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Fashion and technology converge

Experience a groundbreaking fusion of style and innovation at the Philippine Blockchain Week's inaugural event.

Published Aug 30, 2023 06:38 am

At A Glance

  • The event is the Philippines' first-ever Metaverse Fashion Gala and will be held on September 18 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, Newport World Resorts Manila. It is part of the Philippine Blockchain Week (PBW).
  • World-renowned Filipino fashion designer Michael Cinco is headlining the event, aiming to redefine the boundaries between the physical and digital worlds in fashion.
  • Cheska Gonzales, the PBW convenor, emphasizes that the partnership with Michael Cinco showcases the transformative power of blockchain technology, not only displaying its limitless possibilities but also how it can enhance creative professions.
  • The gala will offer a unique experience where real-life models and their digital avatars will walk the runway in matching Michael Cinco outfits. Selected pieces will be available for purchase, both as physical gowns and as special edition digital collectibles.
  • A portion of the proceeds from the event will go to the World Wildlife Fund for the conservation of endangered species and the Global Reskilling Movement, an initiative aimed at providing better opportunities for youth.
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Fashion and technology collide as world-renowned Filipino fashion designer Michael Cinco holds the country's first-ever Metaverse Fashion Gala! Witness as Michael Cinco redefines the boundaries of creativity and innovation at the Philippine Blockchain Week (PBW) Metaverse Fashion Gala on September 18 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, Newport World Resorts Manila.

“Fashion has always been about redefining barriers, and right now, there’s no bigger barrier than taking what’s physical into the digital,” says Cinco. “I’m excited to be partnering with PBW and even more excited for everyone to see what we have planned.”

Cheska Gonzales, PBW convenor emphasizes the partnership with Michael Cinco as an embodiment of the transformative power of blockchain technology. The event will showcase not only the limitless possibilities of blockchain technology but also how it can complement and enhance the work of creative professionals.

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The event will hold a unique opportunity for both collectors and fashion enthusiasts. At the Gala, collectors will witness the convergence of reality and imagination as it showcases signature Cinco pieces on real-life models and the runway models' avatars strutting down the runway in the same outfits in the Metaverse. It is a fashion fantasy coming true as these gowns make a splash both in the physical and virtual worlds. For collectors, selected pieces will be available for purchase through an exclusive pre-sale offering the physical gowns and special edition digital collectibles.

Before the grand gala, PBW attendees will also be treated to an exclusive exhibit of Michael Cinco's masterpieces displayed throughout the venue.

This event is not all glitz and glamour as a portion of the proceeds will be directed towards the World Wildlife Fund for the conservation of endangered species and the Global Reskilling Movement, a global initiative dedicated to providing better youth opportunities.

Be immersed in the crossroads of fashion and innovation. Visit pbw.ph/mc for more information.

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