Lifestyle Asia presents its Art Issue this September, recognizing our artists whose creations have uplifted and inspired their fellow Filipinos and a global audience. Cover girl Mai Mai Cojuangco represents exactly this–a Filipina residing in Florence while juggling her roles as entrepreneur, designer, and mother. In this issue she shares how she is raising her daughter and innovating her brand while remaining steadfast on her Filipino roots. Some of the artists featured in the issue include Len Cabili and her Filip + Inna collection, Carlo Calma as artist and architect, author Lissa de Guia who narrates the story behind her new book, and the trailblazers behind Hapag who have demonstrated what innovative Filipino cuisine looks like. Cheers to the creators who add color, joy, depth, and flavor to our lives!

Lifestyle Asia welcomes a new chapter in its decades-long run this August as it introduces new editor-in-chief, Candy Dizon. For her first issue, she has Bling Empire star Kevin Kreider on the cover, in a spread shot in Los Angeles. He talks about his life’s journey and the passions he fights for. This theme is carried through the rest of the issue, as the likes of Bea Ortoll-Manahan, Katrina Holigores, Sarah Weston, Toff De Venecia, Emmeline Villar, Dominique Cojuangco, and Tony Rivera talk about their advocacies, hobbies, and life-long pursuits. To new beginnings!

Emmeline Aglipay-Villar on Leaving Public Service, Self-Care, and Helping Those in Need – Lifestyle Asia
Apart from her outreach activities, the former DOJ undersecretary looks forward to pursuing other dreams. Emmeline Aglipay-Villar finds herself in the most precarious circumstances for a hardworking woman like herself: a vacation.

As we are about to end the first half of 2022, fresh beginnings are on the minds of many. It is the same with Lifestyle Asia’s June issue, where stories of different directions and trails blazed are highlighted. On the cover is new global stylista Heart Evangelista-Escudero, who shares how she overcame challenges in the past few years and discovered new paths in the process. Victor Consunji, Tessa Prieto Valdes, and Xandra Rocha-Araneta also talk about life developments, from family to work, while the Woman of Steel Alice Eduardo opens up about her journey and opens the doors to her Beverly Hills home. Meanwhile, Paolo Campos, Ronald Robins, Eric Thomas Dee, and Jessan Macatangay give insights on forging on in this brave new world.

Dr. #VickiBelo’s hands-off approach to bringing out the best in everything she touches expands on her steadfast techniques as a parent.
Applying her own childhood experience, the doctor of the stars gives her daughter, #ScarletSnowBelo, the liberty to explore hobbies and develop skills on her own—while watching from a safe distance.
Learn more about Dr Vicki Belo’s firm approach on raising her child

Alice Eduardo reflects on a life of entrepreneurship, leadership, and generosity to build the foundation for a radically different future.
As the president and CEO of Sta. Elena Construction and Development Corporation, she has played an important role in shaping not only Metro Manila, but also key provincial cities and communities.

Read more about the “Woman of Steel”.

In the past two years, the transformative and multifunctional aspects of the spaces we inhabit have been emphasized. Our homes are not only places of rest, it is where connections are strengthened, dreams are formed, and visions realized. This is true for the Teos, who grace our April cover, and every home that they build together. The family invites us into their Tagaytay vacation home to show their bright interiors, which parallel their positive outlook in life. We also pay a visit to the homes of Pinky Tobiano, Camille Lhuillier, and Ricco Ocampo. Big names in design also share their design journeys, from Ito Kish to Carlo Calma to Tessa Alindogan.

Many stories of innovation and creativity were born alongside the challenges the country faced in the last two years. One such tale of success is that of Jonathan So and Carlito Macadangdang and their tech wonder Toktok. The duo, who appear on the cover of Lifestyle Asia’s March 2022 issue, believe that their company’s future is limitless. More lessons are shared through other stories within the issue, from Anne Curtis’ much needed time away from the spotlight to Kevin Tan’s vision for a better tomorrow.

It’s a new year full of promise, especially when it comes to travel. With cities and borders opening up, we are presented with more opportunities to discover parts unknown and rediscover the beauty of the world around us. Our March cover star Anne Curtis did just that as she spent the last two years relishing in the joys of motherhood and spending many moments in Australia and on holidays in Europe with husband Erwan and daughter Dahlia. Lifestyle Asia also talks to different movers and shakers in the tourism industry as they prepare for more trips for those hungry for exploration. See you all out there!

Despite these uncertain times, Alliance Global’s CEO #KevinTan remains optimistic and determined to help the company reach greater heights.
From keep operations running while protecting their employees, their successful digitization efforts, to discovering opportunities despite the pandemic, click the link to read how AGI’s CEO moves forward towards a better tomorrow

#BeatriceLuigiGomez’s empowering story of grit and passion is a brilliant embodiment of rarity in her own magnificent way—just like Jewelmer’s golden South sea pearl.

From fighting for better LGBTQIA+ representation to finding her purpose beyond pageantry, read more how this Cebuana multi-hypenate is steering society to a more loving, accepting, and empowering future.

To cap off the year and to look forward to the next, Lifestyle Asia highlights some of the stories that defined the last 12 months. We list down 21 names that shaped 2021, led by Hidilyn Diaz, the Philippines’ first Olympic champion. On the cover is Juana Manahan-Yupangco, whose Mesa ni Misis advocates for healthier living through plant-based eating. Also: a few of our friends share their holiday party could-have-beens, making us excited for better days for when we can celebrate together again.

One look at Ronald Ventura’s body of work and one immediately thinks of an opinionated, hardened individual that maintains a certain warmth and softness for the imperfect, the chaotic. There’s social commentary woven into his work, often seen as criticism that most definitely comes from a place of love—the tough kind but love all the same.

