LIFE

Every thread counts

Luis Espiritu

Inspiration is the beginning of imagination that leads to the process of creation. And through this, one’s artistry rises to the occasion. With a lot of dedication, perseverance and passion, a masterpiece is born.

Every aspiring designer or creative has a story to tell -- each with a conviction or statement narrative that offers, in most cases, a glimpse of their identities. It is in the tapestry and weaves that one can see the beauty of storytelling.Every stitch is made of blood, sweat and tears as piece by piece the process of completion is achieved. With pride, each designer revels in their masterpiece -- revealing themselves and welcoming you to a world of their own.

Abby Acantilado (IRIDESCENT TEARS)
Alessandra Caamic (BALUD)
Alexandra Zarate (FOMOLUTION)
Andrea Feliciano (RUNAWAY PRINCESS)
Ann Hernandez (DEFY THE STARS)
Brianna Balaoro (LINEAE)
Clarisse Sanchez (DECIDIDO)
Deil Valle (LAKBAY)
Dom Aquio (BERDE NGA DUGO)
Elijah Mananghaya (IMAHINASYON SA BANYERA)
Erin Nicolas (REYNA)

“Sinulid” (Thread) 2025,” the annual presentation of the College of Saint Benilde Fashion Design and Merchandising students, recently showcased 34 stories at a recently concluded graduation fashion show. Each student was tasked to make six pieces where two were chosen to be part of the runway and the best for the exhibition.

Gemma Santos (TABI-TABI PO)
Genevieve Gutierrez (THE MATRIARCHAL PARTY)
Hannah Barrera (LOVE, H)
Ingrid del Rosario (KUHA KULTURA)
Ira Co (GEMINI)
Ivee De Los Santos (CRAZY IN LOVE)
Janelle Chan (THE FALL OF ICARUS)
Jolo Estavillo (TAKLOB)
Kim Chua (THREADS OF FATE)
Krissie Teruel (JOIE DE VIVRE)
Kyle Gomelet (SANDS AND DUSK)

This modern-day platform for future designers with a notable institution of learning offers a fashion playground of potentials and infinite possibilities. The reputable academe proudly presents one masterpiece from each student to come up with a total of 34 for the exhibition.

Helmed by Dindin Araneta, Gabby Lichauco and Michael Salientes and written by Ria de Borja, the must-go artistic design showcase is a tapestry of unique and distinct stories where every thread counts.

Lance Rubio (PARA KAY NANAY…)
Maxine Dela Cruz (PARALYSIS BY PERFECTIONISM)
Micah Lao (PAS DE DEUX)
Paulette Navera (DHARMA)
Pearle Abella (RESONANCE)
Rain Olais (SCARLET THOROUGHFARE)
Roselle Sy (SERENDIPITY)
Samantha Cabrera (PIECES OF A GIRL)
Serena San Jose (KASAKDALAN NG DAHAS AT LAMAN)
Tisha Chavez (HANDURAW)
Yazmine Calata (DIVINE FEMININE)
Ysavel Soriano (Interlude).