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Year in and year out, one of the most looked forward to events in the Miss Universe Philippines competition is the National Costume presentation. Don't think it's just about pretty garments and over-the-top headdresses though. The segment proves to be a buffet

Who doesn't love going to weddings? Apart from the peerless joy of witnessing the couple's big day, there's also the excitment of the reception, (and finding out what's on the menu!); the promise of a reunion with old and new friends; and,

“Every time a creative in our country goes out on that global platform, you must represent your country the best way you possibly can," the Filipino fashion designer and nationalist Rajo Laurel says when questioned about the creative process behind his craft to

The 32nd Olympics finally kicked off yesterday, July 23! Given the unfathomable preparation that goes behind each Olympics run, it was poignant to see it come into fruition once and for all, after the pandemic crushingly forced its postponement last year. True, this year's

Make no mistake—not all celebrities go the lavish route when dressing for their nuptials. We've seen decadent, jaw-droppingly ornate gowns like the Michael Cinco creations donned by Marian Rivera and Dra. Vicki Belo for their fairytale weddings, but, rest assured, there's certainly an

In case you missed it, Alex Gonzaga is officially a married woman! While an intimate wedding meant a limited guest list and a less lavish celebration as she tied the knot with her dashing groom Mikee Morada, mind you, it certainly did

Fashion always evolves over time. Now that we’ve entered general community quarantine, the way we dress won’t be what it used to be. Protection, healthy, and safety, will be the top priorities when selecting what clothes to wear outside. This is where

Live-streamed runway shows aren’t anything new, but what Rajo Laurel presented earlier tonight wasn’t just a live runway show—it was a virtual one. As the country has never witnessed anything of its kind before, we were all on our toes anticipating what

UPDATE: With the help of Infectious Diseases Specialist Dr. Jesus Julio Ancheta of The Medical City Sta. Rosa Laguna, Vice President Leni Robredo and fashion designer Mich Dulce have identified that the ideal, recommended material for PPE suits is taffeta SBL. The doctor also

Sarah Geronimo's recent megawatt, Araneta Coliseum-staged concert with Regine Velasquez, titled Unified, wasn't only an evening of seriously powerhouse vocals—it was also an excellent night for showcasing proudly Filipino-made glitz and glamour. Styled by none other than Liz Uy and her prolific

Hear us out: Buying a designer piece is almost the same as investing. You shell out big bucks for quality threads that will last you long and can be worn on more than one occasion. But at the mention of the word

Jane De Leon, A.K.A the new Darna made everyone swoon over her captivating face at this year's Red Charity Gala. The 20-year-old actress was spotted all dressed up for the ball—in a shimmering gold Rajo Laurel gown, no less.But zoom in a

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

Showstopping—there's no other word to best describe House of Laurel's crazily intricate creations for fabulous Filipino drag queen Bombalicious Eklaver at RuPaul's DragCon 2019 in New York. And the pair of ensembles certainly had jaws hitting the floor!Here, we pause for a

The annual ABS-CBN Ball, previously referred to as the Star Magic Ball, is right around the corner! In anticipation for this year's star-studded event, allow us to take a fashionable walk down memory lane. Below, let's take a look at some of the

Few childhood fashion moments cling to our memories like the image of Sleeping Beauty's Princess Aurora swirling around the castle ballroom in her color-changing dress. Much more than Prince Charming, it was that fairytale frock that was the absolute stuff of dreams!It's still the

As one of the most successful designers in the Philippine fashion industry, Rajo Laurel is nothing short of a celebrity. On top of high-profile collaborations and business ventures, the famed designer is definitely a man about town. Yet he manages to successfully

The best and brightest stars lucky enough to make it to this year’s prestigious Met Gala guest list have flocked to the Metropolitan Museums of the Arts for the annual fundraising event. While there’s no denying that the red carpet alone is always

Because of the Met Gala, under the watchful eye of American Vogue editor-in-chief and Condé Nast artistic director Anna Wintour, the first Monday of May has become one of the more exciting fixtures on the fashion calendar. It has proven to be

Rajo Laurel recently launched his Spring 2019 collection entitled 1990. His new offerings for his fashion lines, Rajo! and House of Laurel, are united under the same theme, which the local designer has translated into easy pieces reminiscent of '90s minimalist silhouettes.But as Rajo rides