6 Fashion Scoop

10 Style on the Streets

15 Spring/Summer 2013 Trend

Report

20 Designer Profile: COra Manimbo

24 A Feature on UP ACTS

28 MIX & Match

30 Make Me Up: A Make-up Guide

81 Student SpotLIght: RJ Santos

85 Events: CT 2013 Grad Show

EditorialsShake that Body

DichotomyPrints on Top

Dress me Up

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Paola Lazatin

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Dream. We all have dreams. The moment we decide to take a certain path and be the best is a sign that we all are determined to reach where we want to be.

This issue is a dream. A dream for most of us who ven-tured into studying to become the people we wanted to be. A people with a voice and vision in fashion and arts. As a culminating project, we share our dreams and learnings to you, our readers. Because when we dream, we learn.

A part of learning is sharing. Through this issue, we share to you, our readers, our new found knowledge in cloth-ing, fashion, arts, styling and make up. We have prepared contents that are both practical and inspiring. Check out our student spotlight section where we featured RJ Santos - a BS Clothing Technology senior as well as our designer profile to Ms. Cora Manimbo.

Check out tips on how to dress your body type the right way as well as make up for each face shape. We have also shot editorials that will surely captivate your senses, we are personally proud for DRESS ME UP where all the clothing featured were done by Clothing Technology students.

Lastly, we are happy to share with you our Special Re-port for this year’s BS Clothing Technology graduation show IDENTITY.

Hope you’ll like this issue as much as we do.

The Editors

Alex De leon Carina Bailon Dinah Alivio

Sophia Manimbo Kim Baydo Ella Chicano

Janel Mondejar Shej Pascua Arianne Cruzado

Laya Canals Leia Baccay Christine De Leon

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ScoopScoopScoop

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“Scariest Shoes of All Time”This “Scary Beautiful” Shoe made

headlines due to its treacher-ous structure. This colossal foot

wear appears to be backwards on the foot, so the wears foot points straight down with the shin leaning against its “front heel”. The shoes are a collaboration between Dutch Shoe Designer, René van den Berg,

Crisp tailoring, buttons of brass, and a perfect com-plementary of navy’s and reds, “military” can turn any outfit into an imposing and commanding one. Its no wonder why the Classic Military look is a trend

that never really dies.

Silver eyes were seen at Chanel. Creative director and make-up artist of Chanel, Peter Philips, takes on the metallic eye and creates a weirdly refined and chic appeal.

Gold or Silver? Now that is the question. To bridge

the gap between these two metals, some de-signers mixed both for

the fall. The Giles & Brother’s dangling earrings played with brass and silver

oxide and shaping it into stalks of wheat.

Compiled by Carina Bailon & Alex De Leon

ScoopScoop

Because Brad Pitt and Justin Bieber had become endorsers of perfumes,

One Direction might as well give it a try! Rumor has it that this boy band is go-

ing to launch their own perfume about next year. Bet girls are going to rave

over this one as much as they did with Bieber’s “Girlfriend”.

Actress, Marion Cotillard, the most Senior Dior Face, had the honor of being the first to wear Raf Simons’s Dior Collection before anyone else. The actress wore the black sleeveless dress with a V-cut back and with a mullet hemline to the first showing of her new movie, Rust and Bone, at the London Film Festival on Saturday.

In a recent Interview, Karl Lagerfeld was baited with a question on fashion and the body. He shares his thoughts on the subject of Anorexia and says: -”I’m sorry to say that it’s a subject I consider ridiculous for several reasons; the story with the anorexic girls — nobody works with anorexic girls, that’s nothing to do with fashion. People who have that [anorexia] have problems to do with family and things like that,”

Shiseido’s newest product, the Liquid Lipstick, was inspired by Japanese lacquer boxes

and come in eight differ-ent shades. The lipstick-

loss hybrid offer high-shine and full impact color. And for the month of October,

Shiseido partnered with the CEW’s Cancer and Careers Foundation to come o sup-port Breast Cancer Aware-ness. They’ll be donating $5 from every purchase of

their color: Disco.