At home, life’s simple luxuries have been occupying #RichardGutierrez and #SarahLahbati’s time, from cooking for the family to homeschooling.

Last March, before the situation took a turn due to COVID-19 variants, the family spent weekends together and tried motocross for the first time through classes with a coach.

It’s “stepping out of our comfort zones,” Sarah writes in an Instagram post, to gain “new experiences and knowledge.”

Pursuing chances like this to learn is just as important for the couple as it is for their kids.

In Volume III, we look back as we face forward to the future. On the cover are Cornerstone Entertainment president Erickson Raymundo and actor Sam Milby, who share more than a decade of friendship and working relationship that started out as a leap of faith. With all the uncertainties of the world that affects this business called show, the duo and their ever-growing company are choosing to be unafraid and ready to evolve with the times. Other stories of overcoming are also in the issue, highlighting what is essential and remind us that standing up again is possible.

In this special August 2021 issue, we delve into what is essential in these uncertain times we’re living in. On our cover is Sheila Romero, who, after receiving healing from God, shares her faith lessons and helping hand to others who are struggling. We also hear from others who have found meaning, purpose, and perspectives in their lives, from race car driver Daniel Miranda to Casa Bella Home and Living co-founder Stephanie Coyiuto-Tay to slow food grower and designer Hindy Weber.

This July, Ces Drilon graces the cover of Lifestyle Asia. The veteran journalist has had a tough past year, but, by facing her challenges head on, helping others, and taking care of herself more, she is finally seeing better days. Other personalities who are seeing a positive change are included in the issue: Sara Black, Isabelle Daza, Juana Yupangco, Bianca Araneta Elizalde and Jose Luis Lozano have found different paths to wellness, which they are eager to share with others.

Even in these complicated times, companies, individuals, and industries always have a mind for things that last. One such person banners Lifestyle Asia Volume II, Metro Pacific’s Chaye Cabal-Revilla, whose personal advocacies are rooted in sustainability. The issue is packed with other names who work to build a better future. Whether it’s working at preventing the clothes we wear from becoming landfill fodder to making sure that coffee will be around for years to come, these efforts and voices remain committed and hopeful.

Even in these complicated times, companies, individuals, and industries always have a mind for things that last. One such person banners Lifestyle Asia Volume II, Jewelmer’s Marion Branellec-De Guzman, whose family believes in sustainable farming.

The issue is packed with other names who work to build a better future. Whether it’s working at preventing the clothes we wear from becoming landfill fodder to making sure that coffee will be around for years to come, these efforts and voices remain committed and hopeful.

Solenn Heussaff-Bolzico, whose first two years as a mother is spent in quarantine, is on the cover of Lifestyle Asia’s May issue. In the spread photographed by Mark Nicdao at the Metropolitan Theater, she shares how she sings a love story for her fellow Filipinos through her art. Inside, the endurance of a business is in the team who builds it in the same way that the strength of a country is in its people. Malu Gamboa, Christopher Cachuela, Toby Claudio, and Rosanna Ocampo-Rodriguez share what they are doing to flourish through challenging times. Plus: Bling Empire star Kelly Mi Li talks about representation, mental health, and #StopAsianHate.

With travel and movement still limited this year, our collective focus continues to be inward, particularly on the spaces, rooms, and corners we inhabit. On the cover is Stephanie Kienle Gonzalez and Jessica Kienle Maxwell, the super sisters at the helm of luxury brand Philux. We also explore the meaning of home with Derek Ramsay, Cecile Zamora, Nathalie Küpfer Henares, Pie Alvarez, and Candy Dizon, who share personal renovation and construction projects they have recently undertaken. Many other rich and interesting voices in design also share their stories: Happy Ongpauco-Tiu, Cyndi Fernandez, Fort Street Studio, Chito Vijandre, Ricky Toledo, and many more.

Gracing our February 2021 e-cover exclusive, Hindy Weber emphasizes the importance of protecting the environment amidst a pandemic, being a role model for her children, and sharing some simple and stylish fashion.

While this year was difficult with little to celebrate, there were people who stood up and helped mitigate the current circumstances. Lifestyle Asia highlights Jaime Zobel de Ayala and Pasig City’s Mayor Vico Sotto, two examples who worked tirelessly and with grace, nary a complaint in sight. Along with them, we listed a round-up of people whose actions made them worthy of being lauded. We also spoke with ING’s Hans Sicat about the future of banking. Read these and more in the latest issue of Lifestyle Asia.

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Feast your eyes on the Lifestyle Asia Food Issue. This November, read about Rikki and Beng Dee’s ever-evolving food empire. We chat with chefs Jordy Navarra, JP Anglo, Josh Boutwood, Tony Boy Escalante, Jessie Sincioco, Florabel Co-Yatco and Chele Gonzalez on their gastronomic journeys, and the Raintree Hospitality Group’s Andrej Wisniewski on the importance of the dining industry to the local economy and innovation in a time of panic. We take a bite at Blackbird, Metiz and have a quick jaunt over to New York for Spanish delights at Mercado Little Spain. Finally, we celebrate the gift of giving with the 2020 Gift Guide for all your gifting needs.

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Women rule the roost for the October Issue of Lifestyle Asia. The future is female and who else better to celebrate it with than Vicki Belo and Gaita Forés? Leaders in their own respective industries, they share with us their stories: the pursuit of happiness and the journey to the top. For this month’s special feature, we meet Cris Albert, Feli Atienza, Suzette Ayson, Roxanne Farillas, Connie Haw, Florence Ko and Pinky Tobiano. All seven of them tell us what it takes to be the kind of women they are today, from stories of hard work, faith and dreaming relentlessly. This month, we learn that nothing is impossible.

