Yumi Christina sitting on Opera Contemporary Desk
Japanese-Filipino designer Yumi Christina, founder of EDYA1929, brought a touch of Japonism to the Moda showroom. Japonism, a 19th-century art movement, is known for its focus on simplicity, asymmetry, and nature-inspired motifs, all while creating an East-meets-West aesthetic.
Known for transforming vintage kimonos into contemporary fashion, Yumi celebrates cultural preservation while infusing her designs with a modern twist. Her journey began in 2019 when a kimono from a Japan surplus sparked her creative rebirth, inspiring her to craft one-of-a-kind pieces in collaboration with local artisans.