Innholdsfortegnelse for Jun-22 i Tatler Philippines

TATLER PHILIPPINES We speak to Roland Ros, founder of Kumu, the country’s most prominent social entertainment app. He talks about his road to success and his goal for Kumu to become the next Filipino unicorn. We also look at the top postgraduate and business schools in Asia, and learn from leaders in different industries in our business forum. TATLER INDONESIA Jais Darga Wijaya is a prominent figure in the Indonesian world of arts. She has been an active art dealer since the 1980s, and in 1997 she opened Darga Gallery in Sanur, Bali, with a comparative exhibition of European and Indonesian modernists, followed by another space in Paris. TATLER MALAYSIA This month, we catch up with Eric Cheng of Carsome on some of the milestones reached, including the development of…

FRANCISCO “PACO” GUERRERO One can easily spot a photograph taken by this prolific lensman. Whether its travel, editorial or documentaries, in full colour or in black and white, all his shots have two things in common: depth and drama. This month on our cover, the legendary photographer and director captures Roland Ros, the visionary man behind Kumu, a social entertainment platform that advocates positivity and inclusivity. (p. 138) LISA GUERRERO NAKPIL Economist, editor, curator and author, Lisa Guerrero Nakpil can tell a good story—and as a public historian and also the first female member of the National Historical Commission in several years, she can ensure that we remember it. She is also absorbed with all things 19th century as well as mid-century modern, both golden ages of art, writing and…

It was a memorable, exhausting but worthwhile week when my good friend Kevin Kwan and my new good friend Lawrence Bender visited the country. Hereupon the invitation of Philippine Tourism Secretary Berna Puyat to the World Tourism Travel Council (WTTC), the two took Manila by storm, as top newscaster Karen Davila wrote on her IG page. Their travel to the country was not only to speak at the WTTC event but also to visit Palawan, which is the setting for an original screenplay that Kevin wrote. Both were overwhelmed with the warmth, cuisine, and hospitality of the Filipinos and the natural beauty of Palawan. After their trip back home to Los Angeles, I caught up with them as they reminisced on their time in the country. Anton San Diego: Hi…

Their international romance was anything but a quiet affair. Right from the get-go, people were in love with Jeremy Jauncey and Pia Wurtzbach; after all, the Beautiful Destinations CEO and the former Miss Universe queen make a lovely pair. The couple first confirmed their relationship in the phenomenal June 2020 cover of Tatler Philippines, though eagle-eyed netizens had already been speculating about their relationship before that. They first crossed paths in London, where Jauncey had approached Wurtzbach to introduce himself. The two had recognised each other from their respective Tatler covers. But because of their busy individual schedules, both were only able to catch up in different cities around the world at the start of their relationship. Almost two years after confirming their relationship, the couple have excellent news to…

“We want our customers to have full confidence in tomorrow,” said Allianz PNB Life CEO Alexander Grenz. With a history that stretches back to 1896, Allianz is a name that heralds distinguished success in insurance and financial services all over the world. Grenz stated, “The clear first point was to give Filipinos access to these excellent solutions.” Now among the major life insurers in the Philippines and the fastest-growing life insurance company in 2020 and 2021, Allianz PNB Life has been a game-changing player since it began its operations in 2016. This undoubtedly is largely thanks to Grenz who, having been the COO until 2019, saw an evident path to continued achievement through a realignment of brand strategies and company culture, as well as a strengthened commitment to the advocacies…

HOMETOWN GLORY Female athletes are the absolute embodiment of the power and beauty of female strength, so Dior invited nine champions to model the new Dior Vibe line conceived by Maria Grazia Chiuri. Sporting new bowling bags, Dior Star sneakers, biker shorts, polo shirts and jackets, the sports stars include Zhang Hong (right), the first Chinese athlete to win a gold medal in speed skating, at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics, and Taiwanese karateka Wen Tzu-yun (above), who took home a bronze medal at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. ECO FANTASY There’s magic in the air with Stella McCartney’s Disney Fantasia collaboration. The playful, unisex range pays tribute to Mickey Mouse’s character in The Sorcerer’s Apprentice segment and the Greek mythology of The Pastoral Symphony scenes. Pieces are made from eco-conscious…

