Beauty Bank: Kryolan Anniversary Promo
It's one thing to be a make-up junkie but when we're talking about freebies, now that's a whole new addiction. However feeble, measly or oftentimes, in shades we'd probably never use, we always find ourselves unconsciously shelving out, just to win that illusive goody bag.
As Kryolan celebrates its first year anniversary in the Philippines, the top German-pioneer cosmetic brand showers some love with fantastic loots for its beauty devotees!
Q+A: Tracy Dizon (PH)
Today’s exclusive interview is with fashion designer and stylist, Tracy Dizon. From a young age, she has had an appreciation for fashion and quality clothing. She has translated that appreciation along with her creativity into hip clothing designs. Her clothes, much like the artist herself, are equal parts punk rock power and fairy-tale girliness. She takes her ability to mix and match colours and prints to a whole new level. See what Tracy had to say about her new collection, her inspirations, and her Project Runway Philippines experience.
Fashionistas For Hire! (PH)
Are you the chosen ones?
Summer 2010 heats up the lives of 10 lucky career-driven fashionistas who wanna look fierce while making some extra dough! You in? Read on!
Blog Shop: Step Sisters (PH)
Sex & the City's Carrie Bradshaw once said, "One must sacrifice comfort for fashion.." I am a firm believer of this blister-filled anecdote. As a self-professed shoe addict, killer heels and I are like a fly to a flame. I just can't resist the urge to oftentimes, strut in fierce agony to satisfy my shoe fetish. Then age kicks in, that no amount of candy bars or revolutionary cushioned soles can win the fight for comfort. So you busy commuters, stylistas on the run or late-night party animals, this is one sweet remedy minus the empty calories.... the Footsie Roll - shoes that fits into your bag to take with you wherever in case your feet can't take it in those stilettos you're wearing now!
Prps Jeans in Manila (PH)
"Bruised, never broken..."
This is not the distress call of a broken hearted gal. Instead, it is the resiliently witty, brand motto of New York-based luxury denim brand, Prps, who has just made its way to my shores.
Playing Stylist: Garden Fête
Last week, UP ACTS (University of the Philippines Association of Clothing Technology Students), my organization in school, had an exhibit at Palma Hall. Click to see the photos from our exhibit.
Blog Savvy: Toxic Disco Boy (PH)
A rising star among Filipino style bloggers, Manila’s Mikhael Magallanes presents some of the city’s eclectic style. On Toxic Disco Boy, he showcases his ability to combine thrift finds and DIYs with high street brands from the likes of Comme des Garçons.
Q+A: Gelo Arucan (PH)
20-year-old Multimedia Arts student Gelo Arucan is undeniably not afraid to push the boundaries and go for some amazement value. This self-confessed eyewear addict delights in style and color, and he turns his outfits into sublime endeavors that are wearable and totally his own. He has a cool attitude and isn’t afraid to go after what he wants - all the while looking absolutely fierce! As Gelo shows time and time again, one need not break the bank to create a memorable impact amongst people.
Blog Savvy: Noelle Chantal (PH)
Noelle Chantal Roquero's fusion of constant outfit experimentation, fresh case of lace fever, youthful enterprises leaves you all the reason to be addicted to her namesake blog.
Team Manila X I LOVE YOU Collab (PH)
By: Liz Anne Bautista
Team Manila is no stranger to collaborations. For the past years, the graphic designed lifestyle store has collaborated with record labels, music productions, bands, Ako Mismo and Unicef to name a few. Recently, last December to be exact, Team Manila goes couture with an inspired collaboration with fashion boutique, I Love You. The launch took place accordingly in Future, the bar located in I Love You's lower floor.
Q+A: Kookie Buhain (PH)
Kookie Buhain a.k.a deathbyplatforms is one of my favorite Chictopians because she demonstrates style know-hows and that anyone can look like a model-off-duty, even on a budget. She makes the fashion world swoon over her clean-cut lines, monochrome chic and artistic flair. Her tendency to tie up tailored menswear items with femine body-con dresses and accessories show an innate and impressive understanding of fashion. Surely, this Chictopia style icon has successfully found a platform for expressing her personal style. Take a look at what this stylista had to say.
Q+A: Dennis Robles (PH)
Dennis Robles definitely is someone to standout in a crowd. With his edgy, yet experimental urban style, it’s impossible not to notice him. Hailing from the Philippines, this too-cool for words bag genie and shoe addict has quickly become one of the most followed individuals on Lookbook.nu for fashionistas. He has this otherworldly elegance that’s quite luxurious. He certainly is not afraid of breaking the fashion rules and has a way of mixing prints and colors, whilst still looking unique and stylish. He was kind enough to grant TiC an interview, giving us more insight on his fashion preferences. Read on to learn more about him!
Q+A: Lissa Kahayon (PH)
I do not like to unveil it, but occasionally I am so rapt by someone’s style that I can’t help but ogle. Chictopian Lissa Kahayon, would most likely bring me to a halt! Lissa is an expert of versatility. She can look like a rockstar in leather jacket or don a sweet, coquettish dress. From Manila, Philippines, this tremendously stylish Love Vintage store owner absolutely has a vivacious spirit that shines no matter what she wears. Read on to learn more about her!
Blog Shop: Swank Clothing (PH)
In my search for wonderful new shopping haunts, I came across Swank Clothing, an online store which attracts both the fresh and feminine girl-next-door and the uninhibited rocker chick. They offer valiant, graphic prints and urban casual clothing that can make any lady feel youthful and at the same time look like one tough cookie.
Q+A: Karl Leuterio (PH)
Chictopian Karl Leuterio has caught my attention over the past year with his personal passion for fashion. Karl finds style inspiration from the fashion blogosphere, and is certainly giving back some inspiration of his own with his innovative and exceptional style. I like how he makes high fashion trends more achievable by assimilating bargain finds and DIY pieces into his ensembles. Read on to discover more about this nurse-slash-fashion aficionado from Manila!
WindowShopBlog: Coexist (PH)
Need a stylish new outfit although you can’t find anything at your usual shopping haunt? If you’ve done the rounds of Manila’s chicest websites and still can't find anything that wedged your desire, then check out Coexist. Conceptualized by Camille and Charlotte Co, this online store caters to all fashionistas looking for what’s spanking new and hip, style-wise!
Playing Stylist: Ruffles
For this week's Playing Stylist post, I decided to try the sweetest trend in fashion - ruffles! Here's how I styled the lightweight dress - with cascading ruffles around the neck - that I got from Platinum Fashion Mall, Bangkok.
Happy Birthday Tin!
For the first time, we'd like to dedicate a post to say Happy Birthday to one of our contributors in Manila – Tin Iglesias! The 19-year-old UP Diliman Clothing Technology student has been writing for TiC since May, and thanks to her, we've got some great stories and styling content!
Playing Stylist: Fringe
Following Eliza Lee's trend talk post on fringe, I gave the fringe trend a shot. Here are a few looks I came up with:
