What pops up in your mind when fashion in the Philippines is brought up? Color-blocking? Loose, light layers? Draped asymmetrical skirts? The Filipino fashion scene has been long overlooked, but recently it has generated a lot of buzz.
Brands such as Aranáz and Renegade Folk are growing in popularity. There is a new trend of respected designers like Jose “Pitoy” Moreno, Mich Dulce, and Rajo Laurel beginning to gain more and more fans abroad by the minute as well. So it’s easy to see why the booming Philippines fashion world is starting to be acknowledged and appreciated to the degree it deserves. In fact, several industry insiders have already stated that Manila and Cebu have the potential to become fashion capitals. The notable bi-annual Philippine Fashion Week, the impressive display of the creativity and raw talent of Filipino designers at the Manila Fashion Festival, and the magnificent fashion design industry in Cebu showcase cultural influences and a mixture of Eastern and Western characteristics. These traits have all allowed the Philippines to rise to global awareness, but this success can also be attributed to a special group of fashionistas. Who are they? Well, who does the best job of capturing and documenting the best fashion trends and looks every single day? That’s right; fashion bloggers! So without further ado, here are five of the most established and unique fashion bloggers currently representing the Philippines and its phenomenal style in 2015.
Laureen Uy
Blog: Break My Style
An avid traveler known for her adventurous soul, Laureen Uy’s daring coordinates accurately reflect these aspects of her that we all find easy to admire. We often see how she combines pieces from local labels with items she picks up during her trips. Through her blog, Break My Style, Laureen expresses her preference for trying new trends no matter how risky they may be. She also finds nothing wrong with reinventing your personal style from time to time as long as one feels comfortable doing so.
Bryan Grey Yambao
Blog: BryanBoy
BryanBoy’s online presence has skyrocketed tremendously during these past few years. From posting pictures of his eclectic ensembles in his home in Manila to sitting front row at the biggest fashion shows during New York Fashion Week, Bryan is one of the pioneering fashion blogger superstars. Although his polished and distinctly high fashion outfits have propelled him to style icon status, you can still catch a glimpse of his impeccable fashion taste through his latest blog updates.
Camille Co
Blog: It’s Camille Co
A fashion designer, a model, a stylist, and a fashion blogger? Being an active creative contributor to her local fashion community, Camille Co definitely has a lot on her plate, but at least she does it while dressed to the nines. Camille’s looks are very put-together and strategically paired, so while viewing them, paying attention to decorative features is a must. Her ability to be extremely detail oriented and versatile is awe-inspiring and can serve as inspiration when mixing and matching clothing articles from your own wardrobe.
Patricia Prieto
Blog: It’s Paradigma
Patricia Prieto knows comfort and she knows it very well. She is the epitome of casual-chic with her laid back personality and a matching style to go with it. Oversized t-shirts, loose-fitting dresses, and denim are staple pieces in her closet, and with this in mind, she seems to be a true supporter of simplicity. This works in the Manila resident’s favor as her minimalist co-ords are fit for her lifestyle of work as a busy fashion stylist, and they are necessary for her many exciting explorations.
Tricia Gosingtian
Blog: Tricia Will Go Places
This talented photographer has a self-proclaimed penchant for Asian aesthetics and culture. She is preppy, girly, and sophisticated all at once, and she tends to lean toward ensembles that are comfy yet refined. When scrolling through her blog, you will discover that she stands by the statement that accessories make or break an outfit. Additionally, traveling is a regular activity for Tricia, and her style adapts to the different locations she tours.
The Philippines fashion scene is finally making its mark in the fashion world, and trust me, it won’t be slowing down any time soon. And in order to help cities like Cebu and Manila rise to the top, these remarkable fashion bloggers are here to show the rest of the world that the Philippines fashion industry has a lot more to it than what meets the eye.
I hope you enjoyed reading about all these amazing fashion bloggers from the Philippines, and I’ll talk to you soon!