Innovative. Consistent. Very Woman: PAT SANTOS Describes his Creations

We missed Pat Santos, who skipped the Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2016. But he's back in the runway to showcase his Spring/Summer 2017 collection.

On November 20, we went to Discovery Primea to see Pat Santos' new collection, which took him eight months to complete. Entitled, "Romancing with the Butterflies", Pat Santos' Spring/Summer 2017 collection was inspired by the butterflies and romance. He wanted his muses to feel that they truly are a woman. Pat is usually inspired by the elements of nature such as oceans, birds, butterflies, and flowers. His previous S/S collection was inspired by the oceans.

with my JCI Manileña sisters before the show

His clothes were worn on the runway by local and foreign models. Having foreign muses gives his collection a more global look, just the way he wanted it. Miss Earth 2015 Angelia Ong, whom we've seen wearing Pat Santos' dresses often was also part of his show. It seems like we'll be seeing more of Pat Santos creations on Angelia as she was described by her stylist, Janno Novenario, as someone who embodies a Pat Santos woman.

sorry, I didn't have much quality photos

how about black and white for summer?

Angelia Ong on Pat Santos (credits to the owner)

What exactly is a Pat Santos Woman? Innovative. Consistent. Very Woman. Pat Santos creations showcase simplicity and class, and are not too busy. Dresses that have too many things going on are so outdated that's why Pat chose to have simple yet modern and wearable designs. However, simplicity doesn't mean he would have less attention to detail. The dresses we saw on the runway may look simple but they're actually intricately put together as each dress would have 3 to 5 different fabrics and they are still light. 

photo from PFW website

photo from SceneZone Mag

What's next for Pat Santos? He's planning to have a bridal gala wherein he would create something very modern, very "now", wearable, and affordable. And of course, we're all excited for that!

with Pat Santos after our quick coffee

with Angelia's Manager Farah Ramos, and her stylist, Janno Novenario

with the show director

My apologies to Pat for posting this super late.

7 Times Miss Earth 2015 Angelia Ong Has Proven that Statement Jewelries Are In

Statement jewelries have become a trend that never gets old. This has been proven to us by Miss Earth 2015 Angelia Ong as she has recently traveled the world in style. Let's check out the 7 times she showed us that statement jewelries are in.


1.  This necklace just levelled up her jumpsuit game

So proud to wear my all Filipino L👀K today by @jannostyles Im loving this Teal Green Fire Agate Statement from @flutterstatementjewelry - a line of crafted couture jewelries from the Philippines by @katongers which perfectly paired this exquisite jumpsuit by @bessiebesana #whatiwore #MissEarth2015 #MissEarthgoestoUSofA #AngeliaAdventures

A photo posted by Angelia Gabrena Ong (@missearth.angelia) on Jul 30, 2016 at 10:38am PDT

2. Who said you can't save the earth in style? 

Ready to pick some trash up at the Lincoln Monument to help out the @nationalmallnps 👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 #nationalmall #MissEarthgoestoUSofA #MissEarth2015 #AngeliaAdventures #LincolnMemorial

A photo posted by Angelia Gabrena Ong (@missearth.angelia) on Jul 30, 2016 at 2:53pm PDT

3.  If you think too much is bad, then think again.

Congratulations Miss New York! @missearthunitedstates 💄 and 📸 by @marc_artistry Necklace is from @flutterstatementjewelry go visit 'em at www.flutterstatementjewelry.com ❤️ #aboutlastnight #MissEarth2015 #MissEarthUS

A photo posted by Angelia Gabrena Ong (@missearth.angelia) on Aug 3, 2016 at 10:35am PDT

4. Making a statement with this necklace at the concrete jungle where dreams are made of

Say whuuuuuuuut?! Still can't believe I'm here 🙈 #StartSpreadingTheNews #AngeliaAdventures

A photo posted by Angelia Gabrena Ong (@missearth.angelia) on Aug 3, 2016 at 7:19pm PDT

