Inside Poblacion by Andrei Suleik

Poblacion, also known as the “Red Light District” of Makati City, has been experiencing a shift in dynamics. What was known for purely entertainment and a small neighborhood, is now a burgeoning area of creativity, modern retail and gentrification. However, the real beauty of Poblacion does not just lie in its history nor its current state, its appeal comes from the balanced fusion of both. These...

Filipino Culture collides with Global Streetwear in Chad Manzo's "SALTY" Series

Take a page out of Cebu-based art director and graphic designer Chad Manzo about tasteful reinterpretation. His latest series entitled "SALTY" features Filipino icons and incorporates them on a variety of street culture heavy brands. Words by Raniel Moraleta There's a very fine line that divides blatant ripoffs and absolutely brilliant reinvention. Chad Manzo's integration of the Filipino...

Mentorship: TUSK Social's Kyle Francia learns from OTO's David Ong

When starting out in an industry, there will always be the inevitable pitfalls.  This, however, prolongs the process when finding one's place in the field. It is a paradox budding creatives know too well: wanting to shorten the process while understanding that true excellence takes time. But what if you can fulfill one side of the equation without compromising the other? This conversation...

What happened in Pursuit Fair 2017 – Vol. 1

People flock to bazaars for good reason, and it’s to painstakingly meander through a vast array of stalls in hopes of scoring great buys. The experience has always been more or less the same for everyone: we visit a bazaar, spend enough time rummaging through the brands, then leave as soon as we finally purchase something we like. That’s basically it, really—we rarely find any motivation to stick...