Philippine Fashion Week
Philippine Fashion Week (PhFW) is the Philippines’ longest-running and most significant fashion event, established in 1997 by Joey A. Espino Jr. and Audie Espino[1][2]. It is a biannual fashion showcase held in Metro Manila, with events typically scheduled in May for holiday collections and October for spring and summer collections[2].
Event Characteristics
- Known as the “Olympics” of Philippine fashion
- Held at venues like SMX Convention Center and SM Mall of Asia
- By invitation only, with designers undergoing a stringent selection process
- Generates approximately five million viewers worldwide[2]
Recent Developments
In 2024, Philippine Fashion Week underwent a significant transformation. The event is now managed by Amorada Inc. and has expanded its scope beyond traditional runway shows. It now aims to be a multi-dimensional platform covering seven lifestyle domains:
- Fashion
- Dining
- Beverages
- Home
- Travel
- Arts & Entertainment
- Wellness[4][5]
Notable Achievements
Philippine Fashion Week has featured numerous renowned Filipino designers, including:
- Ito Curata
- Ezra Santos
- Albert Andrada
- Jerome Salaya Ang
- And many others[2]
The event has also attracted international attention, with designers from PhFW having their pieces worn by global celebrities like Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Lady Gaga[2].
Future Vision
The 2025 season focuses on global collaboration and positioning Filipino fashion on the international stage, creating opportunities for local designers to showcase their creativity and innovation[4].
Citations: [1] https://www.philippinefashionweek.com [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_Fashion_Week [3] https://europaregina.eu/fashion-weeks/fashion-weeks-asia/philippine-fashion-week/ [4] https://artplus.ph/features/philippine-fashion-week-is-back-heres-what-you-need-to-know [5] https://www.tatlerasia.com/style/fashion/philippine-fashion-week-launch [6] https://www.instagram.com/phfashionweek/ [7] https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineFashionWeek/ [8] https://plus.inquirer.net/lifestyle/rebooting-philippine-fashion-week/
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