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Samantha Panlilio, woman who wears many hats, is poised to take on a new one

The former Binibining Pilipinas Grand International titleholder and heiress to the Panlilio business empire is about to take her passion for public service to the next level. By JOYCE A. RAMIREZ Samantha Panlilio is not your average girl. At 28 years old, she’s already a top company official and a…

Will Chelsea Manalo be the country’s fifth Miss Universe?

As the first black Filipino-American to represent the Philippines at Miss Universe, this lass from Bulacan is shattering stereotypes and breaking the mold in a beauty pageant-crazy country. Once again, the entire nation watches with bated breath as all eyes are on her as she competes for the crown in…

Judy Abalos is living proof of education’s transformative power

A successful entrepreneur who has made a name for herself by building, leasing, selling and even designing real estate properties, Judy Miranda Abalos encourages people from every generation to remain optimistic, proactive and resilient in pursuing their dreams. She also loves to emphasize the value of education and a curious…

Katrina Blanca de Leon’s genteelhome offers some of the best bespoke furniture pieces

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…

Entrepreneur, advocate and aspiring public servant Alelee Aguilar-Andanar on the art of giving back

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…

Harry Hartman’s eponymous communications agency is poised to disrupt the system

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…

FundLife’s mission to empower Filipino youth beyond the classroom’s four walls continues

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…

Guerlain’s Greenbelt 5 boutique brings an air of Parisian romance and panache to Manila

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…

Lancôme ambassador Kathryn Bernardo unveils gift collection

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…

Solaire holds one-night-only four-course dinner cooked by celebrated Filipino chefs

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…