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Coming of Age
IN THE COMPANY OF WOMEN • For our 18th anniversary issue, we bring you Maricris Zobel, as she speaks on family, faith, and her green thumb
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Paalam, Pilipinas • One of the most popular and well-liked diplomats, US Ambassador Sung Kim bids adieu to the Philippines
IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION • Filipino art historian Patrick Flores takes on the helm of the upcoming Singapore Biennale
A WEDDING IN THE WORKS
FASHION FOR A CAUSE
Don’t Be Sorry • Maurice Arcache shares his hospital adventures and his best advice to get well—laughter!
Art for Asia • The Cultural Centre of the Philippines celebrates its golden anniversary with the first International Performing Arts Summit
Sep • Welcome the long-awaited “ber” months with an array of thrilling cultural events—from concerts to stage plays to book fairs
Time and Space • Important exhibitions addressing a variety of time periods, locations, and media open at major museums around the world this month
Hanging Out With Kevin • With Asian representation becoming more widespread in Hollywood, we catch up with the man whose best-selling novel helped pave the way: Kevin Kwan
MEET GENERATION T: TOQ A • As contemporary island girls themselves, Isabel Sicat and Aiala Valdovino are the perfect embodiment of their high-fashion label Toqa. Together, they create pieces with a distinct sport-resort aesthetic while spreading the word about sustainability and eco-consciousness.
FIRST LOVE LASTS FOREVER • Longtime sweethearts Javier Puno and Catherine Concepcion said their “I do’s” in a romantic ceremony at Makati’s Santuario de San Antonio
First Love Lasts Forever • CATHERINE CONCEPCION AND JAVIER PUNO EXCHANGE “I DO’S”
Trailblazing Into Tomorrow • THE GENERATION T 2019 LIST FEATURES 50 FILIPINO HONOUREES TOGETHER WITH 350 OTHERS ACROSS THE REGION
The INSIDER
MODERN SUPERIOR • Building on the need for more space and amenities to accommodate their growing family, this couple turns to Ed Calma to help create their dream home
Modern Superior • Replete with just about everything one might want in their dream house, this contemporary oasis in the city by architect and interior designer Ed Calma is the perfect family abode
An Eye for Expansion • On the heels of its rebranding, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls is set to grow its already impressive portfolio as it widens its scope to areas outside the metro
A NEW WAY OF LIVING • By blending beautiful contrasts of land, light, and sea, Dutch designer Marcel Wanders revisits Natuzzi Italia’s Dandy collection to bring it back to its roots
At Home in the Kitchen • On its 90th anniversary, German kitchen manufacturer SieMatic stays true to its brand of timeless elegance
Through the Years • Miele celebrates its 120 years of fascinating innovation—sharing its past stories and newest products
Sleek and Chic • This month’s picks are contemporary pieces designed to suit today’s homes
The Polished Look • Homeowners now have more choices to...