WMN peeks once more into the lives of fashion stylists, itching to know if what we see in their work carries over into their lifestyles as well.

By Rica de Ramos

Other stylists featured in the series:
Bea Constantino
Jasmine Mendiola
Pam Quinones
Jenni Epperson
Garovs Garovillo

The stereotypical girly girl look has never been her cup of tea. So much so that even before menswear became a trend, Bianca Santiago has made it her signature look.

Name: Bianca Santiago
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1. What is your personal style?
“A mix of menswear or androgynous dressing and neo vintage. I usually go for detailed vintage tops paired with harem trousers, blazers, black skinny pants, or a skirt!”

2. What’s your trademark style?
“I always consider the clients’ personal style and body shape so they're comfortable, then I inject trends that would smoothly fall and work for an updated and better look.”

3. What do you usually wear to work?
“For a normal working day, [I usually wear] easy pieces like a tailored or detailed top, a pair of pants or a skirt, and flats, as I usually do shoots in the daytime. I change to heels when needed for events in the evening.”

4. Who’s your muse?
“Charlotte Gainsbourg, Francoise Hardy, the French Vogue girls especially Emmanuelle Alt, Taylor Tomasi, Kate Lanphear, Kirsten Dunst, and Chloe Sevigny.”

Getting this look is free. “Start by raiding your boyfriend, brother, dad's closet for the menswear style!” Bianca divulges. But don’t be a trend slave. She adds, “I don't believe in pushing a trend just because it's what's in. It's always best to know how to pick and edit; when your clients look and feel comfortable, an effortless style and beauty will follow!”