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There was quite a big fuss over eve-rything eighties this year so what would designers be doing after? The Ninety’s of course! So bring out your plaid and play your Nirvana ‘cuz the Ninety’s are back!

Since Halloween is just around, bunny ears are starting to dominate the trend.

The scarf may just be the most versatile accessory ever made and its no wonder that its been deemed a “perennial fall essential”.

Between the graphic printed “bodies” scarf by We Are the Owls, to Stella McCartney’s

blue and orange paisley shawl, you can get a whole new look

by wrapping one of these babies around your body.

Who says only women can execute beauty? Hold your horses, girls! Brad Pitt becomes Chanel’s new

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S t y l e on the UP D i l i m a n EDITIONPhotographs by

Carina Bailon & Christine De Leon

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CASUAL

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Into the D e ta i l s

BA BroadcastCommunication

BA BroadcastCommunication

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compiled by: Leia Baccay, Shej Pascua & Angel Peralta

Paris, New York & Milan Spring/Summer 2012 & 2013

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Body SheerA touch of being conservative yet a hint of ruggedness on these looks were interpreted in a more daring style.

Bra ExposureSpring 2013 collection saw an odd exposure to inner-wear with houses such as

McQueena and Balenciaga thoughtfully revealing the

woman’s asset.

Willow

Francesco Scognamiglio

Emilio Pucci

Marchesa

Bottega Veneta

Marc Jacobs

Alexander McQueen

Balenciaga

J.W. Anderson

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Milky White ChocolateAn eye can capture

something that stands out in a crowd. With the con-

trast of prints on some-thing plain, the milky white

colour of these clothes really stood out and that

made it interesting.

Imaginatively Lengthy

Spring/Summer 2012 Collection gives attention to knee length dresses that translates conservative designs and formality such as works of Burberry and Prada.

David Koma

Osman

Trussardi

J.W. Anderson

Jonathan Saunders

Margarret Howell

Moschino

BetterBurberry

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Prints Galore

Mullet Bullet

Spot the Red to Stop

Spring Summer 2012 Collection showcases plain dresses made artistic by putting together appealing and exquisite prints such as works of Dolce and Gabbana and Topshop.

Mullet skirts are still in this season with collec-

tions from Dior, Cavalii and Barbara Bui still lov-ing the high Low illusion.

Prints Galore

Dolce Gabbana

Clements Ribeirio

Vanessa Bruno

Emerson

just Cavalli

Christian Dior

Barbara Bui

Etro

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Spot the Red to Stop

Prints GalorePrints Galore

Tired of seeing those red lights on street, then

stop and be stunned with red as it leads you to an

elegant look.

Vanessa Bruno

Topshop

Peter Pilotto

Jonathan Saunders

Jil Sander

Tommy Hilfiger

Paul Smith

Helmut Lang

Acne

CORA Manimbowith

F i l i p i n i a n a Fa s h i o n D e s i g n e r

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Indigenous materials, intricate de-signs, vibrant colors and pure heart woven into one, that is how Cora Manimbo, renowned Filipiniana Fashion Designer, describes her creations.

At first you would think that she must have gone to a very good fashion school, but Ms. Cora did not study to become a designer at all. In fact, she finished a de-gree in accounting and worked as a finan-cial analyst for banks.

It is when she became the executive vice president for marketing and produc-tion for Handyware Philippines, in which she learned how to do layout for company packaging and was honed in making good color combinations. She was living an ordi-nary life until she got married and started her own family. She wanted a job that would give her more time for her life as a wife and a mother to her growing children.Together with her husband, she started her career in the clothing industry by join-ing bazaars and tiangges here and there, selling RTW batik products for men and women. She met suppliers from different parts of the Philippines who offered her indigenous materials and started a trad-ing company. She saw how rich our cul-tural textiles were and ever since then, she started promoting them everywhere she went. It became her advocacy. This small business grew into the Fashion house that it is today.

