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July 18, 2014
5 friday to friday
Cope with stress by going out and having a good time
6 what’s new
New reads, eats, and more to add to your must-try list
8 fashion closet Get your hands on colorful pieces to brighten up your
wardrobe; and make the most of end-of-season sales with a mid-year review
of trends
12 beauty counter
Choose the right foundation to get flawless coverage
14 woman@work Photographer Shaira Luna’s thrift finds are perfect
for her vintage-inspired style
16 cover story
Asia’s Next Top Model Cycle 2 finalists Jodilly Pendre
and Katarina Rodriquez share the limelight in a street versus couture
fashion feature
24 r&r Hotel Luna, Vigan’s first hotel-museum, takes you back in time
(in comfort!)
26 feature
Spanish jewelry brand Uno de 50 introduces its unique and
bold craftsmanship
27 feature
International chef and restaurateur Bobby Chinn encourages
you to be mindful on what’s on your plate (and how it got there!)
28 parties
Levi’s launches its CoolMax collection, the 16th Ayala
Merchant Rewards program, and Vietura Aesthetic Lifestyle’s first anniversary
30 lust page
signature blooms
Fitflop goes floral with designer Keiko Nishiyama’s
On the cover
Editor Liza Ilarde
Managing Editor Maris Mortel-Hiruntrakul
Creative Director Dexter Francis D. De Vera
Editorial Assistants Clara Palma
Edrelyn Santos
Photographers Rxandy Capinpin
Sherbert Serrano
Stylist Jear De Mc Cuttac
Asia’s Next Top Model Philippine representatives
Jodilly Pendre and Katarina Rodriguez tough it
out in attention-grabbing street versus couture
looks. Photographed by Rxandy Capinpin,
styling by Jear De Mc Cuttac, makeup by
Terence Buenaventura, hair and prosthetics
by Katchie Mejias. On Jodilly: Gown by Albert
Andrada, necklace by Christopher Munar, heels
by Primadonna. On Katarina: Gown by Albert
Andrada, button-down (wrapped around waist)
by H&M, cap by Manual Clothing, bracelet by
Topman, fingerless gloves by People are People.
Story on page 16
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JULY 18, 2014 manila bulletin
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staff pix
@ilardeliza
A bird’s eye
view of Palawan.
Doesn’t it make
you want to
jump in?
@marismortelhiruntrakul
Thoroughly
enjoyed taking my
picks from this
plate of generously
topped sushi at
Yurakuen Japanese
Restaurant at
Diamond Hotel.
Don’t they look
beautiful?
@projectfusebox
Take advantage of the end-of-season
sales happening right now! Here I am
trying on a hat on sale at Paul Smith
(yes, I bought it!)
Now that the
normcore trend is
making its presence
in the fashion
world, streetwear
is a style that has
been influencing
the majority up to
this day as seen in
this copy of Street:
The Nylon Book of
Global Style.
I
am a big fan of the two girls on our cover. I followed them weekly as they competed on
Asia’s Next Top Model Cycle 2. Of course, I rooted for both of them! So it was such a
thrill when Jodilly Pendre and Katarina Rodriguez ended up in the top three. Cliché as
@edrelyns
it may sound, in my eyes—and in fellow Filipinos’—they were already winners. I wish them
both the best of luck in their respective careers!
Another personality I’m a big fan of is fashion photographer Shaira Luna. Readers of a
certain age will remember her as a “gifted child” of Promil ads back in the 90s (sorry, Shaira,
I know you hate it when I tease you about this!). She’s one of my favorite people to work
with and I always look forward to her creative mix of ukay finds, high-street brands, and
designer accessories. Check her out as this week’s Woman@Work.
Hope you enjoy the issue!
I’m one of the
people who got
excited when I
heard that BaskinRobbins is opening
in Manila. So on
its first day, I got
a scoop of one
of their all-time
favorites—the
Pralines ‘n Cream!
@clarascookie
This Eiffel
Tower figurine
from L’Oréal
makes me want
to jump on a
plane and fly
to Paris!
4 | style weekend | manila bulletin JULY 18, 2014
SuperSale Bazaar
friday to friday
Join the weekend shopping event, with
interactive booths such as customizing your
own bags and shirts, plus, a chance to win a
Boracay getaway.
Date and time: Jul 18-20, 10am-9pm
Venue: World Trade Center Metro Manila
For more information, like SuperSale
Bazaar on Facebook, supersalebazaar.com
Disclosure Manila:
The DJ Set
The electronic music duo of Guy Lawrence
and Howard Lawrence treat you to a party
filled with dance beats.
Date and time: Jul 24, 9pm
For more information, call (2) 891-9999 or
go to ticketworld.com.ph
Dancing In The Light
The words of wisdom of spiritual leader and
life coach Dadi Janki come alive through
a multi-media concert that interprets
profound truths through the arts.
Date and time: Jul 24, 7:30pm
Venue: Onstage, Greenbelt 1
For more information, call
(+63917) 980-3541
CarbTrim:
The Bull Runner
All Woman Race
Test your strength to conquer those
kilometers, be it 5k, 10k, or 21k.
Date: Jul 20
Venue: Filinvest City, Alabang, Muntinlupa
City
For more information, call (2) 846-0278,
like All Woman Race on Facebook, go to
filinvestcity.com
JULY 18, 2014 Dessert Lovers
Bake Fair
Fluid
A reinterpretation of the Palanca Awardwinning play that tells the story of young
Filipino contemporary artists struggling
to make a name for themselves as they
negotiate the tricky terrain between love,
art, and compromise.
Date and time: Jul 24-26, 1pm and 7pm
Venue: SDA Theater, School of Design and
Arts Campus, De La Salle-College of Saint
Benilde
For more information, call (+63917) 9285737, like Fluid on Facebook, follow
@Fluid111 on Twitter and Instagram
Delight your sweet tooth with yummy
treats.
Date and time: Jul 19-20, 11am-9pm
Venue: Tiendesitas, Pasig City
For more information, call (2) 502-8662,
email [email protected], or like
Dessert Lovers Bake Fair on Facebook
Nacidas Para Sufrir
(Born To Suffer)
A black comedy film about a group of
women who almost compete with one
another to see who can make the greatest
sacrifice for others. Entrance is free on
a first-come, first-served basis.
Venue: Cinematheque of Instituto Cervantes,
855 TM Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila
For more information,call (2) 526-1482, like
Instituto Cervantes de Manila on Facebook,
or go to manila.cervantes.es
Bombay Bicycle Club
Live In Manila
Listen to the music of the English indie
rock band as they perform in Manila for the
first time.
