Indholdsfortegnelse for July 2024 i Tatler Philippines

TATLER PHILIPPINES Gina Consing McAdam and Siobhán Doran, the authors of Houses That Sugar Built, an Intimate Portrait of Philippines Homes, revealed what sparked the idea for their compendium of stunning Philippine architecture. TATLER MALAYSIA Tatler met Matthew Tang, the 18-year-old who’s secured places to study chemistry at four Ivy League universities. He shared some of the important lessons he learnt during the process. TATLER HONG KONG Tatler secured a rare interview with Gerald Li, the co-founder of Leading Nation, which runs award-winning establishments such as The Diplomat and Cristal Room by Anne-Sophie Pic. TATLER TAIWAN Abner Chao, a Gen.T honouree, co-founded the AmazingTalker online platform with the goal of making online English learning more accessible. He explained how he transitioned from a career in boxing and how he’s facing…

MARK NICDAO Through the years, sought-after lensman Mark Nicdao has photographed the country’s most influential personalities and beautiful faces. His keen eye and remarkable skill in several fields like fashion, art and advertising have been proven on the covers of some of the country’s most prominent magazines. He captures this month’s cover, star and multi-awarded actor Bea Alonzo (p.118). NOÉMI OTTILIA SZABO Europe-based Noémi Ottilia Szabo is a fashion photographer with Hungarian roots. Her style is inspired by Japanese fashion designer Yohji Yamamoto’s quote: “I think perfection is ugly. Somewhere in the things humans make, I want to see scars, failure, disorder, distortion.” She has worked with publications such as Marie Claire and Numéro and luxury brands such as Dior. She photographed Tatler’s fashion shoot in Paris. SOPHIE GREEN Documentary…

“It was love at first laugh when I met Yiouri Augousti,” says lifestyle journalist Millet Mananquil. “He was a riot! So lively, so crazy, so creative and so deep.” Yiouri of course is well known in the art and culture universe as the head of what is now a family dynasty of creatives, maintaining shops in Paris and New York. The label R&Y Augousti represents furniture and home accessories by Yiouri and his wife Ria. Their daughter Kifu, with her own line, and son-in-law Patrick Coard with his huge sculptural works complete the family showcase of artistry. When Yiouri hosted a birthday dinner for his “beloved” friend and neighbour Millet, it was not just a fab experience by Margarita Forés. It was an art event showcasing the latest by Patrick…

Nestled in a quiet corner of the Ayala Triangle Gardens Tower Two sits the Philippines’ first branch of La Casa Del Habano, the international chain popular among cigar connoisseurs around the world as a reliable source for authentic Cuban cigars. Chairman and CEO of Alliance Towers Sherwin Hing brought this passion project to the country, born from his trips abroad. “Everywhere you go outside the US, there’s a La Casa Del Habano, but we don’t have one in the Philippines. On New Year’s Day 2020, I was in one of the La Casa Del Habano [branches] in Bangkok, and I had this idea while smoking. I wanted to put the Philippines on the map of cigar aficionados,” shares Hing. The demand for optimum quality cigars is predicted to grow in…

VISUAL RHAPSODY Enter a world of tropical and idiosyncratic delights at Loewe’s brand new location in Nustar, a luxury resort and retail destination in Cebu. The space is home to a full lineup of women’s ready-to-wear apparel, bags, leather goods, shoes, eyewear, and accessories. Resembling an art collector’s home, the boutique takes design cues from creative director Jonathan Anderson’s Casa Loewe concept—replete with details crafted in red and amber, contemporary furnishings, and artisanal wool rugs manufactured in Spain. ITALIAN SENTIMENTS Stefano Ricci’s boutique oozes quintessential Florentine charm, offering a vast selection of products from formal and casual men’s clothing to fine leather goods. The company’s expression of luxury draws deep from its Italian heritage, as evidenced by its wealth of offerings. The store’s interior reflects the brand’s “100 per cent…

FROM THE ROOTS Set to celebrate its 100th anniversary next year, Fendi has unveiled its first complete fragrance collection. Each of the seven scents represents a distinct personality from the close-knit Fendi family and iconic Roman locations. One scent, Casa Grande, tells the story of Adele Casagrande Fendi, the matriarch who co-founded the maison with her husband Edoardo; it is described as being “as intense as leather and as warm”, symbolising the origin and success of the brand. UNIVERSAL BEAUTY Suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive, Dior’s Le Baume has a creamy texture that repairs the skin barrier while hydrating the hands, lips and body. To celebrate its first anniversary, it returns dressed in a new pink houndstooth couture pattern, produced as a limited edition. PLUMP IT…

