Innehållsförteckning för November 2022 från VOGUE PHILIPPINES

The October sky above Mallorca is blanketed in low hanging clouds on the day of Alex Eala's cover shoot. Yet, the 17-year-old tennis phenomenon brings her own light. The junior US Open champion is radiant, steadfast, and ready to play (page 136). Our photographer, Edgar Berg, immortalizes Alex, the girl in the tall, autumnal grass, cozy in Loewe, Jil Sander, and Fumito Ganryu. In the fleeting daylight of a Spanish sunset, we witness her alchemy, where all efforts evanesce into the effortless. Alex brings something authentically novel to this shoot, the power of promise and a touch of destiny on the wing. Rara Avis: Rare birds, exceptional creatures whose uniqueness grasps and expands our enchantment. In the presence of such unusual, exemplary, exquisite beings, our collective curiosity is piqued. We…

GET GRAPHIC Great news: this Loewe runway look is more achievable than you think. The winning formula consists of a conversation-starter caftan, a pop of contrast-color clutch, sculpted earrings, and practical yet fearless chunky sneakers. And the quirky overlayed balloon bra? Recommended for the brave.…

Imagine yourself transported to a fantastical world where vivid green mountains meet the deepest of blue oceans. Gucci's Hortus Deliciarum line presents jeweled masterpieces that convey nature's brilliance in blue topazes, white diamonds and gold crafted in filigrees. A tea green dress, also from Gucci with shoulder-and-hem topiary bursts is equally as stunning and presents another example of fashion imitating nature. GUCCI tea green dress. GUCCI gold bracelet with blue topaz, diamonds, and a micro-mosaic; drop earrings set with blue topaz; colorful necklace with precious gems and diamonds…

FEATURE At Hermès, rarity is by design. For over 180 years, the French house remains unmatched when it comes to exquisite leather goods, silk scarves, jewelry, timepieces and porcelain. Since the brand's inception in 1837, artisans have always been at the heart of Hermès. Know-how is passed on from the masters down to future craftsmen beginning with apprenticeship; a devotional observation leading to supervised practice. The slow process of learning and mastery occurs between three to five years. At the maison, no one is in a rush. Everything is slow and deliberate, as one does when crafting objects that last beyond a lifetime. There is a romantic notion that an Hermès Birkin or a Lyon-silk carré are never truly owned, but borrowed from the next owner. This stewardship informs the…

THE CULTURE OF VIDEO GAMES belonging to the realm of slackers, geeks, and the antisocial has been overturned—or at least it should be. Today, professional gaming has become a viable career option and competitive gamers are considered athletes and even influencers and highfashion endorsers. Esports, though a phenomenon among Gen Z, is as old as video games. The first esports tournament took place in 1972 when Stanford University hosted a competition called the Intergalactic Spacewar Olympics, where 24 players battled each other in Spacewar!, arguably the first video game. The ’90s saw the rise of networked gaming, which encouraged the formation of leagues and growth of tournaments all around the world. While esports have yet to enter the Olympics, there are clear signs that they're on the way. In 2019,…

Four years ago, Alex Eala was playing the finals of Les Petit As (or “Little Champions” in French). Held annually, it is a 14-and-under tournament that attracts promising juniors looking to see how they stack up against the rest of the world. Countless champions have been born on these Green Set courts, among them Martina Hingis, Kim Clijsters, Michael Chang, Juan Carlos Ferrero, and the Bull from Mallorca himself, Rafael Nadal. In 2018, Eala was in a dog fight against seventh-seeded Czech player Linda Noskova for the title. After splitting the first two sets, the pair found themselves in a tense decider. The European player got her nose out front at 5-3 and was two points away from the win at 30-30 on Alex's serve. The young Filipina dug deep.…

WITH THE WORLD LIFTING ITS TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS, I took it upon myself to find a destination that would satisfy two specific categories, the first being a place I had never been to, and the second, one that would allow me to explore it on horseback. After a quick search on adventure travel I came up with a shortlist, and settled on a week-long trip to Mongolia. I gathered a group of friends and packed for unpredictable weather in September. My first memory of Mongolia was having to remember its capital, Ulan Bator (Ulaanbataar) while in school. I found it to be one of the easiest to memorize, sounding similar to Tagalog words, ulan (rain) and bato (stone). I found out much later on that it actually stood for Red Hero,…

