Into the woods
The world of fantasy and fairy tales has been an inspiration to fashion. A thematic narrative of captivating tales — where kingdoms, castles, princes and princesses, fairies, mythical characters and magic exist — has provided a muse to many a designer.
Imagination creates whimsical or playful interpretation of fashion where out-of-the-box concepts become the norm. The fantastic visual appeal of theatrical- and costume-inspired looks has appeared in countless global ad campaigns, glossy editorials and magazine covers. Some of these greatest works have created an impact in this fast-paced trendsetting landscape. The highly imaginative antithesis of the seriousness of dressing is expressed in and paralleled with reflections of reality.
Though fairy tales may transport us to different worlds, fashion realism grounds this avenue of artistic expression with a fundamental element of wearable dressing. Beneath the telltale stories, both function and form seamlessly display the essence of style relevance in modern times.
One of the latest to hit the silver screen is Disney’s Into the Woods. An unforgettable collective of fairytale greats, the blockbuster has become an inspiration of style. Payless ShoeSource presents its latest collection via this fairytale eye candy. With a stellar cast of characters, the brand displays the season’s desirable styles in variety of looks for men, women and kids. Glamour plays a refreshing perspective on fantasy with a mood for the current wardrobe must-haves.
The truth about fashion is that it’s a fusion of fairy tale and reality. What we want to wear stems from imagination and personal ideologies that fashion who and what we are. Style is an ever-changing process that allows one to set goals, dreams and eventually live one’s fantasies.
Photography by MAU AGUASIN • Styling by luis espiritu jr. • Associate styling by Diane Lasam • Makeup by Pia Reyes for MAC Cosmetics • Hairstyling by DAVE LOPEZ
• Models: Ann Umali of Mercator and Arthur of Ideal People • All shoes by Payless ShoeSource