At Hublot, orange is the new black—and when the king of coloured ceramics introduces a fun new hue, we sit up and take note. The watch features a polished ceramic 42mm case, available in this vivid orange as well as a subtle dark green, complemented by a micro-blasted black ceramic caseback and a skeleton dial that boldly exposes the inner workings. Equipped with the advanced MHUB1280 Unico 2 Manufacture self-winding chronograph flyback movement, the orange beauty boasts a robust 72-hour power reserve. Limited to 250 pieces. These tourbillons are crafted to make your head spin with excitement…

WEDDING Ava Daza and Luch Zanirato tie the knot again in Masseria Le Torri, Polignano a Mare, Italy. The couple first wed in 2020 in a simple civil ceremony with family and friends, followed by a reception at the Manila Polo Club. After Daza’s proposal to her husband four years later, they decided to exchange vows again. “I had to propose the idea of the wedding because so much was happening for us already—with a baby and a new house—that he was so far from thinking about the wedding. Ultimately, he said it was worth it!” shared Daza. They’ve come to know each other well in their nine-year relationship, which helped when they were faced with three major tasks. “It was a pretty unique time for us because while planning…

Lifestyle tastemaker and noted interior designer Jonathan Matti’s Vetted along Amorsolo Street in Makati is a creative hub that commands attention like no other. Its walls veer away from the usual expansive white, opting for raspberry and chequered-tiled floors. “I want them to have an amazing, positive experience in the various shows at Vetted, whether it be in the visual arts, music, dance or crafts,” says Matti. Vetted is one of the recently opened establishments in the country that aims to promote Filipino artists by introducing a higher level of appreciation. To achieve his mission, Matti not only vets the exhibited artworks but also the people it features. It is a “room with a view”, true to E M Forster’s metaphorical use of the title, as it doesn’t just offer…

Four years as president of Smart Communications, nine years as senior vice president of Meralco, two years as president and CEO of PLDT and Asia Communications Awards (ACA) CEO of the Year in 2022—these are but a few of Al Panlilio’s career highlights. And much like in the world of sports, highlights paint a small picture of a bigger game. Tatler got to sit down with the long-time executive not to delve into business acumen or corporate credo, but to get to know him more through a passion close to his heart: basketball. Having joined in 2016, Panlilio is the president of the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) which is home to both the men’s and women’s division of our national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas. “Basketball has taught me a…

Cream different from other anti-ageing gel creams in the market? It’s a melt-in texture that blends perfectly with the skin and gives a soft and silky finish with a soothing scent of lavender and marjoram. This gel cream preserves the cellular environment and supports cellular lifecycle which results in plump and lastingly moisturised skin, wrinkles visibly reduced, and the face regains its firmness. The skin is targeted to be deeply restructured and regenerated from within to make age just a number. Is there a specific ingredient in this new formula that makes it unique? Please tell us more about it. The Sisleÿa L’Intégral Anti-Âge Fresh Gel Cream contains apple pips extract to stimulate skin regeneration, soy peptide extract and adenosine for collagen synthesis, Persia Acacia extract to boost cellular energy, Lindera…

NATURE’S HUE This version of ProPilot X Calibre 400 showcases technological innovation inspired by the beauty of nature. It stands out with a shimmering dial resembling a beetle’s iridescent wings, created through the use of a novel lasering technique developed with ETH Zürich. The resulting finish is achieved not through pigment, but reflected light—a true state-of-the-art timepiece never seen before in Swiss mechanical watchmaking. Additionally, this watch is powered by Calibre 400, Oris’s in-house automatic, which contains a five-day power reserve, precise accuracy and all-around reliability. DEEP DIVE Panerai’s legacy of crafting precision timepieces for the Italian Navy is vividly embodied in the new Luminor Dieci Giorni GMT PAM01482. This watch, deeply rooted in rich maritime history, showcases an impressive power reserve, a tribute to the technical sophistication of the…

JEWELLERY FEATURE An ornate high jewellery piece, much like any inimitable creation of Tiffany & Co, is rich in the story. The artistry, inspiration and heritage behind each wearable icon shine through in the intricate details, as well as in the meticulous techniques passed down through generations. For the esteemed jeweller, this essence of legacy and reinvention finds its most captivating expression yet in the Blue Book 2024: Tiffany Céleste. A curated display of the brand’s exceptional creations, the first Blue Book debuted nearly two centuries ago. Over the years, it evolved into an annual tradition, embodying the pinnacle of craftsmanship, innovative design and extraordinary diamonds that have long been synonymous with Tiffany & Co. This year’s release is no different. The second Blue Book collection designed by Nathalie Verdeille,…

ART What do the Romanovs, Gladys Deacon the Duchess of Marlborough and Imelda Marcos have in common? All have owned the Kokoshnik pearl diadem, a crown encrusted with 144 diamonds and 25 large pear-shaped pearls, at some point in time. First owned by Empress Maria Federovna, the mother of the last tsar of imperial Russia Nicholas II, the piece was auctioned by Christies in 1927 after the fall of the Russian aristocracy to Lenin’s communist regime and bought by American heiress Gladys Deacon, the wife of the ninth Duke of Marlborough. Shortly after Deacon’s death in 1978, Imelda Marcos, the wife of former Philippines president Ferdinand Marcos, is said to have purchased the piece. Few academics, let alone artists, would think to link these seemingly disparate historical figures and events,…

