Cover First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos and the members of the diplomatic corps together with female ambassadors in their designer creations
First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos and the members of the diplomatic corps together with female ambassadors in their designer creations
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Fashion has embedded itself in our culture, and what better way to celebrate such a feat than a collaboration with the diplomatic corps
At the recent Vin d’Honneur at Malacañan Palace last Independence Day, the talent and skills of several top Filipino designers were acknowledged for their contribution to Philippine fashion and culture.
The festivities began with introducing the diplomatic corps and some international organisations. President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr opened the programme with a speech on the country’s 125th independence, emphasising that “the Philippines is a friend to all and enemy to none.”
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The Papal Nuncio Charles John Brown Ill, dean of the diplomatic corps, also gave a speech and shared a toast during the event.
Above Michele Jeannine Andrée Boccoz of the French Republic in an ensemble by Puey Quinones
Above Folakemi Ibidunni Akinleye of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in a creation by Joey Samson
Michele Jeannine Andrée Boccoz of the French Republic in an ensemble by Puey Quinones
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For this year’s event, selected fashion designers were asked to create elegant gowns for the current female ambassadors in the country. The initiative aims to showcase the designers’ unique talents and highlight our rich cultural heritage.
All the gowns presented incorporated iconic shapes in Philippine fashion, as well as locally sourced materials made from piña, silk, and more.
Above President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr welcoming everyone in his speech
President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr welcoming everyone in his speech
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The participating designers include Ivarluski Aseron, Avel Bacudio, JC Buendia, Mark Bumgarner, Paul Cabral, Jun Escario, Lulu Tan-Gan, Rajo Laurel, Michael Leyva, Dennis Lustico, Randy Ortiz, Puey Quiñones, Philip Rodriguez, Milka Quin and Joey Samson.
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Above A fireworks display to celebrate the momentous occasion
A fireworks display to celebrate the momentous occasion
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Guests comprised diplomats, government officials, and prominent figures from the business community and lifestyle press.
The more than three-hour event was capped by fireworks.
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Credits
Photography: Malacañang Press Corps
Angela Nicole Regis Guiral is the assistant digital editor of Tatler Philippines. She studied journalism and has since written features that look closely at how culture, lifestyle and social impact converge, while occasionally wandering into the worlds of style and travel.
