By Cedie Lazaro
Atelier Debbie Co celebrates 21 years of fashion mastery by blending London tradition with tropical heat—and Manila’s style elite is completely obsessed.
Atelier Debbie Co is celebrating a major milestone: 21 years of dressing the modern woman. To mark the occasion, designer Debbie Co has unveiled Jardin du Soleil Resort ’26, a breathtaking collection that brings together two seemingly opposite worlds: the structured elegance of British afternoon tea and the effortless warmth of the tropics.
Inspired by her time studying at Central Saint Martins in London, Debbie revisits her early love for British craftsmanship, reinterpreting it through a sun-drenched, tropical lens. Think vintage tea gowns reimagined with lighter fabrics, soft corsetry, puff sleeves, and flowing midi skirts that move like a summer breeze. The palette is a vibrant explosion of mango, coral, golden yellow, and soft ivory, grounded by lush botanical prints of hibiscus and palm leaves.
Stylish Magazine caught up with Manila’s top style icons to see what they love about the collection, and the verdicts are in.
The Thoughts from the Style Elite
Kris Bernal: “It’s So Me!”
“Her designs are very feminine, unique, and at the same time, always maganda ang fit [beautiful fit],” actress Kris Bernal shared. “It’s so me! Every fit matches your skin tone and your personality.”
Sam Pinto: “Pure Classic Daintiness”
“What I love is how it’s so dainty, and how girly and also classic,” model and actress Sam Pinto raved. “All her pieces are super nice.”
Coleen Garcia-Crawford: “Simple Yet Thoughtful”
Looking closely at Kris Bernal’s stunning dress, actress Coleen Garcia admired the craftsmanship. “I love the different fabrics that she is able to source,” she noted. “I’m looking at Kris Bernal’s dress right now and I super love it. It’s so beautiful. The silhouette is simple, but it is very thoughtful, classic, and very feminine.”
Cheska & Kendra Kramer: A Mother-Daughter Love Affair
The gorgeous mother-daughter duo Chesca and Kendra Kramer were also spotted admiring the line, completely enamored by the versatile, timeless designs that transcend generations.
Elegance for Every Day
For Debbie Co, this collection is about making elegance approachable. “My experience in London introduced me to the beauty of British tradition and craftsmanship, while coming home always reminds me of the warmth, color, and vibrancy of the tropics,” Debbie shares. “I wanted to create a collection where elegance isn’t about formality, but about feeling confident and beautiful in every moment.”
Whether you are heading to an intimate destination wedding or just want to elevate your everyday wardrobe, Jardin du Soleil is designed to accompany you through every beautiful chapter of life.
SHOP THE COLLECTION:
Experience the magic in person. The Jardin du Soleil Resort ’26 Collection is available now at the Atelier Debbie Co at Proscenium and at the Atelier Debbie Co Pop-up at Power Plant Mall, Rockwell (running until September 2026).
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