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<p>Some pieces earn their place without trying too hard. They slip into your routine, get worn on repeat, and slowly become the starting point of how you get dressed. Right now, that lineup looks specific: a work shoe built for long hours at work, a performance sneaker that moves easily from runs to real life, a lip balm designed like a keepsake, a handbag that anchors an entire look, and a set of elevated basics that pull everything together. Different categories with same idea: These are items that are practical yet shape the way a modern wardrobe functions.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Work Shoe: What Keeps Everything Moving</strong></div><div><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17747647244756.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></strong><br/></div><p>Inside Toyo Eatery, Jordy Navarra moves through service in <strong>Birkenstock’s Profi-Birki</strong>. It’s built for long hours—supportive, slip-resistant, and made to handle constant motion. There’s nothing decorative about it, and that’s exactly the point of being no-fuss but still chicly functional. The appeal comes from how well it works, and how naturally it fits into a daily uniform that doesn’t need rethinking.</p><div><em><strong>Birkenstock</strong> in the Philippines is available at Greenbelt, SM Mall of Asia, and select major malls nationwide, as well as on birkenstock.com</em></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Performance Sneaker: The Pair You Don’t Take Off</strong><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17747647338777.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></strong>At Power Plant Mall, <strong>ASICS</strong> introduces the SUPERBLAST™ 3 with all the technical upgrades—lighter cushioning, more energy return, a smoother ride. But what stands out is how easily it crosses over. It’s built for running, but it looks right with everything else you already wear. One pair that handles both.</div><div><em></em><em><strong>ASICS</strong> in the Philippines is available at Glorietta, SM Mall of Asia, TriNoma, Alabang Town Center, and select major malls nationwide, as well as on asics.com/ph</em></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Lip Balm: The One You Keep Reaching For</strong></div><div><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/177476474623810.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></strong><strong>Celine’s</strong> matte lip balms, developed under Hedi Slimane, lean into simplicity done well. The finish is soft, sitting close to the natural texture of the lips, while the color builds gradually depending on how it’s applied. The formula blends hydration with comfort—infused with oils, waxes, and hyaluronic acid—so it wears easily throughout the day.</div><p>The lineup includes eight shades: from 01 Incolore, a transparent balm, to subtle tints like Ariane (coral), Aliénor(natural brown), and Hortense (rosy brown), alongside deeper tones like Phèdre (smoky purple) and Raphaëlle(luminous red). Constance and Eurydice round it out with soft pink variations that give that diffused, just-bitten effect. Each one is designed to enhance rather than cover, keeping the look understated and controlled.</p><div><em><strong>CELINE</strong> in the Philippines is available at Greenbelt 4 and on celine.com</em></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>The It-Bag: The Piece That Sets the Tone And Some Comebacks</strong><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17747647588959.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></strong><br/></div><p>With <strong>Gucci’s</strong> latest campaign, the focus stays on the bag—whether it’s the Borsetto or the Giglio, carried by Kate Moss (an original Gucci girl) and Emily Ratajkowski. Rendered in GG canvas, suede, and smooth leather, the styles shift across looks—from pared-back to full monogram—while keeping a consistent standout presence. Compact but structured, they move easily from day to evening, letting material and finish define the mood. It’s the piece the rest of the outfit follows.</p><div><strong><em>Gucci</em></strong><em> in the Philippines is available at Greenbelt 4, Shangri-La Plaza, and select luxury retailers nationwide, as well as on gucci.com</em></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Elevated Basic: The Pieces That Do the Work</strong><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17747647871188.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></strong>With <strong>Uniqlo U,</strong> Uniqlo—led by Christophe Lemaire and Sarah-Linh Tran—keeps refining the everyday. The cuts are relaxed, the fabrics are light, and the colors stay muted. These are the pieces that make getting dressed easier. Nothing complicated, just well thought-out and consistent.</div><div><strong><em>Uniqlo</em></strong><em> in the Philippines is available at SM Mall of Asia, Glorietta, SM Megamall, and select major malls nationwide, as well as on uniqlo.com/ph</em></div>

<p>From performance sneakers to quiet luxury beauty, these everyday essentials are shaping how modern wardrobes come together</p>

From performance sneakers to quiet luxury beauty, these everyday essentials are shaping how modern wardrobes come together

Everyday Icons: The Pieces That Define Modern Dressing Now—For Any Kind Of Lifestyle

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Everyday Icons: The Pieces That Define Modern Dressing Now—For Any Kind Of Lifestyle

Randz Manucom

Published March 29, 2026 02:14 PM PHT

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