The opening gala of
SLIM: Salvacion Lim Higgins, Philippine Haute Couture 1947-1990 was spectacular! The first time I saw the National Museum of Philippines in full regalia, fitted with red carpet and its Marble Hall filled with glamorous people.
Peninsula Manila catered for the night. I enjoyed the Spanish Tapas, assortment of cheese and bubbly champagne they served. House names in Philippine Fashion and celebrities graced the much anticipated event.
The creations of SLIM is a must see for every fashion professional and patrons of the arts.
Here's my snaps for the night.
SLIM at the National Museum of the Philippines
Marble Hall, crowded and steamy hot.
Salvacion Lim Higgins' signature
Exhibit at the East Wing, Museum of the Filipino People
Late 1960s, Black Rayon faille opera coat with sculpted collar worn over a strapless gown of the same fabric, cut with overlapping pleats in front, echoing the opening line of the coat.
Wedding gown created for Linda Garcia-Campos, daughter of Former President Carlos P. Garcia
Sketch by Joe Salazar, who studied at Slim's Fashion & Arts School
With the usual suspects and celebs:
Queen Melo and Louis Claparols
Teresa Herrera
Tessa Prieto Valdes
Mai and David Kaufman
Dynamic twin designers: John and Paul Herrera
Anne Curtis
Heart Evengelista with my sister, Diana Jean.
With Project Runway Philippines Mentor, Jojie Lloren (L).
All photos shot using
Sony Cybershot TX1
