Tag: Filipino Fashion Designer

Celebrated Filipino designer Frederick Peralta had unfortunately fallen ill mid last year. His friends from the industry were quick to take action to help and mounted "Federico: An Exhibit and Trunk Show Sale," where some of his iconic designs from his archives

Iconic Filipino fashion force Pitoy Moreno has passed away, and social media is overflowing with tributes to the late designer. From one-of-a-kind memories to simpler expressions of grief, his fans and friends alike have taken to the web to tell the world

If you're tying the knot soon, then congratulations! We're sure you're already giddy with excitement, but let us just pique your joy a bit higher—homegrown fashion designer Bryan Peralta has created Curve, a line of plus-sized wedding gowns to cater to even

This elegantly melancholy collection carries fragments of stormy seas and concrete down the runway--Vic Barba takes inspiration from ashes and overcast skies, refining each piece 'til each gray cloud sees an exquisitely-crafted silver lining. See the full collection right here!IMAGE Ryan OngIMAGE

Martin Bautista transports you to the awe-inducing galaxy of your childhood dreams this Spring-Summer 2017, taking inspiration from those outer space-themed storybooks you used love. If you ever needed proof that there are simply some things one never really outgrows, this is it

Fashion often imitates art in all its forms—encyclopediac illustrations most definitely included. Taking inspiration from German marine biologist Ernst Haeckel's colorful Discomedusae Aurelia (google that!), Jinggay Serag's debut collection with Manila Fashion Festival features painstakingly pleated details created out of the designer's

Another Filipino designer is going global! Gabbie Sarenas will be showing her lastest collection called Pagtànom at the upcoming Vancouver Fashion Week. Known for her affair with rural-inspired pieces that remind us of our rich heritage, Gabbie is putting the spotlight on our

Acclaimed fashion photographer Mario Testino just recently shot Filipino designer Tippi Ocampo for Dove's 60th anniversary #RealBeauty global campaign!IMAGE Mario Testino for DoveKnown for her quirky yet feminine approach to design and cheerful desposition, Tippi has made a revered name for herself

After her very first solo fashion show abroad at London Fashion Week, Filipino designer Happy Andrada's Fall-Winter 2017 collection has become clickable on Vogue.co.uk!IMAGE INSTAGRAM/happyvandradaNeedless to say, it's a huge step for Philippine fashion. Happy's international solo debut was part of Fashion

"I wanted to shed a light on protected, endangered animals in the Philippines. We have to take care of them, to make a conscious effort to keep them from going extinct. I want to shake the cores of people who don't care

In case you haven't heard, Filipino fashion designer John Herrera has emerged triumphant as the first place winner of the London Emerging Designers Award! Though he's already made his impact on both the local and international industry long before this jubilant win, he

The local fashion and entertainment industries are brimming with love for Danilo Franco, who passed away yesterday, January 31. The iconic designer, dubbed as the country's Dean of Fashion Illustrators, was 65.IMAGE YouTube"Thanks for designing that gown I received my [Laurence Olivier

Filipino talent sure has a way of reaching international heights, and fashion designer Jian Lasala is the latest in a long line of living proof. We sit down for a quick chat with Jian, the mastermind behind both Miss Universe-Sierra Leone Hawa

Not quite over the clavicle-baring trend and you suddenly find yourself attending a beach wedding or a summer event? We suggest you find yourself your designer who can make you that off-shoulder piece you’ve been dreaming of. For your sake, we’ve rounded

“Globalization is the buzz word and almost a synonym for success in the 21st century. It is my determination to ultimately make a name in the international stage and project Philippine expertise and excellence in fashion design overseas.” –Vince Tolentino at the

A little over four years ago, we put the spotlight on House of Herrrera’s John Herrera. At that time, we met a brooding talent who just completed a successful first solo fashion week experience. His forte: creating pieces that marry his Avante Garde taste

Fresh from her Paris World Fashion Week and L.A. Fashion Week shows, designer Pia Gladys Perey touches back on home base with a special sneak peek of her latest collections. Having already showcased her Spring/Summer 2015 line in Paris and L.A., she

Designer Kaye Morales narrates the story behind her latest collection, Melancholia, through an open letter. Read on!--Dear Reader,Beautiful sadness.I can only do what I know. I can only create from what I feel.And when sadness has taken hold of your heart and