BUM; Print, Billboard, and Online Media Styling

This one once can be seen along EDSA Guadalupe.

If it weren't for this project, I'd never really realize how blessed I am with getting ad campaigns, whether they be huge or small, print, television, billboard or online. I'm thankful to Stanley Briz and Rai Lacoste (yeap, that's really his family name) for BUM. I once again relived that time when all of my styled stuff can be seen all over the streets around the Philippines. Well, for this one, it's basically just in Manila, specifically along EDSA. Actually, not just the streets, but online and in magazines as well plus in LED screens all over SM Malls. And since we all know that stylists never really get credit on print for ad campaigns, I'm claiming these, he he.

Ken Samudio; A Pop Up Sale in the Heart of Makati

I'd describe Ken Samudio as a charismatic accessory designer. Once you get to know him more, you'd understand where his design aesthetic is coming from. He is a kid at heart with a boyish sense of humor. I've always said that every time I see a Ken Samudio piece, it's like I want to wear it because the design is quite masculine, and yet you know that it's def. not for men (or, at least, the conventional man). Even before his PEFTA days, he has been creating and making wonderful, wearable works of arts. He is a favorite among stylists, designers, brands (yes, even brands), Filipino AND international celebrities, and fashion magazines. I wouldn't be surprised if one day, his name would be synonymous to famous international accessory designers.

Now, you have a chance to bask at everything KEN SAMUDIO in this rare opportunity... a first for him, and I personally am hoping would not be the last. He will be having a sample sale of all of his creations at N + Studio in Makati (address and other information is in the posted photo). The studio will be open for four days straight, starting from December 19 to 22, 11am to 9pm. Who knows, maybe you'd be able to catch him also and have a small chit-chat with him. So for those of you who go to the studio for fittings and pull-outs, don't be surprised (or panic) if you don't see a single item of garment on those dates. They are all shoved in the dressing room and they'll return after the event, ha ha ha!!!

So for all of you Ken Samudio fans out there who usually order stuff from him online, here's your chance to see a whole lot of his accessories under one roof. And what more, at very affordable JUST ON THE DATES OF THE SALE prices.

For more information about the sale, you can leave me a message HERE or contact Inigo (name and number on the poster).

Hope to see you guys on those dates!!!

To view the map going to the venue, click HERE.

Ken Samudio; Help for Yolanda/Haiyan Victims

If you want to participate in this benefit sale, check out Ken Samudio's Facebook. 80% goes to the survivors of Typhoon Yolanda.

Please... every single bit helps.

Ken Samudio; Adorn USA Campaign

Adorn USA officially opened its website a few days ago. The site features mostly Filipino accessory designers. I am truly honored and I consider it a privilege to be a part of this website by shooting and styling two of the jump-off photos of the site. Not seen on the site are these photos, featuring accessories crafted by Ken Samudio. Also, this shoot is a bit personal for me. If you read the description of the pieces, you'd know why.

"Nio Manzano" does "Quirky Creatives"; Brides in Waiting

FINALLY!!! One of my favorite husband and wife team!!! Photographer Noel Salazar and his wife, hair and make-up artiste Rae Venturanza-Salazar agreed to do a collaboration with me for something I’ve been DYING to do for months now!!! Super duper thanks also to Claire Celiz-Pascual of Beauty Blog M.D. for some of the romance novel-esque lines used in this set. 

Most brides dream about the perfect wedding. From the gown they’ll wear down to the minutest detail. What goes on in their mind? What happens before the vows? Take a peek into the lives of two brides Sophie and Candace. The brides in waiting.

Earrings by Ken Samudio