Smells Like Teen Spirit

It's Official. I am now a #MegGirl. 

      If you know me, then you would know how much I love magazines. And if you REALLY know me, you would know how much I love Preview. It's the only local magazine that I collect. Until recently, I have chanced upon another magazine that may add to my monthly magazine budget. 

      I saw a copy of meg while I was in the grocery store with my mom. The first thing I noticed was how pretty and fresh Kathryn Bernardo was on the cover, all decked out in Marc Jacobs and not in the typical "artista look". I also loved how the main title of the issue was TAKE CHARGE. With the end of 2014 and the beginning of 2015, I really needed some inspiration and spiritual boost. And so, I promptly bought the magazine, robbing the stand of its last copy. 

      The moment I tore open its plastic cocoon, and smelled that magazine scent (weird I know), I snuggled up in my couch and began my meg experience. I was greeted by Bianca Gonzalez in her editorial letter, along with her cheeky creative meg team. I greatly admire the youthful yet fashion-forward layout. It is equally refreshing and engaging. The clothing they use for their editorials and other photos are from stores that teenagers usually shop in, which really makes it easier for anyone to hunt for whatever piece that catches their eye. 

And now, I will rave about the sections that really turned me into a #MegGirl.

1. Closet Diaries

      This issue featured Carmen Araneta, founder of @shopcarisse. And whenever it has something to do with Filipinas contributing to Philippine fashion, I'm all in. This kind of stuff always inspires me. Her 70s/90s aesthetic is fresh and exciting.  

2. Street Beat

      You gotta love a whole street style feature. The critique from the two meg contributors were honest, insightful, and encouraging. I was also able to draw a lot of ideas from the stylish women snapped here. This is just pure evidence of how Filipinas have impeccable taste in fashion, which can even surpass those of other nationalities. Mabuhay.

3. Style 101

      This is probably my favorite part of the issue, mainly because of the effortless way the stylists translated top trends into something wearable and comfortable. Of course, it revolved around normcore and its many variations: menswear, school girl, pastels and sweaters. Bravo to the producers of these gorgeous images. You deserve all the mandals and sliders in the world!

4. Editorials (Both Fashion and Beauty)

      I love all the editorials featured in this issue (well, except for All The Light We Cannot See; a dreamy flower child isn't really my cup of tea). The images had the perfect balance of couture and high fashion, which make them relatable to any fashion-loving Filipina teen. Even small details like the star stickers that trickled down Sophie Sumner's cheekbone, make a BIG DIFFERENCE.

5. The entire Life Guide section 

      From a house party guide, to Nix Damn P!'s music, to snippets of  life advice and stories of inspirational women---meg is definitely all about the youth. They understand our whims, our goals, and our dreams. And they write these things in a brief yet very intriguing manner. 

      In short, I think meg is a magazine for any Filipina teen. Wherever you are from, whatever your interests are, meg caters to a multitude of personalities. It reconciles with our inner thoughts and pushes us to become better versions of ourselves---empowered, and very stylish versions.

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