Style that beckons

Fashion is constantly evolving. As trends change season after season, designer creations progressively change with new directions. Defined by their aesthetics, these artists rethink and recreate design as they distinctly present a refreshing point of view.

2014 unfolds with brilliant signature statements from both Joey Samson and Pablo Cabahug. Summer 2014’s hottest destination, Baler, becomes the picture-perfect backdrop for their latest masterpieces.

A modernist and one of the Philippines’ astute designers, Joey Samson unveils a collection  with both a serious and a playful mood in seamless construction.  Renowned for his palette of neutrals, the designer succeeds in showcasing the classic into a whole new interplay of solids and prints. Shades of black, white and gray transform his brilliant masterpieces into the contemporary.

Printed matters come in majestic and dramatic interpretations of graphics in fashion. Fabrication breathes anew as brilliance displays an unparalleled fusion of textures. Once again, the designer’s take on reinventing silhouettes reflect his mastery in tailoring.

Summer takes young notable designer Pablo Cabahug into the world of resort bridal wear. In recent years, beach weddings have become popular and the demand for special gowns for these destination weddings is the new avenue where Cabahug is carving a niche.

Feminine silhouettes with luxe detailing are becoming his distinct trademark as they echo inspirations from global design legends. Soft and billowing fabrics cascade and drape this designer’s creations in luxurious settings. Transcending his ready-to-wear pieces, his astounding expositions in bridal wear remarkably set a refreshing perspective.

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For Joey Samson: Photography by JO ANN BITAGCOL • Creative direction by LUIS ESPIRITU JR. • Styling by DIANE LASAM • Associate styling by MIKKA VELASQUEZ, BANG MARTINEZ and TARA SUBALDO • Makeup by MICKEY SEE for Inglot Cosmetics available in Glorietta 5 • Hairstyling by JERRY JAVIER for L’Oréal Professionel • Wardrobe by JOEY SAMSON • Footwear by JANYLIN (ladies) • Model: JASMINE MAIERHOFER and SAM ADJANI (both from Mercator) • Shot on location at DiCasalarin Cove, Baler, Aurora • Special thanks to Ferdi Salvador, management and staff of Costa Pacifica Raintree.

For Pablo Cabahug: Photography by Rita Abiog • Creative direction by Luis Espiritu Jr. • Styling by Tara Subaldo • Makeup by Mickey Sy for Inglot Cosmetics available in Glorietta 5 • Hairstyling by Jerry Javier for L’oréal Professionel • Model: Ann Umali and Swell Damas (Mercator) • Wardrobe by Pablo Cabahug • Shot on location at DiCasalarin Cove Baler, Aurora