For more information, call (2) 470-2222 or
go to smtickets.com
manila bulletin
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what’s new The latest products, treats, and deals just for you
beautiful times
Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa, Cebu launches On A High In July,
a special offer for travelers looking to squeeze in some vacation
time. Available until July 31, for a minimum stay of two nights,
you get a Deluxe Seaview Room or a Premier Room at the Ocean
Wing, buffet breakfast and dinner for two adults and two children
aged 11 and below, round-trip airport transfers, and unlimited
access to the whirlpool, steam room, sauna, and gym. For added
fun, the package treats kids to two-hour playtime at the Adventure
Zone; and an hour of kayak and an hour’s use of snorkeling sets
for two adults. Call (2) 231-0288, email [email protected]
Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa, Cebu’s Deluxe Seaview Room
eat then sleep
Until August 31, dine at Marco Polo
Ortigas Manila’s Café Pronto, Cucina,
Lung Hin, or Vu’s, and for every
P2,000 single transaction spent
at any of the hotel’s signature
outlets, you are entitled to a Dine
& Stay room credit voucher worth
P500. Room credit vouchers may
be combined and accumulated
to pay for room bookings. Call
(2) 720-7777, email manila@
marcopolohotels.com, go to
MPMDining.com
Restaurant 5’s
Lechon Kawali
fifty shades of food
Discovery Suites’ Restaurant 5 offers 50% discount
Marco Polo Ortigas
Manila’s Lobster
and Mango Salad
with Midori Dressing
on its Filipino lunch buffet every Saturday and
Sunday until July 31. Enjoy Filipino comfort food
such as Crispy Pork Belly with Liver Sauce, Sisig,
Beef Caldereta, Tinapa Omelete, and Pinakbet
with Bagnet prepared by executive chef Gerwin
Bailon and his team. Call (2) 719-6805, email
[email protected]
heal the world
The first Philippine literary book on climate change titled Agam: Filipino Narratives On Uncertainty
And Climate Change—agam is an early Filipino word for foreboding and memory—has a collection
of 26 images taken by photographer Jose Enrique Soriano and 24 original creative narratives in
the languages of Tagalog, Waray, Maguindanao, Bikol, Ilocano, Cebuano, Sinama, and English.
All proceeds from the sale of the book will go to the Re-Charge project, an integrated solar
and sustainable transport services and training facility that is being set up in Tacloban City.
Available at National Book Store and Powerbooks
Agam: Filipino Narratives on Uncertainty and Climate Change
i am a woman
Prolific stage actress, painter, writer, poetess,
and set and costume designer Celia Diaz-Laurel
launches her latest project, a coffee table book
aptly titled The Colors Of My Life Celia Diaz-Laurel—
Painter. The book contains the author’s personal
memoirs of her early childhood up to college
years; her anecdotes as a budding artist; and her
intrinsic talents in painting, poetry, and acting.
Celia also pays tribute to the different men and
women that helped shape the life she has lived.
Call Corito Melotindos at (2) 869-7298 and (2)
478-0575 for book reservations
Celia Diaz-Laurel
C2 Classic Cuisine’s
Sinigang na Suahe
dim sum phenom
The world’s most affordable Michelin-star
restaurant Tim Ho Wan, Hong Kong’s legendary
hole-in-the-wall eatery, is now in Manila. While
prized for its savory Baked Bun with BBQ
Pork—a crumbly, fluffy pastry packed with lush,
sweet, and savory barbecued pork, which in itself
has not failed to lure a lengthy line—they also
serve other acclaimed dishes. Try the rest from
the Big 4 Heavenly Kings: Steamed Egg Cake,
velvety custard topped with a caramelized crunch;
Vermicelli Roll with Pig’s Liver, a silky sliver of
vermicelli-wrapped tender and meaty slice of
liver; and Pan Fried Carrot Cake, a crunchier,
heartier alternative to the comfort-food classic.
Located at SM Mega Fashion Hall, and soon at
SM Mall of Asia. Like Tim Ho Wan on Facebook,
timhowan.com
dishes to
impress
C2 Classic Cuisine introduces an improved
Tim Ho Wan’s Baked Bun
with BBQ Pork
menu lineup with new and original
takes on Pinoy cuisine. Begin at the
Pampagana section with appetizers such
as Kanto Kanto, an assortment of Pinoy
street food; classic Sumpia; and Crispy
Tokwa’t Baboy. For veggie dishes, Sa
Kabukiran section has Ang Kangkong
ni Dadong and Gising Gising. The main
category Ulam features new viands like
Mechadong Baka, Humba Pata, and
Kinulob na Hipon. End the meal with
Buko Pandan or Bibingka Soufflé. If
dining at their Greenhills branch, avail
of the Bagong Lasa, Kakaibang Sarap
buffet promo for P425/head where you
can sample any new items you want.
Like C2 Classic Cuisine on Facebook,
follow @c2cuisine on Twitter
sleep solution
Dunlopillo bedding brand is now available in the Philippines. Their mattresses
boast a different level of support and are composed of the brand’s patented,
naturally sourced Talalay Latex. Their new sets of mattresses include
Elizabeth and Spineflex, which offer temperature control and a high level of
elasticity, ensuring the mattress’ longevity; and New Duchess, which displays
firm fiber padding that minimizes contact between the mattress and the metal
spring for a sleep solution that lasts. Like Dunlopillo Philippines on Facebook
Dunlopillo Spineflex
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fashion closet
Outfits by Marc
by Marc Jacobs
river island
Jacket and striped tube
skirt, floral dress (above);
all by River Island
’s
dominant hues are
white and bright colors.
Swimwear is inspired by the
50s, with high-waist bikinis
dashed with retro prints.
Clashing animal prints
and bold tropical patterns
result in a daring mash
up. Festival dressing and
urban rodeo create a grungy
alternative to traditional
styles in tones of black,
muted metallics, and dark
jewel shades. Leather, black
crochet, and chain-maileffect fabrics add texture
before it’s
too late
Is there a particular colorful piece you’ve been eyeing
all season? Get it now before it’s gone forever
warehouse
took inspiration from
Coachella and pays homage
to shades that stretch from
simple pastels to bright,
fiery tones. There are also
lots of prints. The retro
vibe is obvious in cuts and
shapes complementing
mod patterns such
as garden blossoms,
geometrica, color-blocking,
cabana stripes, and optical
illusions on coats, cropped
pants, A-line shift dress,
and playsuits. Grunge has
also been updated with
a relaxed mix of moody
prints and muted tones
marc
by marc
jacobs
fuses glam and
casual elements
for a spirited and
captivating collection.
