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I’m your typical lady driver—always carefree and always in high-heels,” exclaimed Jen Jimenez Yalung, General Manager of Shiseido Philippines Corp., when I asked her about who she is as a driver. Nowadays, it seems rare to find someone with such a ca

Longchamp has long stood for Parisian excellence and allure. From its fine leather constructions evoking the culture’s art appreciation, to even the racehorse–the brand’s iconic signifier–that portrays movement with elegance, Longchamp never ceases t

Gracing our olfactory senses is the latest entry in Dolce & Gabbana’s acclaimed Light Blue fragrances, which was released last September 2021. Evoking the uncanny zest, warmth and sparkle of the Mediterranean coast, Light Blue Forever consists of a d

A groundbreaking discovery arose from a very simple question that ST 6747 Resources Corporation (STRC), the joint venture of SMDC and Federal Land, asked themselves: what is it about residential lots that made it escalate in value? Is it proximity to

The name of Furne One brings to mind breathtaking haute couture creations, often unique, dramatic, and out-of-the-box. Through his own brand, Amato Couture, the Dubai-based Filipino fashion designer has been dressing up Hollywood A-listers—Beyonce, L

For its TVC for the upcoming James Bond feature, the timepiece becomes a handy tool for the agent. The highly anticipated 007 film, No Time To Die, is set to reach world-wide audiences from September 30 in the UK, and as the anticipation builds, a ne

It took almost 100 years for it to happen, but the Philippines finally got its first Olympic gold medal last July. Hidilyn Diaz outlifted her competition in the women’s 55 KG event at the Tokyo Games, breaking the Olympic record in the process. “Nak

A Discovering one’s passion can be a lengthy journey. For some, it takes years of life experience to realize what makes them feel fulfilled. While for others, such as Ivy and Cynthia Almario, their passions were brought to light at a young age, influ

Avignon Clinic continues to champion social responsibility through their social arm, Avignon Cares. On August 30, the wellness institute extended the spirit of volunteerism as the company exerted effort to affect change in the community. Avignon Clin

Moritz Gastl and Jessica Wilson officially tied the knot in a civil wedding at the Sunlight Island Resort in Coron, Palawan. The intimate ceremony “with a small group of loved ones” comes almost two years after their engagement in Papua New Guinea.

Chris Edwards and Alessa Lopez met as two foreigners living in the bustling city of Beijing. “Our first date was in a quaint Italian restaurant in a hutong in Gulou, a lively area traditionally known for its bustling restaurant scene,” says Lopez. T

Lucas Gabriel and Angela Gomez met in Berlin a few years ago through the dating app Bumble. Together for four years, Gabriel proposed on their last trip together just before the first lockdown. “We met in Singapore, and from there we took a short fe

There is a bunch of reasons why face oils should be part of your skin regime. I have been a fan of night oils ever since and I have tried quite a few. These oils provide benefits that creams don’t have. Oils have been an important part of my nightly

“We continue to serve the Filipino people and no pandemic can stop us from achieving greater heights,” says Dr. Steve Mark Gan. The founder of Gan Advanced Osseointegration Center (GAOC) says they want to show the world that Filipino dentists are amo

While I am still firmly on Team Old Céline (welcome back, Phoebe Philo!), I can’t resist a canvas tote. This one with calfskin trimmings is suitable for shoulder and hand carry (the leather handles have a 12 in drop, which should make it comfortable

Make fitness an everyday part of life with the Gymgal Weighted Bangles. These chic pieces of resistance feel comfortable and can be worn in all types of activities: yoga, running, aerobics, Pilates, core training, walking, or running errands. Burning

Launched in 2020, Pagerie is the first luxury house dedicated to pet accessories. Its idea was sparked when Mandy Madden Kelley, the brand’s founder, noticed that people dressed “immaculately” had their looks ruined next to their dogs sporting plasti

Café Fleur is inspired by his late mother Lutgarda’s recipes. At the beginning stages of opening Cafe Fleur, Chef Sau Del Rosario admits that he didn’t have a solid concept of what its menu would look like. However, he knew he wanted to provide Fili

Aston Martin has been developing an SUV since 2015, was put on the test track in 2018, and was finally released this year. This is a significant move for the 108-year-old British Marque. The DBX reached Manila through the Tagle Group of Companies. “

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars marked the 144th birthday of its co-founder, the Honorary Charles Stewart Rolls last August. “While he is of course best known as one of our co-founders, The Hon Charles Stewart Rolls, born on this day in 1877, was also a pione

A few days ago, Bulgari opened its first ever exhibit in Korea, showcasing about 190 of its creations. Called Bulgari Colors, the selections included range from jewels from the luxury brand’s archival heritage vault to pieces from private collections

Months ago, commuters were puzzled to see an unknown statue covered in tarp towering along EDSA. It went viral online as Filipinos wondered what it is—and what it is for. SM Megamall recently uncovered this mystery, unveiling a 12-meter, mirror stain

Before the pandemic hit, Palawan was one of the top tourism draws in the country. Travelers fly in from all over to spend a relaxing vacation at what is considered as the “last frontier” in ecological conservation. El Nido and Coron are consistently

The best way to see the beauty of the Philippines Is by sailing through its coast. This is what a sailor friend told us when we started going to the beach regularly during the pandemic. While on the beach, we found ourselves wondering and wanting to

It started with bicycle rides in Paris. Chefs Walter and Margarita Manzke often explored the French capital’s sights and restaurants on bikes. The chefs of Republique, Petty Cash, Sari-Sari Store in Los Angeles, as well as Wildflour Cafe and Bakery i

Im standing in waist-deep water next to my husband Brage. We’re holding up a huge, squishy sting ray in our arms as a dreadlocked Caribbean man named Scooby Doo tells us to smile for the camera. This visit to Stingray City was just one of the stops o

This Parisian-inspired restaurant just opened last June, and is the hottest place now in the city of angels. A baby of Republique owners Chefs Walter and Margarita (sister of Ana Lorenzana-De Ocampo) Mazke, Bicyclette evokes the best of French bistro

Constantly checking the time is the norm for Sarah Lahbati-Gutierrez. Whether it’s for a meeting, a workout, or a class, it’s imperative for her to be on time. “I was born and raised in Switzerland where time is such a big thing,” she tells Lifestyle

he Cavaliere dell'Ordine della Stella d'Italia award directly translates to “Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy.” The prestigious distinction is given to those who actively promote Italian products and develop cordial relations with the Europea

Surprisingly, Chef Vallerie Castillo-Archer, the first-ever female executive chef of Los Angeles’ Japanese restaurant Yamashiro, didn't even think she'd get hired when she started as its pastry chef. "When I began my career as a chef, I had no idea t

What started out as Sandrine Kretz's act of kindness as a teacher to parents looking for an apartment in Paris has now become a reputable independent luxury real estate agency, Kretz and Partners. Sandrine, along with husband of 38 years, Olivier, an

“I really believe that everything happens for a reason,” says Dr. Vicki Belo. “And I’ve gone through so much in 31 years.” The retrospection was warranted. We were in a Zoom call with the Belo Medical Group CEO, who just came back from a trip to Pari

In 1995, when Mark 'Jappy' Gonzalez opened multi-label concept store Homme et Femme in Shangri-La Edsa Plaza, he valued being "irrelevant but relevant" in the retail industry. Gonzalez effectively disrupted the fashion retail scene by product and bra

Chef Miko Calo is the kitchen leader at Metronome, a modern French bistro in BGC that she opened with partners Elbert Cuenca, Alain Borgers, and RJ Galang. Here, she turns French food ideas in her head, in her notebooks, and in photo pegs into realit