Makie Cruz

Nov 25, 2024 | vogue.ph | Daphne S. Sagun |Makie Cruz

With Manila’s abundance of opportunities, it’s no surprise therefore that most people who come into the city are dreamers. The same can be said for the aspirants of Vogue Philippines’ second casting call, which was held during the third day of Vogue Threads Manila. Hailing from various regions of the Philippines and the world, models of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds came to the casting call to seize the opportunity.

Nov 1, 2024 | vogue.ph | Chelsea Sarabia |Makie Cruz

If you do the math, the collection Lulu Tan-Gan presented at the Red Charity Gala took 17 years in the making. The Piña and silks she used are remnants of past work, stored in the bins that piled high in her atelier throughout her career. They finally see light in this collection, transformed into the evocations of petals and rosettes seen on the runway.

Oct 25, 2024 | vogue.ph | Makie Cruz |Celine Lagundi

Philippine folklore and mythology are rich with captivating stories of supernatural creatures and mythical beings that have been passed down through generations. Rooted in the country’s indigenous beliefs and shaped by centuries of colonization, these legends reflect the fears, hopes, and imagination of the Filipino people.

Oct 18, 2024 | vogue.ph | Chelsea Sarabia |Makie Cruz

Martin Bautista wanted to keep things casual. The collection he presented on Sunday to close BYS Fashion Week marked his first solo show in his 17 years as a designer, but he didn’t want to approach it by piling on the extravagance just for the sake of it. As with any show, he would rather keep to his principles. “The theatricality, it’s not really my thing,” Martin reflects, talking to Vogue over the phone the day after.

Sep 6, 2024 | vogue.ph | Makie Cruz |Daphne S. Sagun

From R’Bonney Nola Gabriel’s eco-conscious, deconstructed silhouettes to Chito Vijandre’s nostalgic journey through the 60s and 70s, each day of Bench Fashion Week’s Holiday 2024 season featured an eclectic mix of streetwear, beachwear, and menswear, alongside explorations of humanity, self-expression, and personal freedom. Explore the latest collection from Bench Fashion Week below.