Celebrities from television, music, and sports joined local top models last August 29 in showcasing the latest in British street fashion.
UK brand Lee Cooper launched its entry into the Philippine market at the Marriot Hotel in Resorts World Manila with a grand fashion show and the presentation of their eight brand ambassadors, a.k.a. "makers," who inspire street fashion and culture in Manila.
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Actress Denise Laurel, from the hit afternoon series Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Pintada, led the pack of showbiz personalities who graced the event.
She wore a goth-like ensemble composed of a black shirt, navy blue jacket, and leather leggings.
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90's heartthrob Patrick Garcia donned a classic plaid shirt, loose-fitting jeans, and leather shoes.Photography: GA Granali -
Earth tones such as browns, tans, and grays complemented actor Baron Geisler's natural auburn hair.Photography: GA Granali -
TV5's Divine Lee segued from being a runway model to doing reporter duties for her show Ang Latest right after the program.
Her runway look was composed of a striped gray T-shirt, a wool blazer, and skinny jeans.
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Sexy chanteuse Geneva Cruz showed off her toned figure in a cropped plaid shirt and cutoff denim shorts.
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Sporstcaster Cesca Litton's tan jacket is perfect for the cold weather.Photography: GA Granali -
Professional model and Runway TV Asia host Teresa Herrera rocked the faux fur.Photography: GA Granali -
Every guy needs to own a plaid shirt. Model, photographer, and fashion blogger Victor Basa calls this basic design his street fashion staple.Photography: GA Granali -
Checkered shirts are also a must-have for guys like singer Vincent Bueno.Photography: GA Granali -
Newbie actor Kiko Estrada rocks the versatile denim jacket.Photography: GA Granali -
STYLING TIP: Never let the hem of your jeans touch the floor. It's either you get it retailored or fold it up, just like what former PBB Teen Edition 4 housemate Jerico Redrico did.Photography: GA Granali -
Wearing skinny jeans is always a nice way to show off those curvy hips. Pair it with high heels for an added dose of sexiness, just like aspiring actress Danielle Lee.Photography: GA Granali -
Model-actor turned Philippine Volcanoes rugby player Andrew Wolff drew attention to his hips with a Union Jack belt.Photography: GA Granali -
Philippine Volcanoes' Chris Everingham dons the classic white shirt and jeans combo.Photography: GA Granali -
Erik Tai, also from the Philippine Volcanoes, goes for a less-sporty cardigan.Photography: GA Granali -
STYLING TIP: Slim-fit jeans, like the ones on model Mark Manicad, are perfect to wear along with high-cut boots. Tuck the hem of the pants inside the boots for a more stylish approach.Photography: GA Granali -
Joining the army of models was Lou Muñoz, older sister of TV5 star Arci Muñoz, who donned a classic logo T-shirt and skinny jeans along with her royal guard costume.Photography: GA Granali -
Former PBB Celebrity Edition 2 housemate Rocky Salumbides was also there, sporting a clean, preppy look.Photography: GA Granali -
Model-beauty queen Justine Gabionza dons faded straight-cut jeans.Photography: GA Granali -
Model Michelle Panemanglor in a chambray jumpsuit.Photography: GA Granali -
Startalk's Tim Yap hosted the program.Photography: GA Granali -
British Ambassador to the Philippines Stephen LilliesPhotography: GA Granali -
Lee Cooper executives Andrew So (left) from the Philippines and Andy Dunkley (right) from the UK named the eight local "makers" who inspire and influence Filipino street fashion and lifestyle.Photography: GA Granali -
The awardees are:
Model, makeup artist, and book author Bianca Valerio.
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Photographer Jay TablantePhotography: GA Granali -
Car restorer Alex Isip (left) and fashion designer Tippi Ocampo (right).Photography: GA Granali -
Celebrity chef Rolando LaudicoPhotography: GA Granali -
Brand curator Vince Aldanese (foreground) and artist-restaurateur Nadine Howell (background).Photography: GA Granali -
Club owner GP ReyesPhotography: GA Granali -
The fashion show began with parade of British royal guards, who are actually just models in costume. Underneath the iconic red jacket are classic logo T-shirts and jeans from Lee Cooper.Photography: GA Granali -
TREND ALERT: Colored jeans are back in style. This time though, the hues are not as bright as the ones that became popular in 2008.Photography: GA Granali -
TREND ALERT: Floral-printed bottoms for ladies.Photography: GA Granali -
Aside from jeans and shirts, the brand also offers a wide array of undergarments for men and women.Photography: GA Granali
