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Digital Influence
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Letter Of The Month
Hello MEGA, A few years ago, I remember myself constantly visiting our college library to kill time during my long and sometimes dragging break hours. I would sit and enjoy the quietness, often reading MEGA magazine. I remember how I admired the tale
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Remembering The Ultimate Megawoman: sari Yap
I have spent a good 16 years of my life in MEGA, the company that Sari built from the ground up. Like the many others who have stayed and even those who have moved on, we were all witness to Sari’s journey into building an empire that remains as vibr
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Hero Complex
1 Round tortoiseshell sunglasses by BALENCIAGA. 2 Pussy bow silk blouse by GIVENCHY. 3 Tan obi belt by LOEWE. 4 White cape by LOEWE. 5 Jacquard cropped pants by GUCCI. 6 Suede trimmed shoulder bag by CHLOÉ AT ADORA. 7 Tan boot by JIMMY CHOO. 8 Bow st
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What Makes A Woman
One could easily go to YouTube and look up “100 years of Beauty” and see how the concept of beauty constantly changes. One minute it’s thin brows and rouged lips, the next decade it’s bronzed skin and thick brows. What remains constant though, is the
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Yes, Fleece
1 Pilot sunglasses by LOEWE. 2 Monogram knit beanie by FENDI. 3 Monogram fleece jacket by BURBERRY. 4 White turtleneck top by MM6 MAISON MARGIELA. 5 White fleece pants by FENDI. 6 White quilted Marmont bucket bag by GUCCI. 7 Brown leather knee high b
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Purple Reigns
1 Geometric sunglasses by LOEWE. 2 Polka dot scarf by BALENCIAGA. 3 Oversized rain coat by BALENCIAGA. 4 Printed button down shirt by GUCCI. 5 Velvet Marmont belt bag by GUCCI. 6 Bi-colored pleated skirt by MICHAEL KORS. 7 Velvet platform heel by GUC
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Mega On Digital
For those living abroad or who don’t have time to go to newsstands, MEGA is now online. Download FLIP100 and MAGZTER to get your copy ■
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Mix Master
Opt for the chic colored straps for a more striking look
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Style
It’s midnight and you’re still scrolling mindlessly on social media, looking at Instagram models’ thirst traps, beauty vloggers spitting at each other left and right, and influencers that just shared their five-step “easy” skin care routine even thou
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Mega
PEEWEE REYES-ISIDRO Editor-In-Chief Creative Director SUKI SALVA DOR ManagingEditor TRINA EPILEPSIA BOUTAIN Editorial Admin Associate THEA MARTIN Fashion Editor JEB FRONDA Fashion Associate LYN ALUMNO Beauty & Features Associate MARELLA RICKETTS Edi
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Lights Camera Action
Night At The Casino necklace by BVLGARI Charming Sirens necklace by BVLGARI. 3 easures necklace by BVLGARI. 4 Emerald Affair necklace by BVLGARI. 5 Fairy Wings necklace by BVLGARI. 6 Action! necklace by BVLGARI The highly intricate and colorful pir
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Rooting For You
Uprooting yourself is never an easy choice. Especially if you’ve bloomed and grew where you were planted. This is a decision Hindy Weber-Tantoco had to make a few years ago. She spent nearly a decade in the retail industry, designing for several bran
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Keiko Nakajima
Thirteen years ago, the dance movie Step Up came out in theaters, exciting fans of similar films like You Got Served or Dirty Dancing. It was one of the few motion pictures of its kind that inspired many viewers to put on their dancing shoes and get
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Queen Maker
The whole country was on the edge of their seats last December 17, 2018, not because of a Pacquiao fight but with an equally nerve-wrecking event where beauty, wit and wisdom substitute jabs and knockouts. Our country’s bet, Miss Philippines-Universe
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Feast Your Eyes And Fill Your Heart
“In the center of every awe-inspiring social event, one puts in careful consideration the balanced interplay of tasteful banquet appointments, personalized service, and uniquely served delectable food offerings.” These are the principles Carlo Castil
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Beauty
MEGA’s annual Beauty Awards is always a major coup for the editorial team. Not only is it hot off the heels of the filled-to-the-brim September issue, but October’s ode to all things beauty has the editors sifting and testing through piles and piles
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Live Fast, Dye Young
