MEGA Magazine - February 2024

In this issue

This February, MEGA gets bigger—bigger ideas, bigger purpose, and literally, bigger in size. We embrace this change by putting in the spotlight artists who go beyond normal bounds to make their voices be heard. In our Fashion Feature, we present MEGA’s milestones, where we look forward to new beginnings by giving honor to the moments and people whose great legacies we stand on. We also present new sections: MEGA Style, MEGA Active, and MEGA Man—they are a testament to our belief that fashion is for everyone. To celebrate our 32nd year in this ever-changing industry, we present the 32 designers to watch. These young artists are shaping the way we look at and feel about fashion today.

Fronting our cover is none other than Heart Evangelista, whose trajectory to becoming a global fashion icon can only mean bigger and more impactful sartorial adventures in the future.

It’s a new and different MEGA, but it also goes back to its core. We will keep navigating the world as Philippines’ best fashion magazine.

THE FILIPINO AGENDA

Local brands are coming in strong and purpose-driven. From traditional techniques and locally sourced materials to enterprises, let the Filipino define this age of fashion community-centered

2 mins

BEYOND AFFINITY

At the very atelier that speaks volumes about their admirable bond, Ivarluski Aseron and Jaggy Glarino put their creativity at work and share their most honest conversations

5 mins

MEGA MILESTONES

Two former editors detail memorable moments and the evolution of the 32 years of MEGA

10 mins

TRADE SECRETS

What makes PHx Fashion Group different? Knowing that what's more is not always better

2 mins

neat HABITS

It’s time for a major reboot—here’s a quick crash course on wardrobe reorganization, the art of de-owning and re-owning, and the new staples for 2024

5 mins

THE WORLD IN FOUR CORNERS

Within the walls of Spruce Gallery, the world is confined to hundreds of titles it houses-waiting to be explored, cherished, and, above all, celebrated

4 mins

A FLATTERY OF flavors

This new restaurant will sweep you off your feet with a culinary experience designed to flatter without a hint of deception

3 mins

TOP shelf

Inject some fun and flavor to your beauty routine with these new essentials

1 min

MAIN merit

Meet the beauty innovations that deserve a space on every shelf

2 mins

JAY AQUINO

Witness the hair artist put the hair theory to the test with his muse, Janine Gutierrez

5 mins

heart ERA

The biggest fashion influencer in the Philippines and global style icon opens up about letting go of perfection, why she doesn't like to be labeled, and the business of fashion

5 mins

pov: PAT Cortez

Model, designer, and content creator Pat Cortez is a creative through and through. Welcome to her world of innate dressing, styling for expression, and free, no-holds-barred fashion

4 mins

KICK IT FORWARD

In taekwondo's arena, Pauline Lopez fought battles, transformed defeats, and now coaches athletes to victories

4 mins

HIT IT

Padel, a racket sport, has been gaining traction in the Philippines for the past two years—thanks in large part to the founders of this outdoor lifestyle club

2 mins

SHADES OF GRAE

Beyond the actor we know, there’s a whole spectrum of Grae Fernandez waiting to unfold

3 mins

PORTRAIT OF A MODERN COLLECTOR

Miguel Romulo opens the doors to his personal space and shows his growing collection of modern and contemporary art

3 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.