Must-have items for every capsule wardrobe as seen in Natori's Fall 2023 collection
Cover Must-have items for every capsule wardrobe as seen in Natori's Fall 2023 collection
Must-have items for every capsule wardrobe as seen in Natori's Fall 2023 collection

The designer revealed her fall 2023 collection inspired by the Orient Express

An opulent celebration at the Ayala Museum marked the launch of noted Filipino designer Josie Natori’s fall 2023 collection. Longtime collaborators like Rustan’s and friends of the designer organised the party. The museum bustled with activity as Natori’s fans, friends, and followers gathered to celebrate this latest achievement in her long career.

Subtle elegance marked the event, following the signature style of the renowned designer. The evening centred around Natori’s newest line, inspired by the resurgence of the Orient Express and the concept of luxury travel. 

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(From left) Catherine Huang Endriga, Marilen Rustia-Tantoco, Zenaida R Tantoco, Donnie Tantoco, Kathy Huang and Michael Huang
Above (From left) Catherine Huang Endriga, Marilen Rustia-Tantoco, Zenaida R Tantoco, Donnie Tantoco, Kathy Huang and Michael Huang
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(From left) Techie Hagedorn, Susan Joven, Marilu Batchelor, Maja Olivares and Sofia Zobel Elizalde
Above (From left) Techie Hagedorn, Susan Joven, Marilu Batchelor, Maja Olivares and Sofia Zobel Elizalde
(From left) Catherine Huang Endriga, Marilen Rustia-Tantoco, Zenaida R Tantoco, Donnie Tantoco, Kathy Huang and Michael Huang
(From left) Techie Hagedorn, Susan Joven, Marilu Batchelor, Maja Olivares and Sofia Zobel Elizalde

Hosted by Issa Litton, the event was a fusion of creativity and style, apt for the cosmopolitan crowd. One of the night's highlights was an exceptional ballet performance from Steps Dance Studio.Natori was spotted mingling and sharing laughs with longtime friends and colleagues. Guests included members of the Rustia-Tantoco clan, such as the chairman and CEO of Rustan Commercial Corporation Nedy Tantoco.

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Photo 1 of 7 (From left) Agnes Huibonhua, Josie Natori and Anton Mendoza
Photo 2 of 7 Myrza Sison
Photo 3 of 7 Tricia Centera
Photo 4 of 7 Happy Ongpauco-Tiu
Photo 5 of 7 Toni Gonzaga
Photo 6 of 7 Ana Amigo Antonio and Princess Violago
Photo 7 of 7 Pieces from the Orient Express fine jewellery collection
(From left) Agnes Huibonhua, Josie Natori and Anton Mendoza
Myrza Sison
Tricia Centera
Happy Ongpauco-Tiu
Toni Gonzaga
Ana Amigo Antonio and Princess Violago
Pieces from the Orient Express fine jewellery collection

Other local personalities from both the business, entertainment and fashion spheres included Donnie Tantoco, Kathy Huang, Carol Garcia, Alice Eduardo, Ana Lorenzana de Ocampo, Michelle Tiangco, Anton Huang, Happy Ongpauco-Tiu, former senator Dick Gordon, Consul Agnes Huibonhoa, Anton Mendoza, Toni Gonzaga, Myrza Sison, Tricia Centenera, Marie Field Faith, Techie Hagedorn, Susan Joven, Marilu Batchelor, Maja Olivares, Sofia Zobel Elizalde, Ching Cruz and Ana Amigo Antonio.

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Julianna Cabili
Features Writer, Tatler Philippines
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Julianna has been interested in leading a literary life since she first read Frances Hodgson Burnett's A Little Princess at eight. Before working with Tatler, she was an archive intern at The Center for Fiction in Brooklyn, New York. She is a textbook Pisces who devotes most of her spare time to her crochet projects, watching classic films, and going through her never-ending pile of unread books. She studied creative writing, global literature and art history at Sarah Lawrence College, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2022. Toni Morrison, Nora Ephron, Clarice Lispector and Jia Tolentino are among her all-time favourite writers.

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