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Return to Glamour

In a time when everyone is advocating effortless chic, choose to go in another direction—with rich patterns, decadent jewelry and tailored pieces that recall a time when dressing up wasn’t just admired; it was expected.

In a time when everyone is advocating effortless chic, choose to go in another direction—with rich patterns, decadent jewelry and tailored pieces that recall a time when dressing up wasn’t just admired; it was expected.

Silver leather jacket, black and white geometric pattern dress shirt, scarf, black trousers and bag, all from RAOUL

Niya wears a golden tassled evening gown by JUN ESCARIO. All accessories from JEWELMER. Rafael wears tuxedo suit by JC BUENDIA.

Rafael wears a blue suit by M BARRETO. Gingham shirt from ZARA. Niya wears a rust ball skirt and crepe turtleneck jersey top by JUN ESCARIO.

From the Swan collection: earrings with two golden South Sea pearls set in 18-karat yellow gold from Jewelmer. A pearl strand necklace with 369 golden South Sea pearls from Jewelmer. A pearl strand necklace with 42 golden South Sea pearls from Jewelmer.

Niya wears an orange and black houndstooth coat and silk top over a black wool skirt with zipper detail, all from RAOUL. Her accessories: A pearl strand necklace with 93 white South Sea pearls from Jewelmer. From the Rosone collection: a ring with a white South Sea pearl set with diamonds in 18-karat white gold from Jewelmer.

Niya wears a rust ball skirt and crepe turtleneck jersey top by JUN ESCARIO.

Niya wears a vintage lace little black dress, shoulder bag and shoes all from TORY BURCH.
Red leather gloves, stylist’s own. A pearl strand necklace with 369 golden South Sea pearls from Jewelmer.

Niya wears a gray wool coat with a beaded collar, an embellished gray dress, and shoulder bag from TORY BURCH, neckpiece by JUN ESCARIO.

Emerald green tunic dress with leather detail and green leather flats from RAOUL. Bag from TORY BURCH. From the Lautitia collection: Ostrea ring with a white South Sea pearl set with 12.75 carat diamonds in 18-karat white gold from Jewelmer.

From the Rosone collection: earrings with two white South Sea pearls set with 1.65 carat diamonds in 18-karat white gold from Jewelmer.

Blue leather tailored top and knee-length skirt, and shoes, all from TORY BURCH.

Niya wears a handmade leather jacket with knit sleeves, orange silk top, silk scarf and white trousers, all from HERMÉS. Earrings and watch from BULGARI. Rafael wears printed cotton shirt, rust colored scarf and shorts, all from HERMÉS. Watch from Bulgari.

Rafael wears a blue cotton shirt from TYLER. Dark gray jacket by JC Buendia.

Rafael wears a blue suit by M BARRETO. Gingham shirt from ZARA.

  • creative direction Melo Esguerra
  • photography Gonzalo Mena
  • styling Charmagne Palermo and Vanessa Johnson
  • hair and makeup Eric Maningat
  • models Rafael and Niya of Elite Manila
  • locale Makati Shangri-La, Manila

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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.

Photo by Mark Philip Dales

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.

Photo by ES Photography

Followed by Rajo Laurel’s contemporary pieces, keeping the ongoing gasps and cheers by the crowd alive to fill the ballroom’s ambiance.

Photo by ES Photography

Next to grace the crowd is Mark Bumgarner’s elegant designs had everyone raising their cameras to capture the admirable pieces.

Photo by ES Photography

To end the fashion show, Cary Santiago left a statement as the runway welcomed stunning designs leaving the crowd in awe.

Photo by Mark Philip Dales

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.

Photo by Mark Philip Dales

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.

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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)

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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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