From Dubai to Cannes: Michael Cinco’s fashion reign continues

From Dubai to Cannes: Michael Cinco’s fashion reign continues

Dubai-based Filipino designer Michael Cinco, who dressed up top Cambodian actress Yubin Shin in an electric blue gown with thousands of laser-cut flower detailing at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, claims his war cry for this prestigious film and fashion showcase is simple: “Go big or go home.” And he has followed this fashion philosophy religiously every year when he sends a large shipment of gowns so that celebrities attending the festival from around the globe can live their fantasy red carpet moment. “In my experience of dressing up stars from around the globe at Cannes, the actors and their stylists seek out huge, humongous gowns with long trains ... Think big and dramatic,” said Cinco in an exclusive interview with Gulf News over the phone. “After all, it’s often their dream to walk the famous red carpet and make a bold fashion statement,” said Cinco with a laugh. Case in point: the tulle and organza flower-studded royal blue gown with halter neck worn by Shin took over a month to execute and assemble, showcasing Cinco’s attention to detail and craftsmanship. The actress was spotted at the red carpet premiere of 'Firebrand', a film in the Cannes competition section. For