Manila’s shopping scene just got an upgrade, with beloved brands opening new spaces this August. Here’s everything you need to know.
If you haven’t heard, Manila’s shopping landscape just leveled up. This August, a new wave of store openings has swept across the city—spotlighting cult-loved labels and lifestyle finds that live up to the buzz. Whether you’re a retail regular or simply enjoy a stylish stroll at the mall, these fresh additions offer even more ways to indulge in what the metro has to offer.
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Cartier
Cartier hosted an intimate gathering to celebrate the reopening of its redesigned Shangri-La boutique, now devoted exclusively to timepieces. The refreshed space marries the brand’s timeless French elegance with touches inspired by Filipino heritage, unveiled over champagne and warm conversation.
VIVAIA
Eco-conscious footwear brand VIVAIA has opened its third Philippine store at SM Mall of Asia. Known for its sustainable designs made from recycled PET bottles, the 90-sqm boutique showcases bestsellers like the Margot Mary Janes and Cristina Sneaker Flats, along with new arrivals such as the Jillian Loafers. The store also features a Conscious Comfort wall, highlighting the brand’s commitment to stylish, eco-friendly fashion.
Max Mara
A celebration of style and legacy unfolded at Max Mara Greenbelt 3, where the fashion house unveiled its Pre-Fall 2025 collection, “From Boudoir to Gazebo.” The event also marked the 10th anniversary of the iconic Whitney Bag, a symbol of craftsmanship, versatility, and timeless design that continues to evolve while honoring Max Mara’s heritage.
Tessera
Tessera Jewelry has opened its newest boutique at The Podium, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion and commitment to bringing timeless craftsmanship closer to its clientele. The new space debuts two exclusive collections: “Bold in Gold,” featuring rose gold and natural diamonds; and “The Bridal Edit,” a capsule honoring modern love with solitaires and refined classics. Conceived as a destination for discovery, the boutique embodies the brand’s mission of celebrating individuality and life’s milestones through diamonds that carry meaning beyond adornment.
BRGY
A celebration of community and creativity came to life at BRGY in One Corporate Center, where designer Jor-El Espina unveiled a new concept store dedicated to Philippine fashion and design. Taking its name from the barangay—the country’s smallest yet most essential unit of community—the space brings together exclusive capsule collections from Jun Escario, Lorico, Viktor Jeans, and Espina himself, alongside curated lifestyle pieces by Jed Yabut, Doc Marlon Pecjo, Paperbound, and Reverie by Ria Bolivar. With rotating edits introduced every few months, BRGY embodies the spirit of a modern Filipino hub where design, collaboration, and cultural identity converge.
Banner photo courtesy of Max Mara
