Life has a funny way of working sometimes. One day, you’re minding your business. The next, your new era is knocking at your door. Or, in Sofia “Fyang” Smith’s case, go from an influencer to being one of the most talked-about teenagers in the country.
Practically overnight, Fyang’s life turned upside down when she won Pinoy Big Brother Gen 11. It’s a rush that can overwhelm most, but the Gen Z Big Winner and one of our two Moving Up Issue cover stars is taking it all in stride. Such is change. While it can present itself as a foreign entity looking to disrupt your peace, it is also a sign of growth and that life has bigger plans for you. As Fyang sees it, take it one step at a time because your youth should be a time for learning and exploring so you can become the person you were always meant to be.
See why moving up isn’t something to run away from by reading the full cover story on nylonmanila.com.
Grab a copy of the Moving Up pack and a Binder to complete your MyZine set, available on shop.nylonmanila.com, SariSari.Shopping, and Sari-Sari kiosks in Estancia Mall, Eastwood Mall, and Festival Mall.
Photography by Josh Tolentino
@joshtolentino . Assisted by Antonio Vasquez a.vaz5. Creative and Fashion Direction by Andre Judd Chang
@andrejuddchang . Art Direction by Gelo Quijencio
@geloquijencio . Styling by Andre Judd Chang
@andrejuddchang . Fashion Assistant Kurt Abonal
@kurtabonal .
Production Design by Arj Madz of Jagger Studios
@arj_madz . Makeup by Makeup by Booya
@makeupbybooya and Japeth Purog
@japethmike_purog . Hair by Pau Ondrada
@hairbypauondrada and Ellise Tagaamo
@hairstylistema . Nails by #LuzFortuno and #NicaRagasa of Triple Luck Brow & Nail Salon. Shoot Coordination by Jasmin Dasigan
@jassydgn .
Cover story by Raf Bautista
@raf_bautista . December-January 2025
On Fyang:
Varsity jacket by
@jire.ph , Will Jireh Malabay
Top and Skirt by
@by__gia , Gianina Jewel Chan
Heels by
@sofabph , Sofab!
#FyangForNYLONManila
