Lifestyle Asia

The greatest luxury in the world is being able to do what your heart sets out to do, to pursue your passions unbridled, free from constraints of obligation. Indeed you feel the richest when you are able to march to the beat of your own drum and live life on your own terms. Lifestyle Asia highlights these inspiring, powerful and relevant beacons of the Philippine Society who live life exactly how they envisioned it to be, enriching their lives, the life of others, and through their own accord the world we live in.

LIFESTYLE ASIA

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

A MAGIC CARPET RIDE • An ancient industry in need of freshening up, FORT STREET STUDIO arrived with the use of technology and painterly designs to change the carpet world

TOWER OF THE FUTURE • Carbon neutrality and sustainability are the future-proofing factors for large scale architecture and development

AN EYE FOR DESIGN • CYNDI FERNANDEZ BELTRAN on good design, being a leader, and appreciating her surroundings

LIGHT THE WAY • ILAC DIAZ’s Liter of Light has been helping to illuminate homes for almost a decade—even throughout the challenges brought about by the pandemic. This year, they want to place the spotlight on Filipino heroism

SLAUGHTER-JUBAN • Once Upon a December

GOKINGYOK-CARLOS • A Fine Vintage

YAO - SANTOS • A Celebration of Love

EXPERT CARE • The France-based lab that many professionals swear by is finally in the Philippines

SKIN RENEWED • A lot of attention is placed on our epidermis as the world toggles between warm and cold weather. Here are some of the best ones that have come in the early months of 2021

TIDYUP • Is the mounting clutter at your beauty corner at home stressing you out? Here are some ways to organize and store your stash

HOW TO KEEP YOUR MAKEUP AREA LOOKING PRISTINE

FEAR LESS FORE CAST • This year, clean skin and adventurous hair are the trends to watch

SKIN SAVVY • CALECIM PROFESSIONAL, a breakthrough in anti-aging skincare

OCEAN VIEWS • CHARRIOL’s Forever Starfish collection

PANCHE IN PAIRS • A visual reminder of the most successful luxury collaborations of 2020, from high fashion and sports labels to collectible stylish pieces reminiscent of the zeitgeist

ODD COUPLE • Two of four favorite collaboration in the past year pairs GUCCI with the unexpected

COM FOR TABLE COOL • Make a statement and dress for comfort with vibrant prints and warm textures

STEALTH & STYLE • Exuberance is out, quiet confidence is in. When it comes to MEN’S A/W ›››› COLLECTIONS, the brands gravitate toward understated luxury

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A DIFFERENT PATH • The future was bright for Kevin Uy—and then the pandemic hit. He found his Plan B in a homegrown business, VIAJÉ BY KEV

A TASTE OF NATURE • THE MACALLAN’S EDITION NO. 6 is the culmination of a series that celebrates the rich history and locale of the River Spey where the distillery resides

SPORTY & SUPERB • The LEXUS RX elevates style, comfort, and your drive

NEW ERA • After successfully co-founding Frontrow, SAM VERZOSA takes his passionate leadership to Maserati Philippines.

PROTECTION SQUAD • How seriously does VOLVO take safety? They have their own CSI Team that gather information from accidents around the globe

THAT'S AMORE • OMEGA promises the moon, and coats its legendary models with rich and dark hues, and sparkling elements

STILLNESS IN ART • Merging the digital and physical planes, BAGUIO’S IBAGIW CREATIVE FESTIVAL enables the art scene to thrive, inviting many to breathe and find healing amid the global crisis

RIVERSIDE ELEGIES • Through...