Workwear- and
sportswear-inspired
staples are combined
with luxe pieces for
a statement look.
Sequined dresses,
tailored separates,
and satin bomber
jackets, when paired
with sneakers, infuse
a downtown edge
Outfits by Warehouse
united
colors of
benetton
’s
collection is comprised
of light summer cotton
dresses available in
an array of colors
and textures. The
vibrant hues give life
to subdued prints,
making the dresses
very wearable for day.
There are also printed
tops and flowy skirts
perfect for lounging by
the pool
Outfits by United Colors of Benetton
topshop
collaborated with
supermodel Kate Moss to launch an
eclectic mix of pieces encapsulating
the British fashion icon’s unique and
revered vintage style. Kate’s maturity as
a designer is reflected in this collection,
which introduces luxurious fabrics,
including silk chiffons, gold lamé, and
lace. Also upping the luxury quota
is the meticulous attention spent on
trimming, beading, and hand-stitching
Supermodel Kate Moss’ collection for Tophop
has themes ranging from Balearic, pajama
dressing, cocktail, and tailoring noir
Outfits by Hermès
hermès
had
a bohemian-inspired
collection of tropicalinspired prints with
bright hues as its
dominant colors with
some gray overtones.
There are short belted
coats, windbreakers,
zipped blousons, onepleat trousers, straight
trousers with inverted
seams, drawstring
trousers, and jumpsuits
Store info: Hermès, Greenbelt 3; Marc by Marc Jacobs, Greenbelt 5; River Island, Glorietta 5, SM Aura Premier; Topshop, topshop.com; United Colors of Benetton, Bonifacio High Street, Megamall,
Robinsons Galleria, Trinoma, Robinsons Manila, Ayala Center Cebu; Warehouse, Greenbelt 5, Power Plant Mall, Shangri-La Plaza, Robinsons Galleria, Megamall, Robinsons Magnolia, Mall of Asia
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Mid-year is always a good time to re-evaluate your fashion choices. Check out what
Manila’s most stylish wore as they partied around the metro during the first half year
half-time update
fashion closet
10 | style weekend | manila bulletin sweet and sexy
Miss Universe 2010 fourth runner-up/TV personality/model/actress Venus Raj and model/blogger/swimsuit designer Maggie Wilson-Consunji
flaunted their sun-kissed tans without being too
revealing through their bustier-topped outfits
Bustier dress by
Suiteblanco
work
those
abs
Eriko
Malabanan
The hot days
were a perfect
excuse to show
some skin.
While some
crop tops were
just barely
hanging above
skirts or pants,
others like
model Eriko
Malabanan and
host/blogger
Divine Lee
went all out to
show off their
beach-ready
abs
Divine Lee
Venus Raj
Crop top by
Mango
Maggie Wilson-Consunji
JULY 18, 2014
easy breezy
flower
power
The likes of seektheuniq.com co-owner Vanessa
Mayuga-Santos and host/actress/events organizer Issa Litton have seen the appeal in wearing maxi dresses in the city. Besides being easy
to wear, they provided some much-appreciated
breeze
Looks like flowers are
the preferred print
this year, especially
colorful ones, as
they easily brighten
an outfit (and the
wearer’s mood!).
Just ask style blogger
Tricia Gosingtian and
actress/top endorser
Anne Curtis
Maxi dress by
Desigual
Skater skirt
by Ever New
Skater Girl
A flared A-line,
high-waist skirt
flatters most
figures and makes
the wearer’s legs
look longer. Plus,
skater skirts go
well with almost
any top, as model/
singer Catriona
Gray and actress
Zandra Summer
demonstrate
Vanessa
Mayuga-Santos
Tricia Gosingtian
Anne Curtis
Catriona Gray
Sneaker by Taylor Swift x Keds
Issa Litton
Zandra Summer
Store info: Desigual, Shangri-La Plaza, Bonifacio High Street, available at Bauhaus; Ever New, Power Plant Mall, Bonifacio High Street Central, The Podium, Megamall; Keds, Robinsons Magnolia;
available at Complex Lifestyle Store, Shangri-La Plaza, Eastwood Mall, Alabang Town Center, Ayala Center Cebu; available at Shoe Salon; Mango, shop.mango.com/PH/mango; Suiteblanco, SM Aura Premier, Mall of Asia
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Create the illusion of a flawless complexion by finding the foundation that’s right for you
covergirl
beauty counter
The Face Shop Phytogenic
Infinite Powder Pact
Foundation SPF20
Miss A’s Suzy for
The Face Shop
powder
Who should use: A person with oily skin
will have an easier time using powder
foundation, as it helps control shine better
than liquid foundation
Coverage: Among the different
foundations, powder offers the lightest
coverage, making it ideal for everyday use
Products to try (counter-clockwise from
top): The Face Shop Phytogenic Infinite
Powder Pact Foundation SPF20, Benefit
Bigger Than BB Big Easy, G-Lish Duo
Foundation, VDL Brightening Powder
Foundation
VDL Brightening
Powder Foundation
G-Lish Duo
Foundation
12 | style weekend | manila bulletin Benefit Big Easy
JULY 18, 2014
Make Up For
Ever HD High
Definition
Foundation
Laura Mercier
Smooth Finish
Flawless Fluide
Jennifer Lopez for
L’Oréal Paris True Match
cream & liquid
Revlon Nearly Naked Makeup
and Pressed Powder
Who should use: Women with dry skin will prefer
a cream or liquid foundation because these have
moisturizing properties. Plus there’s no risk of dry,
flaky skin that comes with powder
Coverage: Cream and liquid foundations offer
heavier coverage; however, it is recommended that
those with problematic skin or severe discoloration
use concealer to go with the foundation
Products to try (clockwise from top): Make Up For
Ever HD High Definition Foundation, Revlon
Nearly Naked Makeup and Pressed Powder, Laura
Mercier Smooth Finish Flawless Fluide, L’Oréal
Paris True Match
L’Oréal Paris True Match
HOW
TO APPLY
No matter what type of foundation
you use, MAC guest makeup artist
Ariana Ortega shares some tips
Makeup look for Chloé spring-summer 2014 by MAC
• Apply from the middle of the face going outwards—that way you don’t get streaks.
