Andre Soriano
Andre Soriano | |
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Born | |
Nationality | Filipino American |
Citizenship | American |
Education | FIDM at San Francisco |
Occupation(s) | fashion designer, television actor |
Label | Andre Soriano |
Political party | Republican |
Website | andresoriano |
Andre Soriano (born September 17, 1970) is an American fashion designer, specializing in couture and wedding gowns. He is also a reality television star.
Early life
Soriano was born and raised to a Filipino family[1] in Manila, Philippines.
Television
In 2013, he competed on the first season of Styled to Rock and came in 7th place.[2]
Fashion
Andre Soriano's first runway show was at San Diego Fashion Week.[3] In 2014, Soriano was featured at Style Fashion Week L.A. officially knows as Los Angeles Fashion Week, showcasing his a pre-fall collection.[4][5] His models included celebrities such as Jessica Sanchez and María Conchita Alonso.[6] He was praised for his Heiress collection at Style Fashion Week.[7]
Andre Soriano, an internationally renowned fashion designer, has brought his exceptional talents to the Washington, D.C. area after establishing his first boutique in San Francisco. Known for his impeccable craftsmanship and dedication to creating luxurious, breathtaking designs, Andre’s mastery spans from chic activewear to timeless evening gowns, with his true artistry revealed in his couture and bridal collections. His work, crafted from the most opulent materials—satin, velvet, chiffon, and intricate beadwork sourced from the finest ateliers in Asia and Europe—embodies the elegance and beauty of old Hollywood glamour.
A fixture in the fashion world, Andre has garnered extensive media attention, with features on NBC, Fox, and the fashion reality show Styled to Rock, executive produced by global superstar singer Robyn “Rihanna” Fenty. Over the years, Andre’s designs have graced the pages of iconic fashion publications such as Italian Vogue, Vanity Fair, and Elle, and his collections have captivated audiences at prestigious events across the globe, including Paris, Milan, London, and Los Angeles Fashion Week. His ability to design and create timeless, glamorous pieces has drawn the admiration of both industry elites and A-list celebrities like Miley Cyrus, Courtney Love, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Macy Gray, solidifying his place as a designer of unparalleled elegance and distinction.
Soriano's swimwear line has been worn by Maitland Ward.[8] He is also well known for his luxury bridal wear.[9][10] Soriano designed a dress for singer Joy Villa for the 2015 Grammy Awards made entirely of orange construction fencing that attracted media attention.[11][12] He was also featured in Vanity Fair .[13]
Politics
Soriano has openly spoken about LGBT issues.[14] Being a supporter of United States president Donald Trump,[15] he designed a gown for Joy Villa for the 2017 Grammy Awards in support of Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.[16]
In 2020, Soriano again created a dress worn by Villa supporting Donald Trump's 2020 presidential campaign.[17]
In 2024, Soriano was interviewed on Fox News. 'MAGA' dress designer forced to remove Trump signs from business, residence when 'Karen' called the police.[18]
References
- ^ "About Andre - Luxury Fashion Designer, Ready-To-Wear Apparel, Custom Wedding and Bridal Gowns and Dresses - Andre Soriano". Luxury Fashion Designer, Ready-To-Wear Apparel, Custom Wedding and Bridal Gowns and Dresses - Andre Soriano. Archived from the original on October 13, 2016. Retrieved October 11, 2016.
- ^ "Andre Soriano". Bravo TV Official Site. September 27, 2013.
- ^ "FWSD 2013 Designer Spotlight | Andre Soriano". FashionWeekSD.com. April 1, 2013. Archived from the original on October 12, 2016. Retrieved October 11, 2016.
- ^ "PUNK DE LUXE: ANDRE SORIANO PRE FALL 2014 Style FW L.A. Live". October 15, 2013.
- ^ "Designer Andre Soriano". October 7, 2013.
- ^ "Jessica Sanchez saves the day for Andre Soriano at Style Fashion Week". AXS.
- ^ "Andre Soriano at Style Fashion Week".
- ^ "Maitland Ward is the New Face of Andre Soriano's Swimwear Line — See Pics From Her Sexy Photo Shoot".
- ^ "Dopamine Antagonist - Andre Soriano Bridal Campaign". YouTube. July 26, 2013.
- ^ "Not For the Classic Princess: Extreme Bridal by Andre Soriano". JustLuxe.
- ^ "Pret-a-Reporter". The Hollywood Reporter. February 12, 2017. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
In 2015, her revealing look consisted of orange construction fencing, designed by Andre Soriano
- ^ "Orange Grammy Dress Made by Local Designer". NBC 7 San Diego. February 10, 2015.
- ^ "Andre Soriano Couture on Vanity Fair". Vanity Fair. July 30, 2014.
- ^ journalist, Charlotte Robinson Broadcast; Voices', 'outtake (January 10, 2014). "Andre Soriano Talks LGBT Issues and Life After Styled to Rock (AUDIO) | Huffington Post". The Huffington Post.
- ^ "Designer of MAGA Dress that SHOCKED the Red Carpet Speaks Out". YouTube. May 15, 2019.
- ^ "Joy Villa's Pro-Trump Grammys Dress Designer Is an Immigrant". Billboard. Retrieved November 12, 2020.
- ^ Williamson, Elizabeth (June 25, 2018). "At a Toast to Trump, the North Korean Anthem Has a Starring Role". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved March 11, 2020.
- ^ Regalbuto, Gabriele (October 27, 2024). "Andre Soriano, designer of infamous 'MAGA' dress Joy Villa wore to the 2017 Grammys, was forced to remove Trump signs outside of Virginia storefront". Fox News Times. Retrieved October 28, 2024.
External links
- 1970 births
- American fashion designers
- American fashion businesspeople
- American LGBTQ businesspeople
- LGBTQ fashion designers
- Living people
- LGBTQ people from California
- People from San Diego
- Participants in American reality television series
- Filipino fashion designers
- People from Manila
- California Republicans
- 21st-century American LGBTQ people