FilipiNxt 2024: Filipino designers eye Manhattan show with all-Filipino crew

Davao native Wilson Limon of the NiñoFranco brand, a member of the board of trustees of the Mindanao Trade Expo Foundation, will show the vibrant heritage of the indigenous T’boli community whose designs celebrate tradition and creativity.MANILA, Philippines — Four dynamic Filipino designers embark on an odyssey to New York to showcase their creative talents right in the heart of one of the world’s fashion capitals.

“We stand at the crossroads of history, celebrating not just one, not just two but three remarkable milestones — the wonderful 15th anniversary of Marriott Manila, the 10th edition of ‘Marry Me at Marriott’ and the launch of this groundbreaking collaboration with ‘Manila to Manhattan’ through ‘FilipiNxt,’” said Lala Quilantang, Marriott’s Cluster Director for Sales and Marketing.

“As we embark on this journey, we will honor the legacy of ‘Marry Me at Marriott’ — a celebration of Filipino creativity, life and love, and timeless elegance,” Quilanatang added. “We shall also pay homage to the 15 years of excellence that have defined Marriott Hotel Manila, setting new standards of hospitality and service and breakthrough featuring acclaimed designers in an international scale with ‘FilipiNxt.

“We’re talking about a New York Fashion Week event — organized by Filipinos for Filipinos. We will introduce a game-changing set of events that will blow your mind,” Mallari-D’Auria announced. “We’re talking about a Manhattan soiree, a fashion show with an all-Pinoy crew, and an after-party that attracts the attention of the fashion world.”

Manila-born and Los Angeles-based Veejay Floresca will fuse timeless elegance and eco-conscious designs in her collection. Combining minimalism with contemporary trends, she has “a distinctive style that elevates her handmade couture bridal gowns, sophisticated evening wear, and one-of-a-kind pieces created for the confident individuals with unique styles.”

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