Dior summer look 2022’s Dioriviera collection takes inspiration from the Bayadère stripes. How is this echoed in the items in this collection? The whole collection is adorned with the Bayadère motif—from the Dior Forever Couture Perfect Cushion refillable case decked out in the iconic motif in navy and white to the Bayadère stripes etched onto the powder itself of the Forever Couture Luminizer and 5 Couleurs Couture eyeshadow palette. The iconic Dior pattern of this season’s collection is truly a make-up collector’s dream! What makes the Dior Forever Couture Perfect Cushion Dioriviera foundation a perfect addition to your summer beauty regimen? It is a 24-hour high-coverage foundation that beautifies and evens out the skin. It creates a luminous and fresh complexion, moisturises the skin all-day-long and protects it from environmental…

VEAL BEAUTY Empress Elisabeth of Austria and Queen of Hungary, also known as Sisi, was renowned throughout Europe for her beauty. She had long, luscious hair that took hours to style, kept a slim figure through rigorous exercise and “tight-lacing”, but was most famous for her youthful appearance—which she was allegedly obsessed with maintaining. Sisi famously wore a leather mask filled with raw veal or crushed strawberries to sleep, almost like a modern sheet mask. Strawberries, a natural source of alpha-hydroxy acid and vitamin C, brighten and smooth skin, while the fats and proteins in veal would have kept her skin moisturised. As few people today would sign up to wear raw meat on the face in the name of good skin, just use a glycolic toner for the same…

TIME FLIES The Fontaine aux Oiseaux needs to be seen in action. When animated, the automaton by Van Cleef & Arpels comes to life: the chalcedony and rock crystal water ripples, a water lily blooms, and a dragonfly made of sapphires, diamonds and mother-of-pearl rises. The birds, studded with precious stones, also move and sing. To round it off, a feather shows the time through a 12-hour retrograde display at its base. Van Cleef & Arpels Fontaine aux Oiseaux automaton GREEN LIGHT Piaget’s watches are red-carpet favourites, and it’s clear why when you look at the Limelight Gala collection. This Precious model features a mix of brilliant cut diamonds and tsavorites and the “shape within a shape”—a recurring theme at Piaget—of a malachite dial surrounding a circle of pavé diamonds.…

GOOD KNIGHTS The eighth edition of Roger Dubuis’ Knights of the Round Table timepiece comes in a limited edition of just eight pieces—the founder’s lucky number. As collectors have come to expect, the new Monotourbillon/X is a remarkable creation. Twelve pink gold micro-sculptures of King Arthur’s knights, just 6mm tall, are poised at the hourly points around the dial. Each is armed with a sword and in an individual stance, facing Roger Dubuis’ signature monotourbillon complication. Roger Dubuis Knights of the Round Table Monotourbillon/X MAKING THE CONNECTION Sleek and sporty, the TAG Heuer Connected marries luxurious craftsmanship with efficient performance. Measuring 42 mm in diameter, the timepiece comes with a steel case, rubber straps and sharp lugs. It offers its wearers useful tools to monitor their health including a heart…

BLAST OFF Devotees of Ulysse Nardin’s Freak wristwatch are familiar with its tradition-breaking lack of hands, dial and crown. The newest incarnation, Freak S, which resembles a space rocket with twin reactors, breaks more ground. It features a double oscillator, a vertical differential and an automatic winding which is twice as efficient as a traditional winding system. The timepiece is a limited edition of 75, with just 40 going into production in 2022. Ulysse Nardin Freak S CULTURE CLASH A conversation between Richard Mille and two-time Formula One World Champion Fernando Alonso sparked the creation of the RM47 Tourbillon, a limited edition of 75. Alonso has a passion for Japanese arts and the principles of the samurai, resulting in this new timepiece, a tribute to Japan’s culture. Within the case…

Despite being raised and educated overseas, Roland Ros understands the Filipino psyche. Rather than take advantage of a lucrative career outside the Philippines, the former student activist is building a community for Filipinos from the ground up. He is the founder of Kumu, the country’s fastest-growing social entertainment network. A live-streaming app “proudly made by Pinoys”, Kumu was partly envisioned by the founder’s dedication to social change. After becoming frustrated with the seeming stagnancy of student protests, Ros discovered the concept of social entrepreneurship. “I was fascinated by the ability to track measurable results through data … how concepts like microfinance and education empowered mothers to increase their savings and lift millions of people out of poverty using a sustainable business model,” he says. “Learning about this community-centred approach to…

