To kick off his milestone year this 2025, contemporary Philippine wear designer Jor-El Espina unveils a collection of costumes created for Ballet Philippines' full length Filipiniana ballet, Ang Panaginip.

Contemporary Philippine wear designer Jor-el Espina approaches his craft with equal parts discipline and artistry. In his two decades in the industry, he has managed to find that sweet spot where creativity and technique, form and function come together.

As part of the celebrations to mark his 20th anniversary in 2025, Jor-el has immersed in a creative collaboration with Ballet Philippines, presenting a comprehensive collection of costumes for the full-length Filipiniana dance piece, Ang Panaginip.

"Ballet resonates deeply with me as a designer," he begins. "It's storytelling through movement, emotion, and music. The grace and precision of the ballet has inspired a pursuit of elegance and functionality in my creations."