• Whether using your fingers, a brush, or a sponge, always use downward strokes when
applying foundation, as it allows for better blending on your skin.
• If you feel like you put on too much, gently dab your skin with a damp sponge (beauty
blenders are the best option, but wedges work just as well). The sponge absorbs the extra
makeup and also helps blend the foundation into the skin.
Store info: Benefit, Greenbelt 5, Trinoma, Mall of Asia, available at Rustan’s, Makati and Shangri-La Plaza; G-Lish, Trinoma, Sta. Lucia East Grand Mall, SM Pampanga; L’Oréal available at Watsons and SM Department Store;
Laura Mercier available at select Rustan’s; Make Up For Ever, makeupforever.com.ph; Revlon available at leading department stores; The Face Shop, international.thefaceshop.com, facebook.com/ThefaceshopPhilippines;
VDL, Alabang Town Center, facebook.com/vdlcosmeticsphilippines
woman@work
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retro mix
“I love getting away with fun
outfits when I can. Today I’m
shooting for a teen magazine with a
cheery staff, so I don’t think anyone
will mind me looking like one of the
subjects!” Cropped polka-dot top
by The Ramp, P50 thrifted overalls,
wingtip brogues by Dr. Martens
“Our location today is in a
higher-end segunda-mano
store, so I rummaged through my
closet for a vintage top that would
match the atmosphere yet still
allow me to move my equipment
around and look presentable.”
P35 thrifted blouse, pleated
trousers by Zara, green suede flats
by Lauren by Ralph Lauren,
P10 thrifted woven belt
14 | style weekend | manila bulletin “Since I collect hats—among
many other things!—I try to have
a casual, throw-anything-on with
a hat day once a week. This is one
of my favorite shirts, which I’ve
paired with everything from wacky
bottoms to fancy jackets.” Shirt by
Oxygen, P75 thrifted plaid pants,
boots by Harley-Davidson, hat by
Forever21
“Being in a clean, controlled
environment like a studio allows
me to wear items I won’t normally
put on when on location. The cold
temp also gives me an excuse to
layer, which is awesome because
my wardrobe is filled with tights,
cardigans, and sweaters.” Cardigan
by Oxygen, P35 thrifted blouse, P35
thrifted blazer reworked into highwaist shorts, flats by Juicy Couture
JULY 18, 2014
fri am
fri pm
sun
sat
Fashion photographer Shaira Luna puts together chic outfits
with her vintage and thrift-store finds, and a good dose of layering
“I’m usually covered up to avoid
insect bites and scrapes from the
strange positions I end up in when
shooting. Today didn’t require much
kneeling or exposure to nature, so
my pale legs got to see the light of
day!” P75 thrifted lace top, nude
inner leotard by Capezio, P35
thrifted skirt, brogues by GH Bass,
watch by Marc Jacobs
“Brought this versatile dress
for a photographers’ feature
in Garage magazine. I wore the
nude version instead for the shoot,
though. Check out their special
50th issue this month for the
feature!” Mustard maxi dress by
Zoo, color-block platforms by Fendi,
P100 thrifted rug bag, beanie and
necklaces by SM Accessories
“Vintage romance was the peg
for this today’s story, but since
I can’t wear anything flowy and
delicate while working outdoors,
I gladly embraced the vintage part.
This cool car just happened to
be nearby, and I can’t resist oldschool rides!” P50 thrifted tank,
bell-bottom jeans by Roxy, wingtip
platforms by Dr. Martens, purse
by Fendi
“Even though I shoot for
magazines and clients every
day, I always make time for
personal projects that I dream
up and costume myself with my
ukay-ukay finds! After today’s
50s-inspired shoot, I plucked
these pants out to wear to dinner.”
Cropped top by Urban Outfitters,
P35 thrifted high-waist trousers,
platform sandals by Cole Haan
Get a fun daily dose of Shaira’s imagery @shairaluna on Instagram, and her nostalgic-cinematic photo series on shairaluna.com
Jodilly Pendre and
Katarina Rodriguez—
the first and second
runners-up, respectively,
of Asia’s Next Top Model
Cycle 2—show what
they are made of in a tough
street versus couture skirmish
cover story
whitewash
Leave no doubt as to your style
prowess by fearlessly dressing
in all-white. Add a colored piece
or two for contrast. On Jodilly:
White bralette and pencil skirt by
Rosenthal Tee, black tank top by
H&M, black cuff by HeyJow. On
Katarina: Black inner top, white
coat, and pants, all by Rosenthal
Tee, silver necklace by HeyJow
Photographed by Rxandy Capinpin,
assisted by Jerby Tebelin and AG De Mesa
Styled by Jear De Mc Cuttac, assisted by
Timmy Diagone, Vince Abarra, and Ipon Gonzales
Makeup by Terence Buenaventura
Hair and prosthetics by Katchie Mejias
Models: Jodilly Pendre and Katarina Rodriguez
million dollar baby
Jodilly Pendre and
Katarina Rodriguez—
the first and second
runners-up, respectively,
of Asia’s Next Top Model
Cycle 2—show what
they are made of in a tough
street versus couture skirmish
cover story
whitewash
Leave no doubt as to your style
prowess by fearlessly dressing
in all-white. Add a colored piece
or two for contrast. On Jodilly:
White bralette and pencil skirt by
Rosenthal Tee, black tank top by
H&M, black cuff by HeyJow. On
Katarina: Black inner top, white
coat, and pants, all by Rosenthal
Tee, silver necklace by HeyJow
Photographed by Rxandy Capinpin,
assisted by Jerby Tebelin and AG De Mesa
Styled by Jear De Mc Cuttac, assisted by
Timmy Diagone, Vince Abarra, and Ipon Gonzales
Makeup by Terence Buenaventura
Hair and prosthetics by Katchie Mejias
Models: Jodilly Pendre and Katarina Rodriguez
million dollar baby
clash of
the titans
Unleash your inner diva in
a tailored pantsuit that tells
the world you mean business.