Food and fashion have a complicated relationship. We all know of the latter’s problematic view of the former. Take this iconic movie scene: after being kicked out of a gala, Emily Blunt’s character in The Devil Wears Prada, lashes out at the bagel-ea
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A New Wave In The Cosmetic Industry
Women often carry hordes of different makeup in their bag every day which makes a simple routine turn into a treasure hunt because of the array of cosmetics that gets in the way. BYS, the Australian makeup brand, is aware of this dilemma this is why
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Sari Will See You Now
Those were the first words Sari Yap said when I entered her room. I’d applied in MEGA years before, back when the internet was the Internet and no one was ashamed of Yahoo! Mail. I was so nervous for my meeting with Sari that I’d asked sartorial advi
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Night Life Reborn
Makati’s Poblacion district has never been short of watering holes to flock to every weekend. From themed bars pouring artisanal cocktails with liquor sourced from an exotic far-off country to new wave resto-bars serving dishes with reduction sauces
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A Runway Refreshed
Being the best isn’t just about the adulations and distinctions, but the confidence and power to push through the day-to-day trials. This mindset is seen through how we look, dress, and act. Aquafina, in partnership with Zalora and SoFA Design Instit
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Think Pink
A little bit of the occult never hurt anyone—not when they’re this pretty. Manifest your destiny with SMASHBOX cosmetics’ collaboration with The Hoodwitch, a 17-piece makeup collection that includes Crystalized versions of the cult-fave Photofinish P
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Plump It Up
Hyaluronic acid is a key skincare ingredient for deep and lasting hydration ■
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Who’s Right Is It Anyway?
“For the love of God, do you really have to go to the washroom four floors down? Why don’t you just pee here?” I asked my friend in an admittedly impatient but innocent huff as we trekked to the mall’s cinema that night. “Previews are starting, and y
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Treat Me Right
While the rest of the world is obsessing over mattes, MAC Love Me Lipstick Collection celebrates the new kind of cream lipstick, one that is weightless and has a satin soft texture. Gone are the days when cream formulas were oily gunks that strayed p
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Features
What happens when a leader goes? A team composed of only followers will feel rudderless and may find themselves lost, adrift at sea. Worse, they can abandon the journey and moor the boat at the jetty. However, if a leader has done her job well, she w
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Fall For All
Stained lips lose their lollipop look with fall’s sultry shades. In lieu of candy, think crushed berries, rich bordeaux wines and silky velvet. Pair it with a wash of shimmery silver on the lids, the barest of blush, and top with a dollop of gloss on
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A New Chapter
Change can be daunting at times, but it is indeed necessary. Whether it is switching career paths or leaving a relationship you’ve grown out of, each transition will leave you with new insight as you make your way towards the woman you’re destined to
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Janeena Chan
The first time I met Janeena Chan, she was hosting a fashion event that was in danger of becoming a total snoozer. As many of these style events go, it started late and many of the guests were already on their third glass of vino. Through the feigned
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Regan Rabanal
The soft-spoken Regan Rabanal has enthralled a demanding crowd of beauty editors, digital content creators and social media influencers. Despite the constant selfie-taking and air-bussing, everyone is clearly hanging on to his every word. This is all
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Face Time
My daughter has amazing skin. Yes, she’s two years old, so it’s not really fair to compare one’s thirty-something skin to a toddler, but nothing makes me look older and more tired than sharing a selfie with her perfect baby skin, unmarked by time, st
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Well Ahead
The needles made taking a selfie impossible. I had several in my ear, on my face, head, wrists, and ankles. I felt like Pinhead on holiday, which made me want to take a photo of how I looked and share it on social media. But I also didn’t want to ris
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The New Class
The first step to beauty is always, always, good skin. Heed the pros when they say that it’s never to early to start an anti-aging regimen The first step to beauty is always, always, good skin. Heed the pros when they say that it’s never to early to
