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Anton Huang, Kylie Verzosa, Nikki Huang, Raymond Gutierrez
At Rustan’s Makati, summer arrived with a chic, sun-drenched statement. ”Beneath the Riviera Sun,” Rustan’s summer 2026 launch, turned the store into a breezy playground of style, flavor, and feel-good indulgence — where Manila’s fashionable guests showed up dressed for the season and ready to play, wearing relaxed linens, crisp cottons, and playful resort wear — proof that summer dressing is as much about attitude as it is about fabric.
Between air kisses and outfit spotting, the afternoon unfolded as a series of delightful, immersive moments. A Venchi gelato cart offered cool, creamy respite, while curated food samplings kept the crowd happily grazing. Nearby, guests tapped into their inner child with SMEG’s cookie-decorating stations — equal parts charming and competitive.

Feliz Tiukinhoy, Caitlyn Sebastian, Jasmine Wright
Cocktails and mocktails flowed freely with each glass a refreshing punctuation to the festive mood. Light, citrusy, and made for lingering conversations, the drinks matched the easy elegance of the setting. Everywhere you turned, there was something to sip, taste, or experience — an effortless rhythm of discovery that kept energy high and spirits higher.
Inside, Rustan’s signature floors transformed into a Riviera-inspired escape. Soft jazz and acoustic sets drifted through the air as guests explored fashion, beauty and lifestyle spaces reimagined for the season. Interactive corners — from Polaroid photo spots to styling sessions, encouraging a personal kind of retail therapy.
The highlight was the fluid fashion presentation where models moved through the various spaces in relaxed tailoring and resort-ready pieces. More than a launch, “Beneath the Riviera Sun” was a mood: a reminder that summer style is best enjoyed slowly, stylishly, and with a touch of sweetness.

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