FULL METAL GEAR

Wonder Woman, for sure, would have love these! But these fierce metal belts designed by JEFFREY ROGADOR are for every woman who dare to add extra panache when it comes to their getup - very wonderful!

It all started when couture designer MICHAEL CINCO commissioned Rogador to do his metallic accessories as seen in his much-talked about Philippine Fashion Week and Red Cross shows last season. After that, Rogador thought of developing those metal accessories after getting good feedbacks, and started with belts first. He made a few pieces and posted the photos on his Facebook account.

As soon as the night begins, these metal belts are the best flashy accessories that can add glamourous edge to any simple, or solid-colored wardrobe. These are already standout pieces, and you may no longer need to add other blingy stuff. Prepare to get envious eyes staring at you while in a party, as you're headed to become the star of the night with these tough-chic belts!

Watch out for Jpoi's other metal accessories already in the works. For orders or inquiries, contact JEFFREY ROGADOR at 09172080227. Or message him at Facebook/Jeffrey Rogador. Also check out his website www.jeffreyrogador.com which will be up very soon.


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Photography: Ahleks Fusilero
Styling: Jeffrey Rogador, Pauline Macapagal
Assisted by: Zaira Abella
Makeup: Chuchie Ledesma
Hair: Jeffrey Agustin and Halley Sia (of Creations by Lourd Ramos Salon)

SUNNY DISPOSITION: Shapes S/S 2012 Ad Campaign (Part 2)

Lately, the summer heat has become more intense, making all of us feel quite uneasy, and oftentimes hot-headed. For SHAPES, it's all about keeping your composure with easy, relaxed clothes that retain your cool while looking great even in the sweltering heat. Without much talk, here's Part 2 of the ad campaign we did for the brand, and take note of some comfy, effortless but fashionable looks that will aid in maintaining your sunny disposition:

Check out the new collection by visiting SHAPES outlets nationwide. Or go to www.shapes.com.ph for more details.



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Photography: Jo Ann Bitagcol
Art Direction: Mike de Guzman (MGP)
Styling: George Palmiano (MGP)
Assisted by: Sheila & Alang Danipog
Makeup: Bobby Carlos (Max Factor)
Hair: Jaime Sy
Models: Catriona Gray (IM-Models), Pauline Prieto & Jessica Yang (Mercator)
Shoes by: Parisian

FRESH CHANGE: Shapes S/S 2012 Billboard Ads

Alright, I'd been away from the fashion blog-o-sphere for quite some time. With most of us having been drenched under the heat of the summer sun during a much-needed Holy Week break, I am hoping that everyone is freshened up and back in good shape like I do.

And speaking of "fresh" and "shape", our MGP team is so thrilled about a FRESH CHANGE happening for local fashion retailer, SHAPES. The new billboard ads feature a transition or renewal this summer, with the brand celebrating its 10th Anniversary while opting to use realistically-fabulous and classy, young, in-demand female models (Pauline Prieto, Catriona Gray & Jessica Yang) to highlight its campaign this time.

With summer still at its peak, the new collection of SHAPES focuses on various basic but classic looks with refined feminine twists. Various prints dominate the assortment ranging from florals to animal prints to stripes to geometric patterns that all come in bright, warm hues. On the other hand, there are also vivid summer whites that hold true to the sentiment of the ad campaign, FRESH CHANGE.

Our work with SHAPES is something that the whole creative team is really proud of. My partner Geo and I had been doing its ad campaigns for several years now, and this latest pictorial is a testament of our strong bond and loyal relationship with SHAPES, no matter what the challenges are. We are grateful to its staff and owners (whom we have become very good friends with), not just for another oppotunity, but also for allowing us to choose the team we desire to work with. The end result is pretty amazing, the models look like gorgeous hacienderas - very GL ang peg (GL = ganda lang)!

SHAPING UP. The whole creative team with Jo Ann Bitagcol, George Palmiano, Bobby Carlos, Louis Claparols, Jaime Sy, Pauline Prieto, Catriona Gray, Jessica Yang, Amphie Henson, , Sheila & Alang Danipog.

OK, the scoop: I am sure that many of you would ask what happened to sisters Toni & Alex Gonzaga, the original brand endorsers. Their contract with SHAPES expired when the year started, period. The brand needs to move on, if you know what I mean.

Please check out SHAPES outlets nationwide and visit www.shapes.com.ph for updates.


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Photography: Jo Ann Bitagcol
Art Direction: Mike de Guzman (MGP)
Styling: George Palmiano (MGP)
Assisted by: Sheila Marie & Alang Danipog
Makeup: Bobby Carlos (Max Factor)
Hair: Jaime Sy
Models: Catriona Gray (IM Models), Pauline Prieto & Jessica Yang (Mercator)

SAIL AWAY: Milanos S/S 2012 Ad Campaign

After writing about PARISIAN's sizzling summer ad campaign, it's time to give the spotlight to MILANOS as we all look forward to stepping up to a luxe vacation this coming Holy Week.

While most of us are setting up our wardrobe choices that will have us looking great underneath the summer sun, MILANOS, the in-house footwear brand of SM Department Store targetted for young male professionals, presents a collection of cool casual shoes that come with classic sporty-leisure vibe.

According to MILANOS, boat shoes are so hot this season. Wear it when you feel a little sporty or want to brave the heat with shorts. You can also wear with with jeans or chinos and with any kind of casual shirt. It is best to wear it sans socks, but if you must, get those really low foot socks that doesn't show.