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR We are on the halfway mark of the year, and the thrill is building up as the 2024 Summer Olympics are on the verge of unfolding in Paris this month. Remember the awe-inspiring achievement of Hidilyn Diaz in 2021, when she carved her name in history with a monumental gold medal win in weightlifting? We eagerly anticipate the surprises this year's games will unveil. The Filipino athletes are all geared up to compete for medals, and our expectations are exceptionally high in boxing, pole vaulting, gymnastics, rowing, fencing and weightlifting. The Olympic articles have to stand front and centre as we have a Paris 2024 Guide to the places to eat, shop and best things to do while in the City of Light. We also interviewed…

“What matters to me more is the message, the food I discovered around the Philippines. I feel guilty for thinking Filipino food was not good. And now I feel an innate responsibility to share our cuisine’s beauty,” says Don Baldosano, Tatler Dining’s Rising Star for 2024. There’s an unmistakable sense of maturity, experience and quiet confidence in how Baldosano speaks and conducts himself. Perhaps, it’s what five years of operating a private dining space by his lonesome has made him out to be. Or even how being a doting husband to his lovely wife Monica and father to one-year-old Don Michaelangelo has moulded him. Whatever it is, his demeanour could make one easily forget that he is only 25. He sees the change in himself and doesn’t deny it, albeit…

LONGING FOR SUMMER There’s a maxi dress for every taste, whether you opt for flowing bohemian designs or sleek modern cuts. The options this season are endless, from Johanna Ortiz’s vibrant and colourful prints that pair perfectly with chic sandals to Lanvin’s sophisticated silhouettes that exude timeless elegance. IN THE BAG Nothing says “summertime” like swapping your Birkin or Neverfull for a beach-ready tote. That’s not to suggest you should lower your sartorial standards. Saint Laurent’s tote is the perfect carrier for a good book and your favourite sunglasses, while Prada, Fendi and Ferragamo have evening-appropriate options in rattan and leather, keeping things simple but always glamorous. HEAT WAVES Iris Apfel was a wise woman; she was also an impeccably put-together one, so we’re taking her advice: “Put your money…

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On her recent trip to Manila, the master perfumer Jo Malone, CBE explains how her life revolves around scents throughout the years—much like a guiding star that anchors her to various moments and stories since her youth. She made a name for herself in the Nineties when she founded an eponymous perfume brand, enamouring the world with scents that have since gained cult status. Below is a quick chat with Jo Malone, CBE. What initially sparked your interest in fragrance creation? As a little girl, I had an incredible sense of smell. It was like my compass to get around life and I still live my life like that. I grew up with two very creative parents—my father was an artist so there was always the smell of oil paint…

Bulgari first launched its iconic Serpenti collection in the Forties, with its bold, serpentine designs that symbolise wisdom, power and seduction. The latest iteration, the Serpenti Sapphire Echo necklace, pays homage to this storied heritage through its transformative design. It features a white gold, dual-headed snake, its scales brought to life with diamonds and buff-top sapphires. At its heart are two magnificent pear-cut sapphires, each weighing 37.34 carats, sourced from Bulgari earrings dating back to the Thirties that once belonged to an Italian noblewoman. The design also allows the sapphire pendants to be detached and worn as earrings. Handpicked for those who have a hunger for style…

HIDILYN DIAZ Weightlifting The country’s longing for an Olympic gold medal finally ended during the Tokyo Olympic Games in 2020 with the remarkable win of weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz in the women’s 55 kg category. Even with her strength and determination, Diaz’s journey to the gold medal was still as challenging as one can imagine, having to push her body to its limits to test if she had even the slightest bit of chance to nab a gold. Diaz’s win was timely; 2020 was a year full of loss and uncertainties caused by the pandemic and her triumph was a sign of hope to the country. Filipinos honoured their first Olympic gold medalist, celebrating her prowess in the sport. Apart from her historic Olympic win, Diaz was also victorious at the…

If you were not in showbiz, what do you think you would be doing now? I would probably be in events because I like hosting events for my friends or an interior designer. What food do you crave? Fast food fried chicken. How do you find calm? I wish I could say I meditate but it’s not true. I make sure I have my alone time. What’s the last film or TV show you watched? House of Cards. What does success mean to you? Happiness. When and where are you at your happiest? When I am self assured. When I don’t need to prove anything to anybody. What’s your fondest childhood memory? Playing in the rain with my cousins. Where do you go when you need a break? Farm. What…