Tag: Shopping in the Philippines

More and more local brands are making a mark in the fashion industry. With the right amount of drive, a sprinkle of passion, and the will to work hard, the dream is not impossible to reach.Jerald Sze is one of those dreamers.

When Bata Shoes launched in the Philippines in 2016, many were under the impression that the label was homegrown. For one, “bata” is a Filipino word for child; for another, it was local retail giant, SM Retail that brought in the brand.Here,

Tropical shirts aren’t just for dads and titos. This online brand started by a college student traces its beginning from shorts to shirts to a lifestyle. We sit down with the brand’s founder Anton Punzalan, PR officer Romano Santos, and marketing head

Go big or go home. A sure way to get someone’s attention—the right kind of attention—is through accessories that speak volumes. Minimalist earrings have framed our faces the past seasons but surely, there’s nothing quite like a pair of larger-than-life flower earrings

Wearing Filipiniana used to be reserved for formal occasions. Yellowed photos of our lolas in ternos come to mind. But these days, you’ll see more local textiles being incorporated into the current crop of styles available in the market. A woman who

Homegrown fashion label, Bayo, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this 2017. And to commemorate this milestone, the brand has tapped designer Francis Libiran to collaborate on several collections lined up for its silver year. This team-up speaks greatly of a shared desire

Ayala Malls just opened its first commercial development in the heart of Pasig and we’re certainly thrilled. Ayala Malls The 30th—baptized after its official address, 30 Meralco Avenue—offers a warm, intimate neighborhood vibe to the young urbanites of Ortigas, students from the

If like us you've fully embraced the turn of the season—Christmas parties, dreamy weekend getaways, and all sorts of holiday cheer—it's hard not to think about what to wear to all these events that are slowly filling up our social calendars. And

Filipino designer Rafé Totengco may not (yet) be a household name locally but he has a cult following of It girls known to carry his handbags—Olivia Palermo, Elizabeth Hurley, Cynthia Nixon, Laverne Cox, no big deal. But all thanks to Bench, we can

After 20 years in the industry, Singaporean clothing brand, Iora, re-launches with a design overhaul—hipper, sleeker, and chicer—and your non-fussy wardrobe begins right here. We’re talking of staples to mix in with the rest of your closet that essentially can help reduce

We have to admit, our love affair with the off-the-shoulder trend lasted more than we thought it would. But as we welcome a new season, it’s high time to refresh our wardrobe by injecting the another ‘90s comeback trend, the halter top.

We’re still on a high enjoying what the maillot has to offer our sartorial game both at the beach and the city, but in just a few weeks the sad truth is that summer will be over. Once rainy season comes it

There’s a new fashion stylist in town and she’s not charging extra for her services. Introducing Weave, an online fashion retailer that does more than just sell wearable clothes. Built by fashion designers who are aware of what stylish consumers really need,

There are two things that could get a fashion girl’s butt moving: the motivation to get a body to show off that new bikini and new activewear that simply cannot be put to waste. Since buying workout clothes is a surefire way

No closet staple stash would be complete without a black swimmie. It’s the perennial summer piece that absolutely every woman must own in her lifetime—and your high school P.E. swim uniform doesn’t count. If you’ve searched high and low for the perfect

Last week, we released a list of shoe trends to sport this 2016. The first on the roster were ogle-worthy designer sneakers we all would oh-so-love to have. While it's true that e-commerce sites like net-a-porter.com and Luisaviaroma.com carry more designer kicks

While there will always be shoe closet staples such as white sneaks and basic pumps, don’t you think you’ll have happier feet when you’re on trend? Turning to the Spring 2016 runways, herewith are five shoe trends that will definitely add the

Every fashion girl knows that January and July are the two best months for shopping when you're on a budget. If you don’t mind fighting for that last pair of white sneakers (which happens to be your size, sold at 50%off!) with five

Last night, Star Wars fanatics and curious beings alike all trekked to the cinemas to catch the highly-anticipated premier of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. If your social media feed is now flooded with unsolicited spoilers and movie reviews, or if you

Just in time for Christmas, Stores Specialist, Inc. brings in a treat for all the ladies: Charming Charlie, a one stop accessory shop from the US makes a home in Manila to provide Filipinas their fill of color, sparkle, and charm. Carrying a