The city government of Makati paid tribute to the “Linggo ng Kasuotang Pilipino” by holding a fashion show at the Glorietta 2 Activity Center.
Spearheaded bythe Makati local government’s Museum and Cultural Affairs Office in collaboration with the Liga ng mga Barangay and Ayala Malls, creations inspired by traditional costumes from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao were modelled by city officials, senior citizens and members of the private sector.
According to MCAO head Rosalinda Cervantes, the annual event is an excellent venue to showcase the creations of local designers, not to mention that it promotes pride in authentic Filipino fashion especially among the youth. Many of the creations from Makati-based designers skilfully merged traditional with modern styles, resulting in designs that are appealing to younger generations.
Luzon traditional costumes were showcased by Makati-based designers Luis Delos Santos, Bryan Peralta, Albert Andrada, Albert Figueras, Raymund Saul, Ronaldo Arnaldo, Jinggo Inoncillo, Kaye Morales, Joel Bautista, Janet Castro, Noel Crisostomo and Val Taguba. For Visayas and Mindanao, selected creations of the dean of the Philippine fashion Ben Farrales were featured.
First held in 2000, the Kasuotang Pilipino Fashion Show has since become an anticipated event by Makati residents and fashion watchers.