Benilde Fashion Design and Merchandising

18/05/2026

In celebration of National Heritage Month this May, Slim’s Fashion & Arts School, an institution of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), is launching a series of Saturday workshops on couture Filipiniana techniques.

The initiative is organized in partnership with Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) through Juana Creatives, an inclusive co-working and skill-building hub for women freelancers, hobbyists, cultural practitioners, and design entrepreneurs.

The series is headlined by the “Art of Embellishments” workshop, which will run for four Saturdays, May 23 and 30, and June 6 and 13. A "Pañuelo-making” session will be held on June 20 and 27, while a "Crafting the Filipiniana Butterfly Sleeve” masterclass is slated for July 4 and 11. For more information, visit facebook.com/SlimsFashionSchool or e-mail [email protected].

Read the full feature here:
https://www.bworldonline.com/arts-and-leisure/2026/05/18/750130/style-05-18-26/

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In celebration of National Heritage Month this May, Slim’s Fashion & Arts School, an institution of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), is launching a series of Saturday workshops on couture Filipiniana techniques.

The initiative is organized in partnership with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) through Juana Creatives, an inclusive co-working and skill-building hub for women freelancers, hobbyists, cultural practitioners, and design entrepreneurs.

The series is headlined by the “Art of Embellishments” workshop, which will run for four Saturdays, May 23 and 30, and June 6 and 13. A "Pañuelo-making” session will be held on June 20 and 27, while a "Crafting the Filipiniana Butterfly Sleeve” masterclass is slated for July 4 and 11. For more information, visit Slim's Fashion & Arts School (Official Page) or e-mail [email protected].

Read the full feature here:
https://www.bworldonline.com/arts-and-leisure/2026/05/18/750130/style-05-18-26/

Thank you, BusinessWorld!

13/05/2026

In celebration of the National Heritage Month, Slim’s is pleased to launch a series of couture Filipiniana techniques in collaboration with Juana Creatives and TESDA Women's Center, who will be hosting the venue. We are honored to begin this series with our first workshop offering, The Art of Embellishment, a tribute to Filipino craftsmanship, heritage, and refined creative expression.

Through the Art of Embellishments let us discover the art of transforming garments into statement pieces through creative, hand-executed embellishment techniques. This course explores both traditional and contemporary methods used to enhance fashion designs with texture, depth, and individuality, with all work completed entirely by hand to develop precision, creativity, and a strong understanding of materials and surface design.

We invite you to be part of this meaningful celebration of Filipino craftsmanship and creativity. Join us in this workshop by registering through the QR code or link provided and take the first step in your journey into the Art of Couture.

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/###LtT16RYUY5XLt7

11/05/2026

What a night 🎬✨🍿👠🎞️

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our The Devil Wears Prada 2 block screening at The Red Carpet Cinema. 🎥

From the outfits, the energy, the photos, and all the support shown for the FDM Business Track students, this night truly felt like our own little Runway moment. 🖤📰

This fundraising event helped support our upcoming thesis pop-up this year, featuring the brands and products of the Fashion Design and Merchandising Business Track Batch 2027 students, and we are so grateful to everyone who helped make it possible.

To our professors, friends, families, and fellow students: thank you for showing up, dressing up, and being part of such an unforgettable night. 💃🏼🌃🌟

This event was made possible in cooperation with ZUS Coffee, with special thanks to Pastries and Blooms for the lovely treats and support throughout the evening ☕️🍪🌷✨

Because as Miranda said… “this stuff matters.”

“That’s all.” 😉🖤

07/05/2026

Lights, Camera, Fashion 👠🎬✨🔱
Join us for a special block screening of The Devil Wears Prada 2 🍿🎞️

Place: The Red Carpet Cinema, Shangri-La Plaza Date: May 9, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Registration starts at 5:30 PM

Dress Code: New York 2000s 🧣🧥🖤👠

Come dressed up, bring your family, friends, & enjoy a fabulous night with us.
See you there 👀❣️💋

Special thanks to our partner ZUS Coffee

29/04/2026

From encapsulating the rich tradition of craftsmanship of their hometowns to translating the language of memory, music, and nostalgia into tangible works of art, here are the next-gen designers whose creative and innovative concepts wish to reshape the future of fashion—one where theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and creative vision align.