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As Lifestyle Asia returns to newsstands this September, we round up a powerhouse cast of unique individuals who braved the new age in the middle of a longstanding lockdown and share inspiring stories that beg the readers to just live everything and more importantly, have courage. On the cover is Maria Ressa, whose incredible journey and fierce advocacy raises the flag for press freedom and accountability. We also feature Brian Cu, Grab Philippines’ head honcho, as he ventures on to his next original business idea. Audrey Tan-Zubiri graces our pages as well, narrating how her family dealt with COVID. Society members also shared their sentiments on how they coped with the socio-economic impacts on the various lifestyles they lead. Tina Cuevas, Sharmila Hiranand, Mike Lagman, Happy Ongpauco-Tiu, and Tessa Prieto-Valdes reflect on the year so far. All these and more on the September Issue of Lifestyle Asia.

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As Lifestyle Asia returns to newsstands this September, we round up a powerhouse cast of unique individuals who braved the new age in the middle of a longstanding lockdown and share inspiring stories that beg the readers to just live everything and more importantly, have courage. On the cover is Maria Ressa, whose incredible journey and fierce advocacy raises the flag for press freedom and accountability. We also feature Brian Cu, Grab Philippines’ head honcho, as he ventures on to his next original business idea. Audrey Tan-Zubiri graces our pages as well, narrating how her family dealt with COVID. Society members also shared their sentiments on how they coped with the socio-economic impacts on the various lifestyles they lead. Tina Cuevas, Sharmila Hiranand, Mike Lagman, Happy Ongpauco-Tiu, and Tessa Prieto-Valdes reflect on the year so far. All these and more on the September Issue of Lifestyle Asia.

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In the latest issue of Lifestyle Asia, we look into the journeys of beauty, wellness, and self-acceptance of the industry’s most prolific personalities. On our cover is Aivee Teo who shares how beauty with a purpose empowers people. Bianca Araneta-Elizalde, Lia Bernardo, Doron and Cherryl Glazer, and Rissa Mananquil-Trillo tell us what it’s like to help others in curating their own healthy lifestyles. We also have 2020’s wellness forecast, summer beauty looks to try, and must-have makeup products this season. All these and more on the March issue of Lifestyle Asia.

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Lifestyle Asia begins 2020 by showcasing the best of the Philippines. Department of Tourism Secretary Berna Romulo-Puyat joins us in El Nido as she talks about how the government and local communities work hand in hand in preserving our country’s natural wonders. We also revisit top destinations such as Boracay, Vigan, Siargao, and El Nido, inviting both new and returning travelers to discover more unforgettable experiences. Read Tim Yap’s love letter to the unparalleled splendor of our islands and find out how Filipino industry leaders like Francis Gotianun and Vicki Belo do our country proud through their unwavering passion and dedication to their craft.

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As another year ends, we take a look at some of the most prominent personalities who have made a positive and significant difference in the lives of many. The December-January issue of Lifestyle Asia puts Catriona Gray in the spotlight as she shares how changing the lives of others through her work has in turn, changed hers as well. Grace Barbers-Baja, KC Concepcion, Rocio Olbes-Ressano, Geraldine Roman, and George Royeca discuss how their ideas have sparked much-needed awareness and action for their advocacies. Also, we bring you to Lifestyle Asia’s exclusive RSVP event in Bangkok where invited guests enjoyed a lavish feast and a luxurious shopping experience unlike any other.

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This November in Lifestyle Asia, we put the spotlight on purpose and philanthropy. Lifestyle Asia, as the only luxury media publication in partnership with Kaye Tinga and Tessa Prieto-Valdes’ Red Charity Gala, features the highlights of the magnificent event—the fashion, the auction, and all of society’s most influential people who graced the event. Now on its 11th year, the duo outdoes themselves yet again by staging a grand production that brings back 10 of the Gala’s past designers. We also sit down with The Honorary Consul of The Gambia, Agnes Huibonhoa and talk about her altruistic passion projects. And lastly, an incredible list of nearly a hundred excellent gift ideas for the fast-approaching holiday season. All these and more in our latest issue.

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In Lifestyle Asia’s October 2019 Issue, Crazy Rich Asians author Kevin Kwan talks about the success of his book, the movie, and the importance of telling stories that are close to home. We also talk to powerful Asian entrepreneurs Ronald Akili, Suvita Chansrichavala, and Patrick Grove who tell us about what true power means and what it takes to get to the top. Two newsmakers who’ve made headlines for their epic wins, Mayors Isko Moreno and Francis Zamora share their principles on good governance. All these and more in our latest issue.

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The September 2019 Issue of Lifestyle Asia features Drs. Aivee and Z Teo as they celebrate 10 years in the business as pioneers in the field of dermatology and aesthetics. Amina Aranaz, Mark Bumgarner, Ana Lorenzana , Jhett Tolentino and Vince Uy share their stories on living lives filled with purpose and excellence. Roxanne Farillas tells her journey of building a lasting legacy in fashion. Why Dubai, Tenerife, London, South Africa or Mongolia should be your next destination. All these and more in our latest issue.

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Lifestyle Asia’s August 2019 issue is Beauty and Wellness, with ageless wonder Charmaine Lagman gracing the cover. She shares with us beauty tips, her thoughts on ageing and what she wants to pass on to her daughters. In the issue are the latest fitness workouts to try, what to wear when doing them and places to visit after. We also chat with Dr Aivee Teo, Marga Nograles and Pinky Tobiano, who talk with us how they are shaping to make the world a more beautiful place through their projects and endeavors. All this and more in the latest issue of Lifestyle Asia.

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On this month’s issue, Camille Villar shares how working with her family has made their business successful. We sit down with a new generation of leaders who leave an inspiring legacy in their family enterprises. With Lifestye Asia’s latest issue, discover how visionaries live a meaningful life driven by purpose.

