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The fashion show will showcase collections of the Philippines' most prominent and promising fashion designers. Each designer will be assigned to a particular life credo quote that they will interpret for their designs. Designer Line - Up Delby Bragais
Parrish Espiritu Carlos
Tina Daniac
Rhett Eala
Jun Escario
Veejay Floresca
JM Goulbourn
OJ Hofer
Michelle Lim
Richie Ortega - Torres
Randy Ortiz
Philip Rodriguez Delby Bragais Delby Bragais is no stranger to illusion dressing, the art of flattering one's natural body type, having received years of training as an image consultant and an in depth study of designing. These serve as her strong foundation for creating unique bridal gowns and dresses for special occasions that reflect her philosophy, “Celebrate your individuality.” She is able to express more of who the wearer is, while creating figure-enhancing designs. Ms. Bragais is the Vice President of Fashion Designers Association of the Philippines or FDAP and a founding member of the Fashion by Wedding Designers of the Philippines or FWDP. She is a product of the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and a member of the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI) - a world- wide organization of Image Professionals. Aside from designing, she also provides image enhancement services for individuals and corporations through the North Road Fashion Group Division and Image One Consultancy. Tina Daniac Tina Daniac is one of the fast rising society couturier in Manila having also represented the country in Paris for Concours International des Jeune Creature du Mode. One of her creations worn by international jetsetting socialite Wendy Puyat-Hotung was featured in Vogue's Style.com. Rhett Eala Italian-educated Filipino designer Rhett Eala wears many feathers in his cap. His couture line, known for elegant cocktail and evening wear, is worn by the A-list of fashionable women including Dawn Zulueta, Celine Lopez, Wendy Puyat, Miriam Quiambao, KC Concepcion and Mia Borromeo. He is dubbed as the “Ready-to-wear Prince” for championing casual, wearable clothes that hold up well under the same standard of quality for young and stylish urbanites. He has worked as a designer in Hong Kong, has collaborated with Rustan’s Department Store to come up with a line that was a consistent top-seller, and has worked with brands such as Adidas and Technomarine. He is one of the pioneers of Fashionalism - a pop culture trend blending patriotism with fashion. As Creative Director of Collezione C2, he created the My Pilipinas Collection, crafting clothes for the “fashion-forward Filipino who’s a Nationalist at heart”, thus advocating the use of fashion as a medium through which we can express our pride as Filipinos. With all these, Eala has definitely achieved a very long reach, establishing himself as one of the Philippines’ most versatile artists. Jun Escario “Women of all ages and sizes can look good in an Escario gown.” His designs are characterized by luxurious fabrics, sensuous forms and sophisticated lines. Understanding the female form, his creations are made to enhance the wearer's contours. Balance is also key in his clothes which are “sexy, but never gauche; sophisticated without being eccentric; embellished but never too flashy.” He has gained national recognition for his vision, creative identity, and contribution to Philippine fashion. A native of Cebu, he had worked as the full-time designer for En Sepia, the premiere Cebu Fashion house in the Eighties. Escario later decided to open his own shop, Bacchus, which the local young fashionista crowd of Cebu flocked, establishing Escario as Cebu's most sought-after designer. At present, his atelier in Makati specializes in custom-made formal clothes and bridal wear for discerning clients. In 2001, he had entered The Concours International des Jeunes Createurs de Mode, emerging as one of the five finalists representing the Philippines in Paris, also winning a special citation for Best Philippine Designer. Today, Escario is a popular figure among Manila's fashionistas, and is on his way to establishing a niche in Philippine fashion with his signature brand of sensuality and sophistication. Veejay Floresca Vic Josmar Rustria Floresca, or Veejay, is a native of Pasay City. Truly a fashion designer at heart, he graduated cum laude with a degree in Fashion Design and Merchandising from the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde in 2006. Recognized as being one of the foremost designers of his generation, Veejay has received numerous citations for his works and is involved in several projects. Notably, in 2005, he was chosen as the Philippine Representative to Paris for the Councours Internationale des Jeunes Createur de Mode. He has also been involved in the Philippine Fashion Design Competition and the MEGA Young Designer’s Competition. The year 2007 proved to be a momentous period for him, for in that year alone he was also recognized as one of the 25 Best Fashion Designers of the Philippines by MEGA Magazine, was nominated as Most Promising Young Designer of the Year, and was listed in Preview Magazine’s Top 12 Young Designers to Watch out for. As a designer who aims to “create clothes that bring out the best in the individual,” and that would make “someone look good and feel good,” it is no wonder that his creations are much sought after and are greatly admired (taken from http://veejayfloresca/bio.html). JM Goulbourn Mrs. Jean Margaret Goulbourn is part of the successful mother-daughter team behind Silk Cocoon, a luxury boutique that specializes in silk woven with native fibers. As a renowned designer, Mrs. Goulbourn has numerous accomplishments to her name. For the 12th ASEAN summit held in the Philippines, Mrs. Goulbourn had the honor of dressing all the delegates in Barong Tagalog. Her 30-year-old label in SM Department Stores has created a niche market for sophisticated fashion made from local pina. Also a health advocate, Mrs. Goulbourn is one of the