FASHION FORTE 49th Anniversary Celebration
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FASHION FORTE
49th Year Anniversary Statement
September 19, 2026
1977–2026
Celebrating 49 Years of Fashion Forte: A Legacy of Creativity, Excellence, and Filipino Fashion
This September 19, 2026, Fashion Forte proudly celebrates its 49th Year Anniversary, marking nearly five decades of unwavering commitment to the Philippine fashion industry.
Founded on September 19, 1977, at the historic Philippine Plaza Hotel (formerly Westin Philippine Plaza and later Sofitel Philippine Plaza), Fashion Forte has grown into one of the longest-running independent fashion show platforms in the Philippines. For 49 years, it has provided a professional runway where fashion designers, models, photographers, makeup artists, stylists, students, and emerging creative talents can showcase their artistry and pursue excellence.
Today, Fashion Forte continues its tradition at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Holiday Inn Manila Galleria in Ortigas Center, Quezon City—venues recognized by many fashion enthusiasts as among the country's premier destinations for fashion events.
Under the visionary leadership of Nardie Presa, CEO and President, together with Audie Espino, Director and co-founder of Philippine Fashion Week, Fashion Forte remains dedicated to promoting Filipino creativity while embracing international standards of professionalism, innovation, and artistic excellence.
The name "Forte" represents strength, excellence, and one's greatest talent. Fashion Forte challenges every designer, model, photographer, and creative professional to discover and showcase their unique strengths on the runway.
Fashion is more than clothing—it is culture, identity, creativity, craftsmanship, and a powerful expression of who we are. As the Philippines continues to gain recognition in the global fashion community, Fashion Forte remains committed to supporting Filipino talent and celebrating the beauty of Philippine design.
As Fashion Forte celebrates its 49th Anniversary, it also begins the countdown to its historic Golden Anniversary on September 19, 2027—a milestone that honors fifty years of passion, creativity, and dedication to Philippine fashion.
For 49 years, Fashion Forte has not simply presented fashion shows—it has built a legacy, inspired generations, and created opportunities where creativity meets excellence.
Fashion Forte
49 Years of Fashion Excellence
1977–2026
"Celebrating the Past. Inspiring the Present. Creating the Future."
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FASHION FORTE
Pahayag para sa Ika-49 na Anibersaryo
Setyembre 19, 2026
1977–2026
49 Taon ng Fashion Forte: Pamana ng Malikhaing Sining, Kahusayan, at Moda ng Pilipino
Ngayong Setyembre 19, 2026, buong pagmamalaking ipinagdiriwang ng Fashion Forte ang ika-49 na anibersaryo nito—halos limang dekada ng patuloy na paglilingkod sa industriya ng moda sa Pilipinas.
Itinatag noong Setyembre 19, 1977 sa makasaysayang Philippine Plaza Hotel (dating Westin Philippine Plaza at Sofitel Philippine Plaza), ang Fashion Forte ay kinikilala ngayon bilang isa sa pinakamatagal na nagpapatuloy na independent fashion show platforms sa Pilipinas. Sa loob ng 49 na taon, nagsilbi itong entablado para sa mga fashion designer, modelo, photographer, makeup artist, stylist, estudyante, at iba pang malikhaing Pilipino upang maipakita ang kanilang talento at husay.
Patuloy na ginaganap ang mga palabas ng Fashion Forte sa Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria at Holiday Inn Manila Galleria sa Ortigas Center, Quezon City—mga lugar na kinikilala ng maraming tagahanga ng moda bilang ilan sa mga pangunahing tahanan ng mahuhusay na fashion shows sa bansa.
Sa pamumuno ni Nardie Presa, CEO at Presidente, kasama si Audie Espino, Direktor at co-founder ng Philippine Fashion Week, nananatiling layunin ng Fashion Forte ang itaguyod ang malikhaing talento ng mga Pilipino habang isinusulong ang mataas na pamantayan ng propesyonalismo, inobasyon, at artistikong kahusayan.
Ang salitang "Forte" ay nangangahulugang pinakamalaking lakas o natatanging kakayahan. Ito ang paanyaya ng Fashion Forte sa bawat designer, modelo, photographer, at creative professional na ipakita ang kanilang pinakamahusay na talento sa entablado ng moda.
Ang fashion ay higit pa sa pananamit. Ito ay sining, kultura, pagkakakilanlan, pagkamalikhain, at pagpapahayag ng ating pagkatao. Habang patuloy na kinikilala ang mga Pilipinong designer sa pandaigdigang entablado, nananatiling katuwang ang Fashion Forte sa pagpapalago ng lokal na industriya ng moda.
Sa pagdiriwang ng ika-49 na anibersaryo, sinisimulan din ng Fashion Forte ang paglalakbay patungo sa makasaysayang Golden Anniversary nito sa Setyembre 19, 2027—isang paggunita sa limampung taon ng dedikasyon, inspirasyon, at pagmamahal sa sining ng fashion.
Sa loob ng 49 na taon, ang Fashion Forte ay hindi lamang nagtatanghal ng mga fashion show—ito ay naging tahanan ng mga pangarap, nagbigay ng inspirasyon sa maraming henerasyon, at nagbukas ng mga oportunidad para sa mga Pilipinong malikhain.
Fashion Forte
49 Taon ng Kahusayan sa Moda
1977–2026
"Ipinagdiriwang ang Nakaraan. Pinayayabong ang Kasalukuyan. Hinuhubog ang Kinabukasan."