First seen at the 10th anniversary showcase of Sinulid, the highly successful annual culminating event of the Fashion Design and Merchandising (FDM) Program of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), the debut collections of these promising talents bring forth contemporary approaches and distinct voices into the conventions of the local style scene.

Thank you, BusinessMirror, for the feature!

FROM encapsulating the rich tradition of craftsmanship of their hometowns to translating the language of memory, music, and nostalgia into tangible works of art, here are the next-gen designers whose creative and innovative concepts wish to reshape the future of fashion—one where theoretical knowl...

27/04/2026

The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) has granted funding to the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) to authenticate, modernize and preserve traditional Filipino fine jewelry through systematic tools and advanced digital technologies.

Four representatives from the college participated in an international benchmarking and attended a hands-on training in Portugal, a country known as a champion of filigree making. It strengthened the initiative’s comparative framework and paved the way for local heirloom jewelry traditions to be preserved with distinct Filipino identity, while it is contextualized within global best practices.

The team of Benildean educators was led by Christine Cheryl Benet, director of Slim’s Fashion and Arts School. She was accompanied by Fashion Design and Merchandising Program chairperson Ionica Abrahan Lim and FDM faculty members Roxoanne Bagano-Dizon and Brendon Ellis Bigay.

Read the full feature here:
https://www.philstar.com/business/2026/04/26/2523547/boosting-made-philippines-through-heirloom-jewelry-preservation

Thank you, The Philippine Star!

22/04/2026

Fashion takes center stage once again at Sinulid, the annual fashion show of De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB)'s Fashion Design and Merchandising (FDM) program, which provides a platform for emerging creatives in the local design scene.

From this year's batch of designers, five stood out with promising debut collections, drawing inspiration from their hometowns to their personal stories.

Thank you, ABS-CBN, for the feature!

Fashion takes center stage once again at Sinulid, the annual fashion show of De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde's Fashion Design and Merchandising program, which provides a platform for emerging creatives in the local design scene.

22/04/2026

LOOK: Before becoming the first openly trans person and the first of Filipino descent to emerge as the grand winner in the history of the long-running Project Runway, Veejay Floresca first pursued her dreams as a young scholar under the Fashion Design and Merchandising (FDM) Program of De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB). She later graduated cm laude and is now one of the sought-after names in the New York fashion scene.

Discover her inspiring creative journey — from the halls of the Benilde Design + Arts Campus (then School of Design and Arts) to the runways of New York Fashion Week — in the latest episode of iWant TFC's Gamechangers, a Metro Channel-produced documentary series that follows exceptional Filipinos as they shape culture, redefine success, and raise the Philippine flag globally.

The episode is now available for premium viewing on https://bit.ly/iWantGamechangers.

22/04/2026

The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) has bestowed a grant to the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) to authenticate, modernize, and preserve traditional Filipino fine jewelry through systematic tools and advanced digital technologies.

This was formalized through a ceremonial signing between Benilde and DOST-PCIEERD, which marked the cooperation between the government, academe, and industry to foster cultural preservation, innovation, and global competitiveness.

Thank you, The Market Monitor, for the feature!

Filipino heirloom jewelry preservation project underway • Lifestyle & Features • The Market Monitor

14/04/2026

Young creatives from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) recently traveled to Milan, Florence and Como in Italy, where they were exposed to global design identities, production processes and cultural perspectives.

The second run of the international educational tour took place in Milan, one of the world’s major fashion capitals. It was led by the Fashion Design and Merchandising Program (FDM) under the School of Environment and Design (SED), aiming to provide students with hands-on learning beyond the classroom.

Thank you, Manila Standard, for the feature!

Young creatives from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) recently traveled to Milan, Florence and Como in Italy, where they were exposed to

30/03/2026

BusinessMirror
March 30, 2026
Style; Page B5

Slim’s Fashion & Arts School, an institution of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), has named fashion design and merchandising expert Christine Yadao Benet as the new school director. Benet brings with her over 30 years of experience in the fashion industry, with extensive involvement in the Manufacturing and Merchandising sector.

Thank you, BusinessMirror, for the feature!

BusinessMirror
March 30, 2026
Style; Page B5

Slim’s Fashion & Arts School, an institution of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), has named fashion design and merchandising expert Christine Cheryl Y. Benet as the new school director. Benet brings with her over 30 years of experience in the fashion industry, with extensive involvement in the Manufacturing and Merchandising sector.

Thank you, BusinessMirror, for the feature!