Can I tell you...about Jullian Culas.
Rafe Totengco
Jullian Culas wearing his namesake bag.
I first met Jullian Culas back in 2016 when I was in Manila for my collaboration launch with Bench, a well loved multi-store, multi-brand retailer. The day before the show, the Bench team and I were held a casting for the models and in walks this svelte, androgynous figure with a mass of wild curly hair that fell well below his shoulders.
I was immediately drawn to his look, his attitude and his presence. We promptly added him to walk the show and to be part of the photo shoot.
Years later, we’ve spent time together in Paris and New York while he’s been pursuing a career in modeling.
When I started designing my collection I was thinking of Jullian and how he walks a fine line between being masculine and feminine. The confidence and the nonchalance of it all was inspiring to me.
The #JullianCrossbodybag is a compact style that I consider gender neutral. It features a front pocket with a drop lock closure, two short handles and a skinny shoulder strap to be worn across your body. It fits all your essentials; cell phone, keys, wallet, sunglasses, hand sanitizer, lipstick and AirPods. It also comes in an array of colors from pink, green, cognac, an iridescent gold and black.
Read out Q&A :
1. What is your idea of happiness?
My idea of happiness is doing something with purpose and fulfillment no matter how small or big it is.
2. What is your greatest extravagance?
Probably traveling. I mean I’ve only traveled to a few cities but I make sure I make the most in every trip. 😇
3. What is your current state of mind?
Just to be good at what I do. No drama.
4. Whose style do you most admire?
Timothée Chalamet’s style is impeccable. He is a true chameleon. More than anything, it’s the mystery he exudes (through this style) that makes him so interesting to me.
5. What do you consider your greatest achievement?
Myself. Who, what and and where I am now is my greatest achievement in life.
6. What is your most treasured possession?
Not to sound dumb or millennial, but honestly, my most treasured possession right now would have to be my iPhone 😂 it’s literally everything in my life right now— work, family, friends, connectivity, my easiest source and outlet for creativity etc.
7. Who is your favorite writer?
I don’t really read, so I don’t have one.
But for movies/shows, it would have to be Shonda Rhimes.
8. Which living person do you most admire?
Anyone who’s passionately flighting for their dreams and using their talent to make a change. 💪🏼
9. Where is your dream destination?
Berlin. I don’t even know a lot about Berlin but it has always fascinated me. I’ll make sure to drop by that city the next time I visit Europe.
10. What is your motto?
“If you don’t have any shadows, you’re not standing in the light”. - Lady Gaga
Jullian pink crossbody bag.