Upon the request of her local and foreign clients, she started designing Filipiniana dresses in 1997. Talent and ar-tistic sense was not a question because it was obviously innate in Cora. She must have inherited it from her parents who were both artists, her father was a painter from Angono, and her mother was a shoe-maker and dressmaker from Marikina. In her younger years, she even used to de-sign and make her own clothes. Soon after, her beautiful creations made a name for her in the industry, she became in demand in Fashion shows because of her work and her advocacy.

Weaving Dreams from the Heart Written by Sophia Manimbo

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Filipiniana fashion designer, Cora Manimbo

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Even without the help and benefits of publicity and advertising, but only through sheer word of mouth of happy clients, she became the designer par excellence of fashion-conscious but discriminating women from different sectors of society; the su-preme court, the Philippine Congress, the government, NGOs, business and diplomatic circles. Truly, her directory of clientele is legendary.

With a factory with just 12 people and 5 sewing machines, she manages to meet her clients’ expectations. She has made dresses for royalties like princes and prin-cesses in Mindanao and other Asian coun-tries. She has also made gowns for some Saudi Arabian princesses.

She was chosen by the Department of Tourism, and the Department of Foreign Affairs, to showcase our cultural heritage through clothing in various Filipino communi-ties and embassies in the Asia, United States and all around Europe. Cora de Jesus Man-imbo’s creations have been modeled down the ramp all over the world and they never fail to leave the crowd in awe.

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“My life has ups and down, too,” she reveals. “In fact, I had been a fire victim twice and a flood victim too, But I rebuild every time my shop was razed by fire and by flood. I had been swindled, too. But I have cultivated the habit by rising every time I fall. I love my job so much, and I don’t get tired of hoping and dreaming. I just do my best with all my heart in every-thing I do.”

“The Filipina Fashion Designer of the 21st centu-ry” as how her critiques and clients would call her. Her dream that started as an advocacy is now the legacy that she will be known for.

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What is acts? The UP Association of Clothing Technology Students (UP ACTS) is an organization for BS Clothing Technology (CT) majors. It prepares the student-members for their future responsibilities in the industry, honing their individual skills in design, production, research, and management, and encouraging them to work and grow as a team.

What are the perks of being an acts member?

You get to participate in or spear-head events that showcase the skills and talents of the people in CT. Being a mem-ber of UP ACTS is also a great way for networking because of the connections we have to important members of the industry. You can receive assistance from the other members and alumni of the org when it comes to schoolwork or other matters. And you’ll be around fun-loving people all the time. There is never really a dull moment.

How about the down-side of being a member? are there any?

Because UP ACTS is a relatively young organization, there are increased efforts, to put the organization on the map. As such, we will be working much harder to make our presence known and to succeed in our endeavors. There are higher expectations from members to participate in the projects and activities, but not at the expense of schoolwork. I wouldn’t really call it a downside, but simply a challenge to strike a balance between accomplishing intense academic requirements and lending a hand to the org.

Can anyone be a member of acts?

Membership is offered to those in the BS CT program, but the executive committee can allow the participation of honorary members (i.e. non-CT students).

What does it feel like being the president of acts?

It is often stressful, but it feels great, especially when I see people having initiative to do the legwork, when I see students from different batches of CT working together, and when the projects turn out extremely well. My favorite part is when I express gratitude to the members because each thank you I say means that we did something right as an org.

what has changed in acts since the beginning of the year?

UP ACTS has been more present in the College of Home Economics (CHE), which we consider a big step. Because of the projects and tie-ups that the org had during the first semester, members have become more participative and cooperative. They have even stepped up their game because the feedback from our partners is always positive, which means we’re delivering on expectation, if not beyond it.

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Pau SebastianAn interview with UP ACTS president

Pau Sebastian

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What are the events that ACTS has participated in that we can be proud of?