Held in commemoration of the discovery of the Holy Cross of Jesus by Queen Helene and her son, the Emperor Constantine, Santacruzan is colourful parade of sagalas (maidens dressed in beautiful gowns), each representing various characters from the Old and New Testament. As it is also held in May, it is often misconstrued as the same as the Flores de Mayo (Flowers of May); however, the latter is a month-long celebration in honour of the Blessed Virgin Mary and culminates with a procession of ladies named after the various titles of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Both events are rooted in old Spanish traditions and are still being practised to this day. Alphabet City is a series in 26 parts. Each month, Tatler invites an artist to create a work that…

Ask anyone who has been to this year’s Global Summit of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), and he or she would agree that the three-day event, from April 20 to 22, was truly an experience to remember. In the crowd were esteemed personalities whose individual stories brimmed with colourful experiences, thanks to the many places they have been to in the past as well as the destinations they still yearn to reach. Through the years, WTTC Global Summit’s goal stays the same: to maximise the inclusive and sustainable growth potential of the travel and tourism sectors across the world by partnering with different governments and stakeholders that secure jobs and promote economic development. The WTTC event had already been hosted by several countries in the past, but delegates…

How would you describe your title/profession? I’m a barista and a bartender! I make coffee and cocktails. How did you first get into F&B industry? My first foray into Food and Beverage was when I worked as a barista in 2007 at My Cup, a quaint coffee shop in Vancouver, British Columbia. What was the beverage that made you fall in love with drinks? My first proper cocktail bar experience was in 2010 when I remotely celebrated my university graduation at a place called El Coctel in Shanghai, China. Come to think of it, they were just classics done well. I gravitated towards refreshing drinks like Moscow Mule and Mojito. Harada Munenori was at the helm of the programme and it was awesome. How would you describe your philosophy as…

ZooPraxi, the company he co-founded, recently directed, filmed and edited international recording artist FKJ’s new music video which includes none other than the iconic Carlos Santana. Previously based in Paris, Bekaert has since founded ZooPraxi with Clementine Comoy in 2019, and took the lead at the National Film Archives of the Philippines, where he spearheaded the preservation and restoration of titles such as Insiang by Lino Brocka, Noli Me Tangere by Gerry De Leon and Batang Westside by Lav Diaz, among many others. Learn more about him, here: I was moved a lot as a child from Manila to London to Paris in a short span of time. The friends I would make would be lost after each move and I felt the precarious nature of those relationships. Apart…

Meet Aki Tower. Set to rise in the masterplanned community of Grand Central Park in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), the third residential tower of The Seasons Residences draws inspiration from Japan’s evocative fall season to create artfully fashioned amenities and living spaces for discerning homeowners with a taste for creative living and traditional Japanese design. A joint venture of real-estate developer Federal Land, Inc, Nomura Real Estate Development Co Ltd and Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings Ltd, The Seasons Residences is a forthcoming mixed-use development that will house upscale residences and the first MITSUKOSHI in the country. Marked by authentic flair upholding the excellence of Japanese artistry, the property boasts the collaborative work of renowned Japanese firms and features innovative Japanese technology that elevates the standards of comfort, convenience and functionality for…

The art of collecting fine, rare, vintage timepieces for avid collectors is a thrilling chase for the most elusive pieces out there in the market. This hunt for the grail drives the desire and passion of most collectors. They would travel the world to attend auctions, fairs and conventions to acquire must-have timepieces from powerhouse brands like Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet, or extreme sports watches made by Richard Mille. Young businessmen and watch collectors Jesse Maxwell, Paolo Martel and Franco Varona saw this need to ease the access to these lauded brands. So, they founded Vintage Grail in 2018, building a comprehensive network of watch collectors, reputable dealers and specialists with extensive knowledge in both vintage and modern watches. By working closely with kindred spirits across the world, Vintage…

Alongside the many established names at last year’s Met Gala, themed “Part One: In America: A Lexicon of Fashion”, was Conner Ives, whose graduation work made its way into the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute exhibition for 2021. The American-born, London-based designer was invited by Anna Wintour to dress model Natalia Bryant and attend fashion’s biggest night out—but this was not his first Met experience. In 2017, top model Adwoa Aboah wore a custom-made Conner Ives dress to the ball. “It felt really surreal to be able to be there by the time I was 21,” Ives recalls, “and then attend four years later myself with one of the dresses I am most proud of.” After Rihanna saw that first dress, she employed him for her brand Fenty. By…

