Intent is not as good as the action, so they say. Much in the same vein, ideas are only as good as the final output. Even the best laid plans won’t work if you don’t put it to, well, work. But for creatives–both budding and seasoned alike–in the fashion scene and its adjacent industries, this may be a lot easier said than done. Bringing an idea to life–especially a great idea–not only takes a lot of work, but also resources.
While it’s been proven time and again that taking the DIY route purely and all the way is possible, know that this doesn’t have to be the standard. After all, while the goal is the destination, the most memorable part about it is often the journey. The only other thing that tops it off is being in good company to share it with.
Philippine Fashion Week (PhFW) has always been an avid proponent of collaborative work that showcases the ingenuity of the Filipino’s creative talent. From fashion to dining, beverage & spirits, home, travel, music, arts & entertainment, and wellness, these different sectors find a common ground within the space that PhFW has to offer.
Art is Not an Island
Creative work is never one-dimensional. It’s not just the artist, it’s also the audience. It’s not just the canvas, it’s also the medium. It’s not just the creation, it’s also the consumption. Whether it’s art, music, or fashion, several components can work together to form a cohesive whole.
What usually comes as the outcome is a multisensory experience that provides a lasting memory. But more than that, it can trigger a curiosity, an exploration, an inspiration, a fresh surge in creative momentum that continues the lineage of innovative work, allowing for the artistry to further grow and develop.
Once everything comes together, the next question to solve is: where does it go? To reach the audience (doesn’t have to be the biggest, per se, but rather, the right ones), the right platform is needed. What better than the runways of Philippine Fashion Week, then, to make for the perfect take-off?
The Perfect Blend
There’s something tantalizing about having different creative elements falling into place and working in sync together. The culmination of a great partnership, of course, deserves to be shared in a venue that would be able to grant due credit and respect to the creative minds behind the actualization of the Great Idea.
Successful collaborations become so, not only because the collaborators worked well together. It’s also because they were able to bring the final output to the finish line side by side with each other. Whatever differences that may arise during the process (and there will be plenty of those, believe it), the important thing is that you don’t lose sight of the goal.
The runways of Philippine Fashion Week are ready for you–all that’s left is for you to commit to be there.
Ready to Launch
Creatives need not worry that collaborations will dilute the essence of their self-expression that’s meant to be reflected in their work. There is a way to find the right fit and to get the right balance so that the goals of everyone involved can be achieved.
Especially in today’s global world, where interdisciplinary, multinational partnerships prove inevitable, it’s even more crucial for creators to understand the value and practice the skillful art of collaboration. Remember, on your own, a creative idea may be good. But with the right collaborators, a good idea may even become great.
Philippine Fashion Week is waiting to see what you have to offer to the table. Afterall, as PhFW’s conviction goes: Every great idea deserves a runway.™
