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See The Highlights from Bench Fashion Week Holiday ‘24 

From luxurious beachwear to traveling back to the past decades, the 3-day event was filled with fun and creativity.

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<p><strong>Bench Fashion Week Holiday 2024</strong> presented an array of designers who captured the essence of style and creativity. This season, the featured designers like <strong>R&#x27;Bonney Nola</strong>, <strong>Antonina</strong>, <strong>Bon Hansen</strong>, <strong>Anthony Ramirez</strong>, <strong>Chito Vijandre</strong> and more, along with Bench group brands like <strong>Cotton On</strong>, <strong>Urban Revivo</strong>, and <strong>Kashieca by Rhett Eala</strong>, showcased their role in fashion innovation with collections that ranged from sustainable to striking avant-garde pieces. The runway offered a new perspective on shaping the future of fashion, emphasizing bold colors, dynamic silhouettes, prints, and intricate textures—and the shows are a lot of fun! </p><div><br/></div><p>The audience was captivated by the craftsmanship on display, as the collections redefined seasonal style, blending layers and innovative designs on what fashion represents. 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src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/edbaa859-dcb4-4a6b-a3c3-c2b0e7489222_chitovijandre11.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/ae17405b-6883-4b2f-a86e-7544069337b3_chitovijandre15.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/9b6f4b47-0d1c-4bc5-813c-741228506b19_chitovijandre25.jpg" 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>R&#x27;bonney Nola - Bench Fashion Week started with a sustainable collection by R’Bonney Nola titled ‘How to Survive on Land and Sea,’ which paid homage to her Filipino and American heritage.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>R&#x27;bonney Nola - The collection contrasted streetwear and luxurious beachwear elements, highlighting pieces such as the seashells she collected from her trips.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>R&#x27;bonney Nola - Although a play of fabrics can be challenging, this collection has surpassed expectations, leaving a lasting impression with her first debut collection in the country.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kashieca by Rhett Eala - Rhett’s collection featured wearable timeless looks with a neutral palette,  perfect for the everyday Filipina.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kashieca by Rhett Eala - The pieces play with feminine silhouettes, displaying an array of textures and prints that can be worn as casual or formalwear.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kashieca by Rhett Eala - This all-black look features a fitted black top, contrasting with a voluminous tulle skirt, striking a balance of sophistication and drama, adding a touch of glamour with a pair of gloves. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Anthony Ramirez - Closing Day 1 with a banger was Anthony Ramirez as he presents his  ‘Bōryokudan’ collection, inspired by the ‘90s Japanese gangsters.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Anthony Ramirez - His visually striking silhouettes featured different cuts and silhouettes, blending streetwear pieces with sophisticated tailoring and bold colors.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Cotton On - From country club to schoolboy looks, the collection certainly mastered layered looks. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Cotton On - The refreshing look consisted of lightweight fabrics perfect for brunch with the girls.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Cotton On - This perfectly cohesive look consists of wardrobe must-haves, perfect for mixing and matching. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Human x Jenni - Entering the technological cosmic streetwear with the ‘‘Chapter 2 Universe H’ collection, inspired by AI technology and deep fakes where humans are plugged into a simulated universe. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Human x Jenni - The pieces were more experimental as bold prints, edgy cuts, and a vivid palette make a strong statement on the runway. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Human x Jenni - This look consists of a neon gray crop top paired with jaw-string joggers putting a twist to the classic ones and finished off with silver gloves giving off the space alien vibe. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Bon Hansen - The ‘Pagkatao’ collection celebrates Bon’s identity with a Filipino traditional clothing twist where he took inspiration from one of the films he watched growing up Markova: Comfort Gay.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Bon Hansen - Balancing masculine and feminine elements, in this collection for the show, he decided to go out of his comfort zone in adding color to his neutral aesthetic.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Bon Hansen - With that, Bon placed a hint of color on the blazer, layered on top of a lace skirt, and finishes it off with a hat. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Antonina - Antonina’s ‘I DON’T’ collection displays her vulnerable side beyond her comfort zone through an imaginary wedding that she will never have. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Antonina - This collection follows intricately detailed, textured, and ethereal designs that exude timeless elegance and offer statement and enchanting looks.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Antonina - This look embodies the modern woman with an approach to power dressing, featuring an oversized structured blazer and matching wide-leg trousers with the grey adding a touch of elegance with the silhouette adding a bold statement.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Urban Revivo - Head to your next adventure in style with Urban Revivo’s collection of classic outdoor clothing blending fashion with functionality. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Urban Revivo - Whether it’s for going around the city or to your next travel destination, these durable pieces and timeless designs, bring out the best in everyone while staying comfortable.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Urban Revivo - This sleek and minimalistic look features a sleeveless button-up top paired with a denim skirt with a low slit adding flair and adding movement to the skirt with this simple outfit.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Chito Vijandre - ‘The Dawn of a New Age’ traveled us back to the ‘60s and ‘70s with a futuristic take. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Chito Vijandre - With its lively color,  party fever elements, and ethnic influences, Chito turned the last day of the event into a runway party. </p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Chito Vijandre - Consisting of bold textures, prints, and colors, this look consists of a floral top with exaggerated shoulders, paired with a lace skirt. Several accessories such as the choker and headpiece, enhance the look with a dramatic, artistic vibe, making each piece stand out on the runway.</p></div></div></div></div><div><em><br/></em></div><div><em>Article by Syra Victoria G. Garcia</em></div><div><em>Photo Courtesy of Bench</em></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/runway/bench-fashion-week-bench-body-2024/38866" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Highly Anticipated Bench Body Show Made A Star-Studded Comeback </a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/metrostylewatch/janine-gutierrez-phantosmia-venice-film-festival/38876" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Metro Exclusive: Janine Gutierrez Wears Inno Sotto During A Photo Call At Venice Film Festival</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/inspiration/paris-olympics-2024-national-team-uniforms/38430" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Paris Olympics 2024: The National Team Uniforms From All Over The World</a></div>