Singer Joy Villa made a YUGE statement at the Grammy Awards on Sunday when she unveiled her “Make America Great Again” gown.
But an even bigger statement is made when one finds that the dress, which also had “Trump” emblazoned on it, was designed by a Filipino immigrant who is a supporter of President Donald Trump.
Sometimes you just gotta be free to express yourself. ?✨? thank you to all of my supporter… https://t.co/08AGXxG5zy pic.twitter.com/S286YuONhE
— Joy Villa (@Joy_Villa) February 13, 2017
“It’s more so about love,” designer Andre Soriano told the Hollywood Reporter. “We all live on this planet. I’ve never been in the political arena. However, it’s just so crazy that people are getting beat up because they voted for Trump, or this and that, someone wants to bomb the White House. I am an American, I moved here from the Philippines, and I highly believed in the trueness of what this country can bring. It’s about bringing people together, that’s the message.”
Soriano, a naturalized American citizen, was featured on Rihanna’s reality show, “Styled to Rock,” which aired on Bravo.
“There are a lot of people that are in power that really misconstrued what this country stands for,” Soriano said. “I love this country. I’m from the Philippine islands, I am a proud American. I really love this country. I am a minority, Joy is black. America is about immigrants.”
The interesting part is the same people who were triggered by Villa’s dress, and judging by the tantrum on social media there were many, are the same people that inspired the designer to make it.
@gatewaypundit @AnnCoulter @Joy_Villa showcased Andre Soriano inspiration creation. pic.twitter.com/M6xo2W6xQD
— Gary Lee Clark (@ClarkLeeGary) February 13, 2017
@Joy_Villa Andre Soriano Great Dress‼️ pic.twitter.com/RD0gERY0S3
— Gary Lee Clark (@ClarkLeeGary) February 13, 2017
“I heard that somebody wanted to bomb the White House. And then I saw the Women’s March. … Joy Villa is all about love with her music. I’m like, ‘ Joy, We have to make a statement on what is right for our country, of what we believe in, for the Constitution,'” he said.
Soriano said he and Villa have been working together “since the orange gown she wore two years ago, the fence dress.”
Joy Villa hires designer for Grammys outfit –who makes one out of orange construction fencing http://t.co/SkU4ppzDaw pic.twitter.com/3DtQC3Z6rd
— Stomp Singapore (@stompsingapore) February 16, 2015
Kotjakk “@KapanLagicom: 2. Apa pendapatmu tentang gaun jaring-jaring orange milik Joy Villa ini? #AkuRabobo pic.twitter.com/R5jqjtoTig“
— ㅤㅤㅤ (@niakholifah) February 11, 2015
Despite the angry responses from the left, Villa and Soriano earned a new group of fans.
Love your dress! Thank you for having courage in both politics and fashion. God bless. @andresoriano @realDonaldTrump @joy_villa #JoyVilla
— Go Right With Jane (@janie_austin) February 13, 2017
@andresoriano @realDonaldTrump @joyvilla Hope you’re in LA. Im a woman for Trump and my next dress… Im hiring you! Bravo baby!
— Kambree Kawahine Koa (@KamVTV) February 13, 2017
.@andresoriano @realDonaldTrump Grateful you & @joyvilla stood up for our rights as Americans, just like Rosa Parks. #MAGA #GRAMMYs pic.twitter.com/Y99q2F1rXW
— AliceInXVettingLand (@American1765) February 13, 2017
@andresoriano @realDonaldTrump @joyvilla beautiful stunning not enough wonderful words to describe ?????????????????????
— Sandy Shaffer ??? (@SandyShaffer75) February 13, 2017
@DBZDoll @andresoriano @realDonaldTrump @joyvilla Amazing dress, designer and vocalist! Watch your sales soar after this amazing statement!
— Abel Cain (@AbelCain2023) February 13, 2017
@andresoriano Joy’s dress is remarkable. Stunningly beautiful! You’re ?a amazing designer! The Grammy’s are great again! @realDonaldTrump
— ??✝ TrumPence ✝✡ (@Laff_Out_Lawd) February 13, 2017
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