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Hotel101-Fort hosts Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global’s debut edition

Hotel101-Fort welcomes Mr. & Ms. Chinatown Global (MMCG) 2025 candidates from all over the globe as the official residence and diamond partner of the inaugural edition of Mr. and Ms. Chinatown Global, following a partnership agreement between Hotel101 Group and Fil-Chi Media Productions, Inc. (CHiNOY TV). “This collaboration underscores Hotel101…

And the party continues as Okada Manila welcomes the Year of the Snake

Just when you thought everyone is winding down and gearing up for work after the long and extended Christmas and New Year’s holidays, Okada Manila, one of Asia’s premier integrated resorts, is not yet done, as it now welcomes the Year of the Snake with a wealth of 5-star experiences…

COS welcomes the coming Lunar New Year with an exclusive limited-edition collection

COS celebrates the 2025 Lunar New Year and Year of the Snake — symbolizing fresh beginnings, renewal and opportunity — with a campaign centered on new energy and good fortune. The limited-edition collection includes bags, bag charms and a capsule of seasonal ready-to-wear pieces in a refreshing color palette. At…

Vision Express ushers in Dita Lancier’s F/W 2024

Who says style and function shouldn't go hand in hand? Dita Lancier’s Fall-Winter 2024 collection, through Vision Express, makes this possible, as it elevates and redefines the meaning of luxury eyewear. By Franchesca L. Tuazon Now available exclusively at Vision Express, the latest release from the brand merges undeniable craftsmanship…

TUMI opens first “Manifest Concept Design” store in the Philippines at Greenbelt 5

TUMI, one of today’s leading global travel and lifestyle brands, recently opened its new and much bigger Philippine flagship store at Greenbelt 5, Makati, celebrating style, innovation and craftsmanship. A sleek, titanium-colored magnetic wall stands as the centerpiece of TUMI Greenbelt 5 store, highlighting the cutting-edge innovation in luggage design…

How to make Mocha Mousse, Pantone’s “Color of the Year,” work for you

From runways to living rooms, the right color can set the tone for style and comfort, and Pantone’s pick for 2025, a cross between rich and warm chocolate and coffee, is no exception. By Franchesca L. Tuazon Each year, the Pantone Color Institute chooses a shade that embodies the cultural…

Mr. Freeze remains as solid as the ice it sells two decades after it started

This holiday season, despite almost every home in the country owning a refrigerator or two, the demand for ice as Filipinos go on an extended party mode skyrockets to unprecedented heights. They have businessmen like Gerry Santos to thank for keeping their drinks cold, their desserts fresh no matter the…

Randy Lazaro draws inspiration from a tableau of colorful lessons

Every grand arrangement this event stylist creates is so much more than just a display of his artistry. Rather, each one is a virtual canvas that reflects his personal journey and values. By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ and FRANCHESCA L. TUAZON In the world of event styling, where perfection…

Poet Anna Maniego paints colorful worlds

Words find form in this artist and poet's unique artworks. Whether it's past relationships, professional challenges or personal hurdles, every little (or big thing) fuels Anna Maniego's fire as an artist and poet. And take note: she does not only write her feelings. She paints them, too! "I began writing…

From farm to future: Biostar nurtures growth, banners Filipino ingenuity with Meralco Biz

As probiotics gain popularity for their health benefits in both humans and animals, Biostar leveraged this to establish itself as a trusted provider of natural alternatives for animal nutrition. A Laguna-based manufacturer, distributor and importer of veterinary and nutritional products for swine and poultry, Biostar's early focus on probiotics aligned…