Behold Baler

Wow Baler! It’s been several years since I last saw you and you’re still as magnificent as ever! Baler, known as one of the Philippines’ top surfing destination… I see Baler for their fabulous food (notably their peanut butter dishes and pako/fern salads), incredible landscapes and purple sunsets… Such wonderful memories during my previous adventure with talented … Keep reading

All You Need is One Good Eye

Inviting those interested in fashion, photography and travel to browse my recently updated online portfolio, One Good Eye Concepts. Here you can view my work as a fashion stylist, consultant and costume designer, with more behind-the-scene exclusives found on this blog. The many additions include published covers and editorials for international publications such as USA’s Outside Magazine and Travel + Leisure, … Keep reading

Witness Fashion & Beauty Through the Years

I’ve been looking forward to shooting with photographer, Jonathan Baldonado (or Jeeb as we fondly call him) for some time now. For this shoot, he wanted to work with different looks through the ages. I had the fun task of picking out the eras and since this shoot consisted of several setups, we assembled two sets of … Keep reading

Eyes on Sporty Spice & Everything Nice

The b-ball court at the Ronac Art Center was the location for another exciting shoot with High Life Magazine… So happy to be working again with good friend and awesome fitness model, Luisa Beltran… and the lovely Alaiza Malinao… More wonder twin power!! We wanted to highlight these performance sneakers with some stylish ensembles, and even … Keep reading

High Life Magazine’s Fashion x Art Watch

Behind-the-scenes of the latest fashion editorial for High Life Magazine featuring some of our country’s best artists and pairing their works with our talented Filipino fashion designers.   Our wonderful and gorgeous models, getting ready and internalizing their many roles and looks for this shoot…   Watch in horror of this crown made of nails by … Keep reading

Siquijor From Sea to See

The latest issue of Business World’s High Life Magazine has been out. You can still grab a copy! Photographer:  Paco Guerrero Fashion Stylist:  Guada Reyes Hair and Makeup Artist:  Renen Bautista Model:  Luisa Beltran Dresses by Pinky Magalona Sculptural jewelry by Helena Alegre Location:  Siquijor Island, Philippines For  this cover and fashion editorial for High … Keep reading

Eyes on the Pineapple: Piña Pride

Seeing our country’s own pineapple fiber (piña)  put to greater use in fashion beyond the usual and traditional route has always been a source of national pride for me. In the past few years, Tan-Gan (known for their knits) has been incorporating piña into their designs. I find myself featuring more of their pieces for my fashion editorial … Keep reading

Seeing Green: Organic & Fantastic!

A late post, but still fresh nevertheless…. Some of my behind-the-scene shots of October 2012’s issue of High Life Magazine with model and good friend, Alexia and the incredible and extraordinary Lilen Uy as our master photographer… The fashion for the shoot had an organic, yet modern feel, hence the name “Organic Futuristic”. The editorial team suggested … Keep reading

A Feast for the Eyes: Part 1 of 3

I have been looking forward to, dearest friend, Jenny Pascual’s event for the longest time! This Sunday, January 27th at the Malipayon Farms in Tagaytay City, I intend to eat, drink and learn…. (EAT table linens by EmersonMade).  A collaboration of farms, chefs and the diners is what makes this a moveable feast, a dream … Keep reading

Visualize a Flight of Fancy

It’s always refreshing working with “talents” and not just another pretty face in the fashion industry. I’ve done several shoots with ballerinas and their craft and capabilities never fail to take my breath away. Ballet Philippines’ principal ballerina, Carissa Adea being made up by makeup artist, Ivy Chang, and getting ready to strike a passe, … Keep reading