27 red-letter day favorites!

For The Philippine  Star’s 27th anniversary, Uptown/Downtown asked several fashionable ladies about their absolute favorite scents, skincare products, must-have makeup, go-to designers and memorable date or vacation destination places!

Fragrance

1. “Homage EDT by Randy Ortiz for Kashieca is a favorite scent of mine!” — Marina Benipayo, fashion model

2. “Jour d’Hermes has a lovely fresh, clean scent that I love!” — Anne Bichelmeir, designer

3. “My pick would be the fruity scent of Bergamote by The Different Company!” — Ana Rocha, Rocha Design Group designer

4. “I love light summery scents like Eau de Pamplemousse Rose and Kelly Calèche by Hermes. I also like Eau des Jardins by Clarins!” — Mia Borromeo, writer

5. “Definitely Armani Code for evening events. For the day I use Armani Acqua di Gioia.” — Clair Barberis, rugby player

Skincare product

6. “bareMinerals skin moisturizer is light and does a great job of making my skin smooth!” — Stephanie Chung, model

7. “VMV’s Re-Everything Lotion sloughs off dead skin cells, which stimulates cell renewal. I also like VMV’s anti-acne lotion.” — Anne Bichelmeir

8. “Shiseido’s Perfect UV Protector Sunblock is ultra-light and can be worn even on warm days without the greasy feeling.” — Mia Borromeo

9. “Cetaphil Gentle Facial Cleanser is a gold standard in terms of safe, mild yet effective cleansing.” — Marina Benipayo

10. “ZO Oilacleanse is my favorite facial wash. It cleans gently, thoroughly and has a wonderful scent!” — Cristalle Belo Henares, Belo Medical Group managing director

Makeup product

11. “6F Tinted Sunscreen by Dr. Six Foronda is a foundation and sunscreen in one. It glides on beautifully.” — Marina Benipayo

12. “Maybelline Stiletto Mascara adds considerable volume to my eyelashes! Just what I need to complete my look!” — Mia Urquico, fashion designer

13. “MAC Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation gives me excellent coverage and helps control mid-day shine! It’s a must-have!” — Stephanie Chung

14. “Berry or red shade lipsticks from Bobbi Brown, Chanel, Shiseido or Guerlain are perfect pick-me-uppers.” — Mia Borromeo

15. “Laura Mercier SPF 20 face lotion. It gives oil-free protection under the sun and puts a glow on your face.” — Anne Bichelmeir

Clothes label

16. “Diane von Fürstenberg’s wrap dress is a classic!” — Anne Bichelmeir

17. “For formal occasions that call for evening gowns and cocktail dresses I go to Ito Curata.” — Mia Borromeo

18. “Rajo Laurel is a designer whose clothes I can relate to!” — Stephanie Chung

19. “For foreign brands, I like DVF and BCBG. For local designers, I enjoy the work of Francis Libiran.” — Cristalle Belo Henares

20. “Eric de los Santos makes excellent outfits that suit me!” — Marina Benipayo

Destination spots

21. “For a local date with the hubby, I choose Sala in Makati. We enjoy the beach and take holidays in Punta Fuego, also Club Paradise in Palawan.” — Anne Bichelmeir

22. Misibis Bay in Albay is a wonderful vacation spot!” — Marina Benipayo

23. “There are many wonderful beaches in the Philippines. Boracay, Palawan and Quezon that I have visited! They all are very beautiful!” — Cristalle Belo Henares

24. “For dinner dates, I like going to Onkei restaurant in Greenbelt 3.” — Ana Rocha

25. “Tagaytay is a lovely place to relax to get away from it all and it is so near Metro Manila!” — Mia Urquico

26. “For a day date, Larcy’s Cupcakery in BF Homes in Parañaque is a whimsical place with great pastries and cozy ambience!” — Stephanie Chung

27. “If it is a dinner destination we are talking about, there are a number in Manila such as Masseto and Sala Bistro.” — Mia Borromeo