Deviate from the norm by
choosing one with a cape. On
Katarina: Gray checked pantsuit
by Noel Crisostomo, black heels
by Primadonna, gold chain
bracelet and necklace by Koket
Fashion. On Jodilly: Black long
gown with fringe details by Noel
Crisostomo, nude suede heels
by Primadonna, old rose chain
necklace by Koket Fashion
the
takedown
Gawkers will be floored when
you wear jewel tones mixed with
sporty elements and a full dose of
attitude. On Katarina: Green silk
gown by Jerome Ang for Myth,
strappy heels by Primadonna,
studded earrings and cuff by
Christopher Munar. On Jodilly:
Blue sheer gown by Jerome Ang
for Myth, gray sheer long-sleeved
top (worn underneath) and gray
bonnet by Topshop, bangles by
Koket and HeyJow, blue-green
canvas belt by Regatta, striped
blue socks from SM Department
Store, sneakers by Nike
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power up
Play the numbers game to
your advantage by mixing and
matching a decidedly sporty piece
like a varsity shirt or a crop top
with a glammed up pair of shoes.
On Jodilly: Oversized numbered
top by Topshop, white pantsuit by
Vania Romoff, gold lace up ankle
boots by Dr Martens. (Opposite
page) On Katarina: Nude ruffled
crop top and matching pants by
Vania Romoff, black stilettos
by Primadonna, black leather
necklace with embellishments by
Joel Escober, black cuff by HeyJow
TOP MODEL x 2
Jodilly and Katarina, both 21, talk about
the life-changing experience that was
Asia’s Next Top Model
What were you doing before joining Asia’s Next Top Model (AsNTM)?
Jodilly: I was a graduate of information systems and a full-time model in
the Philippines. I was just a girl full of aspirations and hope. Katarina: Before AsNTM, I was a full-time student and athlete at De La
Salle University. My days consisted of waking up at 5am to train, then class,
followed by training again or yoga, homework, and sleep. It was a very
routine lifestyle.
What made you decide to join the show?
Jodilly: I joined because I wanted to give my mom the best future and to
fulfill my goal of becoming the next Pinay international supermodel. I also
wanted to show the world how great Filipinos are. Katarina: My best friends convinced me to audition for the show. They knew
I had always had this interest in becoming a model. I auditioned live and
was the third girl interviewed. I was completely out of my element—until
now I am still in disbelief I was chosen!
What was your experience like as a contestant of the show?
Jodilly: It was tough dealing with all the stress, pressure, co-contestants,
and, most especially, yourself.
Katarina: My experience was phenomenal. I learned so much about myself,
others, modeling, and life in general. I love who I am at this very moment
and a lot of it has to do with what I learned and went through on AsNTM.
Being a contestant gave me opportunities, from seeing how the glamorous
life is, to traveling, to being put through situations you only, well, see on TV!
What were the lessons you learned being in the show?
Jodilly: You always need to appreciate and encourage yourself. Katarina: In modeling, it doesn’t matter how tall you are, how stereotypically
thin you are, and even how beautiful you are—if you don’t know how to
deliver the expression, energy, or vision the client wants, you won’t succeed
as a model. I also learned to be brave in whatever I choose to do. When you
dismiss fear and any negative feeling, you have fun and the passion comes
out, and whatever it is you’re doing will be wonderful.
What was your favorite challenge on AsNTM?
Jodilly: The Subaru Challenge, because I learned to communicate with other
people better and how to have a good conversation. Katarina: The very first runway challenge when we had to walk on water.
That’s when I first realized how challenging this entire competition was
going to be and that it was not a joke. I also learned that as long as I gave
it my all each time, I would progress. Regardless that I was the only one who
fell in the pool, I wasn’t eliminated but instead praised for picking myself
back up after falling. I had to look at every other obstacle that they would
throw my way in that same perspective.
What has been your proudest moment as a model?
Jodilly: The moment in the finale even when I wasn’t proclaimed as the
winner, but I knew in my heart that I’ve been my greatest for myself, for my
mom, and for the Philippines.
Katarina: I think my proudest moment as a model is happening right now.
It’s how I carry myself after the show that will determine everything else for
me. AsNTM gave me the foundation necessary to begin my career and so
far, I feel like I have been doing an amazing job. These next couple of years
will be my proudest moments because it’s the decisions and actions I take
within them that will set off the rest of my life.
What is next for you? Jodilly: To go global. There are campaigns that I cannot disclose yet. Just
stay tuned for the bigger and grander things Jodilly has in store for you! Katarina: There are many projects happening for me for the second half
of this year! Although I can’t give much away, I am surely establishing
myself here in the Philippines. Aside from that, I also have a lot of work in
Indonesia—I seem to be forming Jakarta as a second home. At the end of
August, I’ll be going to Thailand for work. I suppose I really am aiming high
and internationally. Huge things will be happening for me—I can feel it!
knockout
Deliver the winning blow
at any cocktail party with
an intricately embellished
creation—but be careful not
to overdo the bling. Nude and
aqua embellished dress by
Joel Escober for Myth, nude
gladiator heels by Primadonna,
embellished necklace and cuffs
by Christopher Munar
code
yellow
Alert everyone with your
presence in a brightly
colored outfit with a vintage
feel, mixed with modern
accessories. Mustard dress
with white lace accent by
Joel Escober for Myth,
nude gladiator heels by
Primadonna, silver bracelets
by Christopher Munar (on
right arm) and by Koket
Fashion, silver multiple
rings by Koket Fashion
Store info: Albert Andrada, albertandrada.com; Christopher Munar,
tel (+63920) 234-5940, email [email protected];
Dr Martens, drmartens.com; HeyJow, heyjow.com; H&M, hm.com;
Koket Fashion, koketfashion.com; Manual Clothing, tel (+63917)
462-0808, email [email protected]; Myth, Greenbelt
5; Nike, nike.com; Noel Crisostomo, noelcrisostomo.com; Primadonna,
primadonna.com.ph; Regatta, regatta.com.ph; Rosenthal Tee,
tel (+63917) 852-6923, email [email protected]; Topshop,
topshop.com; Topman, topman.com; Vania Romoff, vaniaromoff.com.ph
r&r
the art of
time travel
What was once the
grand sala of The Doña
Carmen Florentino
House was converted
to a museum, which
houses the work of Juan
Luna and other artists
The hotel facade
Lose yourself in culture and history with every step you take in Hotel Luna, Vigan’s first hotel-museum
By CLARA PALMA
H
otel Luna was built on what was once
known as The Doña Carmen Florentino
House. It is a two-storey structure built
in 1882 by Don Jose Florentino as a wedding
gift to his daughter Carmen, who married Don
Honorato Romero Encarnacion on February 3,
1883. After Doña Carmen’s death, Don Honorato
married again, this time to Doña Petra Faz de
Leon. When Don Honorato died in 1917 in
Manila, his remains were brought back to Vigan
for burial.
