Theres a natural elegance to each item that is very much inspired by the designers idol, Imelda Marcos which is not surprising. Who else is the poster child of 24-hour-party but our very own Madame? He has designed tshirts and bags with bejeweled portrait of the former First Lady. Even the quirkiest of his pieces is injected with a natural polish that is very much inspired by her.
There is a particular quality inherent in Claparols designs a regal bearing with trend-setting good taste. His pret-a-porter conjures Malacanang parties in the 70s, when rock n roll was dance music, international stars were guests among dignitaries, and dry martinis were the order of the day, sipped by ladies whose necks were perfumed with Private Collection by Estee Lauder. In those days anybody who was somebody was dressed in an Azabache the most name-dropped designer for party dresses of the 70s. Louis hails the witty designer as one of his favorites for her quirky fashion contrariness.
Thats Louis Claparolsthe man behind the cheeky yet charming embellished blouses, skirts, and boleros. He delights in the unfettered allure of the 24hour party girl. With the secret out, and a line of oneofakind pieces readily available, the citys dolls have much to look forward to. When you see those sequins, crystals, pearls, and beads scattered onto a canvas of chic clothing, youll know its Louis.