Lifestyle Asia

It was July of 2021 when I was half-jokingly told there’s interest for me to be the new EIC of Lifestyle Asia. Naturally, I took it as nothing more than a full-blown laughing matter. Being an editor is serious business. It deals with multi-million do

Patrick Yap and Abby Go have exchanged their vows at the luxury beachside resort of Aureo in La Union. In full view of the seascape, the newlyweds walked down the aisle in matching pieces custom-designed by Rajo Laurel. Cath Sobrevega served as styli

Clark Yap and Yendy Yu got married in a sunset wedding ceremony at La Union’s Aureo Resort. Vania Romoff designed Yu's bridal gown, while Joe San Antonio made her welcome dinner dress. Meanwhile, Vin Orias dressed Yap and his groomsmen in custom crea

Crocodilian skins are rare and precious materials that Louis Vuitton uses in crafting their sought-after pieces. As the skins are tanned, their “destiny” is determined: what design of bag best suits the natural pattern of scales, and what bag design

With a thickness of just 1.80 mm, Bulgari's Octo Finissimo Ultra is the world's thinnest watch. Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani, Bulgari's product creation executive director, says that to finish the product, Bulgari had to challenge its thinking and d

From the get-go, Ember is a lesson in proportions. The kitchen occupies nearly half of the available space. Wine offerings dominate the menu with but a single page reserved for its food items. In place of fanciful nomenclature, Ember settles with jus

While Crystal Dragon has been around since City of Dreams Manila opened its doors in 2015, it remains a sought after establishment for premium Cantonese and regional Chinese cuisine. The restaurant can comfortably accommodate up to 92 patrons, includ

German furniture brand Kare adds the Philippines to over 200 shops in 50 countries. Located at The Podium at Mandaluyong, the 1,000-square-foot space showcases interior designs, lighting, accessories, and arrangements concepts. Since 1981, Kare's cor

Now on its sixth season, Ito Kish is ready to introduce the designer’s new original creations alongside a variety of collections. These will add to its existing Scandinavian originals, mid-century modern pieces, colonial Asian treasures, as well as i

For over 15 years, Lexus has pioneered and innovated electrification, culminating in cars that are exciting, efficient and durable. Near silent powertrains provide dynamic driving experiences while protecting the planet. World leading technology make

In Cartomancer, Yvonne Quisumbing’s most recent exhibition with Silverlens Galleries, a story of progression unfolded. The narrative, starting with a fool who is seeking the wisdom of the world, was told in 10 oil on sculptural substrates, each repre

Everyone dreams of living like the Italians: delicious cuisine, breathtaking landscapes, cultural treasures all at your fingertips. However, la dolce vita requires an immersion into the destination, time spent leisurely understanding the local rhythm

The 53rd Season of Ballet Philippines (BP) will be marked by a time of re-emergence. As the world slowly began to open up again, returning to the grand stage will be distant dream no more. After years of digital migration and online interaction, the

Eco-luxury is made possible at the Deluxe Pool Villa of Nüwa Manila with sustainable amenities. A tropical oasis, the villa provides exclusive access to the 307.67 square meter swimming pool of Nüwa Manila, which features a separate 34.83 square mete

When the pandemic hit, a lot of people craved the outdoors after being cooped for so long. Tonio and Ria Veloso decided to open up their home and provide a safe haven during the lockdown. “My husband Tonio is a professional polo player,” Ria says. “H

Both passionate about equestrianism, Bea Manahan, and Katrina Holigores discovered their love for the sport at a young age. Manahan grew up vacationing with her family in Baguio, and says she has always adored horses. She knew she'd persist in the sp

"What is my purpose?" "Why is my soul here?" or "How do I make an impact in the world?" are some of the questions the centuries-old wisdom Kabbalah is said to answer. Although you may find answers from life's natural peaks and troughs, Kabbalah offer

Delivered with candor and charm, the talk focused on redefining Asian masculinity while narrating the journey of The Bling Empire star. Kreider started off as a young Korean-American adoptee who was bullied in a largely white community but grew up to

Christopher “Toff” de Venecia has played many memorable and important roles on stage and in real life. In the '90s, he was a child actor who starred in several TV shows, films, and commercials. As a student, he dabbled in theater, where he evolved fr

It’s hard not to be charmed by Dominique Cojuangco. She’s warm, genteel, and rather candid. Her face is expressive, her whole demeanor laid-back. She opened the door to her office with a smile, introducing her growing team, her fiancé, and the compan

Like the famous mid-70’s song “Torn Between Two Lovers,” is it possible to love two cities at the same time? As a current resident of New York City as well as being Philippine-born, this has been a constant question I ask myself. Most people I know i

There’s always room to aspire for better, as found by residents of Makati’s Urdaneta Village who tore down their home to bring up a new dwelling in its place. Effectively, they have transformed their residence into the best version of itself. “Ironic

Erwin Doña III's extensive portfolio stands as a deed of sorts to his many titles: Tastemaker, storyteller, strategist, communicator—you name it. But what he really is a true magician in the art of marketing communications (MarCom). Doña has lent his

The Overseas collection continues the spirit of travel with this new tourbillon skeleton model. Available in two versions, in 8K 5N pink gold and Grade 5 titanium. Beyond its NAC-treated caliber, which allows a power reserve of over three days, the O

OTG Easy Beauty was founded to make looking good fun, creative, and straightforward. Catering to people on the go, the Filipinafounded brand designs products with Asian skin in mind. Their range includes the foundation makeup users need in their arse

Emmeline Aglipay-Villar finds herself in the most precarious circumstances for a hardworking woman like herself: a vacation. Usually occupied with documents, laws, and jurisprudence during her nearly four-year tenure as undersecretary at the Departme