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Tessera introduces fool-proof way of certifying its diamonds

A kiss on the hand may be quite continental, but at Tessera, an IGI certificate is still a diamond owner’s best friend. Tessera's pieces come with an IGI certificate Tessera Jewelry recently launched its holiday pop-up store at Greenbelt 5, Makati City to showcase its latest diamond collection. Moreover, each…

Randy Ortiz: When local turns global

By ALEX Y. VERGARA Photography by MAU AGUASIN Art direction by DEXTER FRANCIS DE VERA To mark his 35th year in the fashion biz, one of the country’s leading designers will stage a milestone show on Nov. 16 that marries Pinoy heritage and traditions with Western sensibilities. The event is…

Rustan’s gears up for the holidays with all things merry and bright

Find everything you need for yourself and for your loved ones this Christmas from the country’s authority in luxury shopping. As far as Yuletide retail therapy goes, perhaps no one knows Christmas better than Rustan’s. This Christmas season, Rustan's continues to elevate its decades-long commitment to customers by giving them…

Robbie Santos turns ‘seven’ with 84-look runway show

By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ From provocative mesh pants to frilly dresses and trench coats, all the way up to elaborate gowns and tailored men’s suits, there certainly was no shortage of drama in Robbie Santos’ seventh anniversary fashion show for homegrown label Septième Rebelle. Designer Robbie Santos for…

Before you turn 40, turn to science

Life may begin at 40 but your anti-aging and skincare routine should start way before you hit the magic number. The new firming power duo from Clarins Continuously updated using the latest insights and innovations for over 40 years, Clarins’ Extra-Firming line perfectly demonstrates the French beauty brand’s expertise in…

Max Mara Greenbelt celebrates Teddy Bear Coat’s 10th anniversary

The Max Mara Teddy Bear Coat, which turned a decade young this year, was undoubtedly the center of attention during a soiree held at the Italian fashion label's Greenbelt store in Makati City. Max Mara's Alou Koa (second from left) with AC Legarda, Mariana Zobel de Ayala, Mae Garcia and…

HABI’s first post-pandemic market fair promises to be group’s biggest

Slated from Oct. 13 to 15 at the Glorietta and Palm Drive Activity Center, this year’s three-day event features not only handwoven textiles, ready-to-wear clothing, and items for the home. The advocacy group has also lined up several activities for the public, including a book launching, textile-slash-art exhibit by artist…

Afternoon tea inspired by Raffles and Swarovski’s timeless elegance, attention to details

The ongoing invitation at Raffles Makati features such exclusive delicacies as the green mango tart with sea grapes, seared tuna with mango cilantro salsa and desserts like the crystal glazed raspberry, white wine coconut spritzer and crystal-inspired praline. It also includes the classic and apple scones, and a choice of…

American baseball-inspired South Korean streetwear brand expands presence in PH

After opening its first store at SM Mall of Asia, MLB, that's Major League Baseball to the uniniated, through its exclusive local representative and distributor Suyen Corp., recently opened its second store in the country at SM Aura. From shirts, jackets, sweaters, pants to bags, caps and sneakers splashed with…

Anne Hathaway partners with leading Japanese skincare brand

Through its Shiseido’s Vital Perfection line, it aims to declare to women all over the world that “potential has no age.” Anne Hathaway during the line's global launch in Tokyo (Photo by Taylor Jewell) Even a globally recognized star and classic beauty needs a little help to bring out her…