By Cedie Lazaro
The global fashion landscape is officially shifting, and all eyes are on Manila. This week, a wave of major retail expansions and highly anticipated grand openings are giving the city’s style scene a major glow-up. From the ultra-luxurious, fresh face of Greenbelt 2 in Makati to massive, experiential flagship concepts taking over SM Mall of Asia in Pasay, international fashion powerhouses are locking in their presence in the Philippines. For anyone looking to refresh their wardrobe, local shopping has never felt so sophisticated.
Greenbelt 2 Reopens as an Avant-Garde Luxury Enclave
Following a complete architectural makeover, Greenbelt 2 has officially reopened its doors. Stepping away from its old identity as a dining strip, the newly redesigned wing has re-emerged as a high-concept, contemporary fashion destination. It is seamlessly connected to the luxury corridors of Greenbelt 3 and 4, balancing sleek, modern storefronts with lush, open green spaces. Landing right at the center of this premium retail revival are three highly coveted global fashion labels:
- Maison Margiela 6 (MM6): Bringing intellectual, unconventional silhouettes and elevated streetwear staples to the city’s style elite.
- CDG3: An edgy multi-brand concept store serving up a curated, avant-garde selection of Comme des Garçons’ iconic lines and exclusive collaborations.
- Maison Kitsuné: Merging the effortless aesthetics of Paris and Tokyo with clean tailoring, casual wardrobe pieces, and its playful fox logo.
Read more about Greenbelt 2's stunning transformation into Manila's newest luxury fashion destination here.Polo Ralph Lauren Unveils the Country’s Second-Largest Flagship
Over at the sprawling SM Mall of Asia Main Wing, American heritage fashion takes center stage with the launch of Polo Ralph Lauren’s stunning new location. Ranking as the brand’s second-largest store in the Philippines, the boutique immerses shoppers into the signature Ralph Lauren universe through warm wood paneling, rich textures, and timeless collegiate aesthetics. While offering comprehensive apparel lines for both men and women, this specific flagship serves as a premier showcase for the brand’s elite, equestrian-inspired leather goods—most notably anchoring the highly sought-after Polo ID Collection.
Abercrombie & Fitch Lands a Permanent, Relaxed-Concept Megastore
Abercrombie & Fitch has chosen SM Mall of Asia’s North Main Mall to debut its permanent Philippine home. Moving far beyond the dimly lit, heavily scented mall spaces of the past, this massive new store showcases the brand’s completely modernized “relaxed retail” layout. The bright, open aesthetic features clean lines and warm accents to create an inviting, stress-free shopping environment. Perfect for the tropical climate, the store places a heavy focus on premium, climate-ready attire, featuring breathable linen tops, easy-breezy dresses, and their standout linen-blend denim collections.
Stay tuned for next week’s Fashion Retail Roundup as we bring you the latest store openings, exclusive launches, and must-know fashion news from the Philippines and beyond.
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