His two daughters Maria and Mercedes
inherited the property, then sold it to their
nephew Don Salvador Encarnacion in the mid
70s with the wish that he not sell the property to
anybody except the heirs of Sabas Que, who had
expressed interest in the property. Before 1990,
the house was sold to Sabas Que’s son Benigno,
who made the necessary repairs and beautified
the interiors of the house.
in modern times
Hotel Luna, named after painter Juan Luna, is
known as the only hotel-museum in the country.
If you’re into art and history, then this hotel is
definitely a perfect fit for you. The minute we
stepped inside, I could have sworn we were in
a museum rather than a hotel lobby as there
were lots of paintings and sculptures for us to
24 | style weekend | manila bulletin admire while waiting for our room assignments.
Some of the art you can expect to see are a
statue of a pregnant woman in alabaster by
Fred Baldemor; a streamlined “Maria Clara” in
bronze by Abdulmari Imao; stainless-steel human
figures poised for flight by Daniel de la Cruz; a
small bronze bas-relief of the Deposition from
the Cross by Napoleon Abueva; “Lavandera”
by Fernando Amorsolo; and works in paper by
Romulo Olazo and Manuel Baldemor.
On the second floor, what was once the
grand sala of the The Doña Carmen Florentino
House was converted to the hotel’s museum,
which houses Juan Luna’s “La Mandolinera”
and a pencil sketch, as well as works by several
National Artists and other noted painters such
as Jose Joya, Abdulmari Asia Imao (who also
did the Luna bust located at the foot of the
hotel’s elevator), Bencab, HR Ocampo, Napoleon
Abueva, Guillermo Tolentino, Vicente Manansala,
Juvenal Sanso, and Carlos “Botong” Francisco.
Besides the old house, there is also an
extension building to accommodate more
guests. All in all, the hotel has 10 rooms in the
old house and 44 rooms in the extension. Each
room is designed for double occupancy, but can
accommodate a maximum of four people, since
each bed is big enough for two people to share.
The Queen Standard room and Double Queen
Deluxe can be found in the extension. Aside from
rooms having at least one painting inside, they
are also equipped with a flat screen TV, which
also offers WiFi connection, a safety deposit
box, and a high-tech push-button toilet. If you
want something a little more luxurious, go for
either the Loft Suite or Executive Suite, which
are located at the old house. The Loft Suite is a
double-floor room, with a king-size bed on the
second floor and a bathroom with a tub and TV
set. The Executive Suite isn’t double floor, but
it has a king-size bed, two couches that can also
be used as back-up beds, and a bathroom with
a tub and TV set.
As for food, Hotel Luna has three outlets
to choose from: Chula, Comedor, and Azotea.
Chula Saloon Bar offers a selection of beers,
fine wines, spirits, and bar food, and can
accommodate up to 40 people. The bar and
seating area have ornate furniture and uniquely
designed lighting, along with brick wall pillars
adorned with art pieces and bronze sculptures.
Comedor, the hotel’s restaurant, offers Ilocano,
Spanish, and select international items
with chef Robby Goco at the helm. It serves
breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a dining hall
filled with chandeliers, and contemporary art
pieces from famous Filipino painters, and has a
seating capacity of 100 people. It can also serve
as a function room for small events. Azotea at
the roofdeck offers a spectacular view of the
JULY 18, 2014
city matched with minimalist lounge chairs and
music. It can hold up to 300 people, making it
perfect for big events such as an anniversary party
or wedding. We even encountered a wedding
reception booked at Hotel Luna during our stay!
For those who want to go for a swim, the
hotel has an indoor pool with underwater
lights that turn on at night, while a spa and
gym will be up and running in the near future.
If you’re looking for something to do outside
the hotel, they offer city tours to the province’s
tourist attractions, as well as tours for nearby
destinations such as Laoag, Paugpud, and Baguio.
A member of the ArtStream Hospitality
Management Group (other hotels include Hotel
Rembrandt in Tomas
Morato and Le Monet
Clockwise from top left: No
in Baguio), Hotel Luna
two rooms have the same
showcases Filipino
wall carving design; the
hospitality in a historical
pool area is visible from all
backdrop. Despite being
sides of the balcony; Besides
fairly new, you’ll be
checking out all the paintings
surprised at how many
in here, it would be a sin
not to try Comedor’s paella
people are booked to stay
and bagnet; Juan Luna’s “La
here. Instagram-worthy
Mandolinera” is the prized
is the least one can say
piece of the museum; You’ll
to describe it, as there’s
be in for a pleasant surprise
always something to be
once you check out the
photographed everywhere
bathroom! Hint: It’s the toilet
you turn. If you want
something that mixes
cultural heritage with modern facilities, then
Hotel Luna is a perfect fit for you.
Hotel Luna is located at Luna St., Vigan, Ilocos Sur, tel (2) 3733333 local 201 to 204, hotelluna.ph, like Hotel Luna on Facebook,
follow @hotelluna_vigan on Twitter, @hotelluna_vigan on Instagram
REMEMBERING HISTORY
It would be a sin visit Vigan and miss out on what this UNESCO World Heritage site has to offer
Calle Crisologo
Named after Ilocano poet Mena Pecson Crisologo, Calle Crisologo
is the main street in Vigan. This cobblestone street stretches up
to one kilometer and is lined with two-storey colonial houses. The
ground floor is made of stone and used as a granary or storage
area, while the upper floor is made of wood and used for living
quarters with its sliding windows adorned in capiz shells. Some
of the houses have been turned into souvenir shops selling items
from T-shirts to locally grown tobacco. At present, the famous
cobblestoned Calle Crisologo is conserved by the local government
by prohibiting any motor vehicle to travel along the road. The only
means of transport allowed is the kalesa.
St. Paul’s Cathedral
St. Paul’s Cathedral is also known as the metropolitan cathedral. It
is considered a major religious landmark not only of northern Luzon
but the country as well. The church as it stands now was completed
in 1800. The original structure was built in 1574 upon the command
JULY 18, 2014 of the Spanish founder of Vigan, Juan de Salcedo. It was a mere
chapel then, made of wood and thatch. In 1641, the chapel was
replaced by a church. When the seat of the Nueva Segovia Diocese
was transferred to Villa Fernandina de Vigan from Cagayan’s Lal-lo
in 1758, the church was elevated to become the center of Catholic
faith in the north.
