The new collection of Lady Rustan, Rustan’s in-house private label known for effortless and refined dressing, features feminine, relaxed separates in 100% cotton, linen, and cotton blends to fulfill Mom’s every wardrobe need, from casual weekend wear to work wear. Familiar pieces such as wrap dresses and tie-blouses in sensible navy, neutrals, and pink get a fresh update with unique stitching and buckle details. New pieces crafted in linen introduce a set of styles not previously carried by Lady Rustan: shirred bubble tops in flattering, cropped fits to carry Mom through hot summer days, sunny rompers, and office-ready separates that feature shorts paired with softly tailored jackets or vests.
These polished yet breezy pieces are perfect for warmer weather: Lady Rustan’s usual palette of cool tones brightens into vibrant shades of coral pink and green to brighten up the rainy season.
Vacation-ready looks
Lotus Resortwear, Rustan’s in-house label of contemporary beach and vacation-ready looks, takes inspiration from Eastern destinations this summer. Drawing from the intricate colors and designs of Indian and Persian pattern work, this season’s collection features a roster of exciting prints in rich, mood-boosting colors.
Lotus SS23 features special pieces such as ikat-print sun dresses and matching sets made from screen-printed fabrics sourced from India, in addition to a style-savvy lineup of elevated resort wear made in the most comfortable cotton and cotton-blend fabrics. All of Lotus’ pieces are perfect for throwing over a swimsuit and sure to be a staple, not only for summer but all year round.
For moments of peace and relaxation
Moments of peace, quiet, stillness, and relaxation are what inspired this season’s collection of Luna, Rustan’s exclusive lounge and sleepwear line known for its elevated, stay-at-home styles.
Luna’s newest collection offers something for every mood: kaftans and lounge sets in soft, watercolor prints, house dresses and robes in cheerful, bright pastels, and airy dresses and pajamas in Indian, hand-blocked fabrics ready to pack into a suitcase and take on your next vacation.
Made from 100% cotton, georgette, and knit, Luna’s pajamas, robes and peignoir sets are designed to look appropriate in any location, whether a hotel, beach resort, or one’s own lanai.
Clothes to get creative with
“Freedom and Escape” is the theme of the newest collection of Criselda, Rustan’s in-house brand of sophisticated women’s wear, built on the legacy and designs of renowned Filipino designer Criselda Lontok.
This summer, the Criselda team was inspired by the intersection between organic nature and modern art: “The world has opened up and our customer is enjoying the feeling of being free again,” they explain. “We wanted our collection to say, ‘Set no limits! Feel alive and free, and create the artistic landscape of your own life!’ There is a lot of mixing and matching going on when it comes to the prints and references we chose to use, from modern shapes to graphic images of flowers.”
Thus, there’s a lively mash-up of foliage and summer gardens inlaid with geometrics, curves, and stripes. Standout pieces include a shirtdress in bold red with voluminous sleeves, color-blocked separates in energizing brights such as orange and deep salmon, a silk matching set in midnight blue with a cascading cape, and an abstract-print maxi dress that can be half-buttoned or closed all the way to play with high-low proportions.
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All labels are available at Rustan’s Makati, Shangri-La, Gateway, Alabang, Cebu, and online at Rustans.com.