Thursday, October 22, 2015

Joyce Penas Pilarsky Proclaimed Grand Winner of Los Angeles Fashion Week Design Competition 2015

Filipino Fashion Designer Joyce Penas Pilarsky declared the 2015 grand winner at the recently concluded Los Angeles Fashion Week Design Competition. The event was held at Kesspro Studios in Los Angeles, California hosted by Lola Alexander events.

Joyce showcased her amazing 16 looks inspired by the Filipino heritage and innovative designs. She bested 11 aspiring fashion designers from all over the world. She received a plaque $2,000 valued prize and a 4-page spread in Nickii Jean Magazine, magazine shoot and youtube video.

The Los Angeles Fashion Week (LAFW) Design Competition hosted by Lola Alexander events took place last October 17th in Los Angeles, California.  It is a platform for creative minds and emerging designers.  It was created to give exposure, visibility, support, and a voice to emerging talent from around the world. Some of fashion industry insiders have been asked to select the 12 finalists.

A few months prior to the Los Angeles Fashion Week Design Competition, Joyce visited the Philippine National Museum and she was immediately inspired from the beautiful stuff displayed at the museum.

"Being one of the finalists in an international design competition like this, i have the chance to showcase the beautiful heritage of my country. So I decided to visit the Philippine National Museum and get my inspirations from there. I'm really inspired and we should be thankful to our ancestors who contributed a lot in our textile industry.

Video Link during the announcement of winner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZcmXbLblgw&feature=youtu.be
 
Take a look on the runway photos during the Event:
Photos by: 
Ildiko Takata
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Filipino Fashion Designer John Guarnes for Fashion Week Brooklyn SS2016 "PAMANA" Inspired Collections

For Immediate Release

Showcasing his collections for the fourth times at Fashion Week Brooklyn, John is set to unveil his latest collections inspired by the Philippine Eagle "Pamana" on October 25th, 2015 at Red Hook Labs, Brooklyn, New York.


The Philippine Eagle is one of the wold's largest, most powerful birds of prey. It is now considered as endangered species. Recently one of its kind named PAMANA was shot dead two months after being released back into the wild. Through this awareness I was able to get my inspirations and bring to life PAMANA in my very own collections. To aware the world about what happened and let someone be responsible for doing this ferocious act. Today through Fashion Week Brooklyn 2016 I will unveil my collections to presents my inspirations and interpretation of our own Philippine Eagle – PAMANA (Inheritance)

About John Guarnes

JOHN GUARNES features several interesting ideas which can be applied by women who would like to experiment on her style.  The designs and style can be used by the most fashionista who would like to be a head-turner on a red carpet event and any ordinary office girl who would like to power dress to achieve her position on the ladder.  

Asymmetric touches are also used to add interest to outfits and to keep them looking modern and stylish. 

Combining different texture and structure tends to be the main technique used to add interest to the chic and classy outfits.  Color contrasts as well as creating interesting proportions seem to be the preferred methods in this case.  Nonetheless, the results are equally impressive regardless of which method is being preferred, as the outfits are classy, versatile and timeless in its elegance.

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About Fashion Week Brooklyn

Fashion Week Brooklyn (FW|BK) is a bi-annual international collection show founded by the 501c3 non-profit BK|Style Foundation (BK|SF). FW|BK has emerged as one of the leading fashion events showcasing the talent of aspiring and established designers from across the globe. Attendees include a diverse spectrum of socially conscious, influential, fashion-forward men and women.

On March 4, 2014, Brooklyn Borough President formally endorsed Fashion Week Brooklyn as The Official Fashion Week of the borough. Recognized as Brooklyn's premiere fashion event, Adams’ vast philanthropic efforts and passion for Brooklyn, ensures that the fashion and cultural arts communities will continue to flourish. BK|SF is excited to begin a new creative journey with the Brooklyn Tourism Authority under Adams' vision and leadership.

Established in 2006, BK|SF, has devoted each season of FW|BK to support charitable organizations including the (Soles4Souls Foundation, MTV Staying Alive Foundation, Art In Motion Show, Denim Day NYC and Colel Chabad). BK|SF lends a voice to social issues including human rights, HIV/AIDS awareness, eco-friendly initiatives, poverty, community development and leadership training.