Michael Cinco Archives

It ain’t a Michael Cinco show without the bling

Having said that, we also noticed that the famed Dubai-based Filipino designer, in his most recent show dubbed as “The Impalpable Dream of España,” at Marriott Hotel Manila’s grand ballroom, presented more tempered versions of his signature style—from the skirts’ silhouettes and volume down to, yes, his penchant for bling—as…

Michael Cinco draws inspiration from Spain’s vibrant culture in latest show

Dubbed as “The Philippine Legacy Gala 2023 – Michael Cinco: The Impalpable Dream of España,” Cinco’s show promises to be a fashion extravaganza like no other. Michael Cinco As one of last year’s Gusi Peace Prize awardees, world-renowned Filipino designer Michael Cinco feels strongly about giving back to the foundation…

Hyun Bin-Son Ye-Jin wedding: How would you dress up the bride?

Son Ye-Jin, who’s marrying reel-life partner Hyun Bin sometime in March, could easily choose any designer she wants to do her wedding dress. If given the chance, how would some of our world-class local talents rise up to the challenge? By Alex Y. Vergara If you ask their countless die-hard…

To dream the Impalpable Dreams

Following the success of his first foray into perfumes in 2012, Michael Cinco again collaborates with Bench to create two new scents. By Alex Y. Vergara Dubai-based Filipino fashion designer Michael Cinco collaborates anew with Bench, as he launches a new line of Impalpable scents. Michael and Ben Chan, head…

Pinoy-Austrian crooner to wear Michael Cinco to Eurovision finals

Is Europe ready for its first Asian Eurovision champion? Austrian-born and Vienna-based Vincent Bueno, the son of Filipino immigrants, believes so. By Alex Y. Vergara Pandemic or no pandemic, it seems there’s no stopping Filipino creativity from further enriching the rest of the world. Vincent Bueno, a full-blooded Filipino who…

PeopleAsia soars on the wings of music and memories on its 20th year

The evening’s highlight was easily Gary V’s two-song number. By the time the two-time “People of the Year” awardee segued into his second number, members of the well-heeled crowd were already up on their feet either dancing or capturing “Mr. Pure Energy’s” every move on stage with their smartphones. With…

Michael Cinco: To dream the impalpable dream

The boy from Samar, who was initially drawn to fashion design after seeing Audrey Hepburn in a beautiful white dress in My Fair Lady, has come a long way to become owner and CEO of his own brand in Dubai. He has reached the top, but not after experiencing his…

Seeing Red

If there was one takeaway the 10 participating Red Charity Gala designers probably reached or were again reminded of after the show, it’s never to compare yourself with others. Otherwise, you’d likely end up losing your way as a designer by producing pieces that are far removed from who you…

Red Charity Gala features not one, but 10 celebrated designers on its 11th year

Virtual fireworks are set to explode and light up the runway, as 10 seasoned Filipino designers with totally different aesthetics participate in the ultimate fashion face-off on October 12 at Shangri-La at the Fort. Among this year's featured talents are Dennis Lustico, Jojie Lloren, Joey Samson, Rajo Laurel, Michael Cinco,…

Designed for success: Filipinos in Fashion

And so, the Filipino does it again. And this time, itâ€™s on the runways of Paris. Dubai-based Filipino designer Michael Cinco is the first ever Filipino in the 40-plus-year history of Paris Fashion Week to be cordially invited to showcase his collection at the most vogue event of the year.…