My name is Carol and I’m a storyteller.
This is where I showcase my work as a multimedia journalist and writer.
For commissions, inquiries, and collaboration opportunities, drop me a line at carol@almostdiplomatic.com.
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Konfekt Magazine (a Monocle publication)
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Manila Bulletin
Click here for my author page where you will find my weekly columns
Forbes US
My author page.
5 Japanese Skincare Gems From Viral TikTok Trends
How Tumi’s New Asra Collection Taps Into Women’s Day-To-Day Needs
Exploring Azabudai Hills, Tokyo’s Newest Fashion Destination
Tokyo’s Used Designer Market: Where To Find Rare Pieces At Great Value
Why Versatile Pili Oil Deserves A Place In Your Skincare Routine
Despite Weak Yen, Japan’s Love For French Fashion Endures
Jimmy Choo Collaborates Anew with Naoko Takeuchi’s Sailor Moon
Vogue
You may find my author page in this link.
AI to Reality: How Designer Chris Habana Brought Erykah Badu’s Vision to Life
Filipino Model Eleanor Simon Takes Us Backstage at NYFW
Hidilyn Diaz Is Looking To the Next Chapter of Her Life
Cheek To Cheek: Blush is Beauty’s Quiet Protagonist
Beautiful Pursuit: How The Search For Happiness And Beauty Mix
Infinite Innovation: Can Microbiology help make beauty sustainable?
At The Intimate Audrey Exhibit, A Special Section Features Filipino Designers
Fashioning A Nation’s Pride: Ambassadors Dressed In Filipiniana Honor Philippine Independence
Embracing Heritage: LIKHA 2 Celebrates Filipino Crafts, Culture, And Independence This Weekend
Should We Take Microbiomes Seriously? Experts Weigh In
For Ben Chan, The Terno Is On Trend
“I See Strong Women Wearing My Designs.” Ditta Sandico Introduces Her Creations To A New Generation
Jari Jones: Living Within The Freedoms Of Hue
Lifestyle Asia
Beyond Snowy Photographs: Luxe Experiences And Thrills In Switzerland
Love On The Slopes: How A Ski Trip Led To This Couple’s Forever
Revenge Travel Bubble: What It’s Like To (Safely) Return To Boracay In The Middle Of A Pandemic
Articles for Forbes Asia
Since moving to Japan, my Forbes profile has been migrated to a new one which you may find in this link. As for my older articles when we were living in Berlin and Kuala Lumpur, please find them below.
Can The Philippines Make Premium Chocolate? This Chocolatier is Betting On It
This Specialist Communication Coach Helps Executives Work Better With Japanese Colleagues
The 5 Spots In Asia That Are Booming With Tourists In 2018
Philippine Cinema Is Growing Fast, And Is Moving Away From Typical Themes Of Poverty And Violence
This Art Agent Is Disrupting The Gallery Model, And Helping More Asian Artists To Breakthrough
Not So Fast Fashion: The Filipina Designer Giving Tribal Artisans A Place On The Catwalk
The Philippines Chewing On Ways To Cash In On West’s Healthy Food Obsession
Asia’s Love Of ‘Game Of Thrones’ Is Translating Into A Tourism Boom In Dubrovnik
Philippine Cuisine Is Catching On, And These Are The Dishes You Need To Try
Kermit Tesoro: The Avant-Garde Philippine Shoe Artist
6 Surprisingly Luxe Things To Do When You’re In Manila
Malaysia’s Athletes Will Love The Nike Hijab, Predicts Muslim Triathlete
One Of KL’s Top Bartenders Shares Her Choice Recipes For Intoxicatingly Unique Valentine’s Cocktails
This Ritz-Carlton KL Manager Shares What It Was Like To Host Obama
This Travel Startup Places Wealthy Asian Families In Their Dream Vacation Homes
Countdown To 2017: The Best Places In Asia To Celebrate The New Year
Style Icon Zandra Rhodes Gives Shoutout To Southeast Asia With Songket Fabrics
7 Signs Your High-End Japanese Dinner Is Worth Its Pricetag
The Malaysian Businesswoman Using Personal Branding To Build An Empire
The Top 6 Luxury Afternoon Tea Spots In Kuala Lumpur
This Year-Old Startup Is Now Southeast Asia’s Largest Online Korean Beauty Market
Is Malaysia’s First Online Rental Network The Future Of Housing In Kuala Lumpur?
Articles for Embraer Advantage
City Guide: Luxe Berlin
Video reports for Rappler
This church is made of real human bones, published October 2017
Dubrovnik is more than just ‘King’s Landing’, published September 2017
Abi Valte: Work, life, fashion, and love — all on the go, published June 2014.
The Homecoming of Elmer Borlongan, published March 2014.
Video reports for Solar News (now CNN Philippines)
In-Depth reports on the conflict between DPRK and South Korea. Aired 2013, Solar News.
Live report on the congestion at airline and bus terminals in Pasay City, Philippines. Aired April 2012.