Olivia Rodrigo, the 19-year-old Filipina American pop star who rewrote the heartbreak narrative with her 2020 album Sour, is the first celebrity ambassador for Glossier. This partnership is a new avenue for the cult millennial beauty brand—previously it relied on user reviews and It girl recommendations for word-of-mouth marketing. Rodrigo wore a full face of Glossier to both the American Music Awards in November 2021 and this year’s Grammys, opting for her signature look: a winged eyeliner and berry lip combination. She elevated the make-up at the latter event with a sparkly lid, which complemented the three Grammys she won rather nicely. Her collaboration with the brand kicked off with a curated set of her three favourite products: Boy Brow eyebrow gel, Pro Tip liquid liner and Ultra Lip shine…

WASH OF GOLD Declare your jewel lust to the world with an impressive piece from British jeweller Graff’s latest collection. The Legend of the Mermaids focuses on fancy vivid yellow diamonds that evoke rays of sun bursting over an ocean. Comprising three sets and focusing on necklaces, this is first of six “chapters” in the brand’s new high jewellery campaign Graffabulous, which features 3,600 carats of gemstones across 80 pieces, and includes highlights such as a 20.39-carat emerald-cut diamond ring, and a sun and moon necklace with 122.71 carats’ worth of yellow and white diamonds. Yellow and white diamond earrings, necklace and rings by Graff BLOOMING LOVELY Inspired by the Japanese sakura season, Mikimoto’s Cherry Blossom Collection has more additions this spring. Pretty new pieces include two styles of earrings…

What made you launch BezelHold? I’ve lived in Hong Kong for over 20 years and have collected watches from a young age. I would store my watches in locked drawers and in secure safes, but as I began to travel more frequently, my storage routine involved wrapping my collection in plastic and placing my watches in impromptu velvet pouches. It was during these moments when I first felt that these precious pieces deserved more respect and care. This is where the idea for BezelHold was conceived. Presenting a brand online to the Asian market can be daunting at first, as a majority of consumers prefer the sensory experience of touch and feel before making a purchase. Our collection is on display and available at MisterChrono Hong Kong; this partnership allows…

Jacqueline Tsang Editor-in-Chief of Tatler Hong Kong I like how this watch bridges the spring-summer gap with a dial that features ocean-blue floral motifs, arranged so that they overlap like waves. Rolex released three new versions of the Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31 with floral dials: in azzurro blue with a fluted bezel, as well as olive green and silver, both with diamond-set bezels. The distinct finishes of the flowers—sunray, matt or grained—are also a nice touch. The watch is fitted with the calibre 2236 movement. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31 with floral-motif dial in azzurro blue…

You’ve just launched limited-edition Radiomir Eilean watches which come with Panerai Genesis NFTs. Tell us about your move into Web3. The NFT concept is testament to Panerai’s Laboratorio di idee approach, [part of] our positioning to be a pioneer, to be much more daring than other watchmakers. It’s important that we surprise our customers. The digital world allows us to amplify our messages. Web3 is an additional tool for us to spread the message of the beauty of Panerai. The new Panerai Submersible QuarantaQuattro eSteel is the latest example of the brand’s commitment to sustainability. Tell us what makes eSteel special. We’re [introducing] the new generation of steel with the Submersible QuarantaQuattro. In the next three years, the commitment of Panerai is that our whole steel programme will be switched…

How can you create a unique and tailor-fit bathroom? First, identify your needs. Next, focus on the style you want—minimalist, classic, contemporary. Also, it is very important to find a reliable partner to supply your requirements. What commonly overlooked elements in the bathroom should people pay more attention to? Most end-users overlook planning more storage space, such as a shelf for the mobile phone and a sturdy yet stylish liquid soap dispenser. How do you make a bathroom feel more luxurious? You can do this by indulging in fixtures that will let you enjoy an ultimate bath experience such as voluminous rain showerheads, flood spout faucets and customised colour finishes—rubbed bronze, matt black and polished red gold.…

