Editor's note

It might come as a surprise to find a different photo on the editor’s page…No need to fret, you’re still looking at the same CHALK that you have grown to love throughout the years.

My good friend Vicky Montenegro is moving on, and it is with a hint of sadness to bid farewell, but at the same time, I respect her decision and was happy to hear about her next endeavor.

It was stressful and at the same time exciting for the past month. There have been some changes over the summer, as you might have probably noticed as you’ve picked up Chalk. Art director Teej Nepomuceno have helped tweak the look, with some palpable and some subtle changes from the cover to the inside pages.

The fashion team is now composed of fashion editor Kat Cruz and associate fashion editor Bianca Santiago. Kat was from defunct Philippine Inquirer’s Just Shop and have been in the fashion industry for five years now, while
Bianca came from Chalk’s sister shopping magazine Pink. With their help and expertise, we’ve come up with new fashion pages. We incorporated a lot of how-to’s to help you invest on style you feel comfortable in, and of course, provide you with the latest trends and fab fashion places.

We’ve also tweaked the features page for better readability and come up with stories on inspiring young achievers. Chalk has a new associate editor, Nana Caragay, former lifestyle editor. And a new editorial assistant Rona Capili, she is the friendly voice on the end of the line when you phone for inquiries and requests.
Former associate editor Jocelle Evangelista has moved on to help her family business. But don’t lament she will still be contributing for Chalk.

It is my honor to proudly show you the new Chalk. Cheesy as it might sound but it is sent with passion and hard work. May you lose yourself in our pages!

Stefanie Cabal
Editor in Chief