Style Manila, the Fashion that’s rich in flavour
By The Parodist | June 27, 2007
The day has finally arrived! Say hello to Style Manila!
For readers, who have been around long enough, I’m sure you’ve already chanced upon this fashion blog of mine. Well, now, it’s officially launched.
Style Manila is the latest addition to the blog roster of The Bayanihan Blog Network. It’s “a Philippine fashion blog focused on Manila fashion, the fashion that’s rich in flavour.”
The blog has been around since the beginning of the year and I’m quite ecstatic that I finally get to tell you guys about its launch now.
My ultimate goal is not to tell the Philippine society to dress the same way but for them to find a way to express their individuality through fashion that can distinctly define the concept of Style Manila.
I believe that Philippine fashion, Manila fashion in particular, is rich in flavour. From the numerous and notable fashion designers and fashion brands, I’ve come to realise how incredibly fashion-forward the country can be. Fashionistas thrive on the mall-ified influence of our country. Shopping has somehow become a bona fide activity that shoppers are considered hobbyists. And then there are the western influences that traveling and media have introduced.
The aesthetics of fashion is not something limited to the young and beautiful but is and should be made available to women of all shapes and sizes. This just means that I won’t be focusing my eyes on models or celebrities alone. Rather, I’d also want to highlight what’s really out there and not just what’s on glossy magazines.
Am I merely chronicling the fashion and style in our country? Not just. I’m also hoping to define, classify and share it.
The world deserves to know.
I hope you guys would take the time to visit me there, too. I’m still currently working on The crocs™ Project and cooking up a few more, which you’re free to join.
This is just a taste of what you can expect from me and the blog. You can witness as I try my best to ease people out of the misconception that fashion is not intelligent. Watch me spat out theories pointing out how fashion is an everyday thing and that individuals care about it more than they let on. 
The very fact that Manila is so vibrant and alive, which can be clearly seen in the different styles you see on the streets, is a cause for celebration. We’re growing a healthy amount of world-class fashion designers. Filipinos can be sophisticated shoppers. Our country is a mall country — er, note, SM Mall of Asia — and not to mention all the tiangge (flea markets) sprouting left and right, thriving. Yes, we actually have a notable local fashion scene that we can blog about simply because a lot of people like going out and hanging out. Naturally, they will dress up. 
Indeed, all things considering, the world deserves to know.
Topics: Blogs & Blogging, The Fashionista |
June 27th, 2007 at 8:52 pm
Wee! Love Style Manila! Hope you can give fashion makeovers to people hiding in black outfits like moi!Haha!
June 27th, 2007 at 9:40 pm
Does this mean I have to escort you to the latest happenings and the local scene?
Let’s get someone to sponsor your makeovers.
June 27th, 2007 at 10:05 pm
Sophie: Thanks! Well, styling is something I’d want to do but subjects should be open to the idea of trying out new things, too! But that’s a great idea, I hope I’d find willing participants!
Rico: Well, I won’t twist your arm or anything but I’d love it if you will. The idea of sponsors is a good one. It’ll make it easier on the subject’s pocket!
June 27th, 2007 at 10:53 pm
Kewlness!!
June 28th, 2007 at 3:12 am
Dexie: Yes, it IS cool. Uber-cool!
June 28th, 2007 at 10:12 am
Yay!
Although I’ve acquired a taste for shopping for nice and sensible tops, I still can’t relate to the bigger fashion scene. You should have some sort of “fashion eye for the style-agnostic guy/gal” thing going. Hehehe.
July 2nd, 2007 at 2:25 am
Eugene: I guess that suggestion wouldn’t hurt one bit! Actually, I’d love it if I’d get to inspire a “style agnostic” individual to try picking it up a little in terms of fashion. It doesn’t mean they have to be real trendy, just develop a personal style they can be comfortable with, me thinks!