Their love story began in London during their junior year of college and developed into a deep, meaningful relationship meant to end up in romance. And it did. Joe Salud proposed to Bianca Romero-Salas on her birthday one beautiful night at Las Casas de Acuzar. He even organised the whole trip with their friends, inviting the family too to surprise his soon-to-be fiancée. “It took us a total of 18 months to plan [the wedding],” shared Bianca. With the help of their wedding planner, Amanda Tirol, their dream event shaped up to be just as they had dreamt it to be. Like the proposal, the wedding celebration also took place out of town, at the Pearl Farm in Davao, a location that means something to the bride. “Pearl Farm holds…

Filipino start-ups can change the world. Katrina Rausa Chan, who was then IdeaSpace Foundation’s head of growth, strongly believed in the vision, along with other leaders from both the public and private sectors. Through IdeaSpace Foundation, the pioneer of the country’s first major start-up accelerator programme who’s celebrating its 10th year anniversary this year, Chan and the team were able to support a group of around 10 to 15 ventures. Soon, word spread, and more applicants sought the support provided by the programme. “Each time we would open a call for applications, we would receive hundreds, in some cases, thousands of applicants from around the country. It was clear that many homegrown start-ups had innovative ideas worth developing, but that there was a need for greater support for the local…

In a time of economic turbulence with the world just nearly resurfacing after the last two difficult years, many resilient businesses continue to inspire us as they forge a steady path forward despite uncharted waters. This 2022, Tatler welcomes four companies that have been making waves through their deeply-rooted advocacies, their trellises of innovation, and their personalised financial and insurance services. Celebrating 120 illustrious years of heritage, mission and success this year is Citi Philippines, now offering an extensive arsenal of financial services known and reputed across the country and beyond. Citi Philippines’ leaders share their firm resolve as a testament to their growth and global strength, and talk about their commitment to their clientele as they bring forth progress in various ways. UnionBank is ushering in a world-class Private…

Bolstering its place in the vanguard of the industry, The Aivee Clinic adds another feather to its cap as it receives the Most Dynamic Award from Teoxane, a pillar of Swiss cosmetology, for being the top provider of TEOSYAL dermal fillers from 2019 to 2021. In a celebratory luncheon held last April, The Aivee Clinic founders, Drs Aivee and Z Teo, share the triumphant feat with Nikki Tang of DMark Beauty, the official distributor of these high-quality aesthetic fillers in the country, marking a robust partnership geared and equipped to deliver beauty solutions beyond compare. Created and manufactured through a patented process by the acclaimed laboratories of Teoxane in Geneva, TEOSYAL offers an extensive, award-winning range of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers with various gel densities and properties to make each…

Bulgari Serpenti is a symbol of power, seduction. Just as the snake continuously transforms itself shedding its skin, this Bulgari icon continues its unstoppable evolution, reflecting a creative approach that goes from daring design to visionary craftsmanship. In this latest evolution we capture the ultimate expressive force of a simple and radical shape, focusing on the power of design, playing with the purest interpretation of the Serpenti’s scales. In terms of craftsmanship, it is important to note its modular construction, featuring the snake’s scales that are carefully hinged together and inserted one by one; an expression of Bulgari’s outstanding jewelry know-how. This 2022, 100 per cent of Bulgari’s jewels are officially made with gold from fully traceable certified sources. It confirms Bulgari’s commitment to transparency and gold traceability through its…

What would you like to highlight from the collection? I am currently wearing the Rendez Vous Shooting Star and it's a great feeling to see the star shooting across the dial. We had to ask our watchmakers to work counterintuitively, by forgetting about precision so they could create this surprising, random element of the piece. They had to innovate by finding a way of accumulating energy but releasing it sporadically to create the shooting of the star across the dial. This is a new technology and patent for us. You’ve said that the new Atmos clock was special to you. Tell us why. I am very proud of the Atmos Tellurium. We designed every component of this Hybris Mechanica movement from scratch. The new design retains the core identity of…

Let’s talk about the record-breaking thinness of the 1.8mm-thick Octo Finissimo Ultra. It has opened a totally new field in terms of mechanical watchmaking. [The case] is thinner than a €2 coin, with 170 components within that space. The components all have to be laid on the same plane, and it requires very skilled master watchmakers to achieve this. It’s revolutionary, but also very accurate. Since we invented Finissimo eight years ago, we had developed seven different movements, but they were all based on the same philosophy. The major breakthrough has been about erasing all these memories, and the approach was to flip to a blank page and think, how do we make this watch not just a bit thinner, but a lot thinner? This hasn't been a technical challenge…