From Chicago to Manila, PENSHOPPE Designer Lab’s first collaboration turns Filipino identity into a contemporary streetwear conversation. Filipino identity has never belonged to just one place. It travels with us, changes with its surroundings, and finds new ways to speak. In streetwear, that conversation becomes even more personal. This October, PENSHOPPE opens a new chapter with PENSHOPPE Designer Lab: ABAKADA, a 23-piece limited-edition collaboration with Chicago-based Fil

WOOYOUNG, member of global K-pop group ATEEZ, has been named the first global ambassador of STUDIO TOMBOY, a fashion brand operated by Shinsegae Tomboy Co., Ltd. The partnership follows the successful campaign STUDIO TOMBOY launched with WOOYOUNG early this summer. Products featured by WOOYOUNG in the campaign sold out shortly after release, while his everyday styling, seen through airport appearances and personal social media, also drew significant attention. His individual

MEMO redefines modern workwear for the desk-to-drinks generation, spotlighting real professionals across different industries across the Philippines. MEMO, the modern workwear brand under the Golden ABC portfolio, today launches GOT THE MEMO, its latest campaign built around a simple idea: style shouldn't clock out when the workday does. Running through the end of September, the campaign champions corpcore that doesn't time out, workwear sharp enough for the boardroom and ea

This season, PENSHOPPE opens the doors to Club PENSHOPPE: All Access, introducing the newest members of Club PENSHOPPE alongside a collection inspired by the carefree spirit of '90s youth culture. Since its launch, Club PENSHOPPE has brought together some of the most recognizable local and international personalities, creating a community that celebrates individuality, creativity, and effortless style. More than ambassadors, they embody the spirit of PENSHOPPE, each bri

J. LLOREN EDITIONS is a retail concept developed by designer Jojie Lloren that explores the limitless possibilities at the crossroads of art, fashion, culture, and craft. True to his DNA of nurturing emerging talent, the brand is guided by one clear purpose: to elevate Filipino creativity by transforming original artistic expression and Philippine cultural narratives into collectible, limited edition, ready-to-wear pieces that honor both the maker and wearer. Under the LLORE

Eleven Filipino designers, visiting international celebrities and personalities, and press and content creators from across Southeast Asia converge on the SMX Convention Center at SM Aura Premier for four days built on one founding belief, that fashion belongs to everyone. MANILA, PHILIPPINES — August 5, 2026 — MNL Fashion Week (MNLFW) returns for its second edition this September 3 to 6, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center, SM Aura Premier, McKinley Parkway, Taguig, Metro Ma

OXGN’s new campaign anchors a new SGAMO x Jarreau Vandal fusion track and a three-part collection drop in tribute to budots pioneer DJ Love and the sound's roots in Davao MANILA, Philippines — August 5, 2026 — OXGN, the iconic Philippine streetwear brand launches THE FINAL ROUND, its latest 2026 campaign celebrating the meeting point of music, movement, and streetwear. Anchored by a reimagined budots x hip-hop fusion track created with international DJs SGAMO and Jarreau Van

The new collection launches Armor Tech, Cool Tech and Cloud Tech. Purpose-built denim engineered for the way today's consumers live, move and work. MANILA, Philippines — Long recognized as one of the country's defining names in denim, JAG enters its next chapter with the launch of Denim Technology—a collection engineered to meet the evolving lifestyles of today's consumers through innovation in performance, comfort and durability. Fronted by award-winning actor Daniel Padil

From July 30 to August 2, ArteFino’s “Isang Dekada” will unveil a trade fair experience that is worldclass, future-forward yet deeply rooted on Filipino heritage Dekada is a theme that captures the ArteFino journey from the time the movement first spread its wings in 2017 to the present day. It is an idea that mirrors heritage in continuous motion–always evolving, innovating, finding new forms and voices. To mark 10 years of sparking meaningful conversations, uplifting local

