(right photo) Rajo Laurel launched his S/S 2024 Hardin Collection recently.
The new season signals updated ‘fits and faces – from skincare and make-up to lengths and styles, everything beauty and fashion is transitioning to accommodate the warmer weather and a fresh, chic aesthetic.
Shangri-La Plaza suggests starting with skincare. Iconic French beauty brand Lancôme returned to the Philippines last year with its portfolio of advanced skincare, makeup, and fragrances tailored for the modern Filipina. Watch out for the brand’s opening at the Shang to stock up on skincare superstars like the Advanced Génifique Face Serum proven to strengthen the microbiome and Clarifique Dual Essence with its unique bi-phase formula to hydrate and brighten skin.
Lancôme is sure to offer new shades for their high-performing L’Absolu Rouge Lipstick to complement the latest beauty trends. Lancôme’s most-loved perfume, the fresh & clean Idôle Classic is now joined by the new bold and sweet Idôle Now –– both set to make their way as your top floral summer scents.
Water elements fit for all sparkling and splashing moments feature prominently in Plains & Prints’ latest collection. Sartorial picks lean on refreshing hues and prints, with relaxed, loose silhouettes for chicly lounging at the hottest summer spots. Short dresses include fun details on sleeves and collars, separates show some skin, and colors and prints run the range from cool to vibrant, and stripes to tropical.
Definitely check out their Shang store for the Cabana one-piece swimsuit in white with delicate and intricate drawings of corals and shells. Pair it up with Plains & Prints totes to complete the look!
Leading Filipino designer Rajo Laurel launched his S/S 2024 Hardin Collection with pieces that introduce us to the lush world of plants. Rajo noted Andrew Marvell’s poem “The Garden” as a main inspiration, referencing the calm and pleasant nature of the garden and the memories it holds in his botanical creations that double as wearable art.
Some of the stunning pieces to get at RAJO at Shangri-La Plaza are: the youthful top-skirt sets, the Voya and the Hirta, and summer dresses that sport beautiful original prints, the Morel and the Larix. The Petula top is reminiscent of beautiful flower petals and comes in fabulous bold colors like deep chrome yellow and black.
It won’t be difficult to refresh your 2024 S/S looks with these selections at Shangri-La Plaza. There’s a lot to look forward to as Shang recommends even more inspiring things for this exciting new season.