We have received top honors in two CHE Events, namely Mr. and Ms. CHE and aCHEndance. Our Mr. CT candidate, Gelo Salanga, bagged the title of Mr. CHE (which he currently shares with Mr. FLCD) and won best costume, which the mem-bers of the org worked hard for. Next was aCHEndance, which is an inter-org dance competition within CHE. A group of 12 rep-resented the org, won best costume, and emerged as champions. There have also been several fashion shows (Art Beats and Rampage) that UP ACTS helped organ-ize, which were deemed successful by the partner orgs and the spectators.

What is the biggest problem that Acts is facing right now?

I think the biggest problem is still member-participation, even with the in-creased involvement that already-active members have shown this first semester. We’re waiting for the others to become more enthusiastic in participating so that we can be one big, happy family.

Students usually have an impression that acts is just an org that organizes fashion shows. Do you have any plans on changing

this impression?

Yes, we have plans on changing this impression that others have about the org. I think the org does a great job when it comes to fashion shows, but the officers also want to venture into other projects. We are currently developing tie-ups with different parties for activities on social responsibility.

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How are you planning on increasing ACTS’s popularity in the university?

As with last year’s executive committee, we plan to heighten the exposure for UP ACTS. We’re marketing ourselves as an organization with a lot to offer. We take projects from different kinds of

orgs and exposing ourselves to different markets.

What can we expect from acts in the coming months?

We’re currently partnering with the CT senior batch for their grad show this October (presenting works designed and made by the 17 senior students in our program). There will be several activities lined up for the members, such as upcoming CHE events, the UP Lantern Parade, ACLE, outreach programs, talks, and maybe even other fashion shows. We’re open to suggestions. Just let us know.

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Clothes from PolyvoreCompiled by Dinah Alivio

Cool Chick

Dainty Doll

Sporty Gal

Mexx

fatface. J. Brand

Dorothy Perkins

Vans

Nelly.com

chicnova.com

witchery. com.au

This cozy outfit is perfect for the ‘ber’

months

Denim on denim? Why not?

What could be more warm to the feet than

boots?

Leave it unbuttoned

for that effortless

look!

Anya Hindmarch

BCBGMAXAZRIA

Le Silla

Chloe

ForeverNew

Tops

hop

The Base Garment

Dainty Doll

Sleek Lady

Party GIrl

Barkins

Asos

Don’t Ask Amanda

Pair black with bright colors that shout “I’m

ready to party!”

A blazer doesn’t always have to be paired with

pants!

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SandalsAre

Simpleyet

Stylish!

Add a sparkly clutch to look extra glamorous!

Look casual professional with a blazer!

BY Laya Canals

Kim Baydo

Janel M

ondejar

Dinah Alivio

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Me UPMake

Me UP

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start off by applying facial moisturizer

apply foundation in a color that’s appropriate for your skin tone

Contour and highlight then apply blush on the apples of your cheeks

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Pluck or shave your eyebrows into

the perfect arc then

prep your eyes with a neutral

color.

Color your eyelids then follow up with eye liner.

Don’t be limited by colors. Be creative and try out different combinations. Don’t let it reach the eyebrows, unless you want a high-fashion look.

Color your lips with lip tint or lip stick.

D ay Looks

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Face SHape

Square Oblong

N i g h t Looks

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Face SHape

Round Heart

S ha k ethat Body

How to Dress Your BodY Shape

S ha k ethat Body

Models

Karla Trillanes, Gianne Castillo, Hannah Bailon, Charm Javier

& Avyiel MenchavezPhotographed by

Carina BailonHair, Make-up and Styling by

Christine De leon, Paola LazatinWrite ups by

Arianne Cruzado

Clothing Suggestions from Polyvore How to Dress Your BodY Shape

For triangular body types, blousy tops

or any top with full sleeves and

wide necklines are recommended to add width and full-ness on shoulders, sleeves and bodice.