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Nothing speaks luxury than a life well-lived. This June, Bea Valdes invites us to her haven of respite to show us what really matters most. Five prominent personalities share their most invaluable treasures. For LA Voice, Trish Panlilio offers invaluable wisdom on what makes life rich and beautiful. With Lifestyle Asia’s latest issue, discover what makes life opulent and substantial as we bring an entirely new meaning to luxury.

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On this month’s issue, we sit down with three women who have dominated Philippine Social Media in their own authentic way—Juliana Gomez, Jess Wilson, and Celine Lopez. Their audacious tell-alls reveal how each of them led their generations in the digital revolution. We also feature five other personalities, each with their own point of view on the pros and cons of the fast-evolving innovations of digital platforms and technology. Celine Lopez and her unapologetic honesty has always been appreciated by her followers even before the rise of social media. She continues to thrive in the digital landscape, wiser, stronger, and more uninhibited than ever.

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On this month’s issue, we sit down with three women who have dominated Philippine Social Media in their own authentic way—Juliana Gomez, Jess Wilson, and Celine Lopez. Their audacious tell-alls reveal how each of them led their generations in the digital revolution. We also feature five other personalities, each with their own point of view on the pros and cons of the fast-evolving innovations of digital platforms and technology. Celine Lopez and her unapologetic honesty has always been appreciated by her followers even before the rise of social media. She continues to thrive in the digital landscape, wiser, stronger, and more uninhibited than ever.

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On this month’s issue, we sit down with three women who have dominated Philippine Social Media in their own authentic way—Juliana Gomez, Jess Wilson, and Celine Lopez. Their audacious tell-alls reveal how each of them led their generations in the digital revolution. We also feature five other personalities, each with their own point of view on the pros and cons of the fast-evolving innovations of digital platforms and technology. Celine Lopez and her unapologetic honesty has always been appreciated by her followers even before the rise of social media. She continues to thrive in the digital landscape, wiser, stronger, and more uninhibited than ever.

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Our April issue is not your typical “Weddings” issue. On top of three exquisite weddings captured in beautiful photos, we also take a look at six diverse couples, whose unique relationships redefined a life after exchanging “I do’s.” The lovely Heart Evangelista is on the cover, with her touching and inspiring story of walking down the aisle gracing the pages of our magazine.

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Lifestyle Asia’s March pages are filled with inspiration, empowerment, bravery and courage of women in the homes and work place. Wives, mothers, home-makers, bosses and philanthropists share words of wisdom. Read about six power women Che Uy, Stephanie Zubiri-Crespi, Carla Yeung Mckowen, Sheila Romero, Happy Ongpauco-Tiu & Cindy Yap-Yang. Feli Atienza is this month’s LA Voice. As a treat for fashion fanatics, step into two oh-em-gee walk-in closets that will make you drool. All these and more in this month’s print issue.

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Lifestyle Asia February 2019 is Dong Ronquillo’s maiden issue as editor in chief. In line with a new look, we feature several Game Changers and ask what drives them in their respective fields. Karen Davila answers the question, What Makes A Game Changer? We tell the story of Dennis Uy and what industries he plans to monopolize. Tim Yap gives us a tour of Manila’s latest retail trend: multi-brand stores. All these and more in Lifestyle Asia this month.

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Christopher “Toff” de Venecia has played many memorable and important roles on stage and in real life.
Reflecting on his own creative career and now championing a bill that will help the Philippine creative industry thrive, #ToffDeVenecia pours his heart out to usher in a renewed sense of #artistry and #creativity.

Learn more about the congressman’s plans on leading the country’s creative renaissance

Being used to living under the public’s eye, #XandraRocha-Araneta maintains a successful online platform where she inspires people to live gently in the pursuit of happiness, while keeping her personal life private.
“Social media can be a wonderful thing, but it’s also full of viciousness and bullying,” she lamented. “This is why I try to keep things kind and light online.”
Learn more about the influence of kindness to Xandra Rocha’s day-to-day life.

#NicoleTantoco walks us through how she and her husband, architect #MikoDeLosReyes built their ‘Forever Home.’
“Before I met Nicole, I had a very different idea of what my future house would be like,” says de los Reyes. “But then we got married, and the way I imagined our house changed.”
Concepts of tropical modernism which made use of wide-open spaces were incorporated in their sustainable home. To know more about the making of this young couple’s home, click the link below.

During the most challenging times, Sunlight Air and Sunlight Hotels’ Ryna Brito learns to adapt and rise. Meet the woman under 30 who embodies grace amid crisis as she successfully launched an airline company in spite of a pandemic.

Learn more on how she navigated her business through obstacles in this exclusive interview with Lifestyle Asia.

From their secret to staying inspired to create meaningful content, navigating through life during the pandemic, to helpful tips for aspiring content creators, click the link as Tricia Gosingtian, Camille Co, and Laureen Uy get candid in an exclusive interview with Lifestyle Asia.

The wait was finally over, and #HidilynDiaz’s name will forever be a part of Philippine history.
From her champion mindset and willpower to chase her dreams to her little improvements that led to a victory for an entire nation, click the link to read about the journey of the Philippines’ first Olympic gold medal

From his genuine passion for fashion to fearlessly showing off his individuality with his tell-it-like-it-is attitude, #Bryanboy has proven time and time again that he is definitely here to stay.
“People are tired of boring, highly Facetuned static imagery on other platforms. They want to see the raw, the real, and the unfiltered,” he says.
Click the link to read the full story

Three established designers look back at their personal challenges in the pandemic and envision a tomorrow filled with hope, perspective, and style.

