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Project Catwalk’s Winner is Jasper Garvida, a Filipino!


It’s been a long while since I last posted. Hence, here it is!

Now, we’ve got someone to be proud of, aside from Manny Pacquiao who won his 4th world boxing title while ago. ;)

Just passed by Jenni Epperson‘s blog last, last time and found out the UK’s Project Catwalk Season 3 winner is Jasper Garvida, and he’s a Filipino.

His creations are downright gorgeous and avant-garde. I remember Project Runway’s Christian Siriano in him.

Each piece is playful and colorful without losing its sophistication. Makes me think of a whimsical fairy tale garb, say Alice in Wonderland(?), with so much attitude. Now, I’m inspired to create some sketches that’ll be at par with these: Read the rest of this entry »

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Make a Statement with David & Goliath.

Aside from deconstructed shirts, scintillating sequin or bead studded tops/dresses or multicolored (or multi-printed) frocks, statement tees are a unique way of calling people’s attention. I don’t have an extensive collection of statement tees but I can recall at least one or two. Remember the infamous “I’m with stupid (with an arrow pointing somewhere)” tee? Oh yeah, I used to wear that during college.

David & Goliath has just arrived in the Philippines and is making raves in the glossy sheets of some of the Philippines’ finest magazines and newspapers, which piques my curiosity. “What/Who the heck is David & Goliath?”

courtesy of David & Goliath Tees

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Something Christian Siriano Inspired.

image from christianvsiriano.com

*Lurve, lurve, lurve the ruffled jacket-belt ensemble!*

Christian Siriano, the youngest of Fashion Runway’s Season 4 contestants, has been my favorite among others. It wasn’t such a surprise when I found out that he’s this season’s big winner. I love his bold, ruffled avant-garde pieces. So one time, I decided to sketch something that’s Siriano inspired (from his Fall 2008 collection). Read the rest of this entry »

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