Girl Wonder

Girl Wonder

A part-time model, online store entrepreneur, and bag and accessory designer, Ayla Gomez may be a laidback boheme with an invitingly easygoing deameanor, but Zee Lifestyle finds out nothing about her success is accidental.
The Pursuit of Happiness

The Pursuit of Happiness

With 20 years of success in Play House Preschool and B.R.I.G.H.T. Academy, Allen Zaldariagga continues to be an inspiring figure with her positive outlook on life, genuine care for those she meets and an effervescent inner joy that catches on.
Talk of the Town

Talk of the Town

Megaworld changes the city’s skyline with The Mactan Newtown, a township development that brings the company’s Live-Work-Play concept to Cebu, appealing to it-couple Anna Igpit and Glenn Soco, who talk about dealing with the demands of their lifestyle and how an easygoing outlook works for their five-year relationship.
Man of the Hour: Sen. Chiz Escudero

Man of the Hour: Sen. Chiz Escudero

More a series of impressions than a direct political portrait, a conversation with Senate reelectionist Francis Escudero, better known to the public as Chiz, reveals the ideals and goals that move a man who could be president one day.
National Treasures

National Treasures

There is a veneer of perfection to Senator Loren, and there is no doubt this something she aims at in everything she does. A woman fighting in a man’s world, so to speak, she is tough and demanding even, but to an extent that she would also impose on herself....
Jun Escario: Chapter XX

Jun Escario: Chapter XX

On the 20th year of his career, Jun Escario shares thoughts on his personal and professional evolution, and an outlook that has made him a staying force in the fashion industry. As he presses forward, he takes a more minimal design aesthetic and now subscribes to a lifestyle that he...
Furne One: Dreaming the Drama

Furne One: Dreaming the Drama

From a simple but nurturing home to making bold strokes in global fashion, Furne One is Cebu’s gift to the world—a symbol of Filipino pride that comes in a halo of gorgeous fabrics, shimmering beadwork and bold designs.
Uncovered, Under Covers

Uncovered, Under Covers

Anyone can be an internet celebrity nowadays, and Ellen Adarna is one who has used this to her advantage. She has made a name for herself in showbiz, rising above the bumps often encountered by superstars-in-the-making, scathed and furled by none of them. This month, Ellen lands herself a giant...
Leap of Faith

Leap of Faith

Edna Lhuillier and Mariquita Yeung who play significant roles in the fundraising campaign for the canonization of Blessed Pedro Calungsod need no introductions. But few know the inner workings of the minds and hearts of these two ladies, so alike in circumstance and yet so different in temperament and discipline....
The Age of Innocence

The Age of Innocence

Straight-talking, athletic and gorgeous, Phoebe and Megan Smith take on the challenge of this cover story which entailed two separate shoots, several styling sessions and a trip to Bridges Salon to achieve a mahogany shade on Megan’s hair and a copper shade on Phoebe’s. The Smith siblings, young and self-aware,...
A Journey to Paradise

A Journey to Paradise

The story of Hervé Lampert and his wife Tess is a story of lives as intertwined as the DEDON story is to Cebu. Perhaps the love story of the dynamic couple, with Tess being the wife of the CEO, could arguably be the unseen force that makes DEDON and Cebu...
Finer Things

Finer Things

Clearly, she has made no bones about continuing a legacy that her grandmother, Viring, began. She cites Inno Sotto, Jun Escario, Arcy Gayatin, Philip Rodriguez, Oj Hofer, and her brother Anthony Romoff as people who have inspired and shaped her as a designer.
Sibling Revelry

Sibling Revelry

Literally and figuratively made from the same mold, French-Filipino siblings Lani and Dean Taylor Pasquet share how family and adaptability have become the recipe for success of international design sensation, La Galuche Inc.
Toast of the Town

Toast of the Town

Their diligence at their craft, and undying passion to improve it, has earned them the name fashion designer. Banded together, they are the Fashion Council of Cebu.
The Gift that Keeps on Giving

The Gift that Keeps on Giving

The holiday season kicks off officially with Thanksgiving. A time to be grateful for family, friends and blessings. Although this is not usually practiced in our tropical country, there are, however, families like the Woolbrights for whom this is a time-honored tradition.
Model Citizen

Model Citizen

She goes by Clau, or Claudinha , but it’s Claudia Bezza, and she speaks four languages, hails from Brazil, lives in Hong Kong, and frequents Cebu. She prefers the simpler things in life but also enjoys the good life, and works hard for it. She gives, she shares, she’s...
Iya Villania: Lady in Waiting

Iya Villania: Lady in Waiting

Away from the craziness, in the dimly lit, eerily cool and plush Salon de Ning, host, actress, and model Iya Villania fixes her gaze on our camera. With Arcy Gayatin’s gown enveloping her every curve, Iya shows us her moves and proves to us why showbiz is lucky to have...
The Legacy of Mike Rama