Not only have #PattyAng, #MarkBumgarner, and #VaniaRomoff helped keep their respective labels afloat in the past year, they have lent their gifts to help others. Read their story now.

In the journey of honing holistic wellbeing while helping others along the way, the actress launched a zero-pressure activewear brand through Recess.
“I love the idea of carving out time for yourself, and that’s how Recess was born. We wanted to encourage people to have a break and do something good for [themselves]. And I always say this: we’re not human doings. We’re human beings,” she shares. “So it’s okay to just be.

Nacho Tambunting hopes to have an acting career “that I am proud of.”

Tambunting shares with Lifestyle Asia his love for acting, the mindset he has while pursuing roles, and the importance of storytelling above all. 

Young and the Restless: Isabela Albert on Life in Lockdown, Taking Care of Herself, and Taking Charge of her Future – Lifestyle Asia

From honing entrepreneurial skills to developing an eye for design, #DrakeDustinIbay applies his diverse abilities to cultivate #LVNA.

“My love for jewelry started from a very young age. It started with my love for crystals and gemstones and their metaphysical properties. It’s been a passion of mine to this day,” Ibay shares. Beyond his brand’s success, Ibay considers the philanthropic efforts #LVNA provides to be the most rewarding.

This April, our digital cover features #KellyMiLi of #BlingEmpire. Mi Li talks about the idea for the show was sparked, her take on the #StopAsianHate movement, and why it’s okay not to be okay.
“Start conversations with the people around you about Asian hate crimes, racism, and discrimination,” says the star of Netflix’s breakout series.

Stephanie Coyiuto-Tay shares all about her mission of bringing the joy of good design into living spaces. Through Casa Bella Home & Living, Fig & Vine Floral Studio, and other ventures, she works with the knowledge that good design is more personal in these challenging times.

Daniel Lhuillier Miranda shows no signs of slowing down in pursuing his racing dreams and in committing as a loving partner and father.

Lifestyle Asia opens the year with its cover featuring Mandy Bermudez Romero. Through Save Our Schools Network, she inspires fighting alongside the Lumad youth for their rights. She talks about their struggles and the work it takes to defend rights, empower, and bring a future of peace and justice to these communities.

Being part of a long-running industry and excelling in it is no easy feat. It takes creative vision, determination, and trust in the process to deliver remarkable changes with a great positive impact. Yet crossing over to this stage requires an elaborate journey and Kimberly Yao is no stranger to this voyage to success.

The pursuit of different passions is not a new reality, especially among the youth. Traversing from one field to another is a way to discover one’s threshold of greatness. Finding out talent, capabilities, and working on these allow one to discern and fulfill a greater purpose while inspiring others as well. Isabella Fernandez is well-acquainted with this life, navigating many endeavors at the same time. It is tough, but she goes through each one with the enthusiasm she draws upon her active lifestyle, keeping herself spirited and mindful of the present.

The sublime and vast world of the arts is where Mara Michelle Geriene grew up in. With a painter for a mother and a musician for a father, Mara was naturally pulled into the universe of music and dance, letting her hone her musicality at a tender age. “My parents were very supportive of my music tastes,” Mara says. “I owe that all to my parents for allowing me to learn and hear everything and immerse myself in everything I could.” Admiring Celine Dion and Britney Spears, belting out their songs as a child helped her appreciate all kinds of talent in the arts. From singing her way into the world, Mara eventually came across a new passion—acting—and has fallen in love with it.

Taking on many distinct roles at the same time, it is no wonder why Brian Poe Llamanzares is always on the move. Navigating through multiple high-stakes industries—from climate change and disaster risk management studies, journalism, entrepreneurship in the fashion and F&B landscape, and of course, politics, the wealth of his experiences taught him to balance his time well. “It’s easy to switch hats when I know which one to prioritize,” Brian says, reiterating that priority has always been putting others before himself. His primary business, Time Master watches, was “born out of passion and designed to be able to support social causes.” True to the vision, a portion of the sales helps fund MoveEd’s cause and Habitat for Humanity in its response efforts for COVID-19-affected communities. Brian has mounted an anti-bacterial clothing line as well, Someday, Maybe, with good friend Roxanne Montealegre, that keeps jobs in the industry. “Whether politics or business, as long as the goal is clear, I believe I can still make a difference,” Brian attests.

In this hyperactive, by-the-second age, no one is a stranger to the seemingly established practice of working on multiple passions at the same time. Hustling, as it has been branded, has become the standard, and for every pursuit, it is never enough to be complacent. No matter the industry, there must be eagerness and commitment to chase a rigor of excellence. For Isabelle Daza, Mark Bumgarner, Pam Quinones, Mark Nicdao, Sambie Tung, and Mito Fabie, fulfilling their goals is among the essentials of a meaningful life. As known figures in their respective fields, many wonder how exactly these powerhouses navigated their way to reaching their status at present.

In this hyperactive age where cities are packed way past the brim with life and people hustling about, it was nice to see a change within the quiet walls of the storied Intramuros. The world seemed to take a slower pace as I observe a young woman prepare for her cover shoot from a glance, the suits and accessories all laid out on a table in the quaint Batala Bar. Although it began raining sometime during the early stage of the shoot, Rebecca Plaza remains poised as she walks around the old yet well-maintained Casa Manila, following the photographer’s directions with enthusiasm. In-between trying to find shelter from the rain and pleasant conversations, Rebecca is indeed a woman who continuously leads a meaningful life beyond the face of a rousing powerhouse within the architecture and design industry.

