Let us take you on an inspiring journey through the life and career of the renowned Filipino fashion designer, Rajo Laurel. In this exclusive interview, Rajo shares his unique perspective on the industry, from the essence of letting your personal style shine and empowering our local artisans, to the pressing need for sustainability in fashion design.

Join us as we delve deep into the world of Rajo Laurel, celebrating his legacy and contributions to the ever-evolving landscape of fashion.

Don't miss out on this exclusive glimpse behind Rajo Laurel's visionary approach to fashion—hit play now!

0:00 - Intro
2:32 - Rajo Laurel shares how he found his passion for fashion in the theatre
4:39 - Rajo Laurel shares the Fashion Icons he grew up idolizing
6:14 - Rajo Laurel shares his idea of what makes a stylish woman
7:37 - Rajo Laurel shares how pivotal is his grandmother’s role to his success
9:16 - Rajo Laurel shares his key learnings during his formal education at the New York Fashion Institute of Technology and Central Saint Martin's in London
11:25 - Rajo Laurel shares how he started as an illustrator for MEGA Magazine
12:31 - Rajo Laurel reminisces his YDC Journey as a participant and how it helped his career
14:17 - Rajo Laurel remembers MEGA Magazine founder Sari Yap
15:44 - Rajo Laurel shares his hope for the young designers joining the MEGA YDC 2024
18:19 - Rajo Laurel reflects on his past mistakes and takeaways throughout his fashion journey
19:30 - Rajo Laurel shares his defining moment as a fashion designer
21:44 - Rajo Laurel shares the dynamic of working with his own family within his multiple brands
23:05 - Rajo Laurel recalls the first celebrity he worked with that elevated his brand
23:35 - Rajo Laurel highlights his golden rules of style
24:08 - Rajo Laurel on celebrating 30 years in the fashion industry
25:53 - Rajo Laurel shares what it takes to build a brand
28:29 - Rajo Laurel on the struggles of owning multiple brands
29:09 - Rajo Laurel shares how traveling has been a huge part of his creative process
30:25 - Rajo Laurel shares his fascination with spiders and arachnids and how he incorporates them in his designs
32:27 - Rajo Laurel stresses the importance of adopting sustainability in one’s design philosophy
35:09 - Rajo Laurel shares the inspiration behind his collaboration with Casa Juan
36:31 - Rajo Laurel on the difference between judging Project Runway and Drag Race Philippines
39:33 - Rajo Laurel stresses the need for young designers to advocate the promotion and preservation of local artisans and indigenous fabrics
41:39 - Rajo Laurel on reacting to Michael Cinco’s statement regarding fashion designers being underpaid and undervalued
43:21 - Rajo Laurel shares five fashion tips that aspiring designers should know
46:31 - Rajo Laurel on how he manages to stay updated and informed with current fashion trends
47:50 - Rajo Laurel shares his future plans

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