Liz Uy Book Launch

It’s here, it is finally here—Liz Uy’s most-awaited book entitled StyLIZed: Liz Uy’s 10 Style Essentials is now available in stores.  Our very own Preview and Esquire Editor-at-Large and Celebrity Stylist has been working on this baby for the past year making sure she churns out only the best!

The book features everything that a fashion-loving Filipina must have in her closet, hence, the style essentials—each essential featured in the book was modeled by her friends and celebrity clients like Georgina Wilson,Julia Barretto, Anne Curtis, Sarah Geronimo, Isabelle Daza, Marian Rivera, Bianca Gonzales,  Bea Alonzo, Toni Gonzaga, and of course, Kris Aquino. 

Liz will be officially launched her book last January 25, 2014 from 3PM-6PM in National Bookstore,Glorietta 1. Everyone was invited to come and have your copies of the book signed by Liz herself.

Talk with Liz

What or who was the inspiration behind the book?

The books of Marie Claire’s Creative Director, Nina Garcia—The Little Black Book of Style, The One Hundred, The Style Strategy, and Nina Garcia’s Look Book.

What's the story behind the book? What made you decide to publish such?

It was actually Kris Aquino’s idea. One day, she told me it was about time for me to publish and work on a book about style. In my ten years in the industry, I would like to share what I know and what I’ve learned, to share about my experiences as a stylist, and hope that they discover their StyLIZed-self after reading my book.

What was the process like? Which was the most challenging part?

I didn’t know I had to go through this kind of process, it was all so tedious—think non-stop editing, proof-reading, color correction (for all images and illustrations), scheduling of shoots, and so much more. Imagine, it took as an hour to get the perfect shot of a watch! But the most challenging part was the shoot with all the celebrities.  It took two days and we had to book the best makeup artists, hairstylists, and photographers for that shoot. In the end, we made it and I’m very happy.

Take us through the process of styling a celebrity for an event or photo shoot?

It is definitely a long process and not an easy one. I would have to coordinate with the brand or client, the agency, and of course, the celebrity. And after that, I would create an outfit based on what is needed and what was talked about, and finally, I make sure that the celebrity feels great and comfortable.

Who are your style icons?

There’s just so many! Carine Roitfeld for porno chic, Nicole Ritchie for her take on the '70s, Kate Moss,Olivia Palermo for her polished feminine look, and Ines de la Fressage for her chicness.

What is the importance of appearance for you?

It is saying who you are without having to speak.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Happily married! (Haha!) 

What do you think of Philippine fashion?

Philippine fashion is very promising, I get to work and discover so many talented people in this field, and realize that we have so much talent to share to the world.

Describe an outfit that will ultimately define Liz Uy's style.

An all-black ensemble: A sleek jumpsuit paired with pointy pumps. Because it can be dressed down and played up yet still look chic.

Pick one, just one item, from your closet that you feel you will never ever let go of.

My pair of diamond earrings.