On the other hand, also check out these cool espadrilles from MILANOS. Perfect footwear that will have you sailing away:

Once again, Geo and I (Team MGP) would like to thank the LTBG Group of SM Department Store for this fun shoot done in Subic Yacht Club. Nothing can be as luxurious as shooting while cruising on a yacht, and even sailing on a regatta. Love the whole creative team! Here are some behind-the-scene tidbits, and see how we all enjoyed while bonding at the same time doing hard work:

CRUISE PATROL: Milanos shoot with (Back row, L-R) George Palmiano, Sheila Marie Danipog, Edwin Calingasan, Rina Lacia-Bugayong, Ricardo Arizala, Ricci del Rosario, Neri Rieza, Mitz Prado; (2nd row, L-R) Mike de Guzman, Anna May Sta.Ana, Christian Sia, Randy Niduaza; (Front row, L-R): Lora Gabuna-Antenor, Callum David, Nico Villegas)

MILANOS is available at SM Department Stores nationwide. Check out and like their facebook page: Milanos Shoes.


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Photography: Nico Villegas (Edge of Light)
Styling: Mike de Guzman & George Palmiano (MGP)
Assisted by: Sheila Marie Danipog & Neri Rieza
Hair & Makeup: Edwin Calingasan
Model: Callum David (Elite Manila)
Ad Agency: Adfolio

TYRA BANKS WEARS PINOY DESIGN

America's Next Top Model host/producer and supermodel TYRA BANKS must be sooo loving Pinoy fashion creativity. After the creations of international Pinoy designers Michael Cinco and Oliver Tolentino making a splash in recent ANTM cycles, the spotlights are on FRANCIS LIBIRAN this time, as Tyra wore his gown at the Endometriosis Foundation Of America's 4th Annual Blossom Ball at The New York Public Library in New York City, NY on March 15, 2012.

According to news, Tyra made it to the best-dressed list while wearing a gorgeous strapless dress with geometric lines and sheer skirt by Libiran. The good-looking Pinoy designer initially gave the dress as a gift to Tyra, who eventually must loved it and wore it to the said event.

Photo from www.hollywoodlife.com

Isn't it exciting to see different Hollywood celebrities wearing more and more Filipino fashion designs lately (to the likes of Monique Lhuillier, Furne One, Michael Cinco and Oliver Tolentino)? Kudos to Francis Libiran (whose retail line is available at Myth, Greenbelt)!

FORWARD MARCH: Solo S/S 2012 Ad Campaign

There's an ongoing style revolution, and local brand SOLO is bravely marching on the summer's battlefield with military-inspired fashion collection. With a new ad campaign that features the grand winners of SOLO Online Model Search Year 3, the brand signals everyone to up their defenses with this all-out fashion alert.

SOLO's new collection showcases a wide variety of summer smart get-ups with military combat flair: jackets, vests, blazers, tees, cargo pants, jeans, and accessories. Aside from this, SOLO has a wide range of beach essentials for the summer: bikinis in fun styles and vibrant colors, functional cover-ups, board shorts and basic tanks and swim shorts. The said summer 2012 collection hits the stores this March.

Both self-professed fashion fanatics and model aspirants, this year's grand winners Edward Espinola and Sophia Balagat joined the contest hoping that this would open doors for them in the world of modeling.  “Just being a finalist is good enough for me. So when I learned that I’m the Grand Winner, man that was awesome! I felt great!” Edward shared when asked how does it feel being the newest endorser of SOLO.

For updates, check out www.solo.com.ph  “Like” on Facebook, “Solo Online” and follow on Twitter, twitter.com/mySoloOnline.

SKY'S THE LIMIT: Parisian S/S 2012 Ad Campaign

Nope, they are not angels in flight, but are beautiful, blonde models with heavenly form sashaying against a backdrop of majestic, truly breathtaking, teal skies. And yes, they are wearing the hottest shoe and bag styles from SM Department Store's iconic footwear brand, PARISIAN.

SKY HIGH. Parisian steps up, and is bursting with fresh summer colors.

This summer, PARISIAN is keener on going globally-synched in terms of look with a fashionably refreshing ad campaign that features different collections of shoes and bags that take you to the brighter, cheerier side of the season.

In a country with mostly temperate climate, it's a given that men will die crazy for long, spotless, sexy legs – especially if girls will wear a pair of gorgeous shoes that make the lower appendages look almost kilometric. PARISIAN's collection of eye-candy heels, flats and wedges – in several styles and fruity colors to choose from – will have you stepping up your way to heaven, I mean to your ultimate summer destination. Add a carryall bag or sling on a satchel, choose an outfit that reveals your legs, and walk as if the wind is blowing on your hair – yes girls, you’ll be on every cute guy’s radar!

Shot entirely at Meteora in Tagaytay, as promised in my previous blog entry, here's the ad campaign that my partner stylist George Palmiano and I (team MGP) are extremely proud of:

Please also watch this wonderfully-done, uber cute short fashion film by PARISIAN, one of the videos in the series, that catches the fun, fashionable and colorful vibe of summer 2012. Would you blame us if the whole creative team are feeling so thrilled of this ad campaign?

Thank you, for the nth time, PARISIAN, for another memorable experience. Geo and I are more than exhilirated, not to mention humbled. Thanks also to the whole creative team (you know who you are). Allow me to share this behind-the-scene tidbits done by Adfolio Advertising and see for yourselves the hardwork we poured in while enjoying the entire shoot and scenery at Tagaytay, and how fabulous this team was:

Check out PARISIAN at SM Department Stores nationwide. Styles may vary per store.



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Photography: Pat Dy
Styling: Mike de Guzman & George Palmiano (MGP)
Assisted by: Sheila Marie Danipog & Neri
Makeup: Bobby Carlos
Hair: John Valle
Models: Anthea & Alisa (Elite Manila)
Ad Agency: Adfolio
Shot entirely at Meteora, Tagaytay.
Special thanks to Louis Claparols for providing some of the outfits used in this shoot.