5 reasons to experience SM North EDSA’s Pinoy Barbie Exhibit
Have
you ever wondered what Barbie would look like in a Filipino-designed ensemble?
SM
Supermalls marks the celebration of the 121st Philippine
Independence Day with an exhibit that celebrates Pinoy fashion and freedom in
collaboration with the world’s most iconic doll, Barbie for the Filipina Beauty with Barbie exhibit happening
at The Block – SM North EDSA from June 3 to 13 – featuring a collection of
Barbie dolls wearing locally designed fashion couture.
“This
exhibit aims to highlight the exceptional talent of our local designers and at
the same time, promote our country as home of world-class artistry rich in
culture, ethnicity, and tradition. This event is made possible by our
partnership with global toy brand, Barbie,” said Jonjon San Agustin, SM Supermalls
senior vice president for marketing.
Here
are five reasons why you should check out SM’s Pinoy Barbie exhibit:
A fashion experience like no other. Witness an exhibit of Barbie dolls
dressed in mixed contemporary high-fashion and streetwear inspired by the
country’s rich culture, tradition, and heritage!
Filipino fashion designers in action. Be amazed by a collection of exclusive
designs made the country’s sought-after Filipino fashion designers — Rajo
Laurel, Mak Tumang, John Herrera, Anthony Ramirez, and Martin Bautista among
others.
A handiwork of expert Filipino doll
artists. The Barbie
collection will be “dolled up” using
the skills and craftsmanship of remarkable doll artists—Alvin Dave Ocampo,
Christopher Flores, Eric Benito, Arvy Labrador, Marc Vandro, and Precious
Juliet Mirafuentes.
A design competition on contemporary
couture. In
collaboration with the promising talents of Fashion Institute of the
Philippines, Institute of Creative Entrepreneurship Fashion Arts Design, and
Fashion Designers Alliance, the exhibit will showcase Barbie doll outfits made
of indigenous and recyclable materials.
There’s a Catriona-inspired Barbie! Be in awe of the gowns that made history
on-stage. Pageant fans may laud over a one-of-a-kind Barbie collection inspired
by the Queens of the world of Pageantry including Ms. Universe 2018 Catriona
Gray and Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach.
Catch the Philippine archipelago gala exhibit
from June 3 to 13 at The Block – SM City North EDSA. For more information,
visit www.smsupermalls.com.
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