Sinulid 2018: Benilde fashion concepts highlight social issues
One of the most awaited events of the De La Salle- College of Saint Benilde is the annual culminating show of their graduating Fashion Design and Merchandising (FDM) students. Aptly called
(Thread), the event revealed each student’s individuality and emotions
In partnership with SM Supermalls and industry equipment and material supplier Lectra Philippines, DLS-CSB showcased the third and the biggest installment of from August 1 to 4 at The Atrium of SM Aura Premier.
As their last hurrah, senior students went through a rigorous design and product development process in preparation for the competitive fashion industry.
covers two of the major academic tracks, which are fashion design and fashion merchandise or marketing. The latter brings something new to the table as it showcases branding, communications, as well as styling through sustainable fashion or creating pieces by recycling and deconstructing.
Following the theme “Stories Unraveled,” this year’s show focused on creations that presented the designers’ personal narratives. Over a hundred original and distinct garments also spoke of the designers’ advocacies concerning the country’s current issues such as sexuality and femininity, mental health, sustainability, and nationality.
Despite the recurring contents and forms of inspiration, each piece presented so much character that no two creations feel the same.
Sinulids’s head- turning sets also proved that art is such a strong method to promote advocacies combined with classical classroom learning.
One out of the large number of participants presented creations that honored her family and culture while aiming to make a national statement. Isabelle Chinjen’s brand named I. La bagged the Best Exhibit Presentation Award as the display was truly sophisticated and intricately decorated. Her collection focused on the dying practice of Callado embroidery in Taal, Batangas, where grandparents grew up.
“It’s a unique kind of art where you pull off threads from the fabric to create the holes, and they are sewn together to form the designs. Only a few embroiderers know how to do the painstaking technique, which has made the industry a dying practice. That’s why I made it a goal to promote the Callado embroidery, bring it back into the market, and help the hardworking artisans of Taal.” Chinjen shared. her