On the other hand, any loose fitting bot-tom is recommended

to hide and deem-phasize the lower

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For inverted triangular body types, flared or pleated skirt and pants are recommended to create soft fullness below the

waist.

For hourglass body type, loose fit outfits in the bust and hip area are

recommended to create softness

and illusion of thin-ness on the upper and lower torso.

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For rectangular body types, layered outfits, jackets and sweat-ers- worn open are recommended to soften the upper

torso. On the other hand, flowing sinuous

bottom tightened by belts are recom-mended to skim and

create illusion of waist.

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Because the ideal body type is already ideal,

choose clothes that will emphasize your shape

like waist-line dresses and bright colored textiles!

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Photographed by Gelo Salanga

Styled by Caca SiapnoMake-up By

Sophia ManimboModels

Alex De leonElla Chicano

UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES

RJ SANTOS

Student SpotlightW

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Rj Santos, that prolific Clothing Technol-ogy student who, with his now undershaved ala samurai hair, remained as humble and dependable as ever. Not that he hasn’t made a name for himself already, Rj is quite an achiever with commissioned photography and videography works for designer Francis Libiran, winning a design competition for international heritage brand Lee Jeans, opening and running his own accessory line Z! and not to mention finishing his academics with flying colors. Rj is that cool, chill and down to earth kind of guy, often in high street clothing with relaxed vibe, you wouldn’t be surprised how he made a lot of friends that are equally as awesome as he is. Much as to the songs he listens to, Rj is a bit indie but definitely new. New is the word. With his background in graphic arts, me-dia, music and fashion, Rj will surely, someday, become someone we knew will make us all proud.

“BSCT changed me in a way that it helped me define what i really wanted in life.”

Confident words from someone who will only be starting to make a career for him-self in 6 months time as he graduates in BS Clothing Technology program of UP Diliman. Those are profound words and not just made up phrases,why not, coming from someone who shifted courses, transfered schools(Rj was a former Fine Arts student in University of Santo Tomas) and explored different career options, Rj has never been sure of what he re-ally wanted in life and so are most of us, who just like Rj, are still finding that perfect career match. But Rj definitely changed, he now has a clearer view of what he wanted- a career in fashion and media.

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Fashion. Media. Rj, together with his block-mates, recently showed their collections for their graduation show. Rj’s collection was definitely hip and new. With specially printed fabrics, draped jackets and leather ensembles, one can definitely say Rj has already found his design identity. So much for someone who counts music and human behavior as his inspi-rations. He likes observing people.

But what about media? Rj has always been fond of exploring things. He shares that it was in 5th grade when he started us-ing their family camcorder and took videos of his cousins while he make a story and direct them. Now, Rj is a visionary. Fusing media and fashion in a way that is both disconnect-ing and riveting, Rj definitely tries hard to push the boundaries of visual art- or at least his skills. It was evident in the over-all theme of their batch’s graduation show, from the public-ity photos and viral videos where top model Pauline Prieto can be seen in black and white caressing confetti it a subtle way, Rj has a vi-sion- it may not necessarily understood but beautiful none the less.

On Graduation.”Seeing my pieces that I’ve designed and constructed myself walk the runway was unbelievable. I seriously got chills when my song started playing. I’m not sure if it was the song though cause the song was kind of scary. haha. Seeing your works on the runway by a lot of people is such an awe-some experience.” Truly, a designer’s dream and what Rj and all of BS CT students are aiming for - to finally saw their own collections walked the runway. It is an affirmation that he made it - after all, it is by its essence, a gradu-ation show. A show that culminates all the hard work and knowledge he gained in the 4 years that he studied. A show that presents him in the public as the person he always wanted to be. A show that represents his vi-sion. A vision of who he is and what he can be. It is an affirmation but not an assurance- for he is about to start anew. A new phase in his life where his voice and vision will be challenged. A phase it his life where he keeps on pushing. Pushing himself and the edges. It will be a long road but rest assured he will emerged estab-lished. As what we always believed.

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