Corso Como 88 Champions Italian Luxury and Craftsmanship in its First Year

MANILA, Philippines — Multi-brand store, Corso Como 88, celebrates the first anniversary of its flagship store in One Ayala Mall, Makati City. Over the past year, the store has become a destination for fashion fans with its exquisite collection of Italian and Parisian luxury brands, marking the store’s dedication to showcasing the quality, heritage, and timeless elegance of Italian design.

This year, Corso Como 88 shifts its focus in bringing in an unparalleled selection of artisanal bag brands and fragrances that showcase exceptional craftsmanship and timeless elegance of Italian design. Taking front and center of these brands are Buti, Gianni Chiarini, Biagini, Roberta Pieri, Gina Monroe, BOIS 1920, and Acqua dell’Elba—brands that embody the effortless elegance and superior quality of Italian craftsmanship.

BAGS

Buti

Buti Pelletterie is known for its handcrafted leather bags that blend timeless style with modern functionality. Each piece is meticulously made in Tuscany with traditional techniques passed down through generations of skilled artisans. 

The Buti Pelletterie bags are designed for the modern shopper who values both beauty and practicality.   

Gianni Chiarini

Gianni Chiarini offers a sophisticated collection of leather goods, with a focus on clean lines and minimalist design. Proudly made in Italy, the brand uses high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship in creating pieces that are both durable and chic.

Gianni Chiarini bags are available in a wide range of designs and patterns, making them adaptable to every look. These bags take pride in being eco-friendly as they are made out of PVC leather and other eco-friendly materials such as recycled polyester and vegetable-tanned leather.

Biagini

Biagini bags integrate traditional Italian artisanal techniques with contemporary design elements. These bags come in vibrant, playful colors, and are expertly designed with a focus on 

practicality and durability. Biagini follows a scrupulous research and selection of fine leathers, with each phase of processing in compliance with EEC regulations regarding CITES or the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora.

Biagini also offers a wide range of leather goods such as wallets and belts for both men and women.

Roberta Pieri

Roberta Pieri bags blend Tuscan artisan tradition and modern design. Each bag’s trimmings are made with vegetable-tanned leather, ensuring superior quality and reduced ecological footprint. Roberta Pieri also uses nylon, an innovative fiber that offers lightweight, strength, and durability.

Each Roberta Pieri bag embodies timeless elegance and sophistication, with carefully crafted designs characterized by clean and essential lines, making sure that the beauty of each material is shown without overwhelming each bag with excessive decorations.

Roberta Pieri is the result of a special collaboration between two siblings with different backgrounds, one in the textile industry and the other in Tuscan leathercraft. Inspired by their mother, they brought to life a brand that embodies elegance and sophistication.

Gina Monroe

Gina Monroe bags represent the perfect fusion between timeless elegance and modernity. Each bag is meant to become a travel companion designed to be versatile, functional, and extraordinarily beautiful. 

Gina Monroe bags are created with high-quality materials and designs that combine classic elegance with contemporary details.

PERFUMES

Bottega Italiana Spigo 1920 (BOIS 1920)

Bottega Italiana Spigo 1920 perfume, or BOIS 1920, reveals the concept of artisanal perfumery through creativity–from its unique and unforgettable scents down to the artwork of each bottle, label, cap, and box.

Each fragrance is born out of ancient perfume culture that is conceived to last persistently. Even its bottles are carefully crafted to become light, with colors and shapes bringing out uniqueness to highlight its real “made in Italy” tag. The box that houses each perfume, which is adorned by unique gold frames, pays homage to the passion and creativity that were poured out for each product.

Acqua dell’Elba

Acqua dell’Elba is a renowned luxury fragrance brand that brings the enchanting allure of the Tuscan archipelago to Manila through its range of captivating scents. 

The perfume line is inspired by the Italian Mediterranean island Elba, and is best known for incorporating aquatic scenes into its offerings like perfumes and bath products.

Each fragrance evokes a sense of tranquility and relaxation, perfectly capturing the essence of Italian summer.

Corso Como 88 also introduces Corso Como Reuse, its vintage corner featuring authentic hard-to-find, designer pre-loved bags that underscores the brand’s continuing commitment to sustainability by encouraging the reuse and appreciation of timeless pieces, giving them a new life while minimizing environmental impact.

Imelda Menguito Sciandra, President and CEO of Corso Como 88, says that her store remains committed to bringing Italian craftsmanship to discerning consumers and provide a fashion haven for those who are starting to invest in luxury, long-lasting pieces. 

“As we mark Corso Como 88’s first anniversary in One Ayala, we reflect on a year of bringing the artistry of Italian craftsmanship to the Philippine market,” shares Menguito-Sciandra. “This milestone signifies more than just a successful year of operations, it also shows our unwavering commitment and passion for  curating a collection that embodies the rich heritage, timeless elegance, and meticulous attention to detail that defines Italian luxury.”

Visit Corso Como 88 at the Level 3 of One Ayala Mall inMakati City and at the Ground Floor of Ayala 30th in Pasig City to discover exquisite and exceptional Italian brands and more.