A different kind of weave

Last week the Fashion Design Council of the Philippines announced the finalists in both accessories and RTW for their "Weaving the Future" design competition held at JUMP--the new hub at the 4F SM Megamall.  Philippine fashion goes beyond all that flash as it steers towards developing consciousness in the style landscape by integrating the building of livelihood for fashion and supporting these communities.  Through these efforts, promotion of both talent and indigenous materials are achieved so as to support their significance and relevance to the future of local fashion.  Hand in hand, the event was graced by both media and fashion insiders to further this noble endeavor.  The bigger picture here is really for the industry to collectively work as one team in the hopes of building a brighter future for artists, suppliers, communities in the world of Philippine fashion.  And yes, fashion does have a cause.

The venue.

The crowd.

Fashion designer's Ivarluski Aseron and Tippie Ocampo with Stylebible's Isha Andaya.

Fashion stylist/director Lotho.

Style Weekend EIC Liza Ilarde Cuenca and Look magazine's EIC Mel Cuevas.

Designer Vic Barba.

Designer's Avel Bacudio and Randy Ortiz.

FDCP President JC Buendia.

Crowd control.

SOFA's Amina Aranaz Alunan gives a short talk.

The twenty finalists in both RTW and Accessories categories with FDCP President JC Buendia and Amina Aranaz Alunan.

The Fashion Design Council of the Philippines(from left) Randy Oritz, Joey Escober, Gerry Katigbak, Tippie Ocampo, Amina Aranaz Alunan, JC Beundia, Tonichi Nocom, Dong Omaga Diaz, Vic Barba, Gerry Sunga, Avel Bacudio and Ramon Esteban.

Picture Play with designer Ivar Aseron, Look magazine's Mel Cuevas, designer Tonich Nocom, the author and  Style Weekend's Liza Ilarde Cuenca.

The author in a printed blazer by Joey Samson, v-neck top by Uniqlo, pants
 by Zara, glasses by Firma, shoes by Margiela and convertible tote by Celine.

Free Style

Fashion individuality is the current mantra of style for almost a decade now. With so many trends out there, the variety of looks available to all is overflowing.  Each season highlights, several to choose from without restrictions and one can simply enjoy dressing up just the way they are. Marlboro Classics Women’s and Men's Fall Winter 2011 Collection is all about style in its freedom of expression.  The brand presents a wardrobe full of practical key pieces in a an interesting display of modern fabrications.  Undoubtedly, the statement focuses on the sense of appreciation for the original function of clothes.  Nothing to frilly or fancy, simplicity is the new identity designed and recreated with contemporary materials, silhouettes and forms.  Setting the distinctive mood is a color palettes of subdued tones that reflect the brand's style authenticity. Marlboro Classic is fashioning freedom of expression in urbanwear with the spirit of the American Dream. 

In the Philippines, Marlboro Classics is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Shangri-La Plaza Mall, SM Megamall, Glorietta 4, and Robinson’s Place Malate.