Kultura showcases Filipino design excellence
Kultura Filipino Design Studio: Made in the Philippines returns this year as a celebration of community, uniting brands with a shared dedication to highlighting Filipino culture.
With over 70 participating brands, including guest labels, in-house artisans, and social enterprises, the event promises a vibrant array of offerings – from classic Barong Tagalog and contemporary Filipiniana attire to chic resort wear, artisanal accessories, and exquisite home décor.
This year’s edition places a strong emphasis on sustainability and social responsibility. Many participating brands are committed to eco-friendly practices and supporting local artisans.
Happening from May 2 to May 9 at Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, the event trains the spotlight on “purpose-driven products” – brands handpicked for their dedication to eco-friendly practices and support for local artisans. For instance, Hibla PH, a social enterprise, offers apparel crafted from authentic Philippine textiles and hosts workshops on activities like upcycling accessories and bracelet weaving.
Similarly, Ruyág Native Products Manufacturing employs Bicolano artisans to create bags from natural materials, minimizing their carbon footprint. Likha+Mundo, a home decor brand, scouts small craft businesses nationwide, amplifying their reach.
This season’s showcase will highlight handmade jewelry by Virtucio Fashion Designs and Mjorian, Filipiniana-inspired pieces by Raquel’s Piña Cloth Products, C&C Lifestyle, and Handwoven Beauty, as well as home essentials by Woven, Dwellbeing, and WIX Cozy Homes.
Among the guest brands are Adela Puls, known for handcrafted bags embracing slow fashion, and Amber & Anne, offering colorful embroidered placemats and coasters. Also featured is And Again Clothing, creating fashionable apparel sustainably made from upcycled materials.
Binibini Marikit presents everyday apparel inspired by Filipino heritage, while Brave Story embraces slow fashion with limited quantity, locally sourced textiles. D’ Bayong Art Gallery offers vibrant pandan bayong bags hand-painted by local artists, and Dwellbeing advocates upcycling through its natural personal care products.
Ethnique brings colorful beachwear and bags reflecting Filipino culture. Idyllic Summers introduces handmade apparel inspired by European and East Asian garments, woven by skilled artisans. HandwovenBeauty partners with local weavers to create traditional and modern Inabel Filipiniana pieces.
House brands like A-M and Ayesha Gemstones, Agsam Fashion Fern, and Anmari & Co. also feature unique products showcasing Philippine cultural heritage.
Learn more about the event on @KulturaFilipino Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.