When In Manila, there’s something for everybody when it comes to style.  While the upper crust may favor the polish of luxury brands, edgy “street chic” is alive and kicking amongst the young and avant garde Manileños.  As made obvious by the rise of small galleries, cafés, and “hipster” locales such as Cubao X and Bangkal, Makati, the new Manila is home to the artsy young urbanite, a creative individual dressed in graphic tees [...]

    When In Manila, the luxe life is at your fingertips — it’s why the term “Manileño” has always glittered with the promise of a glamorous urban lifestyle, whether it’s keeping up to date the latest fashions or snagging the most high-end gadgetry.   Philippine Fashion Week has been an integral part of this promise, delivering the best sartorial selections twice a year to the fashionable Filipino public.  Clothes, shoes, and accessories are put [...]

  When In Manila, you are not only in the political and economic capital of our beloved PH, you are also at the epicenter of thePinoy fashion universe, a universe which converges every season at the Philippine Fashion Week.  Whether it’s off the rack or haute couture, foreign flavor or local talent, PFW is the mecca for the avant garde, the on-trend, and those who simply want to bask in one week of fashion heaven at the only place in the Metro big [...]

      Bloggers are some of the most influential people in the online marketing field, as more often than not the general public base their purchasing decisions on the blogger’s review of certain products, services, brands and more. Blogapalooza is an event that brings together 100 of Manila’s influential bloggers into one venue to bear witness to new products, brands, services and many more upcoming gadgets that our partners have in stored for them.   Last [...]

    When In Manila, are you a shopaholic? Well I am, and admit it or not, we all are shopaholics, especially when there’s a super sale on clothes, bags and shoes. We may have laughed at the movie Confessions of a Shopaholic, remember the scene when everybody was outside of a boutique waiting for it to open so they can pick out their best buys? When In Manila, we actually have the same scenario [...]

  When in Manila, you know you are connected to the very pulse of Philippine fashion.  The latest trends and hottest looks are easily spotted, whether in the malls or on the streets.  Like Tokyo and New York, Metro Manila is the country’s hub for style and chic, as well as the glitz and glamour of high society.  And while the limelight may be out of reach for most of us mere mortals (such as [...]

    Dress In Manila annual fashion show will be on Oct. 22   Bar Three Sixty/ Satellite Hall A.venue Makati City     6:00pm   Event Highlights:   “ALL DRESSES FOR ONLY P185 WITH NO MINIMUM QUANTITY REQUIRED!”   FOR TICKET INQUIRIES GO TO WWW.DRESSINMANILA.COM  

    When In Manila, fashionistas and bloggers gathered to see what’s in store at Eastwood Mall. Last Thursday September 29, Mega Magazine, Megastyle.ph and Megaworld Lifestyle Malls launched their latest fashion venture, “Mega Style Spies at Eastwood Mall”.     Everyone including myself is very curious about this so called Mega Style Spies. It was then revealed to us that the Mega Style Team is on a mission and will lurk around Eastwood Mall every [...]

MEGA Fashion Crew , a reality fashion TV show aims to find who will make it big in the fashion industry.  In other words, those who are defiantly worthy of the people’s admiration When In Manila- the next top photographer, fashion stylist, make-up artist, hair stylist and female model is going to be unleashed soon. It may be another best among the best competition wherein one has to prove that they are the NEXT big [...]

     When In Manila and excited for MNG’s F/W 2011 collection so I saved the date and rushed to The Plaza at Resorts World Manila to give you the low down  on one of Manila’s hottest brand’s new collection fresh from the runways!   Went backstage to check out the preparations, accessories and personally, the fabric choices!         The show was styled by 5 of Manila’s up and coming stylists: Teej [...]

  Theatre In Manila When PETA showcases Shakespeare.       PETA or Philippine Educational Theater Association in Quezon City is an amazing performing arts environment. Its latest production, ‘WILLIAM’ is a re-invention of Shakespeare through Rap, Hip-hop and Flip-top beats. Anyone who has enjoyed watching ‘Glee’ or ‘high School Musical’ but dreaded |Shakespeare’s  difficult language is gonna have so much fun watching this When In Manila.    HIGH ENERGY Iambic Pentameter ;-)     [...]

  Are you ready for the Mellow947 Listeners Party?!?!   Aptly called the “S&M: Sexy and Mellow” Listeners Party, expect lots of fun games, big prizes, sexy pole dancers, a sensual fashion show, your FAVORITE Mellow 94.7 DJs, our hot listeners and MORE!   Prizes and giveaways include phones, watches, Mellow 94.7 DJs (yes we’re giving them away) and so much more!   Hosted by DJ Vince and DJ Tracy of The Wake Up Show [...]

When In Manila, it’s time to be part of the HOTTEST event this side of town! The S&M: Sexy & Mellow Party!   Are you a model willing to ramp in lingerie? If you are, come to our go-see on August 8 Monday 9am til 12noon.   We are looking for models to be part of the Mellow94.7 fashion show on August 19.   We’ll see you at the 18th Floor of Citibank Center, Paseo [...]

  When In Manila and want to turn your fantasies into realities, book a room and have an exceptional and unique experience at Victoria Court.       Last July 29, 2011, Victoria Court celebrated their 25th Anniversary at Club Manor in Eastwood. The culminating event of 25 years of hard work featured a fashion show, an HIV awareness campaign and of course, fine women, fine music and fine alcohol.       Hosted by [...]

Backstage at the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World Victory Party! by JC Ansis     One of the perks of having media passes at an event like the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World Victory Party is you get to to go backstage and see the ladies up close.   Thanks to When In Manila, I got my pictures taken with some of the hottest and prettiest girls in the country!   [...]

FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World Victory Party goes Burlesque! by JC Ansis     When In Manila, there’s only one place where you can find the most hottest ladies in the country.. and that’s at the FHM 100 Sexiest Women 2011 Victory Party!   Last July 14, I witnessed the most thrilling show at the World Trade Center. I saw skin everywhere! It was like a dream. A dream you didn’t want to [...]

  When In Manila gets access to the hottest event in town, the FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World Party! A ton of hot models and celebrities – Burlesque style!   Here’s a little teaser for all you guys.       Want more? You’ll have to grab on to your pants and wait just a bit. I’ll post more photos soon!   FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2011 Party  

When In Manila, I am loud and proud that this Designer is definitely 100% Filipino. Kermit Tesoro graced this season’s Philippine Fashion Week with his 2011 Holiday collection. He took the industry by storm at a very young age. Determined, creative and highly capable of–not just designing–but executing art. Let me tell you about his shoes first. He is not a shoe designer, though he does not underestimate his shoe designs. He says: “My shoe designs [...]

When in Manila, be sure to check out Speed Magazine which recently celebrated their 8 years of speed and technology – the eco-friendly way. When I read the invite from Speed and saw the theme: Green. Fashion. Technology. I just knew it was the kind of event I wouldn’t want to miss. I mean, come on – an evening of fashion and technology? That sounds pretty awesome to me! Speed Magazine’s 8th Anniversary is the first event [...]

When In Manila, be sure to check out the awesome pop brand Penshoppe! It graced the stage of Philippine Fashion Week with it’s Holiday collection. Had the privilege of sharing front row of the blogger’s side with Philippine’s top bloggers: My good friend, Forever 21 Men ambassador David Guison, OS accessory designer Paul Jatayna, Sister of celebrity stylist Liz Uy & top fashion blogger, Laureen Uy. Co Exist designer, Camille Co &Top blogger & Preview’s [...]