MEGA Young Designers Competition 2024: Top 6 Finalists
Get to know the innovative spirit of these 6 finalists and their potential to lead the way forward in Filipino fashion
Seeds are often sown in the fertile grounds of imagination, where they take root and sprout into the blossoming landscape of creativity. In fashion, these seeds find fertile ground in the minds of budding designers, nourishing their passion and propelling them toward expertise. Now, as the buds begin to unfurl and the petals emerge, the MEGA Young Designers Competition reveals its Top 6 finalists—each one blooming to the transformative potential of changing the future of Filipino fashion.
Renz Reyes
Renz Reyes’ designs are characterized by distinctive utilitarian details that imbue each piece with a sense of functionality and purpose. With a focus on denim craftsmanship, Reyes has established a reputation for creating standout denim pieces that bear his unique imprint. “I’ve been doing denim for a bit—I think a lot of people associate me with denim pieces, but at the core of my aesthetic is the use of textiles and embroidery. I try to see there’s some sort of embellishment and textile design in whatever I make,” Reyes says.
With a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts under his belt, Reyes harbored a longstanding interest in fashion that he was eager to explore further. Recognizing the synergy between his artistic training and the creative potential of fashion design, the designer wasted no time in enrolling in a short course to acquire the technical skills necessary to translate his vision into tangible garments. By leveraging his background in fine arts and supplementing it with specialized training in fashion design, Reyes positioned himself to pursue his creative aspirations with confidence and conviction.
Renz Reyes sees himself at the forefront of a burgeoning movement towards innovation and creativity. With a discerning eye for detail and a passion for embroidery and embellishment, Reyes is committed to pushing the boundaries of traditional techniques and exploring new avenues of expression. He believes that the current landscape of Filipino fashion is ripe for evolution, with many designers embracing the artistry of embroidery in their designs. However, Reyes seeks to distinguish himself by experimentation. “I’ve always wanted to showcase embroideries in a way that’s quite different and not what you’ve seen right now. There’s a lot of classic embroidery, but I want to show new techniques and fabrications,” he states.
This article will be updated as MEGA reveals the rest of the finalists in the next following days.
Photography EXCEL PANLAQUE of KLIQQ, INC.
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