Reese Collins Latonio

<p><strong>Julia Barretto</strong> sizzles as the lead of upcoming film <em>Expensive Candy</em> and we’re first in line for the ticket booth! Starring alongside the esteemed actress is heartthrob Carlo Aquino, and the two make quite the daring pair. </p><div><br/></div><p>Directed and written by JP Laxamana of <em>Isang Daang Tula Para Kay Stella</em> and <em>The Day After Valentine’s</em> fame, <em>Expensive Candy</em> is set to follow the complicated love story between Candy, a fierce and independent sex worker (played by Julia) and Toto, a bumbling, virgin school teacher (played by Carlo). And although Carlo is a veteran in the world of romantic flicks with <em>Meet Me in St. Gallen</em> and <em>Exes Baggage</em>, Julia is set to step into the limelight of her first ever sexy role to date—and we couldn’t be more excited than a kid in a candy store.</p><div><br/></div><p>Recently, the film has been heating up our screens with promotional photos of the most seductive match in town. We’re lucky enough to get a little taste of Candy through some of her stunning looks in the movie! In a striking array of colors, from lace to metallics—and even different hairstyles from brunette to pink—we see the influences of similar movies like <em>Closer</em> and <em>Hustlers</em> woven into Candy’s style. Because who said sexy can’t be stylish?</p><div><br/></div><p>We’re onboard for the eye candy that’s sure to grace our cinemas. Anyone else looking forward to seeing more of the characters as sweet and spicy collide? Scroll through our gallery below to explore Julia Barretto’s take on Candy and the character’s electric style.</p><div><br/></div><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f52b35dd-1a48-48b4-a16c-019e99e965c7_b-sept3 (2).png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f2fc1b1b-7e36-415c-aaa1-ca62c3954823_photo from @juliabarretto on instagram.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/7df1c7df-c593-414e-99f2-ddaf4da15abc_photo from @jplaxamana on instagram.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/5e2bfc6d-769e-4518-ab2a-18e8bb9e6d15_photo from @juliabarretto on instagram.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/4ba647d7-b605-4cc6-a489-2b067fc57de1_photo from @vivaartistsagency on instagram.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/b5cbe070-bb20-4323-8ff6-af1a6563d981_photo from @juliabarretto on instagram.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/ff702c7a-01ba-4eb1-afe3-31dcf7507055_photo from @juliabarretto on instagram.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/5254effd-754f-4943-9ee4-0dbaf7f86a30_photo from @andreabeldua on instagram.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/1afa802b-9ad0-43b9-b289-da40481ce458_photo from @andreabeldua on instagram(1).png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f64d7d3c-4d67-4a3b-b588-6c5d6fde2634_photo from @andreabeldua on instagram(2).png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/dceaa7b3-e857-4ef7-b3e6-fc7fcd2db4e4_photo from @andreabeldua on instagram.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/370c85b1-ee08-4079-9e86-0b4b1e7f09fb_photo from @andreabeldua on instagram.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/5a7ce6b4-dba8-405c-bf7f-61155bcad1f4_photo from @andreabeldua on instagram(1).png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/bf8d9519-3072-477c-8db2-0d0ac4b7a133_photo from @andreabeldua on instagram(2).png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>A Day Off - Outside of her typical club scene, Candy wears a simple, yet sparkling black dress. You can never go wrong with an LBD and she looks pretty as a picture donning her own version of it!<cite>Photo from @juliabarretto on Instagram</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Candy Colors - In a salmon swimsuit and a green bob, Julia Barretto as Candy looks bright! Cuddled up next to Toto we can only imagine the chemistry these two have in the film.<cite>Photo from @jplaxamana on Instagram</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><div><cite>Photo from @vivaartistsagency on Instagram</cite></div></div><div class="item-desc"><div><cite>Photo from @juliabarretto on Instagram</cite></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Girl In Red - Julia looks absolutely captivating in this red number of a peplum bodice and tight skirt! The hue perfectly matches Candy’s fiery aura.<cite>Photo from @juliabarretto on Instagram</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Gold Standard - She is dripping in gold! From the earrings to the waist chain, Candy looks expensive and we’re here for a woman who knows her worth!<cite>Photo from @juliabaretto on Instagram</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Back In Black - In two different sets of black negligees, Julia looks jaw-dropping! No matter how simple her outfits are, she still manages to captivate and oh are we ready to dive into her character!<cite>Photo from @andreabeldua on Instagram</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><div><cite>Photo from @andreabeldua on Instagram</cite></div></div><div class="item-desc"><div><cite>Photo from @andreabeldua on Instagram</cite></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Laced Up - What’s an ‘Expensive Candy’ gallery without the duo pictures that broke the internet? In a stunning lace bodysuit and thigh high boots, Julia Barretto looks tantalizing. Carlo Aquino’s all-black ensemble is the perfect complement to her character.<cite>Photo from @andreabeldua on Instagram</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Spots and Stripes - In spicy promotional photos, Julia embodies Candy in stunning leopard lingerie. With her legs in striped stockings and a tulle robe to finish.<cite>Photo from @andreabeldua on Instagram</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><div><cite>Photo from @andreabeldua on Instagram</cite></div></div><div class="item-desc"><div><cite>Photo from @andreabeldua on Instagram</cite></div></div></div></div></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/metrostylewatch/local-celebrities-luxury-bags/33656" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">20 Local Celebs And Their Favorite Luxury Bags</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/metrostylewatch/joshua-garcia-style-in-switzerland/33639" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">All Of Joshua Garcia&#x27;s Dapper Outfits In Switzerland</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/metrostylewatch/best-dressed-vmas-2022/33610" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Here Are The Best Dressed Stars At The 2022 VMAs</a></div>

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Julia Barretto Is The Ultimate Femme Fatale In 'Expensive Candy'

Julia Barretto Is The Ultimate Femme Fatale In 'Expensive Candy'

Reese Collins Latonio

Published Sep 03, 2022 05:47 PM PHT

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