Piolo Pascual on forging a path that goes nowhere but up
Hi,
Ring in the new year with fresh perspectives and an optimistic outlook! We welcome 2024 with nothing less than this generation’s true male superstar, Piolo Pascual, celebrating his birthday this month. In this cover story, we look back on his stellar career spanning almost three decades and try to find out what keeps his star shining amid the vast changes in the entertainment industry.
In this new issue, we also have 20 pages on the recently concluded Tatler Ball Philippines, where we raised more than 17 million pesos for Project Inclusion Network. We also highlight the regional Tatler Ball at the Londoner Macao, and other compelling articles about the Ramon Magsaysay Awards Foundation and the riveting Emmy-nominated documentary film produced by Kara Magsanoc-Alikpala and her colleagues.
Other newsletter highlights this week:
- Our 2023 covers and the compelling stories that made it
- Who made the cut? Take a look at our top 10 style stories of 2023
- The best ‘Homes’ stories of 2023
- Most read lifestyle stories of 2023
Cheers,
Franz Sorilla IV
Assistant Digital Editor, Tatler Philippines
STYLE
Who made the cut? Take a look at our top 10 style stories of 2023
Heart Evangelista attends the screening of “Mother And Son (Un Petit Frere)” during the 75th annual Cannes film festival (Photo: Dominique Charriau/WireImage)
Step into 2024 with a brand new style perspective. Regarding all things fashion, 2023 was one for the books. Since January last year, we have witnessed a range of show-stopping looks, from Heart Evangelista’s timeless elegance to the edgy proclivities of NBA powerhouse Jordan Clarkson.
Let us take a moment to revisit some of our favourite style-centred articles.
MORE FROM STYLE
Whatever your preference, here are six unisex perfumes from renowned brands like Guerlain, Dior, Tom Ford, and more.
Discover the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2024 men’s collection by Pharrell Williams, launching in Singapore this week.
Beyoncé, Margot Robbie and Pamela Anderson reign as 2023’s most influential celebrities.
POWER & PURPOSE
Tatler Recap: Our 2023 covers and the compelling stories that made this year
Nadine Lustre (Photo: BJ Pascual)
Last year, our readers enjoyed learning the inner workings of women leaders and trailblazers. From Atasha Muhlach adorning the grand ballroom of Shangri-La Paris for the le Bal des Débutantes and four Metro Manila mayors using their power and platforms to solve systemic problems to Nadine Lustre’s inspiring and heartwarming fight for environmentalism and Mariana Zobel de Ayala’s leadership of her family’s empire, this article brings back the stories that uplifted our hearts and minds.
Get to know the people who graced Tatler Philippines’ cover in 2023.
MORE FROM POWER & PURPOSE
Take a look at the 10 most impactful stories of 2023 gracing the Tatler website under Power & Purpose.
The most urgent environmental issues of 2024, from melting ice sheets to loss of biodiversity, that need immediate action.
The notable newsmakers of Asia’s Most Influential shaped public discourse in 2023.
HOMES
The best ‘Homes’ stories in 2023
At night, the house appears to be glowing from within, with dramatic lighting peeking through the huge glass windows and doors (Photo: Greg Mayo)
Last year marked a full swing back into the new normal, and our homes have transformed from quarantine habitats to mindful havens. We covered a lot of ground in architecture and design, starting with our annual Tatler Homes Design Awards. Other than celebrating the best minds and talents in the industry, we bring you thoughtful features that speak on the importance of curation, culture, and bringing together pieces and ideas to create spaces we live in and around.
We bring you the most-loved and read features from our Homes vertical.
MORE FROM HOMES
From Los Angeles to London, discover Aesop’s singular retail design and architecture.
Tatler unravels the tapestry of Southeast Asia’s residential real estate trends for 2024.
Leading interior design firm Designworx shares nifty tips on how to refresh an office space to foster better teamwork.
LIFESTYLE
Tatler recap: Most read lifestyle stories of 2023
Vanessa Hudgens visits Palawan (Photo: Liza Marcos/Facebook)
Last year, our readers embarked on a journey through our stories on travel, entertainment, and the arts. The team secured interviews with notable figures, including social media star Bretman Rock, award-winning filmmaker Zig Dulay, and actress-entrepreneur Vanessa Hudgens.
Dive back into the most interesting reads from the Tatler team.
MORE FROM LIFESTYLE
Last year’s Christmas was one for the books! Take a look at how our Tatler friends embodied the holiday spirit.
From the meteoric success of K-pop sensation Blackpink’s members to the love lost and found for Ariana Grande, here is how the lives of celebs lined up with their star signs and birth charts.
From historical fantasies to romance, there is something for every K-drama lover. Here, we share some of the most highly anticipated K-dramas we’re adding to our binge-watch list this year.
AROUND ASIA
MALAYSIA | Tatler picks five Malaysian homes that perfectly blend Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian warmth.
SINGAPORE | Don’t miss exciting concerts happening in Singapore in 2024, featuring highly anticipated artists from all over the world.
HONG KONG | 10 best Hong Kong songs of 2023 that you’ll be playing throughout 2024 as well.
