Mimi Parrel-Barnett (formerly known as Mimi Parrel-Pimentel) is an internationally recognized Filipina fashion designer, entrepreneur, and creative director with more than three decades of experience in the fashion industry.
Known for her elegant couture creations, impeccable craftsmanship, and timeless designs, Mimi has built a reputation for creating garments that celebrate femininity, confidence, and sophistication. Her work spans couture evening gowns, bridal wear, modern Filipiniana, formal menswear, barong tagalog, and custom luxury pieces for distinguished clients in the Philippines and abroad.
Throughout her career, Mimi has showcased her collections on prestigious runways and fashion events in the Philippines, Canada, Singapore, New York, and London. She previously served as a Fashion Consultant for the Office of the President of the Philippines and has designed for dignitaries, government officials, business leaders, and prominent personalities.
A graduate of Xavier University with a Bachelor’s Degree in International Studies, Mimi further honed her craft through studies at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, London College of Fashion, Central Saint Martins, Fashion Institute of the Philippines, and Madonna School of Fashion and Design.
Today, Mimi leads her rebranded fashion house under the name Mimi Barnett, serving clients in both Las Vegas and the Philippines. Her designs are inspired by culture, artistry, heritage, and modern elegance, reflecting her belief that fashion should empower individuals to feel beautiful, confident, and extraordinary.
In 2026, Mimi unveiled Pearl Éternel, a signature collection inspired by the timeless beauty of pearls and the strength, grace, and resilience of women. The collection was presented at Manila International Fashion Week, marking a new chapter in her creative journey and the continued evolution of the Mimi Barnett brand.
Through every collection, Mimi remains committed to excellence, craftsmanship, and creating designs that leave a lasting impression, where luxury, heritage, and contemporary fashion meet.
