Coral Swimwear is a venture that was started by a group of friends in an effort to produce…read morehigh-quality swimwear that women can wear proudly and confidently. With their company thrust being "feet in the sand, head in the sky, and heart in the ocean", I feel that they've truly accomplished this with their recently showcased line of swimsuits. The designs are varied and women with differing tastes will no doubt be able to pick something out that appeals to them. I highly recommend getting in touch with them on their Instagram: coralswimwearph. You may also have a look at their current offerings through the same.

Noting but H20 has been around for a decade or so and as hard as it is to believe, it's actually a…read morehomegrown brand--yes, 100% Filipino. I'm a regular beach comber and I get to test drive different brands and types of swimwear almost every week and it's safe to say that my Nothing but H20 pairs have and will still be with me for many more memorable adventures because it's of quality make. Not unlike cheaper local swimwear brands, the focus that goes between the style and function of your piece is tantamount and I know this because I've had a piece with me four for years that I've gone snorkelling, cliff diving, and so much more with. Every season, the design team behind Nothing Nut H2O presents a whole new collection with a wide range of prints to choose from. Their plainer bikinis on the other hand come with fanciful add-ons like leathe clasps or beads at the ends of the ties. Whatever it is, they know how to make cute swimwear. But point is, and I'd like to repeat this: They've been around for more than a decade and that should tell you enough about their amazing staying power.

I had to get a gift for a niece a few weeks back and while I was wandering around Century City Mall…read moreI found this cute little store called Chibimomo! I entered because I saw a cute giraffe stuffed toy at the door and I couldn't resist! It turns out it was a kids store, exactly what I was looking for! They had a lot of clothes from brands I didn't know, so it's great for those who want their little ones to stand out. They also had a good selection of children's toys and decor. I ended up buying really adorable swimwear for my niece and couldn't help but grab one for her sister as well. Nothing cuter than matching siblings! Their prices are a little high but still not too bad. If you've got a toddler you're dying to spoil Chibimomo might have just what you're looking for!

Chibi Momo has everything I want my future child to be wearing: Girly baby doll dresses for the…read moreprincesses and adorable separates for the princes. I bet if we were still young'ns, my mom would've loved to go shopping here. While there are items in the store sourced in the US and Europe, what I love most about this place are there capsule collections featuring local designers. As someone who works in fashion, I was so over the moon just thinking about my (future) little one dressed up in Maureen Disini and Rosanna Ocampo! I mean, how fabulous is that right? Some moms may find it too frivolous and rather expensive especially for children's clothing, but I just think you're paying for premium goods. Far from the mass produced and brightly colored things you can easily buy in every other mall, everything at Chibi Momo feels well thought out and well curated. It could be that I work in a fashion magazine but I'd be happy to recommend a bit of fashion into any little girl or even a little boy's life in that matter! After all, you're never too young to learn about good taste.

Local swimwear brand Soak Swimwear gets this island girl's vote of approval simply because they…read morenever stop delivering on great designs. More than just your regular fare of bikinis and one pieces that come in traditional shapes and cuts, Soak likes to be a bit more experimenting when it comes to their designs especially with cutouts and color combinations. But more than just their ever growing number of designs, Soak has recently upped their resort wear game. What that means for us beach bums is that we've got a whole bunch of kaftans, cover ups, and maxi dresses to choose from, along with wide brimmed hats! How's that for a chic summer on the beach? Expanding their line into more fashionable territory, the brand has teamed up with celebrity stylist Sidney Yap for a bikini that's both sporty and sexy aptly named, you guessed it, the Sidney. I got my pair in black and white just because it reminded me of old school bikinis minus the granny pants. Not your typical bikini, it comes in a sporty halter with an uber sexy cutout down the middle. It doesn't do much for water activities but it definitely turns heads.

I am the ultimate water baby. I was fortunate enough to have grown up with parents that would have…read moreus sprawled out on the beach every Sunday so naturally, the beach became a second home to me. So much so that I always spent a portion of my summers and Decembers in college in Boracay. I had the time of my life with my girlfriends and of course, because we were partially there to show off our bikini bods (how I miss that season of naïveté...), new bikinis were essential! The one place I went to for my brand new spankin' bikini? You know it? The one and only Stoked.

