As the year 2008 draws to a close, I reckoned that instead of doing a trend round up, I’d rather highlight the ones we can keep an eye on come 2009. This year has been a whirlwind of trend after trend and I’ve noticed that most of the fashionistas were well aware and in tuned with them all. it has been a fun year in fashion, wouldn’t you agree?
Though some may have grown tired of keeping up with them trends, we just can’t help learning of new ones and …

By the time you folks read this, I’ll be on board the 10-hour MNL - SGP - ADL flight via Singapore Air. I’ll be spending the holidays (and then some) in the land down under — Australia.
Though Style Manila is primarily devoted to all things local (Philippines, to be exact), traveling to different countries give me, as the keeper of this blog, new perspectives and inspirations. Earlier this year, I went to Vietnam and Cambodia but decided to leave work behind (translation: didn’t bring the lappytop). But I did tell …

I have to apologise that I’m announcing the winners of the Style Manila Beauty Loot Comment Contest a day late. The past couple of days have been pretty toxic on my end. I hope you folks understand.
First of all, I’d like to let all the ladies who entered know that I’m really grateful to you all for taking the time to participate. I know it’s not that easy but I hope you had fun in the process.
Second, to the winners, PLEASE send an email to sasha@stylemanila.com with your full name, …

To officially welcome Style Manila’s Beauty Section (Yes! I’ve also been a beauty blogger for the past 16 months!), an early Christmas giveaway to my readers AND an advanced celebration of Style Manila’s 2nd year anniversary on January 2009 (if plans push through, I won’t be around during the holidays hence won’t be able to put together this contest), I’m giving away five (5) Beauty Loot to five (5) winners!

1. L’Oreal Elsève Nutri-Gloss Haircare System, Pearl Protein, 2. Shu Uemura Samples, Skin Protector SPF 50, 3. Artistry Light Reflective Lotion …

Finally, after a whole lot of bumps and hurdles, I’ve finally managed to try on the new layout. This is also to let you know that you’re not lost. This is still Style Manila!
I actually laboured on this baby for hours on end. I reckon I lost a bit of hair out of frustration (still frustrated on some parts, actually) but I’ll be working out kinks for the next few days. So, don’t be surprised if you see a bit more changes in the look. But for now, check out …

It can be a little cliche-ish but what the heck, eh? Plaids are one of the trends that’s making a comeback (at least for the Western Fall season). It’s a bit preppy but it’s pretty nonetheless.
I’ve never bought an item from Maldita, though, I do find their selection sleek and, sometimes, bordering on the cosmopolitan work wear sort but there are notable items that’s easy to style into a more casual urban outfit. For the relatively younger fashionistas (note: ones still in school!), if minis are acceptable then by all …

Remember Becky? Well, I saw her on the runway of the Philippine Fashion Week. I’m talking about the stilettos, of course. As much as I would want to tell you that I came along but no, I saw a model wearing an exact, same pair (check out the first photo on the Artistry Show post).I actually had to point it out. The geek in me came out. Heh.
Anyway, nothing special. A “wala lang” (translate: oh, nothing) thing. Tis just a bit of trivia on the side. Hehe.

Philippine Fashion Week 2008 Spring-Summer Collection
Official Show Schedule
DAY 1
Monday, 26 May 2008, 8:30 pm
SMX Convention Center Hall 3
Opening Ceremony, “GLIMPSES: A Dawn of a New Decade”
DAY 2
Tuesday, 27 May 2008, 6 pm
SMX Convention Center Hall 3
PERWOLL Unveils the Luxe Wear Collection A
Aldrich Aparicio
Arnold Galang
Chris Diaz
Dimple Lim
Jay Sustiguer
John Paras
Melvin Lachica
Mich Dulce
Mitzi Quilendrino – Bustos
Pencil Diestra
Reian Mata
Renee Salud
Roland Lirio
Shanon Pamaong
7:30 PM
SMX Convention Center Function Room 3
Premier Collection A
Raoul Ramirez
8:30 pm
SMX Convention Center Hall 3
New Generation Collection
Alodia Cecilia
Anna Leah Salvador
Ciege Cagalawan
Dax Bayani
Gerswin Qua
Gionna Cabrera
Gretchen Pichay
Lizanne Cua
Marc Rancy
Nikki Sonico
Patrick Galang
Prisara Morales

I’m sorry for not being around the past week or so. I had to deal with a personal emergency. Due to its nature, I failed to leave you with any warning.
I know there were post, review and sale shout out requests sent over my way during the course of my absence, I simply had no time to go online and work on them. I even failed to cover some events. I apologise if I had disappointed some of you.
I’d like to extend my deepest gratitude to GeiserMaclang and Bridges for …

Believe me, if it weren’t for these photographs, I’d think it didn’t happen. LOL. Twas a whirlwind of activities and I often had to stop myself to catch up with the breathing. Oh, I’m enjoying the five minutes of fame and will just worry about the phone bills later. Gah.
Quick re-count of what happened that day, Saturday, 14 July 2007. Yes. It happened all in one day. Crazy, yeah? LOL.