FELIPE (Host):
Welcome to Limelight! Tonight, we’re bringing the Renaissance back with style.
The clothes you’re about to see are more than just fashion—they tell the story of
history, power, and identity. Our first guest, Said, will show us how fashion used to
reveal your place in society.
SAID (Model):
Thanks, Felipe. This outfit is a piece of history. During the Renaissance, how you
dressed showed whether you were rich or poor. Velvet and silk were only for the
upper class. They weren’t just for beauty—they showed power. When I wear this, I
feel like I’m part of something bigger. It’s addicting to think how fashion
worshipped the rich, making them the centre of attention.
CHENG (Designer):
Exactly. The Renaissance was a time of change. Fashion wasn’t just about looks—
it showed who you were. Rich people wore expensive materials like silk to show off
their status. Poor people wore simpler clothes. It wasn’t about trends—it was about
identity. Some of those outfits set my heart racing, knowing the power they had.
FELIPE (Host):
And it wasn’t just about the fabric. The Renaissance let people express their beliefs
through clothes. Fashion was identity. It wasn’t just for comfort—it was a symbol
of where you stood in society. The obsession with being in the limelight was
bang on trend back then.
SAID (Model):
Right. People in the Renaissance wore dark, rich colors to show wealth. Purple
was for royalty. Commoners wore lighter materials. The clothes weren’t just for
style—they made a statement. Those of noble birth wore them to say, “I’m
important.” People must have known who you were by just looking at you. I think
that’s still true today.
CHENG (Designer):
Exactly. We’re not just copying these clothes for fun—we’re telling a story. The
Renaissance was about status and culture. Artists and thinkers could push
boundaries, and their clothes reflected that. Some of those outfits were so
detailed—they’ve lasted for centuries.
FELIPE (Host):
And these outfits were more than just clothes—they were symbols. The
Renaissance was a time when people were fixated on learning, and the clothes
reflected that. Some of those who wore these were kings, explorers, and scholars.
Their outfits gave me goosebumps—because they could change history.
SAID (Model):
Exactly. The Renaissance wasn’t just about royalty. Anyone could stand out
through their clothes. Today, we still see people addicted to the idea of fame.
Whether it's celebrity crushes or the paparazzi, it’s the same idea: being in the
spotlight and setting trends. It’s like everyone wants to be the next best thing.
CHENG (Designer):
That’s why we bring these styles back. Renaissance fashion wasn’t just luxury—it
was about power. People were huge fans of dressing to express who they were.
The clothes gave me shivers down my spine—because they could change
history.
FELIPE (Host):
Fashion has always shown who we are. Whether in the Renaissance or today,
clothing carries meaning. The one who wears this isn’t just wearing fabric—they’re
telling a story. Thanks, Cheng, for bringing the past back. And thank you, Said, for
showing us the power of history in fashion. Stay bold, stay curious, and remember:
the clothes you wear are more than just fabric—they’re part of your story.
SAID (Model):
It’s true. Some people think fashion is just about looking good. But it’s more than
that. You wear a piece of history, you wear a piece of identity. And that’s what I felt
tonight. The Renaissance wasn’t just a fashion choice—it was a way of life.
People worshipped their clothes, fixated on them like we do today. Maybe we can
learn from that.
CHENG (Designer):
And that’s why I design the way I do. Fashion can’t just be fast and forgettable. It
needs to make an impact. The ones who dress with intention—the ones who
understand fashion’s roots—are the ones who truly make a difference.
Renaissance fashion still gives me goosebumps because it was made with so
much purpose.
FELIPE (Host):
What a journey through history. From the Renaissance to today, fashion has
always been about more than just trends. It’s about meaning, identity, and even
power. It’s the same reason people go out of fashion—but their impact remains.
Some trends might fade, but those with purpose and meaning never do. Thanks
again, Cheng and Said, for showing us just how deep fashion can go.
