The Next Paradigm
The Covid-19 pandemic has turned the world upside down, shaking almost all industries to their core and forcing many businesses to downsize or worst, fold up. The global fashion industry is no exception and the Philippine fashion scene is feeling the impact, too. More than seven months after the entire Luzon has been placed on the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ), Tatler catches up with Manila-based designers Patty Ang, Mark Bumgarner, Rajo Laurel, Dennis Lustico and Vania Romoff to see how they are keeping their businesses afloat and the industry alive. Enjoy this interesting exchange moderated by Tatler Philippines editor-in-chief Anton San Diego.
ANTON SAN DIEGO How has the Covid-19 pandemic affected the fashion industry?
PATTY ANG I would say quite bad. But then again, it is a matter of how you cope and pivot with the situation. You must listen to what people want and what people need now.
“Often I feel like we are in a roller coaster ride—some days are good; some, not so. Basically, we’re trying to get our bearings and figuring out what to do next. It’s not easy” — RAJO LAUREL
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