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EXCLUSIVE: Here's The Story Behind Gigi De Lana's High Fashion Photoshoot In Dubai

A fashion star is born in Gigi de Lana! In this Metro exclusive, hear from the designers and photographer behind this dream photoshoot.

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Carla Buyo

<p><strong>Gigi De Lana</strong> has officially reached new heights as she poses in breathtaking couture pieces from designers Michael Cinco and Harvey Cenit. During her <em>Domination</em> tour in the Middle East, Gigi stopped by Michael and Harvey&#x27;s atelier to try on couture pieces from their archive collection. Shot by international photographer Rozen Antonio, the pop-rock princess has surely earned her style star status with this one of a kind experience. </p><div><br/></div><p>Gigi not only wore one but two pieces from Michael Cinco&#x27;s archives without counting the ones she actually wore for her concert! She also wore couture pieces from rising UAE-based Filipino designer Harvey Cenit for the said photoshoot. </p><div><br/></div><p>Take a closer look at all the couture ensembles she wore for the photoshoot and hear from the designers and photographer for this dream photoshoot in the gallery down below.</p><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/047df165-d40e-4545-b9f9-443219308e6d_b-10aug (1).png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/1cfb95aa-6417-4077-be28-d47d8763a24c_screen shot 2022-08-10 at 1.11.01 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/c2f85291-623f-41f5-9e42-93ace24ed6e9_screen shot 2022-08-10 at 1.10.49 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/b14a1b5b-a75b-4589-a02d-286888b8cc9f_screen shot 2022-08-10 at 1.10.26 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/d246c26a-fac7-4fd4-8cb9-e7b18018d8b2_screen shot 2022-08-10 at 1.11.12 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/67d3fef1-3c22-4aa4-a4bc-4bc2e99aad13_screen shot 2022-08-10 at 1.11.06 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/13a96a0a-e01a-4596-a754-37afc93b303c_screen shot 2022-08-10 at 1.11.25 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/c1a4c889-4e55-4463-9cc9-c6e9e818caae_screen shot 2022-08-10 at 1.12.12 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/5040f3e3-f702-4d40-bbe2-bbac8587e5af_screen shot 2022-08-10 at 1.12.08 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/63a10442-6aeb-4eae-a293-4f6826bd4505_screen shot 2022-08-10 at 1.11.52 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/d1606516-582d-453e-b89f-c4625964fcca_screen shot 2022-08-10 at 1.11.39 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Michael Cinco - In an episode of Metro Chats, Michael himself said that &#x27;A Michael Cinco woman is a dreamer who is glamorous and independent. She’s never afraid to wear pieces that speak of her true self. And most importantly, she always stands out from the rest!&#x27; </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Michael also spoke about how the photoshoot came about. &#x27;The team was basically made up of my closest friends in the fashion industry here in Dubai. From the photographer Rozen Antonio to designer Harvey Cenit, who also provided pieces for Gigi to try on for the photoshoot,&#x27; says Michael.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - In this photo, Gigi is wearing a black mini dress from his Fall/Winter 2022 collection.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Rozen Antonio - Although everyone had little time to prepare for the photoshoot, Rozen Antonio believed that this is one of the most fabulous collabs he did this year. The International photographer has been representing the Filipino fashion community in Dubai for the longest time.In this photo, Gigi is wearing a long gown from Michael Cinco&#x27;s &#x27;The Impalpable Dream of Gustav Klimt&#x27; collection.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - “Being a creative Filipino in the Middle East or honestly anywhere, is a great honor,” Rozen adds, “Filipinos are well-respected here in the Gulf region, especially in Dubai so I always make sure to give my bestest whenever I work with my fellow Filipinos.”</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - When asked about how he felt while doing this collaboration, Rozen said that “The mood we have set for this shoot was a modern far-East Asian theme. We want to show how a strong modern woman can be edgy and glamorous as well.” Those traits clearly reflect Gigi’s personality!</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Harvey Cenit - Dubai-based designer Harvey Cenit pours his heart on all of his creations. He sees these projects as a time capsule of who he was and who he is at this moment! In this photo, Gigi is wearing a white structured blazer and fringe dress by Harvey Cenit.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - When asked about what was it like to be a Filipino creative in Dubai, Harvey says that “locals here look up to Filipino designers and artists because we set the standard.” Harvey also adds that there’s a certain pressure for him to excel but he sees this as his inspiration to always one up himself and do better. Pressure does make diamonds!</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Just like any Harvey Cenit creation, the pieces worn by Gigi for this dream photoshoot were a work of art. “I am to empower my clients by bringing their inner lady boss. Like leopard, classy and graceful but also a fierce fighter,” says Harvey.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Harvey is definitely one of the designers everyone should look out for! </p></div></div></div></div><div><strong><em>Designer: Michael Cinco @michaelcinco5</em></strong></div><div><strong><em>Designer: Harvey Cenit @harvey_cenit</em></strong></div><div><strong><em>Photographer: Rozen Antonio @rozenantonio</em></strong></div><div><strong><em>Videographer: Mang Emong Abad @mangemong_seigmond</em></strong></div><div><strong><em>HMUA: Jhajha Rivera @jhajhamakeupartist</em></strong></div><div><strong><em>Asst. HMUA: Darwin Perez @dahperez123</em></strong></div><div><strong><em>Styling: Khel Recuenco @kheleidoscopeworld</em></strong></div><div><strong><em>Asst. Stylist: Ave Lacsam @missauvena</em></strong></div><div><strong><em>Production: Ryan Banks @iamryanbanks</em></strong></div><div><strong><em>Set Design: Decore+ Studio (@decoreplus) and Fourte (@fourte.me)</em></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/metrostylewatch/star-magic-celebrities-in-new-york/33498" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Here&#x27;s How These Star Magic Celebs Conquered NYC In Style</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/metrostylewatch/the-best-sona-looks-2022-2/33403" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">See All The Standout Looks From SONA 2022</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/get-the-look/rainy-day-essentials/33450" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Here&#x27;s Where To Get 10 Of The Chicest Rain Gear Right Now</a></div>