Albert Andrada is set to make fashion history for the Philippines as he becomes the first Filipino designer to showcase his haute couture designs in a solo show at the prestigious Paris Fashion Week Couture 2023.
The high fashion event, happening from January 25 to 26, 2023 at the Westin Paris Vendome, will see the collaboration of Andrada and BaroQco, a jewelry-maker known for creating crowns for Miss Universe Netherlands, Germany, and Singapore.
The partnership between two well-respected names in the fashion industry is a milestone for the Philippines as it presents a perfect opportunity to showcase Filipino creativity and artistry on the venerable and highly-publicized Paris runway.
Andrada established a stellar career when he became a favorite designer of the Arab Royal members. He was appointed designer of the ruling family in Fujairah of the United Arab Emirates. One of his prominent clients and muse also include Pia Wurtzbach who wore an iconic blue Andrada creation when she was crowned Miss Universe 2015.
Paris Fashion Week, also known as Semaine de la mode de Paris, is held semi-annually in the French capital as a regular designer presentation featuring designs for spring/summer and autumn/winter. Dates are determined by the French Fashion Federation.
Paris Fashion Week is part of the global “Big 4” fashion events in London, United Kingdom; Milan, Italy; and New York, United States.