Tag: local fashion designers

“Every time a creative in our country goes out on that global platform, you must represent your country the best way you possibly can," the Filipino fashion designer and nationalist Rajo Laurel says when questioned about the creative process behind his craft to

Mark Bumgarner is a local fashion designer known for his bridal and couture designs. He became the go-to designer of many of our local celebrities, especially his client and close friend Heart Evangelista. At the age of 27, he finally had his

It was the most beautiful day in the Philippines when Rabiya Mateo from Iloilo City won the Miss Universe Philippines 2020 title. Ram Silva, her go-to Ilonggo designer, would attest to that as they started working together on the road to the

We just celebrated our 25th anniversary and Preview though it would be a good opportunity to put the spotlight back on local fashion. So for this year’s virtual celebration, we asked celebrities and influencers to wear an outfit by their favorite local

If her Instagram feed is anything to go by, beauty queen turned actress Ariella Arida is a true ambassador of local fashion. Always choosing to wear pieces by local designers and brands for her many appearances, the Preview @ 25 House Party's

Paolo Ballesteros can now add "fashion designer" to his credentials. The Eat Bulaga! host designed the national costume of aspiring beauty queen  Honey Grace Cartasano, whom he has also been training for the Binibining Pilipinas 2020 pageant.TOP STORY: Heart Evangelista Shuts Down Netizens

It used to be that designer Rosanna Ocampo-Rodriguez made clothes for all the parties, celebrations, and girly get-togethers that filled the schedules of women about town. But seeing as we can’t actually go about town, she’s worked her magic on a wardrobe

If there’s anything all the “new normal” weddings have shown us, it’s that love truly wins. Given the constraints of the pandemic, couples have resorted to intimate ceremonies that are simple yet no less stylish. The show must go on for bridal

It’s Friday today and you might have observed OOTD posts popping up on your feed from some of your favorite fashion industry insiders and influencers bearing the same caption:“I pledge to wear Filipino made every Friday in an effort to support our

At your wedding where a million things could go wrong, you can rest assured that at least your gown won't be one of them. That is, if you decide to wear an Ito Curata creation on your big day. Ito is not your

The local fashion scene is brimming with fresh talents just waiting to be discovered. One of the founts of new emerging designers, the Fashion Institute of the Philippines (FIP), put together a fashion week to give the spotlight on these gifted designers.

Ah, weddings! It's a big celebration of two people promising to spend their lives together. If you're a bride-to-be looking for the perfect dress for your special day, or even a guest who's still on the hunt for what to wear, then

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

Mich Dulce might be better known for her pretty hats and waist-whittling corsets, but for a designer whose garment construction has always been top notch, it’s no surprise she can fashion an impeccable terno. And when we spotted the Belo trio of

The ICanServe Foundation, along with six of the country's most talented designers—JC Buendia, Ito Curata, Cary Santiago, Vania Romoff, Mia Arcenas, and Rosenthal Tee—came together to present Fashion Can Serve 2017, a fundraising show to send this year’s message of hope and

Every young woman deserves to attend prom looking like the most beautiful girl in the room. It’s an exciting milestone and possibly the closest we have to experiencing a Cinderella moment. And while buying an off-the-rack outfit is always a practical option,

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 first time I met Gelo Salonga, a Clothing Technology graduate from University of the Philippines, was Preview HQ. He dropped by to show us some samples from his label, Garrison, comprised of classic and comfortable separates in tartan, camo, and dark floral prints. The

So, the biggest irony to hit this year’s Miss Universe pageant just happened. The same Colombian designer, Alfredo Barraza, who made that dreadful floral terno for Miss Philippines, also made the sparkling (and winning) frock of this year’s queen, Colombia’s  Paulina Vega. Now,