Fashion Academy Manila Press release:

The Physics of Fashion
What does it take for potential to be recognized in the fickle world of fashion?
From the outside, looking in—it would seem that would one require a birthright to be part of this industry; and that’s on top of having the innate talent and eye for aesthetics.
In truth, hard work takes more merit in the quest to make it. The high-gloss aesthetic and whirlwind glamour that surrounds the industry is merely a facade to the highly technical and creative industry that requires those who are serious about it to roll up their sleeves and get in the trenches. But for the first time, a Fashion Academy is taking on the task of teaching the artistry behind it, in the hopes of cultivating a new generation of industry professionals.
The Diversity of Fashion

The fashion world is a diverse industry—and The Fashion Academy intends to bring it all together under one roof to become a springboard for anyone who is passionate about modeling, design, photography and beauty. Featuring seven specialized curriculum focusing on Photography, Make-Up, Hair Creatives, Fashion, Styling, Modeling, Artists’ lab and Personality Enhancement, the academy provides a platform by which an inherent skill can be developed through practical application.
“The classes will equip students with the right tools as well as the necessary knowledge, experience and insights through mentors who are considered to be professionals in the business,” says Center Manager Cindy Arguelles – Lichauco.
More individualized learning platforms are available to help students develop their unique and personal style; while specialized classes in personality enhancement are included in the academy’s Executive Series which is a strong suit not just for fashionistas, but for any serious career professional in any industry.
Where Fashion and Art Gather

To mark this pioneering initiative, the grand opening of the Fashion Academy Manila has brought together the most prominent names in the industry to launch the artwork of multi-awarded photographer Xander Angeles, with guest creative director, Raymond Gutierrez.

The exhibit, a rich showcase of photography, graphic design, light and fashion, will be displayed in The Podium.
“The evening was a milestone for the Philippine fashion industry—where esteemed names and personalities joined us to celebrate the artistry behind fashion. We hope this serves as inspiration and encouragement for those wanting to enter the world of fashion to come and give it a try. It may just be the best decision of their lives” ends The Fashion Academy’s Creative Director Xander Angeles. 

The Fashion Academy Manila is located at 3/F A.Venue Mall, Makati Avenue, Makati City. For more information, you may log on to www.thefashionacademymanila.com or call telephone numbers 909-7400 or 0917-5034583

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Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening by Robert Frost

Whose woods these are I think I know.
His house is in the village, though;
He will not see me stopping here
To watch his woods fill up with snow.

My little horse must think it queer
To stop without a farmhouse near
Between the woods and frozen lake
The darkest evening of the year.

He gives his harness bells a shake
To ask if there is some mistake.
The only other sound’s the sweep
Of easy wind and downy flake.

The woods are lovely, dark, and deep,
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep.

Too many people have died here… their pain is what helped me grow up ~Akatsuki

Bow down, archangels, in your dim abode:

Before you were, or any hearts to beat,

Weary and kind one lingered by His seat;

He made the world to be a grassy road

Before her wandering feet.

William Butler Yeats

“A ship should not ride on a single anchor, nor life on a single hope.” Epictetus

“Dusk, is just an illusion, because the sun is either above the horizon or below it. And that means that day and night are linked in a way that few things are; there cannot be one without the other, yet they cannot exist at the same time. How would it feel, I remember wondering to be always together, yet forever apart?”

“For my part I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me dream.”~ Vincent van Gogh

The only gift that I want was given to me (in advanced) last July.

And that gift is the full version of: FATE

Until now I’m still playing Fate. Almost every weekend night, I get to play until 1:00 am in the morning. My mom gets mad at me because I use her laptop when playing. Usually, she tells me: “That’s enough already! It’s so late! It’s morning already!”

Yet its fun to play Fate…I don’t like it…I LOVE it!!!!!!!