Category Archives: What’s New at Rustan’s

“Flowers are an expression in form of that which is most high, most sacred…within ourselves.” – Eckhart Tolle

 Congrats again to Hindy for another great achievement!!  Beautiful Collection!!

I think all Heart2Heart ever does is congratulate Hindy for many of her accomplishments and always contributing to the betterment of our country, our environment and to the fashion industry!  

Showing the mastery of the craft, Hindy Weber- Tantoco does not fail to impress the audience as she presents her most up-to-date collection of exquisite design at the fifth installation of the Fashion Watch Quartet Series 3. 

Classy and tasteful are just a few of the many words that can describe Hindy-Weber Tantoco’s new Holiday collection. Her newest line takes inspiration from nature with its vibrant fauna and foliage evident in her pieces. Bulb-shaped silhouettes make up the main pieces of the new line taking off from the “cocooned tightness of flower buds”. Exceptional detailing is manifested in her line of evening wear boasting of burnt ruffle edges to mimic flower petals. Gowns, pants and jackets in floral prints were also distinct in the collection sticking to the designer’s foremost inspiration – La Vien En Fleur as she names it. Meticulously draped jerseys in an array of colors also stand out as the art of draping becomes recognizable. Casual wear as well is taken up a notch as Hindy-Weber Tantoco shows off what she is known for in the line of ready to wear clothing. Blouses and jackets in different materials were paired off with a selection of slim fit or wide leg pants with belts to cinch the waist.

Another emergent piece all throughout the designer’s line is the intricate wood appliqué that play as accents, standing out either as belt buckles, head and neck pieces or bag ornaments. These locally hand-carved wood appliqués do amplify an ordinary outfit adding flair and style to the whole look.

Sophistication takes its form in this collection that features a palette of very specific colors like twilight blue, sunset orange, dove grey, and sand. Alongside the vibrant array of colors, it is then combined with a wide selection of materials such as structured linens, brocades, and silk charmeuse further escalating the taste and stylishness of anyone. 

Fashion Watch Quartet’s production team is led by producers Joji Dingcong and McC Cuan, with the help of project director Patrick Rosas with his creative makeup team, project coordinator Grace Molina, and guest director for series 3, Robbie Carmona.

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Hindy Weber-Tantoco

Limited Edition Collection

Featuring Hand-carved Woodart

Culte Femme is exclusively available in Rustans Makati, Shangri-la, Alabang Town Center and Cebu. Please visit our new area in Rustans Makati on September 5 and get a free fashion consultation with Hindy Tantoco. You will also get a free Nail Tropics Gift Certificate for every purchase of the featured items.

For inquiries and reservations, please call 8133739 local 289.

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Congratulations to Criselda and Keleo on a beautiful Holiday collection! Same time last year, Criselda had a fashion show in celebration of her birthday.  I enjoyed attending both as it reminds me of the old Rustan’s….the Rustan’s I grew up with.  Criselda has been with Rustan’s ever since I was a child and she is one of the few loyal personalities with the company and with the family.  

Going to Criselda’s shows is like a reunion!  Everyone seems to know everyone and all are happy to see each other.  They are all so beautiful, so dressed and made up for the special event.  I enjoy seeing many familiar faces who I see in Rustan’s events, some of which are friends of my Lola and family.  All her friends and customers who have become her friends and have been loyal to her,  gather for one evening to support her and of course buy a lot from her beautiful collection.  It is such a nice and heartwarming event!   

I was so happy to meet Hans Chong who is now the Director for Keleo.  He is the son of Dennis Chong whom I used to work with when I was still with the Silver Vault.  It is so nice to see that Dennis has passed on his responsibilities to his son.  

Hans told me that he likes photography and in fact took the photos of the jewelry for their catalog which are here as well.  ( see below )   

Including herewith an article from the Inquirer which I thought was a very beautiful one as it talks about Criselda and how she started and her relationship with Lola Glecy.  I admire her and how she grew with Rustan’s.  And on the personal side, I admire her for standing on her own and enjoying her independence…  

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