Fashion roundup: Running shoes, quirky bags, and classic staples to check out this May

Fan of cheak and Love, Bonito? The two brands just gave the best of both worlds with their recent collaboration, marking the first swim line of Love, Bonito. The pieces, available in their timeless and versatile looks, feature one-piece and separate sets and are made of fabric that offers the highest level of sun protection at UPF50+, not to mention that it is chlorine, sun cream, and oil resistant.

Other than the swimwear, Love, Bonito also released staples that are breezy for your summer trips, from maxi skirts, off-shoulder tops, linen vests, wide-leg pants, and chambray pieces that have a classy look.

You may also score exclusive gifts like the Love, Bonito x cheak beach towel, and the beach bag when you make a minimum purchase of P7,000, or P8,500 in-store and/or online, respectively.

Tommy Hilfiger

Tommy Hilfiger goes nostalgic for their Hilfiger Sailing Collection. The 22-piece capsule includes a fleece jacket, striped shirts, and a nylon deck coat that has shapes of ropes, pulleys, and signal flags, embracing its maritime inspiration. 

Check out more of this collection in Stores Specialists, Inc. stores at Central Square in Bonifacio High Street Central, Alabang Town Center, Ayala Center Cebu, Marquee Mall, TriNoma, Mall of Asia, Greenbelt 5, Newport Mall, Rustan’s Makati, Rustan’s Shangri-La, Tommy Jeans Robinsons Place Manila, Tommy Hilfiger Rockwell, and online at Trunc.ph, Rustans.com, Zalora, and Lazada. 

COS

For timeless staples, check out COS’ Spring Summer 2025 collection, which was showcased on the runway for its first-ever show in Athens in April. The 35 looks showed minimalist yet elegant styles, like the draped elements and soft silhouettes for womenswear. Functional but bold looks were curated for the menswear.  

The collection also features unique marble prints inspired by Renaissance paintings, with neutrals like off-white, black, muted and rich blue taking center stage for your capsule wardrobe.  

All staples were made of Materra Hydroponic Cotton—an indoor-grown cotton, so your comfort is guaranteed despite the intense heat.

Sari Lazaro

Filipino designer Sari Lazaro recently released ready-to-wear pieces with styles that are not only refreshing to the eye but are also comfortable for events this summer season.  

The collection, which took inspiration from the vibrant spirit and joyful demeanor of the Filipino people, features tropical designs, Pinoy-woven textiles, and fun shapes, like exaggerated floral blouses.  

Baggu

Vibrant colors and playful prints always take the spotlight in summer. American lifestyle brand Baggu has all the bags you need for your summer trips, from shopping bags, purse-style crossbody bags and totes, to trolley-compatible duffel bags.  

Their products are 50% made of recycled materials (except the leather line) and 100% machine washable.  

Baggu is available in all Certified Calm offline stores, www.certifiedcalm.com, and Certified Calm ShopeeMall and LazMall. 

PUMA

Speedcat is undeniably the crowd's favorite. This shoe, first known as an icon in racing, has spawned different versions, from the OG, leather, and now, the all-time favorite Mary Jane. For your cute sporty looks, get your hands on Puma's Speedcat Ballerina for P5,200. This shoe is available in colorways of two-tone black and pink, black and white, and silver that resembles the metallic body of an F1 race car. 

Meanwhile, Puma H-street made its comeback since its first launch in 2003. It draws inspiration from the classic running spike of the 2000s, the PUMA Harambee, which took its name from the Swahili word meaning “pull together.”

These low-profile shoes are available in OG Fizzy Green/PUMA Silver and Frosted Ivory/PUMA Black and Silver. Note though that these will be available in limited stocks, so better not to miss out.

Check out the collection on PUMA.com and PUMA stores in Bonifacio High Street, Shangri-la, SM North EDSA as well as select Foot Locker stores. 

SALOMON

Looking for quality outdoor shoes for running or hiking? Head over to Salomon’s newest and largest store which recently opened at SM Mall of Asia. 

Check out their iconic XT-6, a unisex shoe for intense runs, and the MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon XT-4 Mule collaboration, an open-heeled sneaker for your quick errands this summer, perfect for those who are on the go.  

MBT

Attention, shoe lovers! If you’re on the hunt for the newest kicks and are conscious of its benefits to the feet, MBT (Masai Barefoot Technology) has opened its first concept store at Level 2, Shangri-La Plaza Mall’s Main Wing near La Creperie. 

