Carmina Villaroel's summer style
MANILA, Philippines - The anticipation of warmer days to come is more fun when you have the perfect wardrobe to take you through the summer.
Ensembles’ summer 2012 collection is a very mod, vibrant take on delicate florals and sheer and light fabrics. The collection features items such as sheer maxi dresses, flirty floral prints and corporate summer suits like smart tailored dresses, dressed-up blazers and square pants.
And what is a summer romp without hitting the beach? Ensembles’ beach must-haves include an array of dainty swimsuits and cover-ups. The swimwear collection includes beautifully cut swim tops and bottoms and flattering swimsuits.
Ensembles’ celebrity brand ambassador Carmina Villaroel graces the summer 2012 campaign and talks about the pieces she wore at the shoot: “I love the entire collection! Fashionable, stylish and wearable — I love the colors, too, and the materials used for the dresses — very light and comfy!” Also featured in the campaign are her Muñiz Shoes, a brand owned and created by Carmina Villaroel featuring her own design ideas.
We interviewed Carmina about her summer plans, upcoming TV shows and faves:
What are your plans for this summer?
Green screen siren: Floral dress, P1,595, by Ensembles We are planning to go to Japan. I want to experience enjoying the cherry blossoms, so I’m hoping we can go this April.
Your fave summer outfits?
Shorts, tank tops, comfy maxi dress and light summer colors.
How about for swimsuits?
Tankinis are okay, but not two-piece bikinis! (Laughs)
If you didn’t become a celebrity, what everyday occupation would you have liked?
Hmmm … a preschool teacher, guidance counselor or a psychiatrist/psychologist.
Free and sheer: Chiffon long-sleeved top, P1,095 What are your summer activities for the twins this year?
For Mavy, tennis, swimming and soccer. For Cassy it’s gymnastics and swimming. Art classes for both of them, too. FYI, all their activities are ongoing now so they will just continue doing these things this summer.
What takes up most of your time now?
My new talk show called Showbiz Inside Report with Ate Janice, Kuya Joey Marquez and Ogie Diaz. That’s every Saturday. Then the rest of the week I spend with my family, exercising or guesting for ABS-CBN shows and preparing for my upcoming teleserye.
Who or what is your inspiration for your fashion style?
Victoria Beckham and Jennifer Lopez are my inspirations, but I don’t really copy their style. I guess I have my own style. What is important is that I look and feel good.
What is one of the most important lessons you have learned that you have applied to your lifestyle?
Live within your means. You don’t have to be rich to be stylish and fashionable. Just be yourself! It’s how you carry yourself. If you are happy and content, you will always be beautiful inside and out.
Graffiti girl: Ensembles ruffled top, P1,345 How would you describe Ensembles’ summer 2012 collection?
I love the new collection. It’s fashionable, stylish and wearable. I love the colors and the materials they used for the dresses — very light and comfy. As always it is fun working with my dream photo-shoot team. I love working with these people because they are all talented!
You’ve been with Ensembles for a long time now. What is it like working with them?
Flower power: Floral short dress, P1,695 They are all nice, supportive and they make me feel that we are one. I wouldn’t be with them for such a long time if we didn’t jibe at all. It’s like we have the same goal and purpose. Just be yourself and we have no pretensions. They are my family, too!
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The summer collection is now available at Ensembles stores. For locations, visit www.ensembles.com.ph, www.facebook.com/EnsemblesOnline, Twitter.com/EnsemblesOnline, and www.munizshoes.com.
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Muñiz shoes and accessories are available at Ensembles TriNoma, SM Megamall, Robinson’s Ermita and Alabang Town Center.
