MEGA Magazine - May 2023

In this issue

Mind, body, and soul—these are the main ideas that drive the pages of this month’s issue. Here at MEGA, we believe that wellness is much more than a fleeting trend, but rather a culture shift that brings out the best version of every single individual. Take an unfiltered approach to holistic living, from traveling solo to embracing one’s bare face, with our cover star Bianca Gonzalez Intal. At 40 years old, the TV host, advocate, and mom is a living testament that kindness to yourself and others can go a long way—even in fashion. Discover the designers who are showing us how to make conscious choices in style. We also have exclusive interviews from sports newscaster Dyan Castillejo to international model Elise Crombez who are embodying their natural, evolving bodies. Lastly, discover the different ways to “feel well,” whether it's free diving into the open ocean, or getting a tattoo for your loved ones.

Synergy

In the pursuit of a life in balance, these local brands are merging fashion and wellness through activewear

3 mins

Mediterranean Soul

Art, music, and energy-celebrate island life with the new Loewe Paula's Ibiza collection

2 mins

Bejewelled DREAMS

Even with multiple detours and moments of uncertainty, THEÍA GEMS CEO Kristine Joy Agcopra passionately persevered and now strives to awaken the goddess in every woman

5 mins

All at Once

Designer Carla Zhang on the language of mixed media and the societal issues she expresses through design

4 mins

The Pursuit of Happiness

What sparks joy? For designer Happy Andrada-Gras, it's: wielding art that comes from a play of purpose, consciousness, and elation

3 mins

Romance - For Now

Passion can be fleeting, but ever more so in the summer. With this in mind, we ask: can summer flings go beyond the season of heat?

3 mins

Stains of Solace

The power of tattoos extend well beyond their aesthetic appeal. They also mend emotional scars and wounds

7 mins

STATE OF CALM

The healing capabilities of exploring the deep blue ocean with a single breath

7 mins

Pride & Power

Three women leaders share how they prioritize diversity and inclusion to further foster empowerment in the workplace

2 mins

Keeping Score

If Dyan Castillejo's life were a game, then she's definitely winning. But with so many responsibilities to juggle, how does she keep score of everything?

7 mins

The Rebirth

Elise Crombez and Camille Robiou du Pont capture the power and poetry of raw beauty

4 mins

Bare BEAUTIFUL

Bianca Gonzalez Intal talks about turning 40 with a renewed sense of self and her own definition of wellness

7 mins

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MEGA Magazine Description:

Priding itself as the Philippines' best fashion magazine, MEGA is the thinking woman's cross-section of the what's what of style, beauty and lifestyle. With well-curated sections of tailor-made stories from trends to try out now, comprehensive style guides, beauty hacks to learn from and in-depth features, MEGA guarantees to elevate and bring out the very best in you. Allow us to whisk you away in worlds of fantasy through well-produced fashion and beauty editorials that aim to inspire and aspire to as well.