There are moments where you just have to pause and be at awe when an unlikely pair meets and chemistry builds instantly. This is what we witnessed with the convergence of our cover personalities at their photoshoot, with the regal and dapper Tap Room of the Manila Hotel as the backdrop of the unexpected, but nonetheless monumental meeting. The bar’s wooden walls accented by bright red furniture make for an adequate setting that reflects the contrasting yet harmonic interactions of these two personas. Tessa Valdes with her signature lively and uplifting energy represented in the regal red, while Mayor Moreno’s laidback demeanor harking to the wooden decor.

The woman who founded Sta. Elena Construction and Development Corporation has graciously invited us into her vacation home in Beverly Hills. Since Eduardo is someone who oversaw and continues to oversee development in a large scale, it would be interesting to see what her thought process is in building her own spaces of rest.

Highlighting the creations of the late National Artist Salvacion Lim Higgins (also known by the endearment Slim), MEGA’s AUGUST issue brings out pride, culture, and tradition running deep at the core of local fashion. With devotion and ardor for fashion and the arts, Filipino creatives prove that a persisting and resolute journey breed worthwhile works and a legacy that will transcend lifetimes. Fronting our cover is Maja Salvador, who brings Slim’s extraordinary pieces back to life. The actress-TV host also talks about longevity and adapting to changes in her personal and professional life.

Also in this issue, get to know the rising homegrown brands that are keeping the Filipino talents on the map through their artisanal pieces. Plus, through our interviews with stalwarts of high fashion and industry experts, MEGA tries to answer the question: Is the Philippines the Next Shopping Destination in Asia?

Fashion has been redefined in the past few years to be more inclusive and accepting. Through fresh lenses, we have come to learn that there is beauty in all shapes and silhouettes—and the world can’t tell us otherwise. This July, Ria Atayde stands steadfast as a figure who is proving the strength of embracing your shape and donning what makes you feel comfortable. To be confident in your own style is one thing, and to continuously choose your self and your own comfort is a rollercoaster ride filled with learning, unlearning, and relearning. Also in this issue, get to know the designers who are daring you to wear new shapes and new silhouettes. Plus, read about the four women who aren’t afraid to scream body positivity in their daily lives.

In celebration of this month’s Pinoy Pride, MEGA puts the spotlight on the Filipino talents who are paving the way to a brighter tomorrow. Leading this vision are our cover stars Belle, Andrea, Francine, Jayda, Alexa, and Charlie—Star Magic’s new generation of talents who dare to think about stardom differently and who have mastered the ability to speak directly to their audience from one platform to another. While in fashion and beauty, meet the creatives who are combining passion and purpose to elevate the local industry.

This month, MEGA explores the spaces slowly being occupied by the Metaverse. Through the dexterity of our cover star, Maureen Wroblewitz, we try to interpret a world where virtual meets physical: virtual realities, NFTs, virtual clothes, virtual clothes, etc. We also get to see the musings of this international model, turned beauty queen, turned actress. Also in the spotlight are brands and designers that are moving to a more sustainable way of doing things. The consumers are slowly following their lead.

Summer has arrived and despite the sweltering heat, there’s a fresh breeze blowing in the air and along with it a feeling of hope. With our cover star and global fashion icon, Heart Evangelista-Escudero, we invite you to slow down and enjoy a world refreshed with freedom. Whether she’s jet-setting to fashion shows or dressing up to lounge at home, she teaches us how to savor each beautiful part of life. Speaking of fashion, embrace the return of dressing with our homegrown brands who are designing with purpose. For beauty and features, discover how mindfulness—from protecting your skin to making mental health a priority—leads to a greater appreciation for life and a greater level of happiness.

Woman by choice. This month, MEGA is embracing every side of femininity: the fierce and compelling type to the soft sensual kind, with our cover stars, Bianca Gonzalez, Bea Soriano-Dee, and Vania Romoff leading by example. Inside, be inspired by fashion designer Furne One who has celebrated feminine prowess for 30 years in fashion. In beauty, we encourage women to speak up whether it’s about consent and intimacy or positive aging. It’s time to let a woman be defined by herself

MEGA is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a cause–a cause to heal, help, and head–to evolve into a brand of style and purpose.

A cause to heal. MEGA evolves with newfound purpose for its 30th anniversary alongside the incomparable Cherie Gil. Leaving her villainess persona behind, the actress is starting a clean slate and embarks on a new journey full of hope and positivity.

Freedom is the new luxury. Discover what it means for our cover stars: OG influencer Bryanboy, who remains as one of the most successful and powerful voices in fashion, and the wildly sexy—and newly married—Ellen Adarna and Derek Ramsay, whose whirlwind romance caught everyone’s attention. From indulgent me-time beauty products, excellent party-time hair and makeup, investment pieces to gift, and 5-star celebrations at home, get ready for a new kind of luxury experience.

MEGA’s annual shopping issue proposes a more sustainable and thoughtful approach to retail therapy. From investment pieces, like your wedding gown, to daily staples, such as sneakers, discover what it takes to add to cart. On our cover is Miss Universe Philippines 2021 Beatrice Luigi Gomez, tattooed and a proud member of the LGBTQIA+, who is heralding a new kind of queen for a new kind of age. Joining her from our pages are Elisse Joson, Pia Wurtzbach, women who who are all redefining what success is—and what it looks like.

The real you is the best one. This month MEGA celebrates beauty and technology that empower and reveal the authentic self. Discover inspiring stories from creative minds, led by cover star Alodia Gosiengfiao, as well as beauty and fashion stories to make you re-think what is possible.

Fashion is back and taking its rightful place, front and center. Discover the latest from Louis Vuitton as modeled by cover star Catriona Gray and the 20 most covetable shoes and bags to indulge in this season. Also, discover the latest Filipino brands that should be in your radar: from self-styled ternos to chic essentials. In beauty, mane man Renz Pangilinan gathers a coterie of women—from Pia to Liza and Ivana—who can serve as your next big hair inspiration. Lastly, discover why a low maintenance friendship may be exactly what you need now.

