MANILA, Philippines - Behind every fashion legend is a heartfelt and inspiring story of success, characterized by monumental decisions and life-changing career turns that have led these creative geniuses to become the icons they are today. This June, Bio (Biography Channel) delves deep into the stories of some of these globally famous fashion and jewelry brands with Bio Behind the Seams (Fashion Stunt).
Beginning today, June 12, at 9 p.m. and airing every Sunday at the same time thereafter, the series presents a spot-on, historical glimpse of the fabulous beginnings of high-end names Cartier, Calvin Klein and Armani.
Cartier: Jewelers to the Kings, which premieres today, opens the exquisite house of jewelry to the world. Feast your eyes on the same world-class, statement jewelry pieces that beheld the eyes of the British royal family and the St. Peterborough Tsar family; and learn how the efforts of the three grandsons of Cartier’s founder managed to bejewel Cartier patrons in more than 100 countries.
Next Sunday is Calvin Klein, the unexpected narrative of the man behind one of the world’s most prestigious and established brands. Airing June 19, the TV special trains the spotlight on the Bronx-kid-turned-billion-dollar-fashion-icon, who spent more than 30 years building and perfecting his top-ranking brand and, in 2003, made a scandalous decision that left the fashion industry aghast by selling his company.
Airing June 26 is Giorgio Armani, a documentary about the designer whose life once dwelled in the field of medicine—until he eventually found himself in the limelight of fashion as the creator of one of the world’s premier brands. Get hold of these startling facts on Armani’s brilliant career, along with fantastic fashion show footage, shots of celebrities donning Armani attire, and interviews with his famous celebrity companions, such as film star Samuel L. Jackson.
Bio is available on SkyCable Channel 65, Cablelink Chanel 18, Dream Channel 18 and Destiny Cable Channel 42.
The Biography Channel (BIO) features real stories about real people and their real lives up close and personal, always unfiltered. Bio is home to the Emmy-Award wining Biography series profiling personalities from Hollywood stars to historical figures, world leaders, business tycoons, artists, monarchs, musicians, and athletes. Bio also offers real-life series, a compelling genre which takes viewers into the chaotic and offbeat lives of some truly unique and compelling characters and offers an exclusive window into the lives of ordinary people with extraordinary stories. Real people, real lives, real life stories, only on The Biography Channel. For more information, visit www.biochannelasia.com.