Tokyo Fashion Week 2026 SS Designer | Steph Verano From her days at ESMOD Paris to the global runway of Tokyo Fashion Week, Steph Verano has been on a journey of vision, craft, and courage. In this exclusive interview, she reflects on what it means to compete—and showcase—alongside fellow designers who inspire her to push boundaries. For Steph, the pressure is real, but so is the passion to represent Philippine fashion with no regrets. Her collection “CAST” revisits coastal Europe through muted

Tokyo Fashion Week 2026 SS Designer | Peach Garde From the province of Iloilo to the international spotlight of Tokyo Fashion Week, Peach Garde (Peter) is proof that raw talent, when nurtured, can bloom into global artistry. In this exclusive interview, Peach reflects on how winning the BENCH Design Awards 2025 became more than just recognition—it was validation. It gave him the confidence to embrace his unique style and craftsmanship, fueling his evolution from a young dreamer to a designer rea