I am ecstatic to present the first of my Global Glare series! Me and my team of globe-trotting correspondents, loved ones and friends over the seas and beyond will be sharing with you some shopping eye-pops, design tidbits or fashion visuals from all over the world! This initial entry is a collaboration with dearest friend, … Keep reading
In my last entry, I mentioned that incorporating chains to the bridal ensemble is an edgy move and a look I’ve been loving for quite some time now. Although non-conforming, chains don’t necessarily mean severe and cutting-edge. You can still rock the feminine. For most of the chain pieces, accessories designer, Tessa de Guzman, and … Keep reading
This ultra-modern chapel overlooks the Hamilo Coast and the Pico de Loro Beach and Country Club, a perfect setting for a modern and destination wedding. This chapel is beautifully encased in glass. Look at how the glass paneling somewhat transforms my behind-the-seen shot below with a winter wonderland feel, the reflection like snow on top … Keep reading
Because of my job, I am rather well stocked with beads, bits and baubles and what have you. So whenever I am out sourcing for materials for a project, I still want to get my hands on whatever bits and pieces that catches my eye. 😉 These floral wires have been sitting in my studio … Keep reading
The setup…. Follow the brick road. Branches and thorns seem to be guarding an enchanted area…. Hmmmmm, a private garden? The doors are closed. But not anymore. All the way in the back you will find this secret garden. Since June is wedding month, could this poetic setting perhaps serve as inspiration for a marriage … Keep reading
Last week’s mid-week escape included a much needed trip to the Ilog Maria Honeybee Farm, where I am a firm believer of their handmade apitherapy line of bath and body products and health supplements. This quirky scenery greeted us as we parked our car…. Geese and bees! 😉 A cute and colorful garden ornament places … Keep reading
Shooting for Yam Laranas’ “The Road” was an intense experience, and based on the great reviews the movie has been getting internationally, all the hard work is paying off! Read some of the reviews here. The challenging shoot often had its breakfast/lunch/dinner breaks as excuses to have more production meetings… All photos by The Road’s official photographer, … Keep reading
My friends in the US, please mark your calendars for May 11th! Following a red-carpet premiere at the Arclight Hollywood, major US cinemas nationwide will open their doors to Yam Laranas’ THE ROAD, a psychological thriller with stunning cinematography and beautiful soundscaping parallel to an art form…. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4IVywGmjd8] To find the theaters nearest you, please click … Keep reading
Baler, Aurora- From smooth highways to rocky roads, bumps and dips to dangerous curves composed what was a wild, 6-hour drive from Manila. Our crew left a city off to sleep past midnight and arrived around eight the same morning to this serene scenery of loud and ceaseless, but meditative waves… A bit overcast but … Keep reading
Ahhhhh, to be a student once more….. We were so full of hope and big dreams. Sometimes I feel the need to go back in time to feel that excitement and “youthful” energy… Gak! Okay maybe not that far back. Well, since we’re discussing that era anyways, one of my best friends, Irene, had the … Keep reading