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…

By Alex Y. Vergara Mark Bumgarner’s debut collection as an RTW designer, including accessories such as bags, shoes and jewelry pieces, shared the ramp with Kashieca’s latest collection worn by some of the country’s most iconic models on Day Two of the recently concluded Bench Fashion Week Spring-Summer 2019 at…

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…

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…

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…

STR8 and iface Inc. announce the arrival in the Philippines of the new STR8 Fragrance Collection. Featuring National Basketball Association (NBA) superstar and STR8 global ambassador Giannis Antetokounmpo, the men's fragrance collection will have its first launch in this part of the world. STR8, which is a popular men’s fragrance…

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,…

As Mickey Mouse celebrates his 90th birthday, the Walt Disney Company Philippines and World Balance collaborate on a limited edition collection. Fans of all ages can unite for their mutual love of the iconic cartoon mouse with “Disney | World Balance Collection.” “Year after year, World Balance has pushed to…