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Skincare
SNAILWHITE Whipp Soap Perennially sold out for a reason. This foamy face wash gets skin squeaky clean FANCY HANDY Fresh Face Vulcan Cleanser Oily and combination skin will love this treatment cleanser YADAH Green Tea Cleansing Balm Remove every l
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Procedures
Aivee TempSure + Aivee Glass THE AIVEE INSTITUTE Bring together the instant lift of a radio frequency treatment with a deeply hydrating facial, and you’ve got a winner Signature Facial at GLOW SKIN CLINIC This eight-step treatment leaves skin looki
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Makeup
SHISEIDO Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation A featherweight foundation that soothes and protects while making you look fresh—all day HAPPY SKIN Generation Happy Skin Active Love Your Lips Intense Color Butter Balm SPF 15 A nourishing balm with
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Fragrance
CALVIN KLEIN Calvin Klein Women Musky and warm —sensual skin TIFFANY & CO. Sheer A soft, powdery scent that’s perfect for meeting parents BVLGARI Man Wood Neroli The one to steal from your man KENZO Flower An airy floral CHANEL Gabrielle A sp
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Hair
DAVINES Liquid Spell Enchant them with picture-perfect style AVEDA Smooth Infusion Masque Calm down overworked hair TANGLE ANGEL Tangle Angel Pro If it’s good enough for a six-year-old, it’s good enough for you VIDAL SASSOON Magic Shine Steam S
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The Age Of Andromeda
Art Direction JANN PASCUA.Hair and Makeup DOROTHYMAMALIO. Model JESSICAof NEW MONARQ MODELS.Shoot coordination THEAMARTIN. Special thanks toTHE SSI GROUP ■
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Store Info
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN , Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Rustan’s Makati; ARAW THE LINE , Tropa Store, 117 Aguirre St., Makati; BALENCIAGA , Greenbelt 5; BERSHKA , Glorietta 2, SM Megamall; BURBERRY , Greenbelt 4, Rustan’s Makati; BVLGARI , Greenbelt 4, Rustan’s M
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Create A Legacy
Four years ago, Sari Yap, founder of One Mega Group said these words in a recorded interview: “Some people might feel sad about it when they realize that their time or their job is done. But with me, I don’t feel that way. It’s because I feel that I
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Who’s That Witch?
Art Direction JANNPASCUA. Makeup JRCONSTANTINO. HairVALERIE CORPUZ.Model RIONA of FARAHMODELS and MIU MIUTHE CAT. Special thanksto SUKI SALVADOR andRICHMOND VELAYO ■
MEGA2 min readPsychology
A Real Man Is A Man Of Love
Love moves in mysterious ways. An emotion often linked with soft and sweet imagery can also give people a rush of fiery sensations. This complex emotion can be expressed in many ways. It can be a quick embrace or making a call to a loved one, both of
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The Original ‘It’ Girl Returns
Before the word “influencer” even had the slightest hint of influence, there was KC Concepcion, then a creative prodigy with celebrity-royalty pedigree, now a comeback queen with a mission, which mainly involves speeding on the highway to her most au
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The Lessons We Take To Heart
Whether you like to admit it or not, you can easily pass judgment on the next person, even when you have zero knowledge of who they may be, what they are going through or what stories are swirling in their system. I cannot blame you, because despite
MEGA2 min readRegional & Ethnic
Italian Indulgence
The Philippines is spoilt for choice when it comes to world cuisines and food movements. Filipinos love to eat and are willing to try just about anything, no matter how odd the concept or combination. However, classics such as Italian cuisine, with i
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The Light Is Coming
When you really think about it, nothing has really changed with human perception. People will only want to show the good bits, projecting nothing but the best at every interface and connection, reserving the rest for a select few at best. With the on
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The World According To Richard Juan
What were you doing at 27-years old?After a hopefully successfully clearing the hurdle that is a quarter life crisis, and standing at the awning of Saturn’s Retum, this fraction of one’s life can be challenging. With the whims of adolescence appropri
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On Heavy Rotation
Already touted as a masterpiece within a refined collection of fragrances from Tom Ford, the incarnation of Tobacco Vanille from its Private Blend line is an intoxicating invoking of an old-world charm that is infused with the grace of contemporary t

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