Point of Shoot

Shooting day.  Last week, the team had two major shoots one was for men's shoes and the other was for ladies bags at the Elite Studios in A. Venue, Makati. We had quite a big group and decided to take snaps of everyone since the author hasn't logged in an outfit entry for quite awhile.  There were new faces in the team and they easily blended well with everyone.  It was hard stuff and fun as usual but despite the long hours at the end of the shoot we still had a smile on our faces.  There maybe a bit of a struggle here and there, but it never felt like stress--everyone gives extra room for patience.  The goal is to produce the best creative output to meet the requirement and with this the mantra is always "All for one and one for all". Work never feels like work if you love what you're doing and you're in the company of family.

Alyssa Lapid wearing a vintage polo, shorts by H & M, belt by Forever 21,heels by
Charles and Keith and bag from China. 

Jaja Bolos wearing a top, skirt, shoes and accessories all by Jhajing Fashion,
 watch by Franchi Menotti and bag by Louis Vuitton.

K Miranda wearing a blazer from Cebu, vintage top,belt and bag, shoes by Cole Haan
and jeans by RL Jeans. 

Hannah de la Paz wearing a top from Bangkok, blazer by Zara, shorts and accessories
by Forever 21, shoes from Hongkong and bag by Chanel.

Slegna Coo wearing a navy blazer by Tomato, white tank, red skirt and belt all
by Forever 21, heels by Aldo and bag by Longchamp.

Associate stylist Mikka Velasquez wearing a printed top by Forever 21, custom
made pants, earrings by Aldo, bangle by Tory Burch and wedges by So Fab.

Adfolio's Lora Gabuna Antenor wearing a dress by Zara, scarf by Muji, shoes by
Tory Burch and bag by Longchamp.

Hair stylist Jaime Sy wearing a printed top by People Are People, pants by
Penshoppe, watch by Jeremy Scott for Swatch and shoes by Puma.

Max Factor's Creative Director Bobby Carlos wearing shirt and shorts both by Topman,
cardigan by Oxygen, shoes by Opening ceremony and bag by Louis Vuitton.

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SM's Rina Lacia Bugayong wearing striped tee by Muji, pants by Marks & Spencer,
 flats by Scoop, watch by Technomarine and bag by Kenneth Cole.

Sm's Ricci del Rosario wearing a top by Folded & Hung, shorts and scarf both by SM,
 watch by Aldo and shoes by Kickers.

Senior Associate stylist Reg Rodriguez wearing a top from a bazaar, printed
patchwork pants from Al Devinco and wedges by Parisian.

Adfolio's May Sta. Ana wearing a top from Bangkok, pants by Her Bench, watch by
Tomato, flats by Ipanema and bag By Burberry.

Fashion Photographer Nico Villegas wearing a jacket by Team Manila, top by Affliction,
pants by Pepe Jeans and shoes by Vans. 

Associate stylist Rudolph Leonor wearing pants by Oxygen, top and shoes both
 by Zara, watch by Swatch and bag by Marc by Marc Jacobs. 

Associate stylist Donna Gonzales Lim wearing a top from Hongkong, printed
patchwork pants from Al Devinco, scarf by Mphosis and shoes by Ichigo.

Fatima Rabago in action.

Male attraction. 

Drew Rivera a.k.a Pierre Roxas.

The next generation of stylists.

The author wearing top by Eairth, printed patchwork pants by Al Devinco, scarf by Zara,
 glasses from Firma and shoes by Opening Ceremony.

Creative Concept

The local fashion retail scene is overloaded by brands and labels from A-Z bringing style to everyone.  But a little more than a handful are conceptual in nature and the majority are more commercial in appeal.  Though the general maybe an overcrowded room, there are the brave few who firmly present an interesting idea, a unusual concept or even a contemporary lifestyle.--check out the new player in the retail scene who just might get your much needed style attention--Fish18.

FISH 18 is located at the Northwing at SM City Cebu and The Block in SM North Edsa. For inquiries, you can reach Sales Manager, Jenny T. Godin at telephone number 032.346.5543 local 116, mobile number 0917.549.6587 or via e-mail at jtg@loalde.com.  or Visit www.fish18.com. 

Free Style

Fashion individuality is the current mantra of style for almost a decade now. With so many trends out there, the variety of looks available to all is overflowing.  Each season highlights, several to choose from without restrictions and one can simply enjoy dressing up just the way they are. Marlboro Classics Women’s and Men's Fall Winter 2011 Collection is all about style in its freedom of expression.  The brand presents a wardrobe full of practical key pieces in a an interesting display of modern fabrications.  Undoubtedly, the statement focuses on the sense of appreciation for the original function of clothes.  Nothing to frilly or fancy, simplicity is the new identity designed and recreated with contemporary materials, silhouettes and forms.  Setting the distinctive mood is a color palettes of subdued tones that reflect the brand's style authenticity. Marlboro Classic is fashioning freedom of expression in urbanwear with the spirit of the American Dream. 

In the Philippines, Marlboro Classics is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Shangri-La Plaza Mall, SM Megamall, Glorietta 4, and Robinson’s Place Malate.

Fashion Ball

Something big is brewing up in the Philippine fashion scene.  Three weeks from now a major event will unfold in one of the most prestigious five star hotels in the country.  A by invitation gathering to maybe one of the biggest industry moments in the world of Philippine fashion and style.  Where stalwarts, style-setters, ingenues, designers, models, editors, journalists, makeup and hair artists, stylists and photographers celebrate a night of fearless fun...

Talk of the Town

What's the latest talk of the town?  The current buzz is the ‘Speak Easy’ movement presented in the AW11 Original Penguin campaign. Inspired by the art of conversation, the collection goes back to the origins of Original Penguin when simplicity and straight forward communication was the standard.  The idea is to bring everything back to basics in a time where the fashion of things were more relaxed and personal.Original Penguin’s A/W 11 collection revives quality and heritage with a modern take on classic menswear looks from the rich Original Penguin archive.
The Autumn/Winter offers strong shapes and rich tones accentuated by high quality construction which is a staple the brand is quite known for.  Knitwear comes in casual vintage and modern styles, double breasted cardigans and basic crewneck jumpers. The new outerwear comes in a fusion of styles seen in wool varsity and puffer jakcets, pea-coats and a range of single breasted jackets.  Chinos and cords make a strong presence in the current collection in a range of the season's trendy hues executed in slim styles and modern carrot fit.  Breaking the news is the launching of the brand's four piece denim collection in four distinctions--Heritage, Rogue, Rockabilly and Pioneer.  These four looks are designed to cater to men of different personalities.  Original Penguin is all about the basics of style without all the fuss and frills bringing forth to our everyday wardrobe forever pieces that stand the test of time.