For years, P-Pop has been measured against international standards. The comparisons were inevitable. The synchronized choreography, glossy visuals, and polished production often invited parallels to K-pop and Western pop. But somewhere along the way, a new generation of artists stopped asking how close they could get to global trends and started asking a more important question: What does Filipino pop sound like when it's unapologetically Filipino? The answer is unfolding in

Lev Rodriguez, Marj Ramos-Clemente, and Iris Ocampo came together for SOFA Design Dialogues, a conversation that peeled back the polished surface of the creative industries to reveal the real stories behind successful careers. Instead of formal presentations, the event embraced candid discussion, inviting students, aspiring creatives, career shifters, and parents into an honest exchange about passion, uncertainty, and the realities of working in design. The morning opened wit

For Chef Miggy Cabel Moreno, food is more than a craft. It is a vessel for memory, identity, and cultural preservation. Born and raised between Jolo and Zamboanga, Chef Miggy has dedicated his career to championing the rich culinary heritage of Mindanao, particularly that of the Tausug people. Through Palm Grill and Cabel Restaurant, he has introduced diners to stories told through burnt coconut, age-old recipes, and traditions that have endured for centuries. His efforts hav

MoCAF, the Modern and Contemporary Art Festival, marks its fifth consecutive edition since its founding in 2022. MoCAF 2026 will feature an expanded lineup of over 50 local and international galleries, a range of new and continuing programs, and partnerships across the arts, food, and beverage industries, making it the largest and most ambitious edition of the festival to date.

Recognition often marks a milestone, but for Kathleen Liechtenstein, it also signals a renewed responsibility. Recently named among the Most Influential Filipina Women in the World by the Filipina Women's Network, the president of Ballet Philippines views the honor not as a personal accolade, but as affirmation of a larger mission: using the arts to uplift communities, open doors, and redefine who ballet is for. For Liechtenstein, the recognition carries deep meaning. On a p

In Pangasinan, where the land itself tells stories through salt, life moves to a rhythm shaped by sun, wind, and patience. For Roda Ignacio, that rhythm began early. The salt farms were not just part of her surroundings, they were her first understanding of the world. As a child, she watched hands carve livelihood out of seawater, learning that behind something as ordinary as salt is a life built on sacrifice, discipline, and care. “To many, salt is just a seasoning,” she sha

For photographer Gail Geriane, stepping behind the camera to photograph Shaira Luna was more than a professional opportunity. It was a moment that quietly carried years of inspiration, admiration, and personal history. Shaira’s presence in the industry has long been felt, especially among women photographers who saw in her a kind of confidence that made the creative world feel a little more accessible. For Gail, that influence was deeply personal. Coming from the province and

There’s a quiet kind of discipline behind every great bartender—the kind shaped not just by skill, but by patience, setbacks, and an unwavering sense of purpose. For Ralph Allen Santos , the journey into bartending wasn’t something he mapped out from the start. It began unexpectedly, built through observation, persistence, and a willingness to learn the craft the hard way. Today, he stands at the forefront of Manila’s cocktail scene, fresh from being named Diageo World Class.

Nathan Studios’ trailblazing film claims the spotlight, shining a light on love, dignity, and inclusion as it takes home top honors. Three weeks into the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival, “I’m Perfect” has not only touched hearts as the season’s most emotionally stirring entry but now stands triumphant as Best Picture, etching its legacy into Philippine cinema history. Adding to its historic triumph, Anne Krystel Daphne Go made MMFF history with her Best Actress win for

The 38th Awit Awards powered by Vibe delivered a #LEGIT celebration of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) as the nation’s most credible and long-standing music honors returned to the Meralco Theater on November 16, 2025. For 38 years, the Awit Awards—organized by the Philippine Association of the Record Industry (PARI)—has stood as the country’s premier platform recognizing Filipino musical artistry, originality, and achievement. Strengthened by its partnership with Vibe, MQues

Her story is one of craft, resilience and cultural pride. She reflects on the flavors that raised her, the recognition that marked a turning point in her career, and the responsibility she feels as a Filipina sharing her work with an international audience.