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Metro Exclusive: 8 Brands Reveal Details About Their Collections For Manila Fashion Week

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<p><strong>Manila Fashion Week</strong> officially kicks off tonight at <strong>SM Aura</strong>’s Samsung Hall and Fashion Tent. The four-day event marks a major return for the country&#x27;s fashion scene, spotlighting a new era of Filipino design across luxury, streetwear, and contemporary fashion. Eight designers and brands are set to debut their latest collections, each offering a distinct point of view. Here&#x27;s what to expect from the runway.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Luxury with New Perspectives</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760577662605mnlfashion.week_1758874221_3730029781208736845_59144274442.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p><strong>Andrea Tetangco</strong> makes a notable shift this season. Known for nearly two decades of luxury bridalwear and eveningwear, she takes a more exploratory route by incorporating Filipino fabrics into her designs for the first time. “I&#x27;m presenting a cruise collection,” Andrea shares. “It’s very inspired by the women today. Empowered, strong, romantic, sophisticated, and just effortlessly elegant.”</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760577679225mnlfashion.week_1758866460_3729964674420274974_59144274442.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>Meanwhile,<strong> Chris Nick</strong> is once again leaning into sensuality, a signature that has earned him a loyal following from muses like Max Collins and Michelle Dee. “When I design, everything is always inspired by the life that I live, or the things that I like growing up,” Chris says. “Think of it as one big sexy party.” Chris&#x27; sharp tailoring and luxurious fabrics return, but with a narrative rooted in his international experiences—nights out, cultural shifts, and intimate moments.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760577697936mnlfashion.week_1758866582_3729965694466646040_59144274442.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p><strong>Vina Romero</strong>, known for her refined and understated approach to fashion, is using the Manila Fashion Week platform to celebrate her brand&#x27;s milestone. “For Manila Fashion Week 2025, we’ll be sharing our most loved pieces from our 10th year,” she says. “The collection title is ‘Mga Bakas: Noon, Ngayon, at Bukas.’” Expect a reflective presentation, where past and present signatures are brought forward in a quiet but intentional statement about longevity in the local fashion landscape.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Streetwear with Purpose and Edge</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760577714197mnlfashion.week_1758866444_3729964541318209589_59144274442.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p><strong>DBTK</strong>, the 13-year-old streetwear label known for high-profile collaborations, is scaling up. The brand will debut 40 looks—its biggest show yet. “Our inspiration is a reflection or a metaphor for our statement ‘Dream big, start small,’” say co-founders <strong>Vince </strong>and<strong> Emil Javier</strong>. “We created 40 looks for Manila Fashion Week and the show has three parts: the past, present, and future of DBTK.” Expect bold graphics, nods to childhood nostalgia (like the paper plane), and a cohesive timeline of the brand’s evolution.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760577732317mnlfashion.week_1758866633_3729966126136007836_59144274442.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>For <strong>OXGN</strong>, the focus is on interpreting the now. With roots in Manila’s street culture since 1996, the brand is updating its design vocabulary. OXGN&#x27;s design team led by Yana and Ollie is diving deeper into this season&#x27;s latest trends. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Contemporary Fashion, Reimagined</strong></div><div><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760577749455mnlfashion.week_1758866705_3729966727288798881_59144274442.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong><br/></div><p><strong>Inigo</strong>, known for maximalist detailing and high-drama looks, is bringing life—literally—into every piece. “When I created lots of these garments, I always tell my team, ‘Gusto ko buhay na buhay,’” he says. “That&#x27;s what I want: the garments are alive.” With 40 looks in the collection, Inigo is expected to deliver statement fashion that feels immediate, emotional, and visually impactful.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760577765257mnlfashion.week_1758866799_3729967518686888028_59144274442.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p><strong>Viktor</strong>, a brand helmed by<strong> Ino Caluza </strong>and <strong>Will Mueco</strong>, offers a more subdued, future-facing vision. “The title of the show is called ‘Dystopian Blues,’” Caluza explains. “We’re imagining the future wherein after global warming or whatever, and people would still go out and still look fashionable.” Referencing <em>Blade Runner</em>, the brand&#x27;s collection will focus on denim, leather, and wool—materials chosen for their durability and symbolism in a post-apocalyptic fashion scenario.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760577779454mnlfashion.week_1758866750_3729967108735606195_59144274442.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p><strong>Randolf Clothing</strong>, meanwhile, is exploring emotional vulnerability through its trademark artful lens. “I always take inspiration from music,” says founder and creative director <strong>RJ</strong>. “I got inspired by this Chinese song… I wanted the collection to explore that feeling of obsession and thinking that it’s love when it isn’t.” The result is expected to be a mix of cultural storytelling and bold visuals—Randolf’s signature approach, but with a darker emotional core.</p><div><br/></div><p>Manila Fashion Week happens from October 16 to 19 at SM Aura.</p><div><br/></div><div><em>Stay tuned on Metro.Style and </em><a href="https://www.instagram.com/metromagph/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>@metromagph</em></a><em> for more of Manila Fashion Week.</em></div><div><br/></div><div><em>Photo Courtesy of Manila Fashion Week</em></div>

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Carla Buyo

Published Oct 16, 2025 09:58 AM PHT

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Updated Oct 16, 2025 10:00 AM PHT

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