MEGA honors these designers who have redefined how we accessorize, adding layers of meaning, emotion, and artistry to the fashion landscape
Accessories are more than just finishing touches—they’re statements, symbols of identity, and moments of storytelling that elevate any look. The Best Accessory Designer category at the MEGA Fashion Awards 2024 celebrates those who push the boundaries of what accessories can be as they become the focal point of any outfit.
Neil Felipp x Kelvin Morales
This creative partnership takes a nostalgic childhood game and transforms it into a poignant symbol of artistry. By incorporating the jackstone—an object tied to their shared memories—Neil Felipp and Kelvin Morales have crafted emotionally resonant accessories that mix personal history with bold design.
Adante Leyesa
Adante Leyesa’s creations are statement pieces that exude confidence and craftsmanship. With a focus on multicolored layeringLayeringThe styling practice of wearing multiple garments or accessories together to create depth, texture, and warmth. Effective layering plays with proportions, lengths, and fabrics, and works in tropical climates too,Go to Layering Glossary, Leyesa looks to tradition with contemporary design, making each piece a standout.
Ericson Manansala
Ericson Manansala’s approach features intricate details and unique materials that spark curiosity. Manansala’s work is rooted in heritage, but he masterfully injects modernity, making his pieces timeless yet avant-gardeAvant-GardeExperimental fashion that pushes boundaries and challenges conventional ideas of shape, material, and beauty. Avant-garde designers treat clothing as art, presenting sculptural silhouettes and unexpected textures on runways, and theirGo to Avant-Garde Glossary in handmade creation. His accessories are for those who want to make a subtle but powerful statement.
BJ Chavez
BJ Chavez achieves the perfect combination of grace and edge, creating designs that are both wearable and undoubtedly distinctive. Chavez’s accessories are versatile, able to elevate both everyday outfits and red-carpet ensembles, making him a favorite in the fashion world.
To see the other nominees for the MEGA Fashion Awards 2024 Best Of The Year category, click here.