#FashionForte
#FashionForteAt49
49th Year Anniversary Statement
September 19, 2026
1977–2026
Celebrating 49 Years of Fashion Forte: A Legacy of Creativity, Excellence, and Filipino Fashion
This September 19, 2026, Fashion Forte proudly celebrates its 49th Year Anniversary, marking nearly five decades of unwavering commitment to the Philippine fashion industry.
Founded on September 19, 1977, at the historic Philippine Plaza Hotel (formerly Westin Philippine Plaza and later Sofitel Philippine Plaza), Fashion Forte has grown into one of the longest-running independent fashion show platforms in the Philippines. For 49 years, it has provided a professional runway where fashion designers, models, photographers, makeup artists, stylists, students, and emerging creative talents can showcase their artistry and pursue excellence.
Today, Fashion Forte continues its tradition at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Holiday Inn Manila Galleria in Ortigas Center, Quezon City—venues recognized by many fashion enthusiasts as among the country's premier destinations for fashion events.
Under the visionary leadership of Nardie Presa, CEO and President, together with Audie Espino, Director and co-founder of Philippine Fashion Week, Fashion Forte remains dedicated to promoting Filipino creativity while embracing international standards of professionalism, innovation, and artistic excellence.
The name "Forte" represents strength, excellence, and one's greatest talent. Fashion Forte challenges every designer, model, photographer, and creative professional to discover and showcase their unique strengths on the runway.
Fashion is more than clothing—it is culture, identity, creativity, craftsmanship, and a powerful expression of who we are. As the Philippines continues to gain recognition in the global fashion community, Fashion Forte remains committed to supporting Filipino talent and celebrating the beauty of Philippine design.
As Fashion Forte celebrates its 49th Anniversary, it also begins the countdown to its historic Golden Anniversary on September 19, 2027—a milestone that honors fifty years of passion, creativity, and dedication to Philippine fashion.
For 49 years, Fashion Forte has not simply presented fashion shows—it has built a legacy, inspired generations, and created opportunities where creativity meets excellence.
Fashion Forte
49 Years of Fashion Excellence
1977–2026
"Celebrating the Past. Inspiring the Present. Creating the Future."
________________________________________
FASHION FORTE
Pahayag para sa Ika-49 na Anibersaryo
Setyembre 19, 2026
1977–2026
49 Taon ng Fashion Forte: Pamana ng Malikhaing Sining, Kahusayan, at Moda ng Pilipino
Ngayong Setyembre 19, 2026, buong pagmamalaking ipinagdiriwang ng Fashion Forte ang ika-49 na anibersaryo nito—halos limang dekada ng patuloy na paglilingkod sa industriya ng moda sa Pilipinas.
Itinatag noong Setyembre 19, 1977 sa makasaysayang Philippine Plaza Hotel (dating Westin Philippine Plaza at Sofitel Philippine Plaza), ang Fashion Forte ay kinikilala ngayon bilang isa sa pinakamatagal na nagpapatuloy na independent fashion show platforms sa Pilipinas. Sa loob ng 49 na taon, nagsilbi itong entablado para sa mga fashion designer, modelo, photographer, makeup artist, stylist, estudyante, at iba pang malikhaing Pilipino upang maipakita ang kanilang talento at husay.
Patuloy na ginaganap ang mga palabas ng Fashion Forte sa Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria at Holiday Inn Manila Galleria sa Ortigas Center, Quezon City—mga lugar na kinikilala ng maraming tagahanga ng moda bilang ilan sa mga pangunahing tahanan ng mahuhusay na fashion shows sa bansa.
Sa pamumuno ni Nardie Presa, CEO at Presidente, kasama si Audie Espino, Direktor at co-founder ng Philippine Fashion Week, nananatiling layunin ng Fashion Forte ang itaguyod ang malikhaing talento ng mga Pilipino habang isinusulong ang mataas na pamantayan ng propesyonalismo, inobasyon, at artistikong kahusayan.
Ang salitang "Forte" ay nangangahulugang pinakamalaking lakas o natatanging kakayahan. Ito ang paanyaya ng Fashion Forte sa bawat designer, modelo, photographer, at creative professional na ipakita ang kanilang pinakamahusay na talento sa entablado ng moda.
Ang fashion ay higit pa sa pananamit. Ito ay sining, kultura, pagkakakilanlan, pagkamalikhain, at pagpapahayag ng ating pagkatao. Habang patuloy na kinikilala ang mga Pilipinong designer sa pandaigdigang entablado, nananatiling katuwang ang Fashion Forte sa pagpapalago ng lokal na industriya ng moda.
Sa pagdiriwang ng ika-49 na anibersaryo, sinisimulan din ng Fashion Forte ang paglalakbay patungo sa makasaysayang Golden Anniversary nito sa Setyembre 19, 2027—isang paggunita sa limampung taon ng dedikasyon, inspirasyon, at pagmamahal sa sining ng fashion.
Sa loob ng 49 na taon, ang Fashion Forte ay hindi lamang nagtatanghal ng mga fashion show—ito ay naging tahanan ng mga pangarap, nagbigay ng inspirasyon sa maraming henerasyon, at nagbukas ng mga oportunidad para sa mga Pilipinong malikhain.
Fashion Forte
49 Taon ng Kahusayan sa Moda
1977–2026
"Ipinagdiriwang ang Nakaraan. Pinayayabong ang Kasalukuyan. Hinuhubog ang Kinabukasan."
#FashionForte
#FashionForteAt49
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