The brand is known for its signature curved sole intended for natural movement, which, in turn, “activates underused muscles, and improves overall posture.”  

Its unique technology caters to different movement needs: Activate for gentle activation, Dynamic for moderate engagement, and Performance for maximum muscle activation and energy return—these features are said to also help in recovery and support for those managing diabetic foot conditions. 

Their concept store offers a wide range of styles, from slip-ons, sneakers, sandals, and running shoes. You may check out more of their offerings on their website. 

Adidas

Apart from comfort, another factor in choosing running shoes is the design, which allows you to wear them even in casual outfits. Good thing, Adidas' Adizero Evo SL offers both. Taking inspiration from its Adios Pro Evo 1, the Evo SL is said to be its lightest shoe yet, equipped with its Lightstrike Pro foam in midsole, providing the utmost comfort, may it be on easy or intense runs. 

This shoe is exclusively available at the adidas Brand Center Glorietta, Two Parkade, Trinoma, Uptown Mall, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Venice McKinley Hill, and online.

Uniqlo

If you're looking for clothes that will keep you dry and fresh in the summer heat, Uniqlo is the place to go. The brand has a new collaboration with Anya Hindmarch dubbed "The T-Shirt Shop." The collection, albeit looking simple, stands out with its quirky googly eyes and deconstructed stitch on boxy t-shirts, classic crew neck t-shirts, loose and breezy sleeveless, fitted ribbed tank tops, and pouch.

This collection is available starting on May 23.

For tennis fans, Uniqlo also launched its newest collection inspired by tennis superstar Roger Federer. 

Created by UNIQLO Creative Director Clare Waight Keller, the collection features chic yet comfortable sportswear, which you can wear on casual days. The AIRism polo shirt and the DRY-EX polo shirt are in a mesh fabric, so you'll stay fresh despite the summer heat, available in colors navy, white, and black.

Complete the lazy outfit with a 3D knitwear hoodie, shorts, and pants.

As part of their Peace for All project, which aims to make a positive impact through clothing, Uniqlo recently held an art workshop for underprivileged kids in Tondo, Cavite, and Bulacan. They were taught the basics of the art-making process, primarily how to draw flowers inspired by Pablo Picasso’s Bouquet of Friendship shirt design.

Check these out at UNIQLO Manila Global Flagship Store, UNIQLO Mall of Asia, and online via their website. 

Seiko 

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Seiko's Diver watch is making a comeback with new styles. The Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Professional features an automatic driving system and is made of alloy designed to withstand breakage, rust, and wear, ensuring resilience in harsh underwater conditions. This model, with a dial inspired by shinkai or "deep sea" has a 72-hour power reserve, and can be used during diving as it's water resistant up to 600 meters deep. The watch will be available as a limited edition of 600.

The Seiko Prospex 1968 Heritage Diver’s GMT Watch also has an automatic driving system with 72 hours of power reserve. Powered by Caliber 6R54 is also suitable for diving as it is water resistant up to 300 meters deep, the same as Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch, which is powered by Caliber 6R55. These watches are limited to a total of 6,000 units.

Check the newest collection at the Seiko Boutiques and select retail stores worldwide starting July 2025.

Casetify

For anik-anik girlies, Casetify released a new collection with the famous Sonny Angel, "Wild Haven." The collection features vibrant colors, playful patterns, and nature-inspired textures featuring the ever-charming angel boy character.

The whole collection includes limited-edition phone cases featuring the beloved Sonny Angel HIPPERS Series with all-new customizable designs to add your name up to 9 characters, the collectible Sonny Angel Wild Dreams Set, available in limited quantities, as well as matching tech accessories, like AirPods cases and MagSafe wallet.

Get your hands on the full collection at its official website and app. 

Carolina Herrera

The summer heat may be draining, but don't let it stop you from being your stylish self. Check out Carolina Herrera's Summer 2025 collection for your summer essentials—from light dresses to chic yet functional bags, and timeless accessories.

Among those worth checking out are the Initials Insignia bucket bag, which is made from “paper," a woven fabric in natural fibers, carefully crafted by artisans in Spain, and the colorful Capazo bag, which is handcrafted in braided raffia.

Check more of their offerings here.