Vice Ganda passionately supports local fashion designers

“Ang laki rin ang naging tulong nila sa journey ko sa showbiz industry…”

Vice Ganda at Rampa Manila 2 in Manila City Hall

Unkabogable Star Vice Ganda seizes the opportunity to discover emerging designers at Rampa Manila 2 fashion show and looks forward to having potential collaborations with them: “Gusto kong nakikipag-collaborate sa maraming designers, e. At saka yung mga bata ngayon, e, iba yung takbo ng utak nila kaya nakaka-excited din na makapagsuot ng damit nila.”
PHOTO/S: Nikko Tuazon

The Unkabogable Star Vice Ganda makes it her mission to spotlight local talent, attending fashion shows of local designers at every opportunity.

She recently made an appearance at the Rampa Manila 2 fashion show held on June 19, 2024, at the Bulwagang Rodriguez of the Manila City Hall.

Vice Ganda was among the VIPs in the front row, supporting the project led by Manila Mayor Honey Lacuña, whose aim is to elevate Divisoria’s reputation as the textile capital of Metro Manila.

In a brief chat with the press, including PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal), Vice Ganda voiced her appreciation for this creative initiative, highlighting her personal connection to Divisoria.

“Lumaki akong ano, e, ang laking bahagi ng Divisoria sa pagkatao ko, sa pag-aaral ko, sa pagiging artist ko, sa pagiging bading ko, so sumu-support ako sa mga ganitong projects,” Vice Ganda said.

VICE GANDA ON SUPPORT FOR LOCAL TALENT

Vice Ganda’s attendance was also her way of thanking the fashion designers who have been instrumental in her career.

The show featured designs by some of the country’s top couturiers, including Anthony Ramirez, Jhobes Estrella, Marc Rancy, Neric Beltran, and Val Taguba.

The host-comedian said, “Ang laki rin ang naging tulong nila sa journey ko sa showbiz industry, lalo na yung mga designers tonight.

“Sila talaga yung laging gumagawa ng mga damit ko sa mga special events sa television, sa iba pang showbiz events, so ayun, support-support din.”

Rampa Manila 2, Honey Lacuna

(L-R) Department of Tourism, Culture and Arts of Manila Charlie Duñgo, Manila Vice Mayor Yul Servo, and Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan with veteran fashion designers Val Taguba, Jhobes Estrella, Neric Beltran, Marc Rancy, and Anthony Ramirez 
Photo/s: Kit Cruz / DTCAM

Aside from the fashion veterans’ creations, the event also highlighted designs from up-and-coming designers Dhenyze Guevara, Joanna Santos, and Morissette Magalona.

Vice Ganda said she intends to have potential collaborations with these emerging talents.

“Nakaka-excite makita yung mga young designers… na makilala sila at yung mga bago nilang mga ini-introduce na art sa atin, na mga masterpieces.

“Kasi, lalo na ako, gusto kong nakikipag-collaborate sa maraming designers, e. At saka yung mga bata ngayon, e, iba yung takbo ng utak nila kaya nakaka-excited din na makapagsuot ng damit nila.”

In addition to Vice Ganda, the sophomore edition of Rampa Manila was graced by several other personalities, including Agot Isidro, John Lapus, Stacey Gabriel, Pinky Tobiano, Liz Uy, Laureen Uy, and Katrina Ponce-Enrile.

The runway was also attended by beauty queens Beatriz Luigi Gomez, Katrina Llegado, Celeste Cortesi, Ahtisa Manalo, Nicole Cordoves, Hannah Arnold, Billie Hakenson, and Christi McGarry, among many others.