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His pieces are showcased in Hollywood and now. “The whole look of my collection was
have been worn by other artists like Navia inspired by her look when she started in the
Robinson (Raven’s Home), Toni Trucks business, her look from the late 70s, 80s and ( Interview conducted at Mama
Fina , Alphabet City, Manhattan. This
(Seal Team) and Francia Raisa (Freeform), early 90s”. will be my second time at this new
among others. Filipino restaurant, carving its niche
He presented this collection at the NY Fashion by offering PINOY sizzling plates (sisig)
When asked of any trace of Filipinism in his Week Spring Presentation. One of only four we all know and will be an American
designs, he underlined the Terno shoulder in its designers of Filipino heritage to be chosen by byword. Of note, RC specifically
varied interpretations as seen in these pieces. the Council of Aspiring American Fashion mentioned this place when asked
Designers Association (CAAFD). This select where to meet as if finding recluse
A designer as an artist draws inspiration few was culled from a cadre of emerging in comfort food following a much
from those close to home. For his fall/winter designers who aim to break from the mold. needed break from mounting his
collection titled “LEGEND, I am Every Fall 2019 collection three nights prior
Woman”, the icon, Miss Whitney Houston, was As to his career trajectory, he sees a to the New York Fashion Week. He
not a difficult choice. “When I heard the news combination of haute and pret-a-porte lines gladly acceded to this request for an
that they will make a documentary movie about being carried by a major retail store as the interview despite a short window for
her, I thought she will be a great inspiration pinnacle of his career. There is no doubt that us as he was to fly back home while I
for my new collection.” Considering her as one the level of confidence, willingness to learn and was getting ready for a weekend trip
of his favorite artists of all time, he recalled determination that were visibly palpable during to Mexico City.)
singing her music and listening to them up until this meeting will levitate him further. Probably
even beyond the stars. n

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