Kael Street exists in the space between nostalgia and modernity, transforming forgotten textiles, vintage fabrics, and delicate embroidery into pieces that feel deeply personal. Rooted in storytelling and slow craftsmanship, the brand creates garments that carry warmth, memory, and a sense of history, proving that fashion can be both wearable and emotional. Inspired by fashion history, cinema, and the romance of past eras, Kael Street embraces intuitive creation over fast-mov

PHOTOGRAPHER: Wilmark Jolindon STYLIST & ART DIRECTOR: Hillary Lee MAKEUP: Janell Capuchino HAIR: G Mande MODELS: Erica Lau of Mercator & Kevin Cantos PHOTOGRAPHER’S ASSISTANT: Dennis Sulit CLOTHES: Celina delos Reyes, HA.MÜ Mood & Lean Profeta SPECIAL THANKS: Zoomburst Photo Studio, Jovie Sta. Ana, & Mary Faye Murphy

In a practice where tradition meets scientific inquiry, color becomes less of a fixed outcome and more of an evolving conversation between material, environment, and time. For Mariton Villanueva, founder of Himaya by Mariton Villanueva, botanical dyeing is not simply a craft rooted in heritage, but a living laboratory where experimentation and unpredictability shape every result. Her process begins with research. References like Gampol, a documentation of traditional Philippi

For the mind behind Viktor, leather has never been about excess. It is about permanence, protection, and identity. While the Manila-based label first earned recognition for its premium custom denim, it is through leather that the brand reveals its sharpest edge, transforming a material often associated with rebellion into something architectural, intimate, and deeply personal. Long before Viktor existed, fashion already played a defining role in his life. A graduate of Univer

Photography and Creative Direction : Jobo Nacpil (@jobonacpil) Grooming : Myckee Arcano (@myckeearcano) Model : Ross (@rossmrtnz) of Muse Men Philippines (@musemenphilippines) (@musemnla) Shot at Zoomburst Studios (@zoomburst)

There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when fashion stops being just about clothing and starts becoming a language. In Imaginarium: Tales from the Land and Sea , that language is deeply personal, quietly powerful, and unmistakably Filipino. Set to unfold at the UP IBG-KAL Theater, Season 2 of Imaginarium brings together a new generation of designers who aren’t interested in following the usual path. Instead, they build worlds—ones shaped by memory, identity, and transfo

Photography by: Aileen Wang

In a digital world that often pushes creators toward trends and quick visibility, Cheska Torres Ibasan chooses a quieter path—one rooted in reflection, cultural memory, and the layered realities of Filipino identity. Her work moves through the spaces in between: between softness and strength, heritage and reinvention, solitude and community. Rather than trying to define what it means to be Filipino in a single frame, she leans into the complexity of it, allowing contradictio

There’s something quietly disarming about seeing Shaira Luna on the other side of the lens. For someone whose work has long defined how others are seen, this cover shifts the gaze. Shot by emerging photographer Gail Geriane, it isn’t about reinvention. It’s about reflection, trust, and a kind of creative exchange that feels both natural and necessary. For Shaira, being photographed is never something she fully settles into. “The awkwardness and excitement never really go away

Before the global campaigns and agency rosters, before her name carried weight across Asia, Jiratchaya Kedkong was simply stepping into the unknown. This 2018 cover story captures her at a pivotal moment, fresh from her win on Asia’s Next Top Model, standing at the edge of everything she had yet to become. There’s a rawness to this chapter. A sense of discovery. Tawan, as she’s known, wasn’t just entering the industry, she was still learning herself in the process. Every cast

Denial A temporary shock absorber, often expressed as "This isn't happening to me". Anger Frustration and rage directed towards the situation, asking "Why me?" or "Who's to blame?". Bargaining Making deals with a higher power, hoping to reverse or delay the loss, like "If only I had... I would... ". Depression Overwhelming sadness, feeling the reality of the loss, leading to withdrawal and helplessness. Acceptance Coming to terms with the new reality, not necessarily me

A new collection of hand-embroidered kimonas, bibs, tapis skirts, and sarongs fill the pop up space of Dennis Lustico. Beyond it being a holiday offering, the Filipiniana Collection echoes the designer’s musings on what it truly means to build an enduring wardrobe and dress beautifully. Dennis Lustico’s pop up space on the second level of the Powerplant Mall resembles a jewel box. A velvet chartreuse sofa, Persian carpets, deep red curtains create a sense of being cocooned in

At only 27, Hong Kong–based photographer Michelle Lau has already carved out a voice that feels both intimate and transportive. A multimedia graduate of PolyU, Michelle’s journey into photography began in a simple, personal way. Back in 2011, she and her then-boyfriend would spend their days taking photos together. What started as a shared pastime opened a door she never closed. Over the years, that early spark grew into a deeper pursuit of storytelling through images. For M

Philippine contemporary designer, Jor-El Espina, culminates a year-long countdown to his 20th year in fashion with a gala fashion show entitled, Jor-El Espina: 20 Design Anthologies When Jor-el Espina began to think about how he would celebrate two decades in fashion, it seemed impossible for him to capture his creative journey in just one collection or show. “So many things have taken place since I began in fashion,” the contemporary Philippine designer reflects. “This is wh

Presented by the Zonta Club of Alabang, Patis Tesoro’s Filipiniana is Forever is a benefit fashion show that will feature a 100-piece...

In a night that celebrated the lasting legacy of Filipino artistry, The Philippine Terno Gala 2025 gathered six of the country’s most acclaimed designers under one remarkable roof. With Diagold as the main jewelry partner and major sponsor, the evening shimmered with exquisite brilliance that matched the grandeur of the designs. Moving fluidly from tradition to reinvention, the runway became a living canvas of cultural pride, brought to life through the visions of Edwin Ao, P

Paris, June 27, 2025 – In a quiet yet commanding moment at the Hôtel des Invalides, Jonathan Anderson unveiled his inaugural Dior menswear collection—a dialogue between raw edge and classical elegance. Born from the tension between impulsive rule-breaking and couture refinement, this outing heralds not only a fresh vision for Dior Men, but also the beginning of an unprecedented era as Anderson assumes artistic control over men’s, women’s, and haute couture at the house .

"Wrapped Saints" symbolizes the silenced and marginalized beings whose voices are stifled by society. These figures, swathed and...

Photographer : Michael Rebuyas (@mikeshootsstuff) Make Up : Janell Capuchino (@janellcapuchino) Hair : Miggy Carbonilla (@miggycarbonilla) Art Direction : Jobo Nacpil @jobonacpil)

Some career shifts happen out of necessity, while others seem to be fate taking the reins. For this acclaimed hair artist, the transition fr