Mich Dulce is a multifaceted Filipina creative, born in 1981. Most recognized as a fashion designer and milliner, she blends sustainable, ethical materials with traditional European techniques to craft contemporary hats and headpieces. Her work has graced prestigious runways like London and Paris Fashion Week, and been worn by celebrities like Lady Gaga and Celine Dion.
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Mich Dulce, born Michelle Dianne Lopez Dulce is primarily known as a fashion designer and milliner, but her artistry extends far beyond fashion. A champion for social causes, she uses her platform to advocate for positive change. She’s also a multifaceted artist, lending her voice to bands, exploring acting, and even venturing into the world of visual arts. This diverse talent, coupled with her unwavering commitment to ethical practices, cements Dulce’s position as a unique and influential voice in the creative realm. Her journey transcends the boundaries of fashion, leaving an undeniable mark on the cultural landscape.
With her designs worn by entrepenuer Rissa Mananquil Trillo and singer, actress, television presenter and songwriter Karylle, Mich Dulce has gained notoriety amongst the Filipina people.
But for her recent collection, entitled “Reimagining the Amish”, Mich has taken inspiration from an unlikely source as her work has begun to be noticed outside of her native country. Speaking to Filipino based fashion magazine MEGA, Dulce speaks about her clear adoration of the Amish culture. “I’ve always been fascinated with the Amish and their restrictions in terms of dress—that they are only allowed to wear certain colors and styles,” Dulce explains. “I guess I find working with limitations interesting and inspiring!”.
It’s the mix of these traditional flowing fabrics with latex which has sparked the most interest – something which is not generally considered Amish “friendly”. Keen to include a material that has not had as much interest in her native Philippines, Michelle described her wish to include a unique material. I have always been a fan of craft that other people or other designers don’t do,” Dulce shares. “So latex was kind of like that—no one was doing it here so I decided to learn it.”
It’s this combination of shiny, smooth latex with rougher linen and cotton which provides a strong contrast. Whilst many latex garments are generally tight and designed to show off the wearers curves, Mich Dulce’s designers are flowing and loose providing a different aesthetic, thanks to the dresses and aprons which form large parts of the collection.
With such a unique approach to the inclusion of latex apparel, we look forward to seeing what Mich Dulce produces in the future.
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