founders of Global Vital Source Co. which espouses organic, holistic, and non-invasive approach to restoring health and maintaining vitality. OJ Hofer His design philosophy rests upon a sense of unity between structure and form, a design that is in line with both figure and personality of the wearer. Such a philosophy has proven to be a recipe for success, for his 20-year career is definitely a testament to this. With a scholarship from the Philippine Trade Training Center, OJ learned from nothing less than the world’s leading design centers. And it was from his mentors that “haute couture took on a different face, a serious and deliberate one.” While other designers tend towards a more “instinctive” approach to their work, OJ “finds a structure that will suit the proportions of the wearer, constructs his own patterns, and cuts initially on muslin. His first fitting is in muslin, perfecting the form in draft, using classic haute couture techniques. He carefully studies the grain of the final fabric so that it falls the way he wants and expects. Nothing is left to chance or guessing. The route from design to execution is planned and like his design, his process is structured.” The result of his finely honed discipline is couture fashion that he describes as an “impression of economy of lines.” Beauty reflected in its simplicity and purity, his is definitely a style that is “decidedly subdued and elegant” (taken from http://www.ojhofer.com/profile.php). Michelle Lim As a promising designer, Michelle V. Lim started off by supplying clothes to major stores like Rustan’s, Sari-Sari, Cinderella and SM. Ten years on, her classic and elegant gowns continue to grace the market with her clothing line, Okasyon. Showcasing her elegance and details in design, Ms. Lim’s Okasyon, which denotes "any given opportunity to dress up," was envisioned to fill in the gap in the market of the need for semi-formal to formal wear bought off-the-rack. Dressing up for occasions is now hassle-free with designs fit for any body type and just right for the budget. For Michelle, designing is not just about art. As she said before, “Even if you are a talented designer, you won't succeed if you don't have good business sense…. Business savvy and creativity should work in perfect harmony.” Ms. Lim is currently the president and a co-founder of the Fashion by the Wedding Designers of the Philippines (FWDP). Richie Ortega-Torres After finishing graphic design at the University of the Philippines Fine Arts, Richie headed to New York’s famed Parsons School of Fashion. She has worked as an agent for some of New York’s upscale brands and has represented Earl Jeans, Jean Paul Gaultier and Vivienne Westwood. Upon coming back to Manila, she has since established herself in the Filipino fashion scene, running Souk Gallery, an eclectic shop with both local and imported labels and objets d’art from all over the world. Ortega's creations are showcased through “When I Was Five”, a label carried by many of the world’s leading retailers including Bergdorf Goodman, Harrods and stores in Paris, Sydney and Hong Kong. Since showcasing her collection of intricately beaded blouses, skirts and dresses, she has been tapped to design one-of-a-kind feminine wares and wedding gowns for Manila and Hong Kong's well-to-do. Her trademark of embellishing pieces through her fresh take on traditional Filipino beadwork, embroidery and hand painting has ascertained her reputation as the go-to designer when you simply want something lovely and feminine. As Daphne Osena Paez put it, “No one does pretty and beading as well as Richie.” Randy Ortiz He is considered one of the most exciting fashion innovators in the country. He revolutionized men's wear in the early 1990’s with his mixture of prints and colors that gave the traditional male a new way to dress. When he ventured into ladies wear, he became an instant hit with Manila's fashion set and still is the favorite of movie and TV celebrities. His wedding ensembles continue to dazzle any bride's imagination. Twenty years later, Randy Ortiz continues to lead the way in the fashion scene. He staged his 20th Anniversary gala entitled Aspirer on September 4, 2008. He was the President of the Fashion and Design Council of the Philippines (FDCP) from 2002 to 2005. Randy played a major role in realizing the organization’s mission vision—to introduce Filipino design to the global market and to boost the local fashion industry by supporting the pool of young designers in the country. Philip Rodriguez Considered to be Cebu's supreme fashion designer and most revered for his wedding creations, Philip Rodriguez is reminiscent of his personal style icons Audrey Hepburn and Jackie O: classic. Philip was originally inclined towards architecture or interior design but decided to follow a more practical route, entering Business Administration at the University of the Philippines Cebu. He then proceeded to manage his family’s textile business, Piere Angeli, and it was in doing so that his flair for fashion design flourished. Acknowledging the influence of Valentio, Chanel and Oscar de la Renta, Philip’s approach is to take elements of the past and rework them to current trends, of which he keeps himself abreast by studying fashion in the magazines and movies and visiting cosmopolitan cities. In the process, he ensures that his designs meet his ultimate goal—create clothes that embody the wearer’s personality and enhance the physique of the body. Today, aside from textile shops, Philip also manages his own ready-to-wear store Filippo. He is also an integral part of Cebu’s social circuit and is a commissioner for the Cebu City Tourism Commission, responsible for organising the annual Miss Cebu pageant. Likewise, Philip is involved in the Fashion Council of Cebu, which advocates the advancement of the fashion industry in the city by improving the technical skills of its workers. One might wonder how Philip can handle this busy schedule. But then again, he is timeless.
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