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The Grant 2025: Fashion Aid Philippines announces Top 20 finalists
Chosen from hundreds of national applicants, these emerging designers from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao stood out in fashion, accessories, and lifestyle design.
Here are the 20 finalists listed in alphabetical order of surname:
Rio Sandra Barrios
Kristina Leanne Basilio
Jeremiah (Jorem) Biadoma
Monica Castillo
Angela Maria Chavez
Joshua Mario Daryll Chiong
Elijah Contillo
Kheemberly Claire Coronel
Matthew David
Ivan Cedric Fabia
Jose Francisco Kintanar
Ayra Longsiab
John Jade Montecalvo
Marigrace Reano
Hazel Roldan
King Rosales
Gil Justin Salazar
Michelle Jane Tiu
Deya Tsyna
Joanah Villanueva
The 20 finalists will refine their designs with guidance from Fashion Aid Philippines and leading experts in the country's design and creative industries, and in the next phase of the competition, they will elevate their existing work or develop new pieces for a special exhibition in September.
The Grant 2025 will choose three winners — one for fashion, one for accessories, and one for lifestyle — which will be announced in the same month.
They will receive scholarships to top international design schools, support in product development, and a chance to showcase their creations globally.
The Grant 2025 is a nationwide competition dedicated to discovering and nurturing the next generation of Filipino creatives to bring local artistry to the global spotlight. — Hermes Joy Tunac/LA, GMA Integrated News
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