Vigan Pottery
Referred to as burnayan by the locals, Vigan Pottery is a little
spot that preserves the tradition of pottery-making. The burnayan
preceded the Spanish in Vigan and was established by Chinese
settlers, and the process remains faithfully the same. Each pot is
shaped for two minutes and dried for over a week. According to the
locals, burnay (made from Ilocos soil) is stronger than terracotta.
Vigan is one of 21 cities vying for a slot in the New7Wonders Cities
and the only nominee from the Philippines. Go to new7wonders.com
to vote
manila bulletin
fashion closet
Spanish brand Uno
de 50’s Jewels of
the Mediterranean
collection
locked on style
Uno de 50 opens its first Asian store to spread its brand of
uniqueness, craftsmanship, and boldness By Maris Mortel-Hiruntrakul
F
ormed back in 1996 by a group of
creative artists, jewelry brand Uno de
50 (pronounced uno-de-sing-kwen-ta)
originally produced only 50 pieces of each model,
thus the name. Their unconventional designs,
high-quality materials, and handcrafted pieces
of jewelry and accessories added to the exclusive
factor and appealed to a discerning market.
When the current chairman and owner
José Azulay acquired the company in 1999, he
applied his know-how from heading his family’s
watch company. Under his management, Uno
de 50 grew, from one store in Spain to over 70
around the globe, starting with a team of 10
employees to over 400 today. Having expanded
26 | style weekend | manila bulletin to fashion capitals in Europe, North America,
and South America, Uno de 50 has set its sights
on Southeast Asia with its first store opening
at SM Aura Premier. Expansion director José
Luis Pardos was in town for the launch. In an
exclusive interview, he told us, “Almost a year
and a half ago, we started to speak with SM.
To be successful in a new market, one of the
most important things is to have a good partner.
At the same time, the retail market in the
Philippines is very nice because you are bringing
in more international brands, there are lots of
shopping malls, and new consumers are being
incorporated into the market.” He added, “Also,
since Philippine consumers are more aligned with
American consumers than other countries in
Asia, and with our success in the States, it’s good
to start here.”
Inside the first Philippine store, the feel is
similar to all other Uno de 50 stores worldwide.
From the neutral colors set off by wood and
touches of the company’s signature red, the
feel is of distinct luxury with a modern, global
look. As one enters, one may notice the brand’s
symbol—a padlock—which is an iconic image
that stands for Uno de 50’s commitment
to originality and uniqueness. In fact, the
production process still employs the same
handcrafted techniques since its beginnings. The
entire process—from the initial sketch to the
finished ítem, which involves product design,
molding, carving, etching, coating, assembly, and
manual refinement—all take place in Madrid,
where the brand’s headquarters is located.
“In our headquarters we have a team of
designers whose job it is to think about new
pieces, and experts who will assemble all those
pieces,” explained José Luis. Most of the items
are made using a metal alloy that brings the
designs to life, and possesses that special handmade texture. Once crafted, each piece is silverplated, then combined with other materials such
as leather, resin, or glass.
The entire store can have up to 600 different
designs—aside from bestsellers and basic pieces,
at least 30% are new, so that customers get to
see something different whenever they visit. To
continue its promise of exclusivity, Uno de 50
launches limited-edition collections, each with
only 50 units made.
“We have two collections a year—spring/
summer and autumn/winter. And inside every
collection we have several subjects. For example,
for spring/summer we launched Jewels of
the Mediterranean, which is inspired by the
landscapes and colors of the four Balearic islands,
so we have special lines called Ibiza, Mallorca,
Menorca, and Formentera. Each collection has its
own philosophy, colors, and meanings,” said José
Luis.
The Uno de 50 customer is fashionable, but
does not necessarily follow trends, and actually
desires to look different from the rest, especially
when it comes to jewelry and accessories. “I think
the jewelry market has changed. In the past, what
was more valuable was the price or the material
used like gold, but today customers appreciate
the design and the feeling they have when they
wear a piece. I think this is the more attractive
point of our pieces,” said José Luis. With each
one, Uno de 50 tries to offer that experience of
owning something special, something that allows
us to expresses ourselves in a very visual way
with a unique and intriguing necklace, bracelet,
ring, earring, or watch. In this way, Uno de 50
has made choosing jewelry more personal.
Uno de 50 is located at SM Aura Premier, Mega Fashion Hall, and
Mall of Asia, unode50.com
JULY 18, 2014
feature
Tuna Tartare
Chef Bobby
Chinn doing
what he does
best—cook
and entertain
eating
smart
International chef Bobby Chinn wants
to convince diners to be conscious
about sustainably sourced seafood
By maris mortel-hiruntrakul
I
nternationally renowned, Vietnam-based
celebrity chef and restaurateur Bobby Chinn
finds it hard to stay still. His enthusiasm
for what he does—whether it’s coming up
with a new dish, or hosting a cooking show, or
putting up a restaurant—and his upbeat and
humorous approach already makes for some fun
entertainment in itself.
I got to witness this live when, in celebration
of the Coral Triangle Day in the Philippines
last June 9, Bobby was flown in for a cooking
demonstration at Pico de Loro Cove, Hamilo
Coast in Nasugbu, Batangas. As an ambassador
of World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) for
their Coral Triangle initiative, Bobby has, for
the past three years, been making a case for the
importance of meeting the world population’s
growing demand for seafood in a sustainable
manner.
Where does the fish on your plate come from?
According to WWF, it is highly likely that it was
sourced from the Coral Triangle, considered the
world’s epicenter of marine life abundance and
diversity. Spanning the waters of the Philippines,
Malaysia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, the
Solomon Islands, and Timor-Leste, it covers
some 5.7 million square kilometers and is home
to 76% of the world’s known coral species, 37%
JULY 18, 2014 WWF Philippines vice chair
and CEO Lory Tan with WWF
ambassadors Bobby Chinn
and Rovilson Fernandez
of the world’s coral reef fish species, and species
such as tuna, whales, dolphins, rays, sharks, and
turtles. The Coral Triangle directly sustains the
lives of more than 120 million people.
The Philippines sits at the apex of the Coral
Triangle. Hamilo Coast in particular is located
right at the entry of the Verde Island passage, one
of the most prolific areas of the Coral Triangle. As
such, the seaside leisure development has tied up
with WWF Philippines to implement programs
such as the declaration of marine-protected areas
of selected coves, the deployment of Bantay Dagat
units to protect the area from illegal fishing, and
WWF’s ridge-to-reef management projects.
