Tag: Local Brands

Admit it, the best part about heading out is dressing up. If you have plans of attending a fancy soiree looking fabulous, well, why not complete your look with a gorgeous locally made bag? These little showstoppers not only represent your love

Back in school, we grew up celebrating Buwan ng Wika every August, bringing our parents’ traditional Filipino dishes in plastic Tupperwares to share, and practicing for folk dance performances and declamation contests in dialect, but one of the definitive highlights of the month’s

Tricia Gosingtian's new label Hinhin is pretty much a Studio Ghibli film heroine's basic wardrobe, and that's precisely its singular charm. The newly-launched brand's first collection, dubbed Chapter 1: The Last Girl on Earth, is made up of gossamer, bloom-dusted frocks in

With a branch in nearly every mall across the country, there's no doubt that local label Bayo is well-loved. They're widely known for their affordable dainty basics, ladylike separates, and that oh-so-nostalgic powder-fresh fragrance gently wafting about each store, but now, they've

Fiercely intelligent actress Bela Padilla is chock full of surprises, so it's definitely not beyond her to show up on a gray, rainy Manila day wearing a zesty punch of fruity color. If sweet-sour green apple is your go-to flavor, you'll love

ArteFino, one of Manila's biggest crafts fair for local artisans, is back for yet another year of showcasing the country's finest homegrown brands a.k.a. those set on keeping and upholding the ingenuity of Filipino craftmanship, along with their socially aware and responsible

There are many ways for a brand to be proudly Pinoy, though we have yet to see an approach like Filipinta Beauty's. Being the brainchild of four Filipinas, the new makeup brand aims to fill a gap in the market that champions

Get yourself acquainted with the best local brands through the annual MaArte Fair, a fundraiser event organized by the Museum Foundation of the Philippines (MFPI). It aims to showcase Filipino artistry through fashion, home decor, and even food.This year, the three-day affair is

One of the most exciting things about weddings is the theme, and in recent years, there’s been a resurge of local, Filipiniana-inspired nuptials! Whether you’re attending a wedding soon or planning one yourself, you don’t want to miss this. There’s a new

In a sea of Instagram shoe stores vying for shoppers' attention, Tazanna prefers to keep it simple. Their footwear offerings bear a quiet force anchored on familiar designs and bolstered with expert local craftsmanship. They believe that shoes don't need to choose between comfort

With her big, sunny smile and easy laugh, it's almost a no-brainer to assume that superstar actress Anne Curtis is an open book–and to a certain degree, she is, which is why playing 25 Quick Questions with her in honor of Plains &

Obsessed with the popular K-dramas Healer and Suspicious Partner? If your answer's yes, then you're about to flip. Korean actor Ji Chang Wook is the newest international face of local brand Bench!Ben Chan, the label's CEO himself, posted a teaser on Instagram,

It's all straight out of a Studio Ghibli movie scene, we're telling you. Tricia Gosingtian has just dropped her fashion label called Hinhin, and if you're into gauzy florals and prairie-appropriate chic perfect for frolicking in lavender fields, you'll want to buy everything.Tricia's

Independence day is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate Filipino pride than with stylish yet patriotic dressing, right? If you’re tired of your traditional Filipinianas and you’re more than ready to let go of that one baro’t saya

Get ready for the all new Manila FAME, which is set to open on April 25 and will run until April 27 at the World Trade Center. Its 69th edition puts the spotlight on "Heritage Reimagined." While not entirely groundbreaking, the Department of

If you've had your eye on copping that trendy '90s kid aesthetic that's everywhere these days, Human's Summer 2019 offering is out to make it easy for you to finally dip a toe in. It's your easy access to streetwear cool—throw in

Once you decide to go natural with your skincare, look no further than our vast selection of homegrown brands. You can find everything you need—from basic cleansers to serums and masks! Ahead, we list down local beauty brands we love for achieving that

Just in time for the holidays, local brand ForMe has announced its freshest new face: Adela-Mae Marshall of Asia's Next Top Model Cycle 6! Here, get cozy with the rising star during her very first shoot with the label.“A lot of girls

Heritage brands have been getting their fair share of the fashion limelight in recent seasons. Fashionistas seem to be looking at storied ol’ companies from Goyard to Brooks Brothers to inject gravitas to their wardrobe. In the Philippines, the venerable S.C. Vizcarra

Let us usher you into the space where Human’s alternative lifestyle meets Proudrace’s young, eclectic identity. These two well-loved local brands have come together to create something that's simultaneously unique yet wearable—think risk-taking streetwear that somehow easily makes itself comfortable in your