5.  Warning: Conquering Colombia requires a pretty neckpiece

This is Valle Del Cocora in Salento, Colombia. Those lines you see at the back is Palma de Cera, the world's tallest palm trees, and also Colombia's national tree. This kind of tree only grows in cold places like Salento. I am now on my way home and I can't help but reminisce and be thankful that my reign as Miss Earth brought me to beautiful places like Colombia. @brittanyannpayne , thank you for sharing this experience with me. Spending time with you and getting lost together has made me appreciate the friendship our crowns got us into. You are an amazing person and I'm so glad to have met you. I'll see you soon in a few days in Sri Lanka. @eliastobon , thank you for putting Miss Earth's advocacies not only by thoughts, but also through actions and by heart. Thank you for giving me this opportunity to know your amazing culture and meet your equally amazing people. Keep up the good work and congratulations to your organization and your new @missearthcolombia . Other than her, you have produced 8 more beautiful ladies that's now 8 different souls that will look at the world and our planet differently. You have produced stunning Earth Warriors! Gracias 🇨🇴 ! #MissEarthColombia #MissTierra2015 #AngeliaAdventures #MissEarth #MissEarth2015 #Colombia #latepost Shout out to my loving and supportive stylist all the way from the 🇵🇭, @jannostyles :) #ootd #styledbyjannostyles #jannostyles Crimson Jacket by @xernanorticio Black dress by @guessphilippines Necklace from @flutterstatementjewelry by @katongers Shoes from @vincecamuto X #jessicasimpson

A photo posted by Angelia Gabrena Ong (@missearth.angelia) on Aug 15, 2016 at 11:08am PDT

6.  Apparently, the future is in (or wrapped around) her hands

Can't help but bring a little piece of Philippines in Colombia ❤️ This one is the old French Skinny Pearl wristband from @flutterstatementjewelry by @katongers! Love 'em? Check out www.flutterstatementjewelry.com 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

A photo posted by Angelia Gabrena Ong (@missearth.angelia) on Aug 11, 2016 at 7:49pm PDT

7. And there's no such thing as an easy decision

These @flutterstatementjewelry pieces are beautiful! I wonder which one should I wear tonight? So many pieces to choose from!❤️ You guys better follow them and check out www.flutterstatementjewelry.com to see the line of couture jewelries from the Philippines by @katongers that are in store for you! #ProudPinoy #PhilippineMade #MissEarth2015

A photo posted by Angelia Gabrena Ong (@missearth.angelia) on Aug 5, 2016 at 10:19pm PDT

And if you wanna make your own statement just like Angelia, you know where to go.

#MakeAFlutterStatement #FlutterTravelsTheWorld

The Power of Heart and SEOUL!

(As published on Hardware Zone Magazine's November 2015 issue)

What makes Seoul an ideal travel destination is that, it is a modern yet a history-rich city where one can experience its preserved traditional culture and at the same time, its cosmopolitan urbanity.

OOTD: Top and pants from Forever 21, Cardigan from Cotton On, Wedge from Landmark

 On September 2015, I went on a 4-day trip to Seoul, which was already my second. My first was in autumn of 2012 where I visited some UNESCO World Heritage sites in and out Seoul. But in my recent trip, I focused on discovering more of the city.

When deciding on where to go in Seoul, just follow your heart, and choose what you love. In my case, I like Korean dramas so I decided to visit some of the shoot locations of my favorite K-dramas. First stop was the Geongbokgung Palace, one of the sets of The Rooftop Prince. Luckily, I also got to witness the “changing of the guards” ceremony. Next stop was the Mangosix Café (Apgujeong Branch) in Gangnam, the set of A Gentleman’s Dignity. However, it has been renovated and is now known as Koffisix Coffee. I got pretty disappointed and wished I visited the Daechi-dong branch, one of the shoot locations of The Heirs instead. Lastly, I tagged along some Seoul-based Filipino friends to visit the shoot location of The 1^st Shop of Coffee Prince in Hongdae.

Changing of the guards ceremony at the Geongbokgung Palace

The 1st Shop of Coffee Prince in Hongdae

That's Yoon Eun Hye's signature inside the coffee shop

 For couples, a popular destination is the N. Seoul Tower in Namsan Mountain, which can be reached through a bus or a cable car from Myeongdong. This is where couples express their love by putting love locks in the railings of the viewing deck, just like those in the Pont des Arts Bridge in Paris.

N Seoul Tower 

lovelocks

My three favorite neighborhoods in Seoul are Hongdae, Myeongdong, and Gangnam. Hongdae is known as the university area (where Hongik University is). It is where the youth comes for shopping, dining, and clubbing. Foreign and local fashion brands, street foods and mid-end restaurants, plus bars/clubs are found here. Myeongdong is a shopping haven. It is where numerous beauty and fashion brands are; and trust me, they’re priced 3x less there than abroad. Gangnam is where high-end brands and the elites are; and is perfect for celebrity spotting.

street art in Hongdae

Korean BBQ (I love Hongdae street food)

my favorite shopping district: Myeongdong

comfy OOTD: Nike sneakers, denim top from Japan, denim shorts from Forever21 and Coach sling bag

Don’t worry about the expenses because it’s not as expensive as you think. Well that’s for you to experience; so book your flight, pack your bags, and prepare to have fun!