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Change is good
Reality sets in on beauty and fitness
A revelation story
Now, more than ever, fashion is under a microscope. What was once an industry exclusively about beauty and grandeur is now being forced to burst its own bubble. What does fashion need to do to connect with the forever changed views of this new world?
A PATH BEYOND
Designer to the stars, Anthony Ramirez reimagines La Union’s traditional Abel Iloco fabric into red-carpet worthy creations
MANILA BY NIGHT, MANILA ALL DAY
Exploring her Filipino heritage and roots as a drag performer and global personality, Manila Luzon takes us on a fantasy-filled day in Brooklyn, New York where we get to know the man behind the persona, the woman that she gets to be, and the human being that connects the two to one beautiful soul
the woman
THE ENDEARINGLY CANDID RUFFA GUTIERREZ SHOWS US YET ANOTHER SIDE OF HER
SISTERS OF THE REVOLUTION
IN THEIR FIRST COVER TOGETHER, SUPERMODELS DANICA MAGPANTAY, CHAT ALMARVEZ AND CHARO RONQUILLO PAY HOMAGE TO THEIR ROOTS IN THIS PHILIPPINE REVOLUTION INSPIRED EDITORIAL
HER NEW PURPOSE
A woman striking on her own well beyond her storied reign, Megan Young continues to live out her truth one new day and one thrilling adventure at a time
THE RE-TELLING OF RACHELLE ANN GO
Two years after taking a leap of faith into the unknown of the West End, Rachelle Ann Go’s star shines even brighter as she continues to conquer the world—one musical note at a time
THE STORY ACCORDING TO SARAH GERONIMO
Strong, independent and scarred, the Popstar Princess, Sarah Geronimo, grows into a full-fledged beacon of unparalleled Pinoy Pride
THE ART OF EVOLUTION
G TÖNGI-WALTERS WAS MANILA’S PERENNIAL IT-GIRL BEFORE LEAVING FOR NEW YORK TO BECOME A SERIOUS ACTRESS. NOW SHE’S BACK BRINGING WITH HER A HUSBAND, TWO KIDS, AND A BRAND NEW POINT OF VIEW
PHILIPPINE CINDERELLA
Regine Velasquez just turned 40 last April. While only into the threshold of mid-life, her extraordinary story is already one for the books. A true epitome of rags-to-riches, her success is the Filipino dream made real
MAKING IT MATTER
Striking and full of stirring substance, kylie Verzosa shatters every possible beauty queen preconceptions to reveal a modern realization that is unapologetically all just her
A SONG FOR SARAH
Sarah Geronimo has come a long way. Starting her career out performing in shopping malls and college campuses, she has since enjoyed a meteoric rise to superstardom. At 23, the possibilities seem endless for this down-to-earth singing sensation
WINNER TAKES ALL
Next In Fashion’s champion, Minju Kim, talks exclusively to MEGA about her struggles and breakthroughs and the importance of Asian representation in the world of fashion
VICKI NARWANI
From Singapore to The Philippines, Vicki Narwani blooms in her roles—from lady of the house to real estate mogul
ROAD TO WELLNESS
Ria Yap talks talks to us about the healing power of hypnotherapy
JOF FANTONE
The Chief Hairstylist and Managing Partner of The Color Bar shares what truly matters to him
NO FILTER BEAUTY
Your favorite celeb probably has fillers—so should you?
JESSICA KIENLE MAXWELL
The entrepreneur knows what Filipinas want
CALL IT KARMA
Karma comes for everyone eventually. One way or another, the universe will serve you what you deserve
Tunnel Vision
Young business mogul and fashion enthusiast Neelam Gopwani proves that through unobstructed vision, determination and fortitude, boundless success will come to you.
A Moment In Time
With a new collection that is classic, sexy and opulent, Rosenthal Tee proves once more why she is the freshest couturier we should all watch out for.
Cool With You
With the latest innovative development from the technology-driven brand, Dyson, one is not only kept cool and calm, but assured that in the end, there is really no place like home.
Norweigan Wood
Here’s why Curio Cavern and Nordik Concept’s Joni Koro wants Filipinos to open up their eyes to Scandinavian design.
We Told You This Was Melodrama
In the continuing conversation of humanity offline and even more so, online, we navigate the highly complex discourse on being too emotional and finally put things into perspective.
Chi Gibbs
One swipe at her perfectly-curated feed of saturated hues in red, blue, yellow and Crayola brights is 26-year old Alyssa Gibbs. The co-founder of local brand Neon Island dishes on her career change as a child actress-turned-grade school teacher and eventually, a girl boss of her own.
Easy Street
Stacy Rodriguez’s following is a broad church—women of all ages and many sizes who, at a guess, love the access to her effortless version of femininity.
Heart Of The City
Fall in love with Las Casas de Acuzar Quezon City.
State Of Ruin
Redefining sartorial self-expression, Jeremy Tan takes on an in-depth, intimate approach to a beloved fashion staple
A Taste Of Things To Come
The Tasting Room at NÜWA is a gustatory experience