Ben Farrales

Ben Farrales (1 July 1932 – 6 March 2021) was a Filipino fashion designer most known for his Muslim-inspired dress designs.

Early life and education Farrales was born on July 1, 1932, in Cotabato City to Salvador Farrales and Paulina Samio. He attended San Beda College for his early education. Flunking math, Farrales also had to repeat the subject in Cotabato, where he took note of the attires worn by Muslim women in the area.

Faralles attended the University of Santo Tomas (UST) for his collegiate studies where he pursued a degree on fine arts. He became known as the "Dean of Philippine Fashion", a title given to him by socialite and Karilagan Arts International founder Conching Sunito in his 30s.

Farrales has received various awards and recognitions for his works; including being named Outstanding Filipino (TOFIL), and recognitions from the Philippine Red Cross and his alma mater San Beda University. He has also received an award from the Cultural Center of the Philippines in 2015. He has also been endorsed to be named as a National Artist for fashion design.

Death Farrales died on March 6, 2021, at the age of 88.