Within five minutes of our meeting, it’s clear that Kylie Verzosa is our kind of people. Refreshingly candid with her feelings and adorably animated, she squeals her delight when I ask her if she’s looking forward to the photography shoot that’s taking place the next day. “I still can’t believe it!” she says about being our April cover star. Sharing that she lived in Singapore for a “couple of months” during her modelling days years ago, her face lights up when she talks, revealing a 1,000-watt smile. So, I’m pleasantly surprised to discover that—underneath her easy-going demeanour and stunning Beauty Queen looks—Kylie possesses an iron will that has seen her become the film star, entrepreneur, social media darling and mental health advocate that she is today. Hers is a story worth reading, and you’ll find it in our cover story where she sparkles in Tiffany & Co., a brand she loves (she even brought along her personal Tiffany pieces “just in case”).
The Philippines’ next big personality to hit the international circuit, we have no doubt we’ll be seeing a lot more of Kylie—someone who perfectly personifies an April issue dedicated to the next big things. From local R&B singer-songwriter Haven, who speaks to us about the solace that music brings (judging from her 302K-strong following on Instagram, her fans agree), to “Runway Rundown” report on the stories and inspirations behind fashion’s most notable collections, we’ve curated our issue to showcase the hottest, the chicest and the coolest to note: Our pages are peppered throughout with season’s must-have accessories to add to your arsenal, plus the spring/summer 2025 Beauty Trends report spotlights the trendiest looks to add to your repertoire. And to balance it all, Samantha Horton, chief operating officer of digital investment platform Syfe, has a few choice tips on how to start your investment journey to ensure that you’re securing your future, financially.
It’s an issue packed with visuals and reads to inform and entertain. So if you ask us, we’d find a comfortable spot and curl up with this magazine for some quiet “me” time for the perfect afternoon.
Photographed by STEFAN KHOO
Styled by JEFFREY YAN
Make-up Artist CLARENCE LEE using Clé de Peau Beauté
Hairstylist KEN HONG/Evolve Salon
Photographer’s Assistant MOHD ALIF