Stylish Barong Tagalog by Lou Razon-Chua to be showcased at Independence Day Gala

A handful of celebrities and distinguished guests, including this year's Miss Philippine Independence, will be wearing Razon-Chua's Barong and Terno creations during this 111th celebration ball.

Razon-Chua's flair for mixing traditional materials with modern style has made her a leading source of Barong Tagalog and Filipiniana in the U.S. Her Barong Tagalog creations are highly praised for their comfort wearability and elegant look.

The Razon-Chua barong collection is also favored for its impeccable fit. Her collection also caters to men, women and kids.

"Traditional Filipiniana has truly evolved in cut, style and use of fabric and expresses unique take on these traditional wear by adding modern, tasteful details while still staying true to the classics," Lou Razon-Chua said.

She weaves in a more contemporary feel to a classic terno by utilizing fabric other than the traditional pia, jusi or cocoon and adding embellishments such as lace, embroidery and intricate beadwork.

She also applies a color scheme of vibrant, metallic colors such as copper, orange, silver, platinum, red wine, grey and magenta. But Razon-Chua is also partial to creating in colors that are neutral and familiar such as beige and champagne, which will always be timeless.

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Headquartered in California, Lou Razon is a leading designer of fashionable and contemporary apparel and accessory items. Lou Razon's big break came when her first Oscar gown was worn by no less than Filipino-American newscaster Denise Dador in 1992. The gown earned notice and praises from celebrities, including but not limited to Paul McCartney.

Backed by her experiences, Lou Razon ventured on her own to establish Apparel Designs Exclusive, Inc with shops in West Covina, CA (Bridal and Formal) and in Glendale, CA (Lou Razon). She's been in the business for 8 years, servicing both the Filipino community, as well as the mainstream market. Determined to follow the path laid down for her by her incessant dreams of creative endeavors, Lou Razon took undergraduate studies in Fine Arts at the University of Santo Tomas where she majored in Interior Design.

She then completed her studies at the Assumption College where she finished Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design. Further studies in LA at the Art Institute/California Design College; plus Certificate in Fashion and CAD Design; numerous seminars and classes at the Otis Institute of Arts and Textile Design; and an internship with Tadashi (designer of special occasion dresses) prepared her for her career in fashion design.