Faces in the crowd

The Gates of Shopping Heaven Open with Hermès’ Re-opening

Committed to excellence in everything they do, beginning with sourcing the finest materials to seeking only most skilled artisans to create their masterpieces, Chief Executive Officer Axel Dumas and Artistic Director Pierre-Alexis Dumas make sure they are always on top of things, both of whom are sixth-generation family members. Their…

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Be SPECS-tacular with new Sunnies Specs!

It’s always sunny in Manila with super hip and trendy — and most importantly pocket friendly — sunglasses and glasses frames brand Sunnies. Business partners and couple Eric Dee Jr., and Bea Soriano-Dee along with cousins Georgina Wilson and Martine Cajucom are the brains and brawn behind the exceedingly popular…

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Good deeds never go unnoticed!

Those blessed with great fortune are also those most capable of giving back. PeopleAsia puts the spotlight on individuals and groups that have taken the opportunity to do good for fellow Filipinos through their art, passions and influence. Save a Seat Kenneth Cobonpue designed six limited-edition chairs used during APEC's…

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BMW Revs Up with the all-new 7 Series

You don't have to be a luxury vehicle expert or car aficionado to appreciate BMW's latest innovation that has finally made its way to Manila. BMW proudly presents the best from its flagship BMW 7 Series. With BMW, luxury isn't limited to sleek silhouettes, fine leather or glossy finishes. It covers…

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If the Shoe Fits

Shoe lovers had the opportunity to discover first-hand the shoemaking process for Italian luxury brand Salvatore Ferragamo’s signature design, the Varina. A master craftsman was flown in from Florence, Italy for an exclusive showcase, The Art of Shoemaking. The shoemaking demonstration kicked off with a private cocktail event at Rustan’s…

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The STARs of SKAL

Photos by FERNAN NEBRES |   SKAL International Makati honored the pillars of the tourism industry during its annual SKAL International Tourism Personality Awards. This year’s ceremonies, held at the grand ballroom of New World Makati Hotel, marked the 25th year of the awards and the 34th founding anniversary of SKAL International…

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Stealing the scene with Blue Steel

The increasingly sought after Dutch watch brand TW Steel has just introduced its newest, most standout timepieces by far. The new collection is hiply named Blue Steel, deliberately bringing to mind the stylish Derek Zoolander, and his equally vogue partner in crime Hansel. TW Steel sponsored a VIP screening of…

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Wine Moment in Time

The 15th Grand Wine Experience was held at The Grand Ballroom of the Marriott Hotel Manila with over 1,700 guests in attendance, surpassing the previous year’s number of attendees. The time was just ripe enough to open the show to an exponentially larger audience, what with a greater number of delicately…

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PUBLISHER’S GALLERY: Julian Ongpin Opens Art Gallery for Young Artists

By BABE ROMUALDEZ | The Ongpin heir apparent, Julian Ongpin, opened the Julian Ongpin Young Artists (JOYA) gallery at Alphaland Makati Place, with celebrities such as Heart Evangelista gracing the launch. The brainchild of Roberto Ongpin’s younger son Julian, the gallery will provide a venue for showcasing the works of…

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Hair to the Throne

Dove Men+Care recently held its Plus Marks the Spot event to launch a new range of hair products, as it introduced the “new kind of man.” And they weren’t just talking testosterone. Staged at the Green Sun along Chino Roces Avenue Extension in Makati City, the event was attended by some of…

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