Skin City by Johnson's Body Care

Johnson's Body Care in partnership with Preview magazine, have chosen six talented Filipino designers "to showcase the most romantic frocks, inspired by nothing but soft skin."

These dresses were also seen on the runway in Johnson's Body Care Product Launch Party last August 7, 2009. They come in white, blush, and nude colors to fully celebrate women's beautiful skin.

"Skin City"

"I came up with this creation to showcase the legs. As a designer, knowing what I want to emphasize dictates the cut, details, and most importantly, the color of the dress I'm working on. These creations make that much-desired body part stand out." - Mel Orlina

Left Dress (Php 14,000) and right dress (Php 15,000) - order from Mel Orlina (09065602225)

"I wanted my design to have that clean, polished look that goes well with having clear skin. The female form forever mystifies me, and it shows well in this creation. The soft curves surrounding the cleavage definitely inspired this specific outfit." - Rosanna Ocampo

Left dress (Php 14,000) and right dress (Php 8,000) - order from Rosanna Ocampo (09175342024)

"The gentleness, softness, freshness, and smoothness of skin inspired me to design these dresses. Delicate, soft, and sheer fabrics were used to showcase skin with cutouts. With these pieces being light and flowy, their nude colors make them beautifully soft and fluid." - Debbie Co

Left dress (Php 15,000) and right dress (Php 18,500) - order from Debbie Co (09178334476)

"With this creation, I played with the softness of the fabric to highlight the sexiest part of every woman's body: the waist. The color of the fabric also plays up the luminescence of the skin, so the models' soft, supple skin truly shines." - Czarina Villa

Left dress (Php 9,000) and right dress (Php 8,500) - order from Czarina Villa (09178553180)

"The models' smooth, glowing skin definitely stands out and can be displayed proudly as seen here in our creations. We designed these dresses with bare backs and shoulders to give more emphasis to the skin in those areas." - Choc and Yvette Religioso

Left dress (Php 15,000) and right dress (Php 15,000) - order from Religioso (09175350587)

Disclaimer: These photos were originally featured in Preview magazine, August 2009 issue.

Philippine Fashion Week Holiday '09

I would like to extend my gratitude to fashion designers Yako Reyes and Ciege Cagalawan and to everybody who've made it possible for me to receive two invitations for the Philippine Fashion Week Holiday '09 Collection.




Unfortunately, my OB recommended that I take my bed rest for weeks to avoid further pregnancy complications. I was kind of disappointed I let this opportunity pass.

Thanks to runway2reality.com I am able to check out some serious holiday fashion trends by our own talented kababayans. Here are my top 5 picks!

Black pleated mini dress by Jontie Martinez

An interesting piece by Mich Dulce.. Like diamonds in a funnel..

Beautifully embellished gown by Michael Cinco

I'm loving Mich Dulce's creations!

Chic cream dress by Angelo Estera

Filipino designers at the Philippine Fashion Week Holiday '09:

Angelo Estera Jerome Salaya Ang Joel Escobar
Randall Solomon Raoul Ramirez Yako Reyes
Shanon Pamaong Czarina Villa Eric Delos Santos
John Paras Mich Dulce Pia Gladys Perey
Tina Daniac Benjie Manuel Dax Bayani

Jaz Cerezo Joel Bautista John Herrera
Jontie Martinez Lizanne Cua Lloyd Arceo
Marc Rancy Robin Tomas Arnold Galang
Gerry Katigbak Martin Bautista Michael Cinco

** Credits: Photos and links were all taken from runway2reality.com

Leg Love by Kate Torralba

Stockings, tights, and leggings became popular in the streets last year. And I think until now the stockings fever isn't over - even if it's summer.

November of last year, renowned Filipina fashion designer Kate Torralba launched her Leg Love collection in collaboration with City Lady. The collection includes three themed mini-collections: textured stockings in neutrals, colored solids, and limited printed edition.

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I was in SM North Edsa when I first checked out KT's collection. I'm not a fan of stockings at all but I liked her designs. I didn't buy a pair because I'm not sure whether I can wear it during ordinary days. Last week, a friend of mine bought a pair of Leg Love printed stockings and it really looks gorgeous on her. It made me envious! I think I might try these fun & vibrant stockings too.

Prices range from Php 299 for plains to Php 399 for prints!

Leg Love Collection is available at SM stores in Metro Manila
and in Greenbelt 5 (Kate Torralba's Shop)

�Leg Love is for women of all ages and status. It�s made for every lady who is hip, confident and not afraid to be bold or tongue-in-cheek, they�re pretty sure of themselves and don�t hesitate to be fashion standouts,� says Kate Torralba (Leg Love designer)

Photo Credits: chuvaness.livejournal.com; mabuhaygirl.multiply.com