Fashion
Little Box of Beauty
The minaudière, a small case for a woman’s personal objects often carried as a handbag, has crossed from being an essential part of an evening wardrobe to becoming the most stylish accessory for dressed-up daywear and cocktail clothes.
The minaudière, a small case for a woman’s personal objects often carried as a handbag, has crossed from being an essential part of an evening wardrobe to becoming the most stylish accessory for dressed-up daywear and cocktail clothes.
Invented by Charles Arpels of Van Cleef Arpels in the 1930’s after observing Florence Gould, an American patron of the arts, toss several small loose makeup items into a tin box, the minaudière has re-emerged as the perfect addition to this season’s solid hues.
Jersey shift dress with shoulder drape from Arcy Gayatin. Lariat of wooden beads with recycled accent. Snakeskin minaudière with checkered shell inlay
Jersey dress and gauze robe with coral cutwork from Chiaroscuro Summer 2012. Minaudière with lacquered dried leaves.
Stretch twill suit with fish appliqué from Chiaroscuro Summer 2012. Bone necklaces with recycled abaca cubes. Snakeskin minaudière with black-lip shell chips.
Jersey blouson dress from Chiaroscuro Summer 2012. Bone-bead lariat belt. Mother of Pearl and woven brass minaudière.
Matte jersey T-dress and crepe de chine scarf from Chiaroscuro Summer 2012. Bangles-and-balls wood bracelets. Minaudière with lacquered onion peel.
Purple apron top of woven wood beads and Philippine Dupione silk wrap pants from Chiaroscuro Summer 2012. Wooden lariat necklace and bangles. Minaudière with lacquered seeds and wood closure. Footwear by Monica Fig
Silk jersey slide dress by Jun Escario. Lariat belt of wooden bead. Dotted shell minaudière with snakeskin trim.
- photography Joseph Ong
- model Apriel Smith (OZAR Models)
- make up artist Gari Son
- assistant make up artist Julia Gorgonia
- fashion stylist Roxanne Imboy
- fashion assistant Kiko Kintanar
- accessories by Christine Kintanar (EarthWorks)
- minaudières by M for Marjorie, Paris
- locale Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Fashion
The First Philippine Terno Gala at the Waterfront
On March 10, 2023, important guests and personalities entered the halls of Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino to attend the first Philippine Terno Gala in Cebu brought to you by Cary Santiago.
The Philippine Terno Gala’s fashion show showcased couture pieces by world class Filipino designers: Rajo Laurel, Mark Bumgarner, Philip Rodriguez, and Cary Santiago.
The event started with Philip Rodriguez’ daring designs that left the crowd with the need to see more.
Followed by Rajo Laurel’s contemporary pieces, keeping the ongoing gasps and cheers by the crowd alive to fill the ballroom’s ambiance.
Next to grace the crowd is Mark Bumgarner’s elegant designs had everyone raising their cameras to capture the admirable pieces.
To end the fashion show, Cary Santiago left a statement as the runway welcomed stunning designs leaving the crowd in awe.
As a surprise to the guests, special rewards were given to the crowd stoppers of the night with special thanks to Dia Gold and Jun Villanel.
Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino proved once more that they are the premier venue choice for grand events. Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino will see you all in their upcoming events as a part of their year-long celebration of its 25th anniversary.
Events
CEBU KALEIDO: A Night of Fashion and Celebration at Crimson Mactan Resort and Spa
Miranda Konstatinidou’s beautiful beach wear and jewellery worn by her guests at an intimate beach party at Crimson Resort in Mactan. Konplott is Miranda’s luxury fashion accessory brand sold in Europe, worn by fashion icons and celebrities (no, it’s not sold locally) while her exclusive beach wear in silk are fabric designed by her, are also sold in high end resorts around the world. Meanwhile, Crimson Resort in Mactan will officially close temporarily for a makeover as most of their beachfront villas were damaged heavily by last December.s super typhoon Odette. Here’s to a great reopening of Crimson in a few months. (photography by Steffen Billhardt)
Events
Take a Closer Look at the Stunning Couture Wedding Dresses of The Brides At Triton Fashion Show
photography by Ephraim Basbas
The wedding industry, together with twenty of Cebu’s leading as well as emerging fashion designers just made a glorious comeback in one magnificent fashion show, The Brides at Triton last March 12, 2022 at the Triton Grand Ballroom of the only 5-star premier resort & water park in the Philippines, Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark Cebu, in partnership with Danny Villarante, Emi Ayag and Cary Santiago.
Let’s take a closer look at the exquisite bridal couture dresses showcased at the fashion show:
Anthony Romoff
Anthony Romoff
Arnu Poe Camay
Arnu Poe Camay
Cary Santiago
Cary Santiago
Cary Santiago
Cary Santiago
Dexter Alazas
Dexter Alazas
Dino Lloren
Dino Lloren
Edwin Alba
Edwin Alba
Edwin Ao
Edwin Ao
Edwin Ao
Hanz Coquilla
Hanz Coquilla
Harley Ruedas
Harley Ruedas
Jun Escario
Jun Escario
Marichu Tan
Marichu Tan
Mel Maria
Mel Maria
Mike Yapching
Mike Yapching
A tribute was made for Philip Rodriguez’ 40th year in the fashion industry
Philip Rodriguez
Philip Rodriguez
Philipp Tampus
Philipp Tampus
Protacio
Protacio
Rei Escario
Rei Escario
Ronald Enrico
Ronald Enrico
Valerie Alvez
Valerie Alvez
Wendell Quisido
Wendell Quisido
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The First Philippine Terno Gala at the Waterfront
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