The Legacy of Mike Rama

"I’ve been preparing to be a leader all my life.” — Mike Rama
Rendezvous with Kim and Matteo

Rendezvous with Kim and Matteo

He likes to drive fast. She is the girl-next-door. With a TV series in the making, the interstellar pop-culture pairing of Matteo Guidicelli and Kim Chiu makes for a perfect on-and-off camera rendezvous.
At Home With Audrey

At Home With Audrey

Right from the start of the interview, one thing is crystal clear: Audrey Zubiri takes motherhood very seriously. “I’m sorry I couldn’t make it last Saturday,” she says as she takes her seat inside the quiet café in Makati on a Monday morning. “It was my son’s birthday party. He...
Confluence of Characters

Confluence of Characters

Bernadette Aboitiz, Rochelle del Rosario and June Alegrado are accomplished ladies whose worlds revolve around family, work and civic responsibilities to a younger generation to which Andrea, Kristy and Krystle belong. Their commonality? Comfortable elegance that transcends the age gap…
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The Lure of Chiang Mai

The Lure of Chiang Mai

Thailand's second city is a great choice to avoid the teeming herd of tourists, and yet still quenches the thirst for culture, cuisine and shopping...
Georgia Jauslin

Georgia Jauslin

"I see myself as a true world citizen – someone who has traveled the world; an enriched soul who has gained a deeper understanding of the things that truly matter. I see myself as a successful writer, someone flourishing in the artistic field, even if these days, it is the road less traveled."
Ibiza Inclined

Ibiza Inclined

Structured 70s inspired resort wear dominated the runways of New York, Paris and Milan, and are sure to hit the shores of this island paradise. Remember to protect yourself from harmful UV rays by lathering on Vaseline Healthy White SPF 24, with Vitamin B3 that helps lighten and even out skin, and keeps you moisturized...
Bram Laebens

Bram Laebens

“Because people are smaller, the first thing I notice is that women wear much higher heels than in Belgium. The highest stilettos with additional platform can be spotted everywhere. In addition, both men and women adore flash vibrant color and everything with ‘bling bling’. Imagine a lot of prints, studs and rhinestones. Fashion is in...
House on the Hill

House on the Hill

What makes a house into a home? This young family breaks out from traditional room placements and make their space adjust to their lifestyle.
Vaseline and Forever 21 #SUNSTYLE After-party

Vaseline and Forever 21 #SUNSTYLE After-party

After the @SUNSTYLE show, the night was spent in Scrapyard, where VIP guests enjoyed cocktails and another round of beauty and fashion show off in a trunk show. Everyone sampled the delectable hors d’oeuvres from Rica’s, and enjoyed the free-flowing mojitos and glasses of Martini Asti.
Vaseline and Forever21 #SUNSTYLE Fashion Show

Vaseline and Forever21 #SUNSTYLE Fashion Show

Two of the country’s biggest and most recognizable brands, Vaseline and Forever 21 come together in the sunny island of Cebu for Sunstyle, a two-part event to celebrate summer’s latest must haves: beautiful skin by Vaseline and hippest style by Forever21.
David Ortega

David Ortega

David immediately fell in love with the Philippines when he first visited back in 2011. While finishing his studies in China, he was already making a plan to come back, and he did. He first worked for an International Fashion Accessories manufacturer, and now he’s a Brand Manager for Xlibris.
Cebu Next

Cebu Next

Armed with talent and a driving ambition, this crop of cool kids have been working and excelling in their respective industries to bring Cebu into the future, all while embodying a style statement that makes work look good.
12 Under 12

12 Under 12

Zee Lifestyle’s own version of the #MiniCoveteurs phenomenon (via Youtube), featuring Cebu’s promising young stars, took 'playing dress-up’ to a whole new level. Styled by Cebu's up-and-coming stylists, these cuties were smiling ear to ear excited with their transformation as this generation's hottest style icons. Mom and Dad couldn't be more proud. Kids, you can...
Wonderluxe Destination: Dedon Island - Siargao

Wonderluxe Destination: Dedon Island – Siargao

Hot on the heels of a group of New York journalists who came quietly to Dedon Island for an exclusive preview last April, Zee Lifestyle is the first local magazine to feature this latest addition to the list of luxury destinations. Eva Gullas reports on her visit to the island.
Life Dance 2013

Life Dance 2013

LifeDance 2013 brings to Cebu a mind-blowing lineup of international DJs to preach the party gospel to the swarming crowd.
My Bottle’s Keeper

My Bottle’s Keeper

At approximately 2AM on Saturday (GMT +8:00), the world will supposedly end. Whether it is or isn’t factual, you’ve probably received your Christmas bonus and it’s high time you splurge on yourself and the people you love. Go out with a bang with the city’s hottest spots and their priciest instruments of inebriation.
Kiss the Cook

Kiss the Cook

A gender-swapped version of last year’s female chefs and foodies, Zee Lifestyle turns the spotlight on these attractive culinary hobbyists and the signature dishes they prepare to win over the ladies.





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