One of the first things you'll notice as a new mom is that newborn babies grow up incredibly fast…read more So you'll have to buy new clothes for your kid much more frequently than you do for yourself (by the way, you'll also notice that parents usually don't have any free time to spend shopping, so get used to your good old pajama as you'll spend a lot of time wearing it). The second level of Greenbelt 5 is the perfect place if you're looking for children's clothing, since it concentrates many nice stores like Mothercare, Gingersnaps and Osh Kosh. My favourite, however, is Cotton On Kids. Clothes there are so soft (cotton! yay!) and the prints are funky and cute at the same time. I just love their sleepsuits, specially because they offer many different options with side zippers or side buttons, what ease the dressing a lot. I get happy every time my baby wears Cotton On clothes. It's like "ooooh, you are so cute!", photo shoot #1; "owwwh, you look like a rock star with this one!", photo shoot #2 and I take a thousand pictures and don't know which one to instagram. Besides being soooo adorable, I can feel my baby gets really comfortable with the clothes, and that's what matters.

I love Cotton On so when I found out they had a store just for kids' clothes, I was excited to…read morecheck it out. Cotton On Kids has the cutest selection of clothing ranging from infant wear to bigger kids' clothes. Their clothing are up-to-date, but not over-the-top that makes your child look like a shrunken adult. Their clothes are made of nice material, not too thin not too thick, making them very comfortable for kids. They have shirts, pants, shorts, dresses, swimwear and sleepwear. They also have really nice accessories for both boys and girls. Of course, the girls get the nicer things like tutus, wands, headbands and clips, while boys get sunglasses and hats. I'm so excited for my little one to come out so I can buy him/her some clothes from here!

Twenty Fifth Shop is one of those shops that girls might not enter since it looks like a shop for…read moreguys. Actually, if you go inside, you'll see a few shirts for girls. Admittedly, it is a shop for boys and men as most of their items come in designs for them. But if you look closely, you'll see a few shirts and shorts and sometimes even a bikini. I like coming here for plain shirts that I can mix and match with basically anything. And for those once in a blue moon hiking or trekking trips, I come here to buy clothes that can get dirty or torn and won't leave me crying without money.

Have you got a formal event and nothing to wear? Do you want to look stunning but don't exactly…read morewant to spend a fortune on a made-to-order designer gown, which you'll most probably only wear once? It really sounds like the story of my life! That's why I've got the quick, fuss-free, off-the-rack, tried and tested solution for you. Why not pay a visit to the Tantease store in Rockwell's Powerplant Mall? Replete with gorgeous long gowns in various styles and different colors and hues, there really is something for every girl hanging on Tantease's racks. Want something off-the-rack instantly? Provided your size is available, you'll be sure to get one right then and there. In the event that you want a particular dress style in a particular color that isn't readily available, they can create it for you. In essence, Tantease offers made-to-order dresses without the steep price tag.

If you have formal work events, weddings, or debuts to attend, sometimes it's difficult to have a…read moregown made given time and budget constraints. Given this, I like to get gowns at Tantease in the Archaelogy wing of Rockwell. They have a lot of easy to wear gowns in nice and soft fabrics. The styles are very classic, stylish, and tasteful. They use lace and chiffon in some pieces making their gowns even more romantic and beautiful. The fabric they use is usually stretch material so the gowns can easily adjust to your body type or size. Price range is usually from Php 3,950-5,950. This is a reasonable price for a beautiful gown that you can wear again and again.

Don't have any problem with the store. I do love that they change up. The display is quite often…read more My teammate and I would walk over daily and I'm not sure how often they change over the displays, but I wouldn't notice these subtle changes. I love how they have very cool clean clear sections. I do think the outfits are put together by corporate so doesn't allow for a lot of creativity, but things are grouped together pretty closely where you can create nice fashionable looks.

When I first heard that H&M was opening in the Philippines, I was ecstatic. My first thought was…read morefinally! A lot more affordable and trendy options for clothing. No need to visit Hong Kong anymore to go shopping. I was so happy to see that this particular branch was huge! It can definitely take hours to roam around and fit clothes alone. And just as expected, price were affordable. My kuripot always allows me to buy an item or two to my delight. Service-wise, I think H&M is really one of the best. Whilw it can get a lot chaotic and messy at times, you'd have to understand that they have thousands of clothes going in and out of theire store, needing folding, hangering, steamed ,etc. better cut them some slack. Sales are always a delight especially when they come in my size.