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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,…

Baro at Sayá celebrates Filipino music and children’s street games through fashion

Filipino fashion comes to the fore with Awit at Laro’s follow-up to its successful campaign proudly promoting Filipino culture through OPM music and traditional street games. “Baro at Sayá” by Awit at Laro is a fashion show that highlights local designers, as they introduce Filipino wear while inspiring national pride…

Rajo’s 7,641 inspirations

Yes, that’s the latest number of islands that now reportedly make up the Philippine archipelago from which Rajo Laurel, Red Charity Gala’s latest featured designer, drew inspiration from. And he backed this up by tapping the country’s weavers and making them develop new and breathtakingly beautiful fabrics. Admirable as it…

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.…

Good deeds never go unnoticed!

Those blessed with great fortune are also those most capable of giving back. PeopleAsia puts the spotlight on individuals and groups that have taken the opportunity to do good for fellow Filipinos through their art, passions and influence. Save a Seat Kenneth Cobonpue designed six limited-edition chairs used during APEC's…