Parisian’s Opulent, Accessible Footwear Make a Stunning Runway Statement

There are fashion moments, and then there are milestones—the kind that sweep you into a future where heritage and modernity lock arms and stride forward together. At Jor-El Espina’s 20th Anniversary Gala, Design Anthologies, SM Fashion’s homegrown footwear brands did exactly that: take a confident, runway-ready step onto a stage built on two decades of visionary design.

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Parisian on the runway: The Ylona is a sleek, forest green pump with a pointed toe silhouette, combining timeless elegance with a polished, modern finish.

The synergy was immediate. Espina’s modern silhouettes—textured, opulent, and rooted in craft—found their perfect rhythm in Parisian, Salvatore Mann, and Milanos. These aren’t simply shoes; they’re statement footwear engineered for high Filipino fashion.

For women, Parisian delivered standout pieces that felt right at home with high fashion. There were pointed mules, sublime woven leather finishes, and metallic heels shimmering under the runway lights. From sculptural mules like Daena and Astrid and the lush and luxurious Ylona to the sleek modernity of Lila and the luminous polish of Gerine, Parisian proved it can hold its own alongside the country’s design greats. Each pair was feminine, and unmistakably timely—proof that accessible doesn’t have to mean ordinary.

The Daena is a timeless beige mule with a woven leather upper and open-toe design, offering sophisticated texture that effortlessly elevates everyday style

The Astrid is a beige open-toe mule with a woven leather finish, bringing a refined, organic feel that adds understated polish to everyday dressing

The Lila is a white pointed closed-toe mule with a statement gold heel, giving a classic silhouette a modern, sophisticated edge

The Gerine is a  gold strappy heel adorned with subtle embellishments, delivering a luminous, statement finish that instantly elevates any look

On the men’s side, Salvatore Mann and Milanos stepped in with smooth confidence. Salvatore Mann’s slip-on loafers delivered that cool, contemporary ease men want today—no fuss, all style. Meanwhile Milanos’ leather sandals brought a sleek, minimal sophistication that matched Espina’s refined lines. Together, they showed how men’s footwear can be both modern and fashion-forward without losing the grounded elegance that great design demands.

The Milanos Monty is a black sandal with double straps and a flat, easy-wear sole

This brown Salvatore Mann loafer has a textured woven-style upper and classic slip-on silhouette

This red Salvatore Mann loafer comes in a soft suede texture and WITH tassel embellishments

What made the night resonate wasn’t just the glamour—it was the accessibility. These designs, as sharp and polished as they were, remain within reach. SM Fashion continues to democratize style by offering runway-worthy pieces at prices that invite everyone to take part in the story.

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As the lights dimmed on Design Anthologies, one truth stood out: heritage evolves, creativity expands, and Filipino design strides boldly toward its next chapter. And with Parisian, Salvatore Mann, and Milanos at the forefront, everyone gets to walk in pace with it.

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