Filipino Designers Showcase Design, Creativity, Tourism at NYFW Bridal Fashion 2019 in New York

From right: Consul General Claro S. Cristobal, Albert Andrada, Gina Reyes, Christine May Daguno, Barge Ramos, and Consul Arman R. Talbo during the call of the featured designers and Neocolors officials on Consul General Cristobal at the Philippine Center on 10 April 2019. (New York PCG photo)

NEW YORK 26 April 2019 — Renowned Filipino designers Albert Andrada and Barge Ramos called on Consul General to New York Claro S. Cristobal on 10 April 2019 ahead of their fashion show and exhibit in New York.  

The show, “Fabulous Philippines: a Perfect Wedding Destination”, is an official entry to the New York Fashion Week's (NYFW) Bridal 2019 and will be held on 13 April 2019 at the Landmark on the Park. 

Before the fashion show, an exhibition of gowns designed by Messrs. Andrada and Ramos, including the iconic royal blue gown worn by Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach,  will also be held at the Philippine Center Lobby from 11-12 April 2019.  The three-day event will be a fusion of Filipino-made masterworks of handwoven fabrics and intricate lifestyle items.

According to Christine May Daguno and Gina Reyes of Neocolors International, which organized the events, “Fabulous Philippines” is not only a fashion show but a tourism and lifestyle event focusing on the development, marketing, and promotion of the Philippines as a perfect wedding destination, as well as a celebration of the creativity and style of Filipino designers.

Mr. Andrada's bridal collection is a mix of luxurious fabrics like silk, lace and jusi, and his embroidery is inspired by the intricate "solihiya" technique.  Meanwhile, Mr. Ramos' Perfume and Incense is a 25-piece collection of handwoven fabrics, embroidery, and handpainting.

Consul General Cristobal congratulated Messers Andrada and Ramos, and Neocolors for bringing the Philippines and the creativity and design of Filipinos to the NYFW. END

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