shanghai and a sprinkle of pixie dust meet

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,…
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