Bree may be a man of few words, but upon seeing his drawings, there is really no need for talking, as his sketches makes a statement a 500-word essay cannot fully describe.
Finalist 02: Andy Brian Esplanada

Style Cebu (SC): How will you define your style?
Bree: My style is simple and comfortable.
SC: Define beautiful.
Bree: Beautiful is something that delights the senses. Thanks to Google!
SC: What are your favorite pieces in your wardrobe?
Bree: Favorite pieces are jeans, hoodies and shoes.
SC: Whose closet do you want to raid?
Bree: Closet I want to raid is …

And the much-awaited list of finalist of the much-more-awaited Cebu Young Designers Competition 2011 have finally been released! And yes, after I saw the sketches of each one of them, I had to pick my jaw up from the floor. I also had to dab a little cheek tint as hints of green were already showing in my face. Seriously, Heaven’s Above, why can’t I draw?
I can’t be any giddier in sharing with you 7 finalist in the apparel  division! First up: CHARMAINE CHUA.

Style Cebu (SC): How will you define …

By this time two years ago, my wedding coordinator was secretly wishing me lifeless or okay, maybe just motionless until June. I epitomized every facet of what a bridezilla is and should be. I ranted about every little mistake I noticed, or made an imaginary one when there is lack of it. From the cake, to the seating arrangement and even down to the weather, I yammered. However, the thought of my gown buttered me up. I can say that I was one of the lucky few who knew exactly …

The presence of global brands in our fashion industry unquestionably poses a challenge to our striving local brands. However, I do not see this as any form of hitch or detriment to products produced domestically. Rather, it ought to be considered as a needed kick and push. It sets the stage, the globalization of trends, I believe, is a way of squeezing positive competitiveness. Leading to augmented quality, innovative strategies and a more strategic branding.
Case in point: Fish18
Loalde Group recently beefed up their apparel empire by launching a retail concept …

This will come as a surprise to my friends as I’ve always been enmeshed with everything cheesy, mushy and anything shamelessly schmaltzy (read: newlyweds). I am not a fan of Valentine’s Day. The day when every (okay, most) of the girls’ self worth is intertwined with the flowers and chocolates they are getting. And yes, they carry it all day, darlings.  The girl with the biggest bouquet walk the tallest, as if she just earned her college degree, aided a dog in giving birth to her puppies or learned how …

I can still remember our first trip to the island, I came from school, whisked myself to NAIA and hopped on a plane for the last flight to Cebu, landed in Mactan, checked my watch and did not mind that I’ll only have a few hours of sleep, 2 hours to be exact.  I also have the habit of over-packing so I still have to allot a little time to unpack and pack anew with the help of then boyfriend, now husband. Also a little more time in the bathroom …

Dirty faces, uninhibited dancing, day and night booze, soaked street parties, no holds barred merriment -
CEBU SHOWS YOU HOW TO PARTY!

Photographs by:
ANGELO KANGLEON
ALEX NICOLE LORENZANA (last 9 shots), alexxnicole@gmail.com

The Sugbu in all its glory, SINULOG 2011! VIVA PIT SENYOR!

Photographs by:  Dexter R. Bongo
All photos and images are property of Mr. Dexter R. Bongo, for inquiries about shoots you may contact him at audio_one@yahoo.com.

You constantly have a pen and a paper in hand? Doodling away your latest couture? Mentally creating a whole collection on a rather slow-moving afternoon? You see a plain fabric, touch it and it is suddenly screaming wow? Then, it’s your time to shimmer, shine, sparkle!
A shout out to the young designers of Cebu City! Clothes for Life recently unveiled the stage for aspiring, talented young designers of the Metro – CEBU YOUNG DESIGNERS COMPETITION 2011!

The contest would be divided into two categories: APPAREL DIVISION and ACCESSORIES DIVISION. And …

Quaint and plush – my first impressions of Bellini Champagne Lounge.
For our mini Christmas get-together our friend Lakam suggested an after-dinner wine and cheese at Bellini. Though not a wine habitué, I looked forward to the company and the cheese platter  – which I loved!
Bellini is a fairly new al fresco lounge in Cebu which offers an astonishing view of the city. The interior is like a potpourri of European and Tropical charm, adorned with lush Dedon furniture. The lighting adds up to the beauteous ambiance.

Bellini’s champagne menu …