R’Bonney Nola | How to Survive on Land and Sea Collection | BENCH Fashion Week Holiday 2024

R’BONNEY NOLA GABRIEL
Hailing from Houston, Texas, USA, R'Bonney Nola Gabriel is a Filipino-American fashion designer known for her eco-conscious approach. She began her journey in the fashion industry by earning a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, majoring in Fashion Design with a minor in Fibers, from the University of North Texas. Her passion for reconstructing key materials-recycling unique fabrics, pre-existing clothing, and scraps-fuels her innate ingenuity, continually evolving her design process while championing efforts to combat textile pollution in the fashion industry.
In addition to advancing her brand, “R’Bonney Nola,” R’Bonney also conducts sewing workshops, reflecting her zeal for empowering individuals through education. R’bonney Nola launches her debut collection in the Philippines through Bench Fashion Week.
ABOUT THE COLLECTION:
R’Bonney’s collection, “How to Survive on Land and Sea,” is inspired by her Filipino and American roots. The collection poignantly depicts her current state in her career as she moves into the next chapter: navigating the Philippines alone with just a couple of suitcases, hopes, and drive, miles away from her studio and sewing supplies.
“How to Survive on Land and Sea” masterfully blends the contrasting elements of streetwear, inspired by her hometown of Houston, Texas, and beachwear, reflecting the beautiful beaches of the Philippines. With this collection, R’Bonney transforms recycled clothing and fabrics into a unique assortment of pieces, all highlighted by her signature deconstructing technique.

[@marivicgabrielakatsuka8922]

SUPER COOL QUEEN RBONNEY GABRIEL🫶🏻👸🏼🤍

[@boyngitpa]

Do we have famous runway models here in ph just asking?

[@MrTheRealThing27]

Congratulations!!! Well deserved 🥂🥂🥂

[@Anonymous-zq4yy]

Some commenters can't even read. Someone wants the designer to stay away from seashells when the collection is clearly named "How to Survive on Land and Sea". 😅

[@marksibuna8310]

🇵🇭🫶🏻🇺🇸🌊

[@PEACEKEEPER-mm3js]

I need to critizied for better :
Honestly its so over crafting as student project. Almost no trend of fashion style maybe Outlet..!! Just more approve to reality business outfit because fashion is war game..!!
I love you R'Bonnie from Thailand 🇹🇭

[@lourdestu5812]

Her designs are not for everybody. Not relatable. I hope she keeps it down. Stay away from seashells, its not gonna happen. Tacky.

[@cindycristobal8738]

So you’re an expert right. Have you even read the title of the fashion? And you want to keep away from seashell you say? Lol.

[@rachellecalero1012]

Ang galing! Kso ang onti, sna nagdagdag p ng designs💕