John-Paul Pietrus Photographer, PEERING INTO TEMPATION “Working on Vogue Philippines’ November issue was an honor, especially in being asked to photograph my own jewelry creations; a double treat showcasing my two creative hands as photographer and jewelry designer. I am proud to be halfFilipino, and to help define these early days of the magazine. The Philippine culture has such strong creativity in its blood, present not only in those in the country itself, but also in the Philippine diaspora. I've created this story with my heart and soul.” Shaira Luna Photographer, AND THE BEAT COMES HOME “The work we did for this issue feels like that little secret you can't wait to share! Aside from shooting an artist I really admire, working alongside team Vogue Philippines was an exciting, exhilarating…

FEATURE LOUIS VUITTON'S CAPUCINES BAG IS NAMED AFTER RUE NEUVE DES CAPUCINES, the Parisian street on which their first brick-and-mortar opened in 1854. Launched in 2013, the trademark bag remains a celebratory ode to the maison; only this time, more hands take part in the shaping of its legacy, its savoir-faire. With the help of contemporary artists, Louis Vuitton introduces six new sublime versions of the bag. AMÉLIE BERTRAND “I immediately thought, a bag's an object, so let's treat it as a sculptural work,” shares Bertrand. The artist's approach is what allowed for an Artycapucines with a pop tropical flair, thanks to the techno-psychedelic, almost hallucinatory aesthetic that Bertrand is known for. Merging traditional and digital design, the École des Beaux-Arts alumna layers digitally-sourced materials on a small-scale canvas before…

RESPONSIBILITY THE APARTMENT WAS FILLED WITH CLOTHES,” says Jodinand Aguillon. He's describing the aftermath of physically closing shop for Glorious Dias, the vintage and rework brand he owns. The pandemic forced him to give up his Poblacion space, resulting in mountains of vintage wares scattered around his home. To keep the business running, the artist and entrepreneur listed items for sale on Instagram Stories. (He called it “Story-Story Store,” a pun on “sari-sari store,” which are casual retail points found in almost every street of the Philippines.) Jodee, as he is called by friends, was surprised to find fun and success in online selling, a medium that intimidated him at first. It wasn't long before his pile of unsold items grew. Eventually, this would prompt him to launch the second…

FOR MICHELLE OCHS, THE SUCCESS OF HER NEW BRAND, ET OCHS, WAS NEVER A SURE THING. Coming back to launch two years after the closing of her former label, Cushnie et Ochs, the Canadian-born designer was ready to build her brand from the ground up. “Although I still felt that there was this niche and space for us, the response that we've had has still completely shocked me,” she tells Vogue. “I can't believe that people remember the fit and, to me, that speaks volumes. The work spoke for itself, the product spoke for itself, and the impact endured.” Ochs may well be surprised, but the reception suggests that she was in the minority. While the designer quietly ruminated over the reception of her comeback, the rest of the industry,…

RITA NAZARENO'S GRANDMOTHER, Segundina Cornejo Vizcarra, set up shop in 1925, a time when female entrepreneurs were a rarity. From humble beginnings, she and her husband, the sculptor Zacarias Alimangan, established their taller de bordados de mano (hand-embroidery studio), S.C. Vizcarra. It was patronized for Segundina's delicate hand-embroidery that transformed the piña into covetable pieces. On the lessons she's learned from her grandmother and mother, Nazareno says, “I think kindness is a big part of it. And honesty. And it's a lot of the strength of a woman.” The third generation heir, no doubt, takes after the strong women in her family. Nazareno, too, has had her fair share of challenges. The Emmy Award-winning former producer didn't make it to the TV industry from the get-go despite her promising academic…

First off, let's pick a soundtrack. The production crew mills around a function room at the Marco Polo Hotel, a mixed bag of vets and rookies in the businesses of publishing, fashion, and music, each a generation gap to the next. What is there to play if one set grew up on Pearl Jam, one on Paramore, and one on BTS? No one is budging on the aux cord until Beatrice Kristi Laus finally connects one of her own Spotify playlists and queues The Smashing Pumpkins’ decade-defining hit “1979.” Mumbles of “I love this song” to “I remember this song” coming from said vets and rookies are uttered as we watch Bea light up in front of the lens. While photographer Shaira Luna clicks away, a realization sets in amongst…

