Monday, September 14, 2015

Samsung S Carpet - Noteworthy Edge Making Fashion Technology

September 1, 2015 at SM Aura SMX Convention Center, Samsung launch of this year’s most anticipated smartphones Samsung Galaxy Note5 and S6 Edge+. They have partnered with Fashion and Design Council of the Philippines (FDCP) to bring forth the S CARPET event featuring an interactive digital fashion show that illustrated the marriage of style and technology as well as supporting of Filipino artistry and creativity. Samsung Electronics Philippines also presented the first-ever Samsung Noteworthy Award, and the first-ever Samsung Edge Maker Awards.

The event was hosted by the ever beautiful Solenn Heusaff.

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Acclaimed designers Avel Bacudio, James Reyes, Ivarluski Aseron, Vic Barba, Joey Samson, and Anthony Nocom opened the show by unveiling the White Pearl Collection. Designers sketching their designs on a blank canvass using Samsung Galaxy Note5 with the SPen.



Mirroring the elegant glass and metal finish of the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+, Silver Titanium & Gold Platinum Collection by Jerome Ang, Joel Escober, Ramon Esteban, Gerry Katigbak, Pablo Cabahug, Kristel Yulo, Ronaldo Arnaldo, Happy Andrada, Hindy Tantoco, and Noel Crisostomo followed.

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Taking their traditional terno, reinventing traditional into modern, closing the show works of art by designers Dong Omaga-Diaz, Frederick Peralta, JC Buendia, Jojie Lloren, Randy Ortiz, and Albert Andrada.

“Empowered by digital technology, this generation is open to taking more risks, to push the boundaries of their preconceived limits. A big part of that is because there are brands like Samsung that empower consumers to do more by making it easier to capture, create, and share cherished moments of note,” ends Digs Dimagiba, Business Unit Head of the IT & Mobile Division of Samsung Electronics Philippines.

Acknowledging noteworthy individual whose unmatched achievements are true moments of note; as well the catalysts of this generation who dared to push boundaries, and drive their passions to the edge, Samsung presented the Samsung Noteworthy Awardee and Edge Maker Awardees.

“Putting the spotlight on these notable individuals was a way for Samsung to be true to its commitment of being enablers of consumers through relentless innovation in mobile technology. The Samsung Noteworthy award is given to an individual who has been able to create a lasting mark in his field by being relentlessly driven to do more and ultimately achieve more. On the other hand, the Samsung Edge Maker award is given to distinct individuals who are known for pushing boundaries, and passionately honing their crafts to their finest. Recognizing these individuals also paves the way for Samsung to continuously innovate and empower different lifestyles through our mobile devices,” says Chad Sotelo, Head of Corporate Marketing at Samsung Electronics Philippines.

Samsung S Carpet Inno Sotto


Philippine Prince of Fashion Inno Sotto, with more than 30 years of creating magic in the fashion industry and being every bride’s dream designer, his achievements extend beyond ultimately making his mark in international fashion, took home the first-ever Samsung Noteworthy award.

Samsung also recognized some of this generation’s catalysts who serve as inspirations.

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First is is top fashion photographer Xander Angeles with an acclaimed portfolio marked by edginess, sensuality, and irreverent display of light and color. He has also gone on a personal mission to actively pursue running and healthy living.

Next is premier celebrity fashion stylist Liz Uy. An ultimate fashion authority, she serves as Preview magazine’s editor-at-large, and has a client roster that includes some of the country’s top stars.

Included on the list is award-winning actress Iza Calzado. Aside from her timeless beauty, Iza is known for her prowess in acting which has won her awards from Gawad Urian and Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Foundation Awards to name a few. This year, she went beyond her TV & film career, with her successful stage debut via the musical “Sabel: Love and Passion.”

Last but not the least is fashion journalist Ingrid Chua-Go. Her blog Bag Hag Diaries has garnered international following which spans across Europe and the United States.

Multimedia personality Bianca Gonzalez-Intal is also an awardee being a household name when it comes to TV hosting. Truly a woman of substance and diverse passions, she is Meg magazine’s editor-at-large, a best-selling book author, and has also been a UNICEF supporter since 2007. She was not able to grace the event.


Samsung S Carpet Tessa Prieto Valdes
Tessa Prieto Valdes experiencing the new Samsung Galaxy Note5

It was a great event filled with inspiration and a fusion of fashion and technology. Celebrities as well as tech bloggers and media graced the event. Samsung Level Accessories were also seen for the first time.

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