Welcome to another edition of Manila mall reports and a peek into Manila style.
I tried to capture some styles that were particularly Filipino – tropical and laid-back with that particular Pinoy flair. Of course there were quite a few warm weather options in terms of clothing and shoes. They had some interesting options. Definitely fun though perhaps not for everyone.
Then there are nods to some familiar American and European brands.
The Filipino version of Celine has handbags as well but is not the same as the French design house (font is not that far off though so it can be confusing); this Celine is more of a mid-range brand.
Then did you know that Monique Lhuillier’s family is well-established in Cebu and known for their businesses – a pawnshop chain is one of them
Speaking of high end designers, Green Belt mall also has a floor dedicated to high-end Filipino designers.
Another fab post!
xoxox,
CC
loving the TubeFlops! Amazing…did u see anybody actually wearing them? 🙂
hope u had a great weekend!
great post dear!love that sartorialist shoot!
A pearl necklace for $30??? Sign me up! And that will be you someday! Just lovely.
Endless amount of pearls..LOVE!
fun post! I love seeing the trends and fashions from other countries. and that at home mani/pedi sounds awesome, I wish I could get that here!
@The Alternative Wife – No I didn’t see people wearing the tube flops, but they are fun right?
@Party Planner Gal – I know right, the pearls are of all sizes and qualities but you can definitely get a decent one for $30. Yes me, the pareo skirt, and the Hermes bag!
this is great! i have a lot of family from the philippines & i haven’t visited since i was 3, and i’ve been wondering what the fashion is like over there.
love your blog! 🙂
– Audrey Allure <3
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I hope I’m rocking an Hermes bag someday too!!! And the pearls…OMG…What a treasure trove!
This is so wonderful. I want to go to the Philippines some day and I would definitely get myself a whole suitcase of pearls for that price 😉
my grandma always shops in green hills and purchased the pearls that she, my mom, and mil wore to the wedding. every visit she brings us necklaces and bracelets. really loving all of your philippines posts 🙂
Great pics! I can’t believe how inexpensive it is to get your nails done. Wow! Also, thank you for your tip on the pearl shopping.
You went to the key places… greenhills, greenbelt. That’s awesome.
Oh wow – look at all of the strands of gorgeous pearls!
At home manicurist?? sign me up.