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BLUE SHIFT To celebrate the year that was, park your steady neutrals and go straight to bold ceruleans. If you're new to blue, simply don Sara Battaglia's quilted number and let the lapel collar and voluminous skirt do the rest of the work for you. For the risk takers, Nina Ricci makes a shiny aqua coat featuring an exaggerated a-line silhouette. Style it with a patent cape, or for maximum impact, with even more shades of teal. SCARLET SEASON Bells are ringing, and it's high time to partake in the yuletide fash-tivities. Wear some dramatic holiday cheer with Versace's maximalist coat, all puffed and enfolding, or Dolce & Gabbana's collar less variation with statement curvilinear sleeves. If you're not a fan of high shine, we suggest Lemaire's relaxed offering with…

Paco Rabanne proposes subtle shimmer for the holidays with a slim low-waisted chainmail belt and little pops of shine via metallic flats and a mini tote made out of silver paillettes. To complement this minimalist approach, go maximalist with your accessories. The Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger bracelet paired with the Coco Bean brooch is the dramatic foil to this otherwise streamlined ensemble. PACO RABANNE knitted top, knitted trousers. TIFFAN Y & CO. SCHLUMBERGER® Coco Bean brooch in 18k yellow gold and platinum with tsavorites and diamonds; bracelet in 18k yellow gold and platinum with diamonds, flowers and stars bracelet in 18k yellow gold and platinum with round brilliant diamonds…

IN RECENT YEARS, the SSI group has entered the e-commerce arena and opened dedicated Philippine online stores for the likes of Beauty Bar, Lush, Marks & Spencer, Banana Republic, and Zara, among others. The retail giant launched Trunc.ph in 2020 with four concepts: Trunc for established classics, Trunc Show for luxury designer must-haves, PowderRoom for beauty staples, and Trane At Home for an edit of home and living pieces. Their roster of brands grew earlier this year, with the addition of Tory Burch, Lacoste, Diptyque, and Mario Badescu. Now joining the party is makeup brand Stila Cosmetics. This month, Acca Kappa sets to immerse Filipinos in its rich history of Italian fragrances. CROWD FAVORITES With over 100 of the most coveted luxury brands under its belt, Trunc continues to enrich…

A s with most ideas, it started as a conversation over a table of good food and drink. Three young and reputed Manila-based chefs had come to realize over the years that among their shared commonalities was their ancestral ties to Butuan. They then decided that the time had come for them to further explore these roots together. The plan was for Miko Calo, Jordy Navarra, and Bruce Ricketts to come together for a six-hands dinner to celebrate their Butuan heritage. But before the dinner, a trip down south to Butuan, Agusan del Norte to rediscover this shared heritage would be necessary. “I imagined it to be a small thing at first,” Calo tells Vogue. “We would go down to Butuan, eat some food, go to the beach—you know, something…

Before memes of famous personalities photoshopped into major events became a thing—Bernie Sanders in mittens sitting on the Iron Throne, former presidential aide Bong Go photobombing every group photo in history—there was Bert Is Evil. In the wee years of the Internet, March 1997 to be exact, a 23-year-old Filipino digital artist named Dino Ignacio created a conspiracy-themed website proving that the Sesame Street character was actually sinister. Photos of the unibrowed muppet fraternizing with villainous figures like Adolf Hitler or being mysteriously present at events like the JFK assassination became a proto-viral sensation, and people began contributing their own images of Bert in compromising situations. A year later, Ignacio won a Webby Award for best website in the “weird” category, besting The Onion. And weirdly enough, a photo of…

FRAGRANCE Send a message in a bottle and express what you feel with these floral fragrance creations. These bouquets last with lingering floral notes layered with leafy and woody notes. Celebrate nature with petal-powered scents in lush combinations of roses, patchouli, bergamot, lavender, peonies, violets, iris, orange blossoms, and white flowers from sampaguita to freesia, magnolia, lily-of-thevalley and jasmine.…

FEATURE THE DESIGN PROCESS BEGINS WITH A QUESTION, not with an architectural style. For instance: how do you reinvent the first contemporary art museum in the Philippines? It's a question that leads to a complete reimagining of the Metropolitan Museum, which has been housed in a brutalist structure for 45 years. Inspired by the archipelago itself, the new Met is a light-filled space that is not closed off from but rather engages with its urban surroundings in BGC. The firm behind this and several other projects across the Philippines, Peru, Colombia, and the USA is CAZA Architects, a design studio and think tank led by Carlos Arnaiz, a Filipino-Colombian architect based in Brooklyn. Adopting a multi-disciplinary, bottom-up approach to design, CAZA has conceptualized buildings and residences that are as innovative…

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