Religioso Holiday Collection: Modern Filipiniana + Classic Black & White

When I was younger, the idea of dressing for Linggo ng Wika was something I dreaded. 

It meant wearing an ill-fitting baro't saya two sizes too big that the school-contracted costume maker mass produced for several batches of school girls, with no particular concern for fit.

When I was in my teens and my dad was an attache in London, it was a bit of a step up. I wore a beaded jusi patadyong that my mom probably bought from Quiapo.

Filipiniana looks chic on Imelda Marcos, or on my friend Marie (visit her blog marielozano.com,  I've always been a HUGE fan of her style), but never on me. 

Maybe because butterfly sleeves are just not a fit for my tomboy style. If I had to wear Filipiniana, I would go for JC Buendia's barong top with a ball skirt:

Although high up on my lust list would be these looks from Valentino S/S 2012:

That is why this top from Religioso's recent Holiday Collection appeals to me. I would totally wear this with a pencil skirt.

I love this sheath dress too.

Apart from Religioso's modern Filipiniana styles, trust sisters Yvette Ilagan and Choc Dayrit to offer modern women a collection of classic silhouettes for special occasion dressing, whatever season.

 

Religioso
2nd level, Greenbelt 5
Tel:  +632 7299061
Mobile: +63917 531 0952

Modern Filipiniana at Religioso

First things first! Religioso has moved to a new location and is now at the 2nd Level of Greenbelt 5  (formerly occupied by Gaupo).

Second, there's a new collection in store called "Terno" by the design duo Yvette Religioso-Ilagan and Choco Religioso-Dayrit. I love the Yvette and Choc's modern take on Filipiniana style. Their gowns and cocktail dresses stay true to the tenets of Philippine design by using traditional fabrics, but the cut and overall aesthetic is very now. Check these pieces out at Religioso's new spot in Greenbelt 5:

About Religioso and The Terno Collection:

Religioso, a passion pursuit of sisters Yvette Religioso-Ilagan and Choc Religioso-Dayrit, has been known for its signature style of “classics with a twist,” for years now. Many know of Religioso as makers of wedding dresses and formal wear, but Religioso has actually been producing more than that. 

Religioso-to-Wear (RTW) are ready-to-wear fashionable pieces that marry the ingenuity of local materials with the needs of modern times. With this as an inspiration, Religioso has decided to come up with its Terno collection. The Terno collection is Religioso's take on the modern Terno that infuses piňa, banana fiber, cocoon, and other local materials into their clothing creations. Terno by Religioso is the modern adaptation of old Philippine fashion traditions.

A Grand Sale at Religioso

Religioso is moving to a new spot next month, and you'd be thrilled to know that all current inventory at their Greenbelt 5 store is at 70% OFF! See ya there!

Accessories on AVA!

Accessories sale ongoing over at AVA!

And! After seeing Kristine's pieces for Deux Yeux, I can't wait to see what's in store for us on Nov 23!

And The Winners Are...

Ladies, take your new Cambridge Satchel around with you, every where you go!

Slink and slumber away in your gorgeous DwellStudio duvet set!

Get lost in the back alleys of Europe with your signed copy of Before Ever After!

Here's to an always bountiful supply of breastmilk from BabyMama!

Treat yourself to something nice with your Php5,000 gift certificate from Religioso or Studio 546 (details in your email!).

Browse the best of Filipino design and have fun shopping at MYTH!

From my family to yours, Grandma's Secret Spot Remover, Vapor Soove & BugBand are handy dandy family essentials that will be staples in your household!

Tee Hee Shirts from Proud Mama will let your little one's imagination take flight!

Wrap yourself in your new wrap from Willow Clothing!

Winners, please expect an email from me so we can coordinate on how you may claim your prize!

Dear readers, THANK YOU SO MUCH for joining! And don't worry, we still have more fun and amazing giveaways in the weeks to come! So keep on reading the blog!

MFO Anniversary Blog Giveaway: 5 Php5,000 GCs from Religioso & Studio 546

We have covered satchels, sheets, family and nursing mom essentials, as well as shirts for the kiddos. But we are a fashion blog after all, so we have to have something that's fashion and beauty related, right?

Well, here's what's up! Consider Yvette Ilagan of Religioso and Studio 546 your fairy godmother! For this giveaway, we are giving away 3 Php5,000 GCs from Religioso (the label known for classic designs with a flourish, which Yvette designs with her sister Choc)...

...and 2 Php5,000 GCs from Studio 546 (at Level 5 of Shangri-La Plaza Mall).

So you can buy a pretty dress, or prettify yourself, without worrying about the bill. Because we've got it covered! ;)

Even if you've joined the other giveaways, you are still welcome to enter the Religioso/Studio 546 Giveaway. If you would like to win a Php5,000 gift certificate to spend on a pretty dress or pamper yourself at the salon, here's how:

1. Follow me @cd_mfo on Twitter

2. Like Religioso, Studio 546 and Manila Fashion Observer on Facebook

3. Leave a comment* with your Twitter ID & email and share:

- What do you do when you want to reward yourself? Do you shop or go to the salon?
- What's your no fail, feel good outfit?
- What's your favorite salon/spa service?

*If you would prefer to enter the giveaway via private email to me, do all of the above and send an email to manilafashionobserver@gmail.com with the title: MFO Religioso/Studio546 Giveaway and leave a comment on this post saying, "MFO, it's time to prettify!"

General Rules:
- Shipping within the Philippines only
- Giveaway is for the whole month of August 2011
- Giveaway closes on 11:59 pm on August 31, 2011
- Winner will be announced by 1st week of September on MFO and via private e-mail
- Anyone can enter for a chance to win any of the Anniversary Blog Giveaway prizes, but can only win once
- No need to send multiple comments or emails per Anniversary Blog Giveaway prize. One entry per prize is sufficient