Okay, fashionites – get those stilettos on and get ready to mingle with A-listers – Audi Fashion Festival is back for the fifth year running. (And you bet we’re gonna be there!)
At a spanking new and larger location – the Tent at Marina Promenade – expect to be star-struck by stunning showcases from both local and international designers. Co-located with the trade and consumer pillars of the Asian Fashion Exchange, AFF aims to contribute to building the future of Singapore as a fashion city with its display of remarkable craft pieces.
Opening the festival with a collaborative show by Mrs. Carolina Herrara, and her daughter, Carolina Herrera de Báez, The House of Herrara will mark Mrs. Herrara’s debut in Asia, with her works from the F/W 2013 collections of Carolina Herrara New York, and CH Carolina Herrara. Batting for this team: First Ladies Jacqueline Oasis and MObama, as well as A-listers like Katie Holmes and Renee Zellweger.
Of course our homegrown heartthrobs are going to make an appearance – and we wouldn’t miss it even if it means cramping in our stilettos. RAOUL will reveal their F/W 2013 collection with Victoria’s Secret Supermodel Erin Heatherton as their opening highlight; Ashley Isham, who really needs no introduction, will return to AFF with his draping and tailoring methods; and for the first time ever, our favourite Ong Shunmugam will take the AFF stage. Guys, there are truly no words to describe this proud moment.
International highlights include Peter Pilotto, known for their flattering prints that have a cult fashion ed following (guys, we’re defo on this wagon), and the legendary Tsumori Chisato, whose attention to detail is unparalleled.
AFF will close with Hussein Chalayan, twice-named British Designer of the Year for his innovation, meticulous attention to detail, and progressive attitude towards technology. Chalayan’s signature conceptual designs have enabled him to bring fashion to another level: his works have been displayed in various prestigious gallery and museum exhibitions in Tokyo, Berlin, and New York.
Events are ticketed or by invite only. Ladies, it is the fashion world. For more information on AFF 2013 and full event listings, check out their website or head straight to SISTIC for those tickets.
Audi Fashion Festival 2013, 15-19 May 2013, Marina Promenade, 30 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039803.