AN EDITOR’S TOP FIVE WELLNESS TIPS TO BE HAPPY, HEALTHY AND THRIVING
Science-Backed Practices That Truly Work As we celebrate Wellness Month for August, prioritizing our health feels more important than ever. With the renewed popularity of saunas, Pilates, and functional medicine, it’s easy to get swept up in trends. But beyond the buzz, which practices are actually backed by science? Here, we highlight the routines and […]
Songs for Selina’s Mica Javier on Amplifying Filipino Global Storytelling
In every generation, there are artists who don’t just perform culture—they shift it. Mica Javier has long been known as a multi-hyphenate—pop star, actor, and creative force. But with Songs for Selina, her latest project, she steps into a new register: one that amplifies Filipino voices and reframes how our narratives are told on screen […]
A Glimpse of Michael Leyva’s New Atelier at the Peninsula Manila
Located across the lush greenery of the Ayala Triangles Park and situated on the first floor of the iconic Peninsula Hotel, Michael Leyva unveiled his flagship atelier in the most refined manner. In attendance were close friends, muses, and prestigious names who all spoke of and supported Leyva’s prowess as one of the ones to […]
Ashtin Earle on Embracing Authenticity and Being True to Oneself
Social media dominates our pop culture. Influencers from every corner of the internet churn out an endless stream of content, yet a few create to tell meaningful stories. One of them is Ashtin Earle—proof that being yourself, on and off socials, is the secret sauce to life. Having just turned twenty-two, Ashtin navigates the complex […]
AN EDITOR’S TOP PICKS FOR ARTEFINO 2025
Going to ArteFino is always a treat for the soul. Each edition always brings out the best of Philippine craftsmanship whether it is through the artisanal foods made by the loving hands of business owners from different walks of life, to the incredible works created by talented jewelers, fashion designers, and lifestyle brands who exemplify […]
OPENING NEW WORLDS: I AM C.U.L.T.U.R.E.D. CELEBRATES YEARS OF GLOBAL IMPACT
On a warm July evening in Brooklyn, the rooftop of The Arlo Williamsburg pulsed with the sounds of samba, the scent of spice, and the collective energy of a mission in motion. The occasion was the seventh annual fundraising gala for I Am C.U.L.T.U.R.E.D., a nonprofit quietly making a global difference -one student, one passport, […]
Angkan’s Creative Director Carol de Leon Broke Every Fashion Rule—And Won
We sat down with Carol to explore how Angkan intertwines Filipino heritage with global sensibilities, her journey from fast fashion to slow, conscious luxury, and the values that continue to guide her vision. Fast fashion has often dictated the course of trends—nowadays, it’s a microcosm of what’s considered viral or noteworthy. Specific “cores” (as the […]
Ticking Ovaries and Judgmental Eggs: Inside the World of EGG TIMER
In a world where timelines and societal standards define a woman’s worth, Award-winning director Rosie May Bird Smith flips the script—literally. EGG TIMER, her latest dark comedy, explores the “ticking biological clock” that women encounter with unfiltered wit and, surprisingly, giant walking eggs? As absurd as it may seem, the film is incredibly relevant and […]
HEIRLOOM BY JOR-EL ESPINA: A LOVING TRIBUTE TO THE ICONIC PATIS TESORO
Jor-El Espina launched a new collection that embodies his design philosophy while honoring the heritage of Filipino craft and design, under the tutelage of the Grand Dame of Philippine Fashion, Patis Tesoro herself. Their collaboration began during an opportune visit to Tesoro’s home in San Pablo, Laguna, with the founders of ArteFino in the latter […]
Nxt Museum Presents: Still Processing
An Immersive Exploration of Data, Emotion, and Technology Amsterdam – From February 7 to October 5, 2025, Nxt Museum presents Still Processing, a compelling group exhibition that delves into the intricate dance between human consciousness and technological evolution. Under the curation of Bogomir Doringer, this thought-provoking showcase brings together established artists Boris Acket, Gabey Tjon […]
