In Power

The 21st century is the age of women empowerment.  Where stereotypes of the past have evolved into new forms and individuality has surfaced into contemporary fashion and urban lifestyle.  The concept of femininity rises and is re-established with an equal seat in power transcending into the industries of today's culture and society. Strength of character echoes a new meaning into modern identities and transcends from workforce to the home and even to a more personal aspect-manner of dressing.  In the past seasons, from clothes to accessories(such as bags, shoes etc), the change has been evidently symbolized by global fashion trending.  Today, even the most precious world of jewelry is channeling the seat of power.
Misaki( a pearl jewelry brand recognized and distributed in more than 100 countries all over the world) introduces its latest collection “Urban Amazon”.  Empowering and modernizing the classic pearl, the collection mirrors and celebrates the personality of  women in the 21st Century who are fearless, sexy, stylish, independent and successful.  Artfully designed and masterfully created by in-house European designers, feminine power rules in arresting strands, striking rings and impeccable sophisticated pieces. Strength is in the freedom of every self-expression for a woman and in essence giving a new philosophy to the pearl.  

Misaki is exclusively available at Rustan’s Makati and Shangri-la Plaza.

Color Coded

After more than a week of rain the sun is finally out and despite the gloomy weather, the past season's color trending is here to stay.  From summer brights, the new color coding comes in bold jewel like and daring shades that will surely make an impact.  Hot hues have been spotted in the Autumn-Winter 2011 international runways Prada, Haider Ackermann, Balenciaga, Givenchy, Chloe, Versace, Jill Sander, Hermes, Michael Kors, Giambatissta Valli in a seemingly optimistic direction in highlighting up our wardrobes.  The latest in modern elements of style such as bags and shoes are adopting the trendy brights under control. Note that last season's eye-popping sensations have been toned down and is walking tall with the most alluring combinations. Exquisite colors are marking the new standard with elegant creations moving local fashion forward.  Embrace the new season with a new palette of haute style and step into the fabulous mood of the months to come with the up to date colors of glamour.

Photography by Nico Villegas, Styling by Luis Espiritu, makeup by Bobby Carlos, Hair styling by Jaime Sy, styling associates Reg Rodriguez, Donna Gonzales Lim, Mikka Velasquez and Rudolph Leonor, modeled by Fatimo Rabago.  Shoes and bags are available in all SM Department Stores nationwide.  

No Ordinary Circus

Style is in a world full of theatrics.  The mesmerizing appeal of fashion has enthralled purveyors of taste and the most discriminating eyes of industry insiders.  Their innate sense of discernment in handpicking the "now and next" is like being captivated by a wonderful showcase of outstanding pieces that leaves one to their vivid imagination. Inspired by the grandeur and theatrical allure of the French Circus, Lancel's Fall-Winter 2011 Collection presents a magical reinvention of classics bags for women.  The "new" must-have comes with modern construction and detailing,  luxurious materials, and with a strong color statement palette that will surely bring to the center of the trendsetting ring some excitement this season. Bucket bags in bright and rainbow colors and black and white multicolor add a punch to one's ordinary ensemble. Illusion transforms into reality with prized possession in exotic skins such as frog leather and rooster skin that both come with satin lining are perfect from coffee tables to cocktails as one becomes the center of attraction. L’Adjani bags(inspired by Isabella Adjani)  designed in Victoria Falls leather or calfskin with crocodile pattern hit the spotlight in colors like black, moka, violet, magic blue, red, and ink green.  The circus is coming to town via Lancel's latest everyday style companions creating a practical statement of both function and form beyond ordinary bag amusement.  

                                            

The Lancel New Collection will be available starting August 2011 at the Lancel Boutique in Shangri-la Plaza.

Some like it Hot!

Classics like denim begins to sizzle Manila despite the drizzling rain and passing storms. The hottest and meanest jeans in town have been JUST DELIVERED by SM Men's Fashion.  The latest cut, detailing and coolest shades in denim is giving the cool weather its much needed heat.  Top brands such as Levi's, Lee, Jag, Markus, Tribal, Hibaler, V+, Von Dutch, Wrangler, Dickies, ECO and Baleno present exclusive collections for haute men to choose from.  Bold with a refreshing perspective, classic jeans is definitely without a doubt bringing sexy back. Denim fashion dares to bare the modern man with a stylish cool look that's never been this hot. The JUST DELIVERED JEANS campaign and promo is on until September 30, 2011.  Grab a pair now!!!

August 2011 Magazine Covers in the Philippines

Style is making a chic downpour in the local fashion landscape as they fill the glossies with refreshing and trendsetting ideas.  Celebrate the rainy reason in fearless and forward fashion as we present the August 2011 magazine cover line up in the Philippines.  

Style icon Gretchen Barretto in Prada AW 11.

Award winning dramatic actress Iza Calzado.

Elle magazine's Style Icon Emma Watson.

Actress Bea Alonzo.

In the blood.  Aspiring actresses and TV Host/Personalities Belle Daza and Georgina Wilson.

Can't get enough of Gossip Girl's Lieghton Meester.

Young dramatic actor Jason Abalos.

Chic Androgyny with actress Maricar Reyes. 

First Filipina Supermodel of the World Winner Danica Magpantay.

In the Mood with Nina Jose. 

Manila's own Rachel Zoe, celebrity stylist Liz Uy. 

Wedding Essentials. 

Athletic perfection. Monica Torres.

Young superstar Judy Ann Santos.

Ultimate sexy TV personality Sam Pinto.

Success story Pinoy Big Brother winner Melai Cantiveros.

Getting the speed, young actress Maja Salvador.

Award winning actress and icon Cherie Gil.

Cassie's comeback.

Fashion and art attack.

Power Sparks with master chef Gaita Fores.

Cosmopolitan beauty!  Actress Angelica Panganiban.

Beyond temptation island, actress Lovi Poe.

Ubermodel Sarah Meier rules. 

This month's popular cover girl, actress Maricar Reyes.

Striking beauty! TV Personality Claudine Trillo.