Fashion
Step Into the PANDORA Garden
This season, Pandora presents a whole new garden of styles designed to inspire women to explore their creativity and express themselves in ways that feel natural to them.
This season, Pandora presents a whole new garden of styles designed to inspire women to explore their creativity and express themselves in ways that feel natural to them.
More than a collection, the Pandora Garden is a place of self-expression, a new way to convey feelings and express your femininity through a series of beautiful styles and icons. Expertly hand-finished in high-quality materials, the collection is rich in detail and symbolism, allowing women to weave meaningful messages into their personal storytelling and channel their inner confidence.
Each of the nature-inspired icons – the butterfly, the four-leaf clover, the ladybird and the flower – carries a special, empowering meaning, from personal transformation to making your own luck and expressing your unique kind of beauty from inside out.
Step into the Pandora Garden and celebrate your own unique growth story with the butterfly. Make a bold style statement by stacking the Dazzling Butterflies rings or transform your look by wearing the Dazzling Blue Butterfly brooch as a necklace pendant. Feel carefree with the Lucky Four-Leaf Clover pendant, follow your bliss with the ladybird and channel your inner and outer beauty with the Flower Stem necklace, bracelet and earrings. Mix it all together or pick a few key pieces that show how you feel. Your power is in your nature – wear it with confidence.
Inspired by nature, Pandora’s new Matte Brilliance jewellery series make a big impact with delicate details. Catching the light with its matte yet sparkling effect, the sublime texture of the new jewellery is created without stone embellishments using a traditional jewellery crafting technique called diamond pointing.
The linear, sculptural series features a bangle, a ring, stud and hoop earrings crafted in Pandora Rose. The unique, blush-hued metal blend highlights the beautiful sparkly effect while the signature cut-out heart details put a feminine spin on the statement-making designs.
Pick your favorites and let your unique expression thrive this season with Pandora Garden.
In Cebu, the Pandora Garden collection is available at Level 1, Ayala Center Cebu For more information, visit https://www.pandora.net and @theofficialpandora on Instagram and @pandora.ph on Facebook.
Events
The First NUSTAR BALL
The NUSTAR Ballroom, a magnificent venue at the NUSTAR Resort and Casino in Cebu, sets the stage for last night’s first-ever NUSTAR Ball.
Glamorous guests from Manila and Cebu converged at the NUSTAR Ballroom, an exquisite venue within the NUSTAR Resort and Casino in Cebu. The evening unfolded with a seated 5-course dinner. The opulent feast started with Beetroot Salmon Gravlax, adorned with caper berries, caviar, set with delicate edible flowers; and a main course of Compressed Pork Belly with Crackling Skin and Baby Scallops. Another highlight was the auction of coveted items like Dior and YSL handbags, a limited-edition Bulgari watch, and an exclusive 2-night stay in Nustar’s opulent 3-bedroom villa—complete with a private pool and a dedicated butler. The charity evening benefited the Cameleon Association, an NGO based in Iloilo City created in 1997 that developed a global approach to act on the causes and effects of sexual violence against children.
It was a night of elegance, luxury, and unforgettable memories as ladies in long gowns and gentlemen in black ties danced the night away.
Events
BVLGARI in Cebu
May 10 – Cebu City | Step inside a world of opulence where gold shimmers and diamonds sparkle. BVLGARI, the renowned Italian luxury brand, is celebrated for its exquisite gemstone jewelry, thin watches, perfumes, and leather goods. With a legacy dating back to 1884, BVLGARI has become synonymous with elegance and craftsmanship. The newest BVLGARI boutique opened last week at the sparkling The Mall at Nustar Resort and Casino, fast becoming the shopping destination for discerning consumers.
Jeffrey Hang, BVLGARI’s Regional Marketing Director for South East Asia, flew in from Singapore to welcome guests. “We are happy to unveil BVLGARI to the Cebu market. This is the company’s 140th year, and BVLGARI celebrates this landmark with the Aeterna High Jewelry Collection in Rome this coming May 20, attended by all our global ambassadors like Zendaya and Black Pink” Jeffrey shares with us. The collection will be available in SE Asia later in the year and in the Philippines at the end of the year.
Spotted at the event was Joseph Muñoz, Commercial Director of Bulgari Philippines escorting Pia Wurtzbach-Jauncey, BVLGARI’s local Ambasadress and Ms. Universe 2015, Allan Teo, Chief Operating Officer of NUSTAR Resort and Casino, Howard Go, Summit Media’s CEO and his wife, Cebuana Sheila Osmeña-Go as well as some of Cebu’s young fashionable set like Claudia Bezza Yeung, Marjay Ramirez, and Danessa Onglatco.
Fashion
The Qipao As Interpreted by Innovative Filipino Designers: PHILIP RODRIGUEZ
The Qipao, an iconic symbol of Chinese fashion, takes center stage as we celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Wood Dragon. This singular closely-fitted garment crafted from the most opulent silks originated in 1920’s Shanghai. ZEE fashion editor Oj Hofer, has sought the creative insights of some of the Philippines’ most innovative designers for their interpretation of the elegant Qipao, also known as Cheongsam.
Cebu’s esteemed designer, Philip Rodriguez, pays homage to imperial attire with this stunning yellow silk brocade qipao. While adhering to the traditional cheongsam silhouette, Rodriguez infuses a touch of sensuality by incorporating see-through silk tulle panels along the waistline. Known for his timeless designs and culturally respectful creations, Rodriguez’s attention to detail is unparalleled. His embellishments are intricate and exquisite, showcasing impeccable taste and luxurious design without veering into ostentation. Take, for instance, his cheongsam for the Year of the Dragon. While it may seem daring compared to traditional sensibilities, Rodriguez maintains elegance by delicately veiling the wearer’s skin with sheer tulle on the cutout side panels. The front slit of the dress is cautiously calculated to strike the perfect balance between modesty and allure “I design for women who possess sophistication beyond their years, “ Philip emphasizes. “My clothes are crafted to evoke a sense of beauty and allure, leaving her feeling exquisite and confident.” As a seasoned designer, Rodriguez consistently achieves harmony in his designs. His qipao for 2024 seamlessly blends elements of royalty and sensuality, luxury and practicality, reflecting his mastery of the craft and his ability to create pieces that are truly elegant and well-balance.