Andre Soriano | |
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 Soriano at his San Diego home | |
| Born | September 17, 1970 |
| Nationality | Filipino American |
| Citizenship | American |
| Education | FIDM at San Francisco |
| Occupation(s) | fashion designer, television actor |
| Label | Andre Soriano |
| Political party | Republican |
| Website | andresoriano |
AndreSoriano (born September 17, 1970) is an American fashion designer, specializing in couture and wedding gowns. He is also a reality television star.
Soriano was born and raised to a Filipino family [1] in Manila, Philippines.
In 2013, he competed on the first season of Styled to Rock and came in 7th place. [2]
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]
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]
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In 2015, her revealing look consisted of orange construction fencing, designed by Andre Soriano