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Christmas countdown shines and sparkles at Crimson Filinvest Hotel

The hotel’s annual tradition was graced by corporate partners, local community, media and representatives from partner organizations for Crimson Hotel’s CSR program. The tree lighting was led by Crimson Hotel Filinvest General Manager Gerhard Doll and joined by Muntinlupa City Congressman Ruffy Biazon, Chroma Hospitality executives such as Country Manager…

Cherry Mobile partners with Heart Evangelista for its 10th anniversary

Just in time for Cherry Mobile’s 10th anniversary, the local mobile brand recently unveiled the Love Marie Collection by Cherry—an exclusive collaboration with one of the most sought-after fashion icon and visual artist Heart Evangelista. “I’m so thrilled to have worked with Cherry Mobile and be part of their family…

TV’s Golden Boy gets a resounding yes

There's an old Filipino saying that goes like this: "No matter how long (or arduous) the procession is, chances are, it would end sooner or later in church." And so it was for long-time celebrity sweethearts Matteo Guidicelli and Sarah Geronimo. The pair, who first publicly confirmed their relationship in…

John Gokongwei Jr., industrialist, philanthropist and wide-eyed optimist

John L. Gokongwei, Jr., founder and chairman emeritus of JG Summit, whose business interests include air transportation, retail, real estate, tourism, food and beverage, banking, publishing and petrochemicals, died last November 9 at the age of 93. Said to be the third richest man in the Philippines, Gokongwei had a…

Tesoros features Malu and Letlet Veloso’s dreamy Filipiniana ensembles

As Tesoros, The Philippines in a Store, marks its 75th year in 2020, the iconic establishment welcomes another noted Filipino brand, Veloso by Malu & Letlet. The partnership was featured recently in the 15th edition of Tesoros' Disenyo at Talento Talks at Tesoros' flagship store at 1016 Arnaiz Avenue Makati…

When serendipity and passion meet

By Romy Sia Wine Story is a story of serendipity. I wouldn’t have discovered my passion for wine in general and obsession for Bordeaux wine in particular had I not read the "Billionaire’s Vinegar." And Wine Story would not have existed. It was March 2009, during my annual trip to Anaheim,…

Style Fest PH 2019 brings young local designers at the forefront

Now in its second year, Style Fest PH, a collaboration project of 0917 Lifestyle and SAGA events, is back to celebrate and cultivate Filipino creativity and craftsmanship through a series of fashion events. “Globe Telecom, through 0917 Lifestyle, has always been supportive in the development of the country’s fashion industry—its…

“Walk-Through” fashion event kicks into high gear at Ayala Malls Circuit

The “Walk-Through” is Fashion Revolution Philippines’ first artist collaboration "activation," wherein global fashion industry issues are communicated through creative media. This project seeks to take the conversation on sustainable fashion further, exploring in unexpected ways the delicate web of the industry that we currently find ourselves embedded in. The project…

The ‘Beatles’ are coming for The Estate Makati

SMDC and Federal Land, Inc. are celebrating what is quintessentially British by hosting an exclusive one night-only performance like no other. The two biggest real estate developers in the country have flown in stars from the revamped production of "Let It Be: A Celebration of the Music of the Beatles" from London’s…

Seeing Red

If there was one takeaway the 10 participating Red Charity Gala designers probably reached or were again reminded of after the show, it’s never to compare yourself with others. Otherwise, you’d likely end up losing your way as a designer by producing pieces that are far removed from who you…