Traveling, whether to exotic destinations, to be with loved ones, or to simply break free, is a dream. This month, we’re indulging in the luxury of the journey, starting with cover star, the iconic Anne Curtis. She’s back after a long sojourn, and she’s stronger than ever. From fashion inspired by the space race to a style dispatch straight from Fashion Week, and one editor’s very personal account of actually traveling during the pandemic, we keep pushing on, hoping—and aiming—for the best.

This month MEGA is making things work. Fronted by fierce females Bella Ysmael and Milka Romero, we put the focus on remarkable females, including dazzling muses Catriona Gray and Ellen Adarna, sports giants like Alyssa Valdez and Pauline Lopez, and visionary entrepreneur Glenda Victorio. Following their lead, fashion and beauty work overtime, making us feel and look good, with color enlivening everything and personal style at the forefront. It’s time to take control and live as boldly as we want.

From helping break down the prejudice of going under the knife to building a beauty empire and living a life that has inspired so many people, Dr. Vicki Belo is a true pioneer and a visionary.

Discover what it takes to reach the heights of her success and the depths of her wisdom.

Her elegant designs accentuate both the strength and vulnerability of femininity. #VaniaRomoff paints a world of calm and hope as a new mother-of-three and as a designer welcoming new possibilities.

Launching a new label during quarantine takes courage but #PattyAng’s resiliency and palpable spirit shine through, incandescent as ever. Choosing to live a life in color, she uses her voice and platform to empower other women to find their own strength.

Young, bright, and brimming with determined energy, #RosenthalTee electrifies with the breadth of her work and the depth of possibilities. Never one to back down from a challenge, she exemplifies the potential of female design.

This summer, MEGA welcomes the future. Fronted by Ivana Alawi, the internet’s ingenue as fashion’s cosmic frontierswoman, the issue features scintillating fashion from Louis Vuitton, essential skincare straight from the editors’ vanities, and profiles on people bucking the city for life by the sea.

This month, be prepared to go where your passions take you. Maggie Wilson-Consunji shows us why fortune indeed favors the bold with a smoldering editorial in Bali. Dress the part with sexy day dresses and serene silhouettes, and let multitasking beauty products let you focus on achieving your goals.

Spark joy with MEGA as we celebrate 29 years of being the Philippines’ Best Fashion Magazine. Discover 2021’s style code with cover star Heart Evangelista-Escudero leading the way. From sexy loungewear to statement dresses, prismatic makeup and ornamental hair, it’s time to get happy. Also, get ready for a shopping revolution as the crazy rich Asians build a bling empire.

There’s no shortage of style and cheer as we ease into the last part of the year. Fronted by Hayden Kho Jr., a man of faith and assured taste, we set the mood with our style staples and the season’s new essentials.

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Supermodel Hannah Locsin fronts the November 2020 edition, an ode to the courage of people living in a brave new world. The annual Shopping Issue is imbued with a sense of responsibility and awareness, focusing on local finds and talent, as well as sustainability. Together, we move forward with joy and optimism as we rediscover the fun and fantasy of fashion and beauty, highlighting everything that shines and sparkles.

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Our annual Big Beauty Issue gets real and goes skin deep, starting with the stunning Solenn Heussaff, who lets us in on quarantine life as an artist and a new mom in a series of raw and unedited photos. Then, discover the best skincare and makeup (yes, we’re still wearing it) for the new normal in our Beauty Awards. Get the rundown on the state of beauty in the country as some of the biggest bosses—from influencers to entrepreneurs and top executives—share their learnings. Lastly, fashion starts to get festive with fluoro shades and electric pairings.

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And from the depths, we rise, one stroke at a time, reaching for the light—for life. This is the new MEGA. Bolder and stronger, we are taking on a radically different reality with a fresh perspective on fashion, beauty and beyond. Our distinctive voice remains, but it is now imbued by a new sense of self and a deeper understanding of what is essential. In this digital age, we dare you to pick up this edition and feel the glossy pages we’ve filled with ideas, people and things that are stylish, purposeful and inspiring. In this issue, discover the best of local fashion artists and artisans, this year’s #NewPH and the reason why Catriona Gray is the face of this brave new generation leading us into the future.

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We see you. As MEGA celebrates 10 years of Pinoy Pride this month, we look back at the individuals and groups that have inspired us, made us proud to be Filipinos and—most importantly—showed us how to make a stand. From fashion to the arts, business and sports, these are the people made, and continue to make, a difference.

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Amid the persistent pandemic, MEGA magazine is committed to telling stories of truth, coming together in strength and hope for its latest issue.

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Can’t look away? Welcome to the female gaze. MEGA celebrates Female Power this month, with no less than Pia Wurtzbach on our cover for the final #MakingMEGA. Who better than the golden queen herself, shot in the sun-soaked beaches of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to lead this revolution? Fashion speaks up with mothers and daughters of style, unapologetic dressing and the trends that get you noticed. Beauty dares to get even more colorful and unapologetic, from nails to hair to the scents of real wonder women. Need more female? Sit down and listen to the stories of the women in our lives—some inspire, some provoke—but let’s be clear: they will all be heard.

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After 7 years and 13 Making MEGA documentaries, we travel halfway across the globe and return to where it all began. We walk along the pulsating, vibrant, and ever so colorful streets of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, playing with danger and daring to standout in fiery fashion with Nadine Lustre, James Reid, and Bret Jackson. #MakingMEGAinRio

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Sing out loud. Make yourself heard. MEGA welcomes the New Year with three women who know their due and take up the space, all while lifting up their fellow females and all the aspects of femininity. Sarah Lahbati takes a new direction as a fashion darling, doting mother and soon-to-be wife. Regine Velasquez Alcasid, a true MEGA woman if there ever was one, lends her hard-earned wisdom and passion to the stage, and Sarah Geronimo, an icon of her generation, a woman who discovered her strength by purposely being vulnerable. MEGA also celebrates a brand new direction, a new beginning with fashion’s green reckoning with the finest and bravest taking a stand for the earth and future generations. The future is here and it’s still something to sing about, a song to end on a major key.

