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The fashion industry has lost one of its champions. Sandy Higgins, co-director of Slim’s Fashion and Arts School, passed away yesterday after privately battling an illness for 2 years. The school is widely known for its notable alumni that includes Joe Salazar,

As secretary of the Department of Tourism, one may expect Berna Romulo Puyat to naturally promote all things proudly Filipino, from provincial delicacies to offbeat destinations. Having once been appointed undersecretary for special concerns at the Department of Agriculture, Berna has long

This year's Red Charity Gala is extra special. For one, 10 of the best Filipino designers have come together to share one stage. The "First Ten" honorees of Red Charity Gala—Lesley Mobo, Chito Vijandre, Ezra Santos, Furne Amato, Joey Samson, Rajo Laurel,

The Red Charity Gala brings 10 of the best Filipino designers to share one stage. On their 11th year, the philanthropic annual event will gather their past 10 honorees in a fashion show aptlty called  "The First Ten." Red Charity Gala founders Tessa Prieto-Valdes

"It is an identity. The abel is usually for special occasions when made into clothing, like ceremonial apparel,” says Abra Governor Joy Bernos of her province’s weave, a practice echoed for the most part throughout modern Philippines, each region bearing something of

Planning a wedding is a gargantuan task with many details that need to be ironed out. As a bride-to-be, one of the first things you need to decide on is your wedding gown. But with a sea of designers and off-the-rack options

Joey Samson is known for his unique, impeccable workmanship when it comes to designing suits. He is never restricted by the rules, often resulting in deconstructed pieces worthy of art. Still, his work is beyond that, as evidently seen in his Spring

“One thing I always ask first-time clients is, ‘Are you familiar with my body of work?’” It’s a simple question and one most fashion designers probably ask, but it’s a question that, especially in Joey Samson’s case, merits a thoughtful answer.Because if

Joey Samson's collection breathes a new life to menswear as he tailors each piece to fit for both men and women. With a muted palette, Joey focuses on cuts and silhouettes of his collection that are ultra chic and contemporary.See his full

Once in a while, a creation by a Filipino fashion designer gets international approval. A Hollywood star dons a gown by a Filipino on the red carpet, a handcrafted minaudière by a Filipino brand appears on the cover of a glossy with

Walking into the lobby of The Manila Peninsula is a grand experience enough, but imagine walking in with a party in full swing—live music from a band floating down from the mezzanine balcony, a room full of people in their black-tie best,

The local fashion industry has been continuously thriving this year with designers becoming more accessible to a wider market with the help of e-commerce and collectives like the Soma Stores. Here, we give you a roundup of some of the most sought-after

From last year’s sports-inspired loungewear to this year’s play of stripes and plaid, Joey Samson’s collections somehow always speak to our current mood. At last night’s show, he gave us cropped jackets and midriff shirts for the boys and pleated culottes and

Girls like Heart Evangelista—gorgeous face, hot bod, confident, and overall beautiful—look good in whatever, wherever. But on her second year of attending the President’s State of the Nation Address as Senator Chiz Escudero’s plus one, we’re seeing that she's been hitting the

Think Mondays are too early to get the champagne bottles popping? We think not. Expect editors, stylists, celebrities, and socialites to flock under one roof when it’s Lulu Tan-Gan, Dennis Lustico, Cesar Gaupo, and Joey Samson who’s hosting. The foursome brings back Salon

Nothing like a great show to kick start the week, no? Count on designers Lulu Tan-Gan, Dennis Lustico, Cesar Gaupo, and Joey Samson to deliver an evening filled with amazing clothes. Bringing back the salon tradition that set the foundations of couture

The evening opened with a flash of drama. As the lights dimmed, a single spotlight shone on the catwalk. As one model stepped forward, she pulled on an invisible string and in the wake of her updo flowed a waterfall of bouncy,

We listed down 2013's top and memorable newsmakers in both the fashion and beauty circuits, and you picked the best of the best. Your vote has spoken; now here are the winners of Style Bible's Best of 2013.Launch the gallery to find