What’s new now, next in 2024?
Fresh ideas are coming forth and ready to start the year with a bang.
The local scene is exploding with interesting things, perspectives and alternative points of view.
We’ve asked industry insiders, from designers to brands, about exciting things that are coming and unfolding.
Whether a creation of function or recreation, fashion presents a collective of style narratives of things ready to wear.
Here goes!
RHETT EALA Roka Set. Named after a favorite restaurant in Hong Kong, this skirt-and-sleeveless-top ensemble is made from lace. It comes in a variety of colors. “I made the set because I was looking to do a red look with a modern approach,” Eala says. For inquiries: Rhett Eala store is located at the 2F Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Center, Makati City, 3F SM Aura, Taguig, and 2F Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati City. Soon available at the Podium.
JC BUENDIA
Embroidered Tulle and Organdie Terno Top in Natural Tone. “I made it because I think there’s always a need for a go-to terno that’s reasonably priced. To be worn over your LBD (little black dress), high-waist pants, a sarong, or even dark jeans,” says Buenda, the president of the Fashion Design Council of the Philippines. Pre-order at jcbuendia_ Instagram.
VITTORIO BARBA
Abel Ilokano Dress. “I was experimenting with the graphic stripes of this Abel Ilokano fabric and thought of ways to minimize or eliminate wastage. This is not available yet, but it will be next year in the more discerning pop-ups truly supportive of Filipino talent and craftsmanship,” says Barba. Check out his IG:
@itsabarba.
LEN CABILI
Vintage Inabel Reversible Quilted Jacket. This jacket is made with hand-quilting by Pampanga artisans and hand embroidery by T’boli artisans. “A supplier from Ilocos approached us with Vintage Inabel — we decided to do our popular jacket style and make it reversible to get more use out of it. One side has the vintage Inabel, the other side is linen,” says Cabili. The jacket is available at FILIP+INNA.
TC ALVAREZ SIBAL
Denim /Plaid Vertical Patchwork Skirt and Corset Top with Contrast Stitching. “The combination of denim and plaid is interesting. I also love the mix of the feminine corset top with the masculine-ish skirt,” says Sibal. Two Chic Manila is available at twochic.com.ph.
ROSANNA OCAMPO
Three-Way Blazer. “This piece is one of the strongest in my latest collection. Sexy, androgynous and a timeless classic lined with a contrast sophisticated silk taupe paisley. I wanted a statement oversized Androgynous blazer for our collection with a nod to our laser cut pompom from 2015 which has now evolved into a supersize me detachable flower.” Available in Powerplant, Greenbelt and www.rosannaocampo.com
IVAR ASERON
Venetian Blinds Jacket. “This piece is made of laser-cut gazar fabric in dove gray. It’s a permutation of the book leaf detail I have been doing for more than a decade now. It’s about finding a bridge between what has been and what can be. I made it mainly to challenge myself,” Aseron says.