By Cedie Lazaro
Brent Manalo is rewriting the rules of modern fashion. By seamlessly transitioning from mass-market street campaigns to elite, high-end European labels, the actor, model, and former Pinoy Big Brotherhousemate has solidified his status as a premiere luxury fashion muse.
Here is an inside look at how the style icon conquered his “Big 3” dream brands and became the go-to ambassador for global luxury houses.
The “Big 3” Dream Come True: Gucci, Dior, and Louis Vuitton
For Brent, entering the world of high fashion was a literal manifestation. He has openly shared that partnering with Gucci, Dior, and Louis Vuitton formed his personal “Big 3” career checklist—a milestone he has officially achieved.
1. The Jet-Set Vibe at Dioriviera
At the recent Dioriviera Launch at Greenbelt 3, Brent turned heads by defying traditional formal expectations. He showed up in an impeccably tailored, casual denim ensemble that perfectly captured the spirit of Dior’s summer capsule collection. Beyond the red carpet, his relationship with the house extends to intimate sensory experiences, including exclusive Dioriviera fragrance masterclasses.
2. High Society with Generation Gucci
Brent has become a fixture at Gucci’s ultra-exclusive events, most recently making waves at the Gucci Private Summer Aperitivo at Solaire Resort. Rubbing shoulders with global fashion icons like Pia Wurtzbach-Jauncey, Brent represents the new wave of “Generation Gucci”—mixing heritage Italian silhouettes with a youthful, adventurous edge.
3. “LV Boy” Wandering the Streets
Affectionately dubbed the “LV Boy” by fans, Brent’s digital campaigns for Louis Vuitton are a masterclass in urban luxury. Whether posing against sleek holiday backdrops or pairing a classic LV monogram bag with a plaid jacket on the historic streets of Escolta, he brings an effortless, wearable energy to heritage leather goods.
The High-Low Style Philosophy
What truly sets Brent apart for STYLISH Magazine is his unmatched ability to balance extreme luxury with high-street accessibility.
On any given week, Brent can transition from fronting a nationwide Club Penshoppe campaign as their youth ambassador to sitting front-row at a private luxury trunk show. He treats fashion like playground art—unafraid to pair a casual streetwear base with a priceless Tiffany brooch or a Fendi bag. He doesn’t just wear the clothes; he commands them, proving that true style isn’t about the price tag—it is about the perspective.
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