Drop-dead gorge

MANILA, Philippines - Charina Sarte’s new collection goes back to her designing roots but with a more updated approach. Her trademark draping and cutouts make a resurgence for her pre-holiday ‘14 pieces. “This collection is more grown-up compared to what I’ve done in the past. I wanted to reestablish my brand’s aesthetic. I worked with new material like leather and techno spandex,” she says. Done in jewel tones and the usual black and white, Sarte’s army of femmebot clientele will surely fall in love with this new collection.

Charina Sarte is located at 2/F Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati. — David Milan