Penthouse Designer in Focus: BARBIE ALVEZ
6:42 AMI'm becoming too accustomed with my weekly schedule crunch.
Ever feel like there's so many things to do, yet so little time to accomplish them? Yep, I'm following that certain pattern. Being a DJ/lifestyle writer/event host/charity worker/party meister/girlfriend/fashion blogger sounds fun and all that (i do enjoy it, sleep deprived and all), but to squeeze all that in a week... whoa. stress much?
But you know that I never complain.:) I live to tell the tales of my weekly styleventures, and heading over to Penthouse Wednesday nights has become quite the perfect respite in my frenetic week.
Headlining last Wednesday's revelry was famous young designer BARBIE ALVEZ and her effortlessly chic take on one of this year's key trends, that of sensual fetishism. I felt a particular inclination and fervor for this collection, because as you all can tell, its quite near to my own aesthetic preferences.
Just like her namesake, Barbie loved flirty, frivolously feminine pieces and oft channeled this in her previous creations. Her current collection, she says, markedly diverges from that direction, and I believe it is rightfully so as Barbie outfits the modern-day "dominatrix" with such aplomb.
I enjoyed the pieces and their craftsmanship, opening with the designer's all-obsidian version on the ubiquitous bandage dress, as well as the corset and tulle combo, and other minute details. One can observe the designer's range and depth of perspective as she played with various silhouettes, and we can all only hope to see more showstoppers from this talented female. Oh, and I've also just found out that Barbie also bagged the award for Best Evening Gown in one of the province's most illustrious pageant competitions. Double kudos!
Barbie Alvez and the top girls of AD Models Femme
And of course, the party is not complete... well, without a party! Count on DJ Carlow to bring on the beats, and that will get everyone started!
Barbie flanked by friends and colleagues in fashion
..just fooling around. an outfit post in the works!
**Photos are provided by the adorable Paul Gotiong, a certified Chic in the Tropics favorite. Do drop by his site and show him some love! http://paulgotiong.multiply.com
25 comments
it's great! did she design the accessories also?
ReplyDeletethe dress on the 2nd photo is my fave.
ReplyDeleteand i cant wait for ur outfit post.
Models and pics are so hot! New Banner I see, Loving it.
ReplyDeleteYou are such a busy girl! Make sure to get some sleep, even though I hate sleeping. Time sleeping could be time spent elsewhere. I find that my schedule is just as busy as yours, but I am jealous. Your schedule seems much more exciting and fun :)
ReplyDeletexoxo Isabella Clarisse xoxo
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Mmmmh I really love the concept of "Sensual fetishism" . . . AND the uncluttered/exquisite side of Barbie Alvez's* creations !!! * Ooooooh YES, What a GLAMorous vibrancy, between "timeless Sexy/Girle" AND "Mediterranean Sensuality" . . .
ReplyDeleteà Bientôt, Antoine
How fun! I really should drop by there when all these fashion shoes are happening, looks like I might be missing out. In Cebu I only experienced fashion as a model, and it is not the same!
ReplyDeleteIs DJ Carlow the DJ from Y101? Because if it is, I used to work with him.
I'm soooo loving every single picture here! Gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, I'd love to swap links with you... I'm adding you now!
xxx
Girlfriend, you need a personal secretary! You still fit it all in and do a great job!
ReplyDeleteoooh i quite like these too! but i wish i could see them in more detail =/
ReplyDeleteLove all them, great blacks!! A new LBD idea for me, perhaps.
ReplyDeleteXOXOXO
Libby
http://fashionconfectionairy.weebly.com
awww jam cherish i missed that girl... mmmm and so now i realized the parties i missed in cebu... and im even in cebu! :( ... anyhoo i love your blogspot love... glad took a peek when found u in yves site... brilliant indeed
ReplyDeleteLoooove those black dresses, damn. I know what you me about so much to do/so little time. Though, I find that I get SO much more done under pressure. Hope you get some time for R&R soon!
ReplyDeletexox, Mavi M.
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful ladies!
ReplyDeleteXoXo
My,those dresses are so well made and so ferocious!!! Kudos to Barbie and desperately waiting for your next outfit post.
ReplyDeletePS>Thanks for dropping by at my blog.Hope you're having an exciting night in there.:)
Cheryl
http://cereza72.wordpress.com/
Awesome photos! you're so lucky you where there.
ReplyDeletebeauuuuutiful dresses!
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ooh! i love the bandage dress! :-)
ReplyDeletexxxc
what a beautiful life!
ReplyDeleteyou work and party! i work, work and work...no parties!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ah the LBD - how can one go wrong?! love the one with the split neckline. You look so cute in that pose!
ReplyDeletegreat designer and fabulous collections again! wow! yes, phamzy is right! you are one lucky lady, you get to work and to party at the same time!! i envy you!
ReplyDeleteand oh your black outfit there looks really nice too! :)
love the pics!
ReplyDeletethese ppl all look so beautiful! looks like a blast!
ReplyDeleteI love how they all look so structured and well-fitted.
ReplyDeleteFantastic girls!
ReplyDeleteAnd the party sounds like so fun!!!
Kisses and hugs!
Kira
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