INTERVIEW: CHARMAINE Z. CHANCO
PHOTOGRAPHY: DR. MARLON PECJO
STYLING: REYNALDO SANTOS JR.
HAIR AND MAKEUP: ALLAN ARNECILLA
Daks bayani swimwear and shoes; CRU accesories

You seem quite hesitant at first when we made you wear a sheet of see-through cloth turned into a bolero. Too daring for you?
I was just surprised to see the small cloth at first, since it doesn’t really do a good job in covering anything, does it? Ha ha ha! But when it was turned into a bolero, it looked so gorgeous I just had to  try it on.

You mentioned you’re nearing the 40-year mark. By just looking at your young, flawless physique we’d say you’re probably pulling our leg.
Ha ha ha! I’m serious, I’m 38 already and I’m proud of it. I guess that’s because I’ve been successful at choosing my battles! No secret there really—everything should be in moderation, but allowing excesses every now and then, ha ha ha! I just make sure I keep a balanced, healthy, and happy life.

But we’re guessing a healthy frame of mind is not responsible for that stunning, flab-free body.
Well, at my age, being cellulite-free is really a fantasy. It’s really a good thing I’ve managed to keep my body fit through sports like touch rugby, mountain biking, badminton, boxing. I’m into any sport that’s fast-paced and played outdoors.

So you’re pretty active…
Very. Typically, I would engage in some form of exercise four times a week, sometimes five. Apart from eco-friendliness and cost efficiency, taking my bike to do errands and visit friends within the neighborhood provides a quick workout.