To mark her 15th year in the business, fashion designer Happy Andrada recently launched her bridal robe and gown collection dubbed “Written in the Stars.” Taking inspiration from the heavens, particularly the star, which is a universal symbol of hope amidst bleak, uncertain times, the designer fashioned a 25-piece collection made from such fabrics as French lace, silk charmeuse and satin. Pieces, which are ideal for intimate weddings, include sheer and draped robes and minimalist looks to accommodate varying wearers’ shapes and body types. The collection is available at Shophappyandrada.com
Happy, who has always been drawn to creative pursuits since she was young, studied fashion at Central Saint Martins in London. Throughout the course of her career, she has won several awards, including the Ani ng Dangal Visual Art award in 2018 from the National Commission of Culture and Arts, International Artist of the Year award in 2017 from South Korea’s International Fashion Art Biennale and Inspiring Young Entrepreneur from Go Negosyo. She was also recognized for her work as a bridal and “emerging” fashion designer in fashion competitions she joined in Hong Kong, Miami and Manila.
A world-class designer, Happy Andrada has showcased her designs in London Fashion Week; Paris Fashion Week; Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in Amsterdam; and Arts and Fashion Week Toronto Canada, among others.
Apart from her painstaking attention to detail, she has gained a reputation in the fashion scene for her masterful use of fabrics and groundbreaking style. Because of her ability to balance fantasy and wearability, Happy continues to gain a steady following among fashion-forward customers and those who simply want to look their best on their big day.
