Style Weekend: ‘I value being noticed’

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“What We Wore” is a section that highlights our readers’ outfits, detailing the stories behind how they layer, pair, and accessorize each piece. If you’d like us to feature your unique sense of style, post a photo of your look on social media and use the hashtags #StyleWeekend and #SWWhatWeWore. Don’t forget to tag and follow us @styleweekend.ph on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. We can’t wait to see your looks!

Denise Fernandez

The look I’m wearing is a mix of how I used to dress in my 20s versus how I dress now. I used to wear exclusively black, but now I enjoy mixing colors and patterns. I’m particularly drawn to earthy shades—lots of browns, greens, beige, and similar tones. I love dressing comfortably but in a chic way.

My #StyleWeekend involves spending time with my fiancé, friends, or family. We love just hanging out, enjoying good food, watching movies, or window shopping at malls. On Sundays, I play tennis to get a good workout.—Denise Fernandez

Paui Manalastas

My personal style ranges from edgy to modern street style. I value being noticed. Even during work hours, I always want to stand out. As a plus-size person who struggled for the longest time to find my own sense of style, I can confidently say it’s not as hard as it seems. The key was to take it slow and introduce aesthetics one at a time so that people would focus on what I’m wearing rather than my size.

I love experimenting with flattering color combinations, standout prints, and sometimes unusual fabrics that make my outfits bold and carefree. The most important aspect of my style is confidence—I have to love, own, and feel comfortable in what I’m wearing.

Ironically, my #StyleWeekend consists of two “dress-down” days. I love keeping my weekends casual and spontaneous, usually going out with family, my partner, or friends for a city stroll, malling, or a food trip. Just hand me an oversized vintage tee, a good pair of pants, and stylish sneakers, and I’m good to go!—Paui Manalastas

Karol Rivera

I always go for classy yet modern looks that align with my profession. On regular office days, just like in the photo, I love wearing “tita outfits.” If I have a hearing scheduled, I make sure to wear courtroom-appropriate attire—such as a business dress, a tailored blazer, and closed-toe pumps.

My #StyleWeekend involves a lot of reading and watching Netflix at a cute café in the city. It’s also my time to catch up with friends and family. I strictly follow my no-work-during-the-weekends policy!—Karol Rivera

Jessy So

The best way to describe my personal style is sharp and chic, and this applies in two ways: either something basic and clean or something dressier and more elevated. I like playing with textures and silhouettes to create a cohesive look.

My guilty pleasure item? A pair of white sneakers. I’ve long accepted that I can’t stand wearing heels or sandals for too long, so chances are you’ll even spot me wearing white sneaks at events.

My #StyleWeekend couldn’t be more different each day. Saturdays are usually for bulk filming or shooting content for the week, and/or enjoying what I like to call a “drinky drink”—which could be iced coffee, matcha, tea, or any juice. I usually schedule my hangouts on Saturdays because Sundays are reserved for morning church service and family ganaps, like lunches and the occasional (window) shopping. You’ll likely still find me glued to my phone, as I find replying to work messages on weekends a hard habit to break.—Jessy So

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