Six emerging fashion innovators to watch

From style innovators who encapsulate the vulnerabilities of the human psyche into thought-provoking pieces, to budding artists who translate revolutionary experiences into scene-stealing ensembles, here are some emerging young talents whose innovative concepts promise a bright future for the local fashion scene.

First revealed at Sinulid, the highly successful annual culminating showcase of the Fashion Design and Merchandising Program of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, the debut collections of these trailblazing prodigies introduce a distinct approach to the industry.

Dhenyze Faith Guevara exhibits strong design acumen with Scoop Me Out, a collection of avant-garde garbs which push judgment past the exterior. Backed by solid research that pushes the paradigm, it delves into anatomy and the wonders of being a human in its truest form.

Reinjamin Riodique exemplifies the ability to explore new and directional ideas with The Outcast. An embodiment of the characteristics of individuals considered society’s misfits, the collection plays around the balance of dualities and decodes unconventional expressions into unique experiences.

Maria Ysabelle Esperanza Maralit offers a fresh perspective from concept building and development to the final presentation. Entitled Transference, her work chronicles and projects personal narratives of emotional wounds like formative scars on display.

Kristine Ann Ordoñez provides a contemporary approach to address important issues of sustainability in Fallibility of Memory. A study on false memories, it investigates distortion and fabrication of overlapped vivid imaginings and faded realities as she makes the intangible tangible.

Khatyana Lauren Tongco puts forth groundbreaking notions on established processes as she demonstrates exemplary fabric manipulation techniques and visual exploration of the creative textile process. Comfort Nostalgia, a story-driven design which pays homage to beloved grandmothers, seamlessly marries wistfulness with today’s fashion trends.

Micah Alyanna Gomez posits a strong brand narrative in Road Rules. It recognizes its value in the market as it empowers women cyclists with transformable and eye-catching works that grant them functionality and personality.