THE METAMORPHOSIS
While many of us know the story of the caterpillar’s transition into becoming a beautiful butterfly, the journey to get there is one that entails a lot of challenges, sacrifices, and change. Science teaches us that it stops eating, hangs itself upside down from a twig, and spins itself into a cocoon. In this state of hibernation, it literally digests itself, radically changing its body to become a beautiful butterfly. Imagine the lengths and means it undergoes in order to transform. As severe as this process may seem, it is essential to the caterpillar’s circle of life. There are no skips or short cuts—it has no choice but to undergo this stage. Fortunately for us, we hold the power to pace our own physical transformations. Whether it be deciding to make a lifestyle change, committing to a workout, eating healthier, or opting for something more extreme such as surgery or a procedure, we can choose the best option for us. As Janet Jackson once said: This is a story about control.
Meanwhile, transformations can mean something simple as donning a well-tailored suit or wearing the right kind of lipstick. As mundane as it might sound, it can immediately change how you feel and even empower you. In this issue, we show just that—how a simple shift of silhouette, a different shade of red
lipstick, or an opening of the mind to certain life issues can encourage that necessary transition.
I hope this issue inspires and helps you in your own transformation. Take pointers from our fashion pages as we tackle trends that range from the feminine, artsy, to essentials such as black and white. Our beauty pages on the other hand, give you a run down on the hottest beauty products to try, as well as what’s new in makeup. Lastly, our section Slimming gives you insider information on the latest in invasive body shaping and sculpting.
Get to know our cover star, young actress Loisa Andalio and her beautiful journey to stardom and what’s still to come. Beyond her cherubic veneer and PreRaphaelite beauty, the young actress and Ever Bilena endorser shows us that she is much more than what it seems, prodding us to come closer and see the real her in this artistic interpretation.
Ultimately, transformations should be about realizing your true self, becoming your best version and more. So, just like that butterfly, it is time to get on that journey of metamorphosis.
Enjoy the issue!