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How do we make our spaces more human-centric in the new normal and beyond? In this issue, BluPrint puts the spotlight on projects that are noteworthy for bringing change in terms of work safety and social engagement. Through this first volume for 2022, BluPrint hopes to inspire everyone to call for spaces that enable us to work better and uplift our community life. Download your copy now!

For its 22nd Anniversary Issue, BluPrint joins the Slow Living movement and encourages everyone to step back and breathe. The third volume for 2021 features storied structures and spaces that call to mind the importance of living life in an unhurried manner. Be inspired by these projects that reflect BluPrint’s values and dedication in creating meaningful dialogues about and around design. Download your copy now!

For its 22nd Anniversary Issue, BluPrint joins the Slow Living movement and encourages everyone to step back and breathe. The third volume for 2021 features storied structures and spaces that call to mind the importance of living life in an unhurried manner. Be inspired by these projects that reflect BluPrint’s values and dedication in creating meaningful dialogues about and around design. Download your copy now!

BluPrint Volume 2 2021 traverses the design continuum to bring you the perfect inspired spaces where creativity is the central theme. This issue is also teeming with stories of influential individuals and how design has been instrumental in setting their personal causes in motion. As we always do, we keep you abreast of the design industry through news and upcoming trends. All that and more in this Work and Play issue.

The global health crisis affects multiple facets of living, and it includes design philosophies, construction practices, and our relationship with the built environment. As humanity continues to gain more understanding of Covid-19, our priorities for living spaces begin to move away from mere aesthetics–there is a collective demand to uphold health and wellbeing. This issue of BluPrint is a collection of design professionals’ deep thoughts, along with a number of curated projects that look forward to an inspiring post-pandemic future.

For our anniversary issue, BluPrint embarks on an exploration of material honesty as embodied by raw concrete, visiting three countries in search of spaces that express the versatility, patina, and brutal candor of this material. From a Jakarta studio engulfed in flora, a Kuala Lumpur concrete retreat, to a Singaporean home making the most of the raw material’s sculptural potential, you will find concrete transcending its workman-like reputation, molded by some of the brightest, most creative minds in the ASEAN region.

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What makes a building delightful? Is it ‘only’ that it functions well? How many buildings do we even know of whose parts attend to the comfort, wellness, and many needs of human beings? This issue, Form Follows Values, is our first attempt in BluPrint to tackle the subject. It is not an easy one to have because it entails opening up about our values and examining whether our work has lived up to them. It means being able to talk about the stuff that really matters in our clients’ lives (not whether they want a six-car garage, roof deck, and infnity pool) and whether the architecture will help sustain and nurture these values.

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The government says: “Build, Build, Build.” We say: “Design, Design, Design.” Considering the totality of what gets built in this country, good architecture is nothing short of a miracle. But the building boom of the past few years has yielded some miracles. There’s the NEX Tower, with its four-story lobby and 11-meter-high green walls, designed by SOM. There’s the Cor Jesu chapel, a collaboration of Kenneth Cobonpue and Zubu Design Associates. Then, there’s Budji+Royal Architecture+Design who have been successfully dealing with tremendous pressure to deliver on skimpy budgets and abbreviated timelines. What they are creating in just over a year’s time in New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac, is miraculous indeed, thanks to general contractor MTD Philippines’ resolve to finish months ahead of the 2019 SEA Games athletes’ arrival in November.

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Like a bridge, sustainability fashions a solution; it examines and critiques in order to identify what is lacking in the environment. Great sustainable designs strive for a universal consensus, just like how truth illuminates all gaps, margins, and recesses of human life. Peruse the pages of BluPrint’s recent issue and we learn about how Dominic Galicia has transformed the Hyundai Logistics Center into a clear testament to the positive consequences of planning for built environments, how Earl Forlales’ award-winning CUBO addresses the perpetuating homelessness and poverty in the Philippines, and the Dutch architecture firm UNStudio answer to the ever-growing issues surrounding densely populated cities. We also discover Vo Trong Nghia Architects’ consistent effort to create and incorporate verdure in homes, and how the House in Leiria by Aires Mateus prominently stands as a consequence of the confrontation between figures and configuration, all the while articulating light and space. Sustainability is not just a simple impression that gradually fades later on. It is a commitment to construct things that will endure, and to give these things a lasting significance.

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This special issue features Filipino and ASEAN firms that have made it to the World Architecture Festival 2019. Why ASEAN? Because we share cultural, climatic, and geographical similarities and can learn from each other. Not to mention, we belong to an integrated region that will inevitably allow borderless practice. We also feature two Filipino WAF winners, who share their thoughts on design issues, as well as advice on presenting before the live jury and audience. The WAF 2017 winners of Small Project of the Year, Alexander Furunes and Sudarshan Khadka (representing Locsin and Partners) for example, had this to say: “Architectural projects are multifaceted, and to condense this into eight minutes is not easy. However, eight minutes is plenty if the ideas behind the projects reflect the actions taken… Aim for clarity, find your voice, and have the guts to go for it.

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BluPrint’s first special issue for 2019 brings forward the younger generation that is ceaselessly redefining creative industries. Inside, we have more than 70 future shapers who are navigating their way towards truth—a gesture that may be viewed as a poignant reminder to always craft for change.

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