More than a decade ago, she took a leap of faith and landed firmly in the world of furniture design — a world so bespoke, so genteel, so much bigger than her childhood dream. By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ One seven-piece set made by a team of three in…
Aside from successfully steering the steady growth of Luxuri, a chain of multi-brand stores selling high-end fashion items, Alelee Aguilar-Andanar is steering the resort island of Siargao to a new facet. Together with her husband Martin, she heads a non-profit group that sponsors artists the world over to fly to…
This millennial creative is seeking to use the art of disruption to usher in a new era of public relations, brand building and, on a more personal note, even a bit of self-actualization. By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ When Harry Hartman opened the doors of his namesake agency in…
Education is not just about textbooks and exams, it’s also about instilling hope and fostering resilience by bridging classroom lessons with real-world skills. By Franchesca L. Tuazon FundLife, a Philippine-based nonprofit organization, embodies the above ethos, dedicating itself to empowering the youth from underserved communities. With a mission to create…
The iconic French fragrance house Guerlain opens its first Philippine boutique, inviting visitors to a virtual tour of the Paris’ vibrant and romantic side and a whole new world of elegance and unforgettable scents. By Franchesca L. Tuazon Guerlain stand-alone boutique’s recent opening at Greenbelt 5, Makati, marks a luxurious…
The new scents and other beauty products, which Kathryn showcased recently, are perfect gift ideas, as they embody the spirit of giving and self-love that reflects the Christmas season. Actress Kathryn Bernardo is the new face of Lancôme in the Philippines, as the Parisian beauty powerhouse launches its new holiday…
Featuring the kitchen creations of Waterside’s Alfred Santiago and Kasa Palma’s Aaron Isip, the special “tropical” dinner on November 24 showcases each chef’s distinct style bound by one common element--every dish from starters to the main course is prepared using firewood grill. Yellowtail scad, ube tapioca, dragonfruit aguachile by Chef…
When Lourdes Gutierrez-Alfonso looks at numbers, she cannot help but see stories — stories that she has helped shape, build and grow in the past 34 years, even before she became president of one of the country’s most successful real estate corporations. By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ In the…
From being known in the industry as the “Iron Lady,” Rosemarie Bosch-Ong has since evolved into a “leader with a heart” — as she helped transform Wilcon Depot from a small hardware store chain into a home improvement powerhouse with a nationwide presence over the past 40 years. By FRANCHESCA…
The country’s OG, as far as live entertainment goes continues to cast her spell on stage 40 years on, proving to all and sundry that she continues to reign as the Philippines’ undisputed “Concert Queen.” By ALEX Y. VERGARA Sure, you could be the biggest star in the galaxy today…