Now we Filipinos, of all people, need to find
causes such as these all the more imperative.
As the world’s second-largest archipelago,
fish is one of the Filipino’s main sources of
protein. With the Philippines as one of the most
productive marine regions in the world, there
have been rising concerns about overfishing and
illegal fishing that destroy coastal and marine
environments and wipe out large populations
of fish stocks; these practices compromise our
future food security and livelihoods. Public personalities like Bobby have since
used their voices and influence to promote
conservation efforts of the oceans. His is a
call for more consciousness, not only with
dining establishments, but more so among
diners themselves, to start asking where their
seafood came from, and if it was caught using
sustainable fishing methods. His is a call towards
a change in the way we think about food and
our responsibility to the environment where it
comes from. “The diner is essential to the whole
restaurant establishment,” he said. “The diner
has one of the greatest rules ever written: The
diner is always right. I think if you educate the
diner, then all of a sudden the establishment
starts taking the diner more seriously. So I think
you are going to see a change here. You can see a
change already in different leading markets—San
Francisco was one of the first, London has
embraced it—it’s something that’s not going
away. There are a lot of global issues and many
are related to food.”
One example Bobby gave is the high demand
for shark fin soup, a Chinese delicacy that
threatens the survival of a species integral to
maintaining the health and balance of global
marine ecosystems. According to WWF, about 73
million sharks are slaughtered each year for the
lucrative shark fin trade. “I’ll tell you one thing
about shark fin. No taste. No nutritional value. I
don’t understand why people still eat shark fin,”
Bobby lamented. “[Many] just see it as a product,
a commodity. That connection where that fish
comes from is missing. That’s what’s really scary.
People always say, you’ve got to respect the
ingredient—what about the environment where it
comes from?”
“For all the statistics about saving our ocean
floors, consumption and growing demand,
climate change, a lot of people still ask why I got
involved,” he said. “While I was filming World
Café Asia series, I was horrified by markets we
visited. I was in Sri Lanka and they’ve had baby
swordfish—I was like, isn’t that endangered? And
nobody knew. Same thing in Zanzibar where we
went deep-sea fishing and I didn’t catch anything
because it was overfished; when I went to the fish
markets—they had sharks without fins. And it
actually repulsed me.”
During the cooking demo, Bobby then shared
a substitute to shark fin, using seared snapper
head. “I also did it with salmon head and I ate
everything except the really tough stuff. I ate
the cartilage,” he said, in between regaling the
audience with his culinary adventures. He also
made a tuna tartare from local fish that was
caught using hand-line fishing, a more traditional
and sustainable method, which was then served.
The fresh, subtly flavored tuna with a melt-inyour-mouth texture tasted even better without
the guilt.
For more on Bobby Chinn, go to bobbychinn.com. For more on the
Coral Triangle, go to panda.org/coraltriangle
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parties
Sky Yang,
Cedric Pasco,
Mark McMahon
Aly Borromeo,
Brent Javier,
Jon Avila
Lou Muñoz, Levi’s Minette
Cuison, Arci Muñoz
beat the
heat
In time for summer, Levi’s
introduced CoolMax, a collection
constructed and designed with fibers
that produce a cooling effect on the
body. Held at their Glorietta 2 store,
each piece was showcased through a
mini fashion show. DJs Mars Miranda
and Emel Rowe kept the vibe up
while guests shopped. Ice pops were
served to keep everyone cool.
Daryl Chang
Robbie Becroft
Wynwyn Marquez
28 | style weekend | manila bulletin KC Montero and
Rosario Herrera
Nicola Padilha and
Samantha Humphries
JR Isaac and Levi’s
Gec Alcid-Cajucom
DJ Emel Rowe
Poy Villamonte
and Edlene Cabral
DJ Mars Miranda
JULY 18, 2014
Arleen Sipat-Sutton
and Mayenne Carmona
Vietura’s Cecile Infantado, Agnes Tumaneng, and Dr. Mary
Jane Torres with Sofitel’s Adam Laker and Chanelle Garvey
nurture
culture
Bianca Valerio
Issa Litton
Bamboo and Sarah Geronimo
entertained the guests
Ayen and Franco Laurel
Special Award for Promoting
Philippine Arts & Culture: Swatch.
(From left) Ayala Land’s Rowena
Tomeldan, Gino Gonzales, Swatch’s
Virgie Ramos, Rowell Santiago
Vietura Aesthetic Lifestyle at Sofitel
Philippine Plaza hosted its first anniversary
with a party, where new beauty treatments
and products were also unveiled. It was
announced that a second branch will soon
open at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort.
Guests enjoyed a superfood menu created by
French chef Bettina Arguelles, complete with
a detox juice bar and guilt-free desserts.
Christmas Décor Hall of Fame: Rustan’s, Ayala Center
Cebu. (From left) Francis Libiran, Kit Zobel, Rustan’s
Val Khodaverdi, Ayala Malls’ Vivian Jose
selling
game
Ayala Malls, led by its parent company
Ayala Land, Inc., recently held its 16th
Ayala Merchant Rewards program—a
two-day forum and awards ceremony
that presents innovation in the global
and local retail industries—at Fairmont
Hotel. Speakers from various fields were
invited to share their insights on how to
run a business successfully.
Grand Store of the Year Winner: TGIFridays. (From left) Ayala
Land’s Junie Jalandoni, Fernando Zobel de Ayala, and (rightmost)
Bobby Dy with TGIFriday’s Paul Manuud and Bill Stelton
Chito Vijandre and Ricky Toledo
lust page
botany lesson
Add some spring to your step with blooming footwear
F
ast-rising fashion designer Keiko Nishiyama has collaborated with Fiflop for a limited-edition
collection. Nishiyama quickly became a hit in the international fashion scene for her signature
botanical textile designs inspired by English gardens and flower cultivation. This design
philosophy earned her a standing ovation among critics at the 2013 London Fashion Week. The collaboration features two exclusive fantasy floral prints of Nishiyama’s “hybrid” blooms—her
design technique called for hand-drawn new flowers that are combined to create two unique prints,
which are then specially engineered to work on a 3D shoe shape. The designs are reinterpreted in three
styles—the Skinny toe-thong, Bon sandal, and Shuv clog. Apart from the spectacular bed of blooms, all
the limited styles feature FitFlop’s patent-pending, pressure-diffusing, super-cush Microwobbleboard
midsoles for that sought-after comfort.
Go to facebook.com/FitFlopPhilippines for store locations
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