Tag: filipiniana

Independence day is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate Filipino pride than with stylish yet patriotic dressing, right? If you’re tired of your traditional Filipinianas and you’re more than ready to let go of that one baro’t saya

Mich Dulce might be better known for her pretty hats and waist-whittling corsets, but for a designer whose garment construction has always been top notch, it’s no surprise she can fashion an impeccable terno. And when we spotted the Belo trio of

In a highly westernized local society, Filipinianas seem to be only reserved for "big Filipino-themed ceremonies such as nuptials, centennial events, Linggo ng Wika, or graduation," Tygie points out. This local store notes how unfortunate it is to "use this culture-defining attire

Wearing Filipiniana used to be reserved for formal occasions. Yellowed photos of our lolas in ternos come to mind. But these days, you’ll see more local textiles being incorporated into the current crop of styles available in the market. A woman who

Without a doubt, the Philippines is a fount of fashion creatives. With the likes of Monique Lhuiller, Michael Cinco, and John Herrera being recognized worldwide for their creations, it's almost safe to say that Filipinos are innately drawn to fashion. But in a time when everyone

When was the last time you dressed up in Filipiniana? We bet those of you who can answer this question donned it for a formal occasion—one that probably required it. Once upon a time, from the turn of the century till the

Heart Evangelista proves that you don’t always have to buy designer clothes for every event that you attend. Sometimes, your best shot at nailing that ensemble lies at the stroke of a brush. Case in point: Heart’s event look for the Centennial

There’s something to be said for the glamour of transformation. A seemingly plain sheath dress can instantly take you from your nine-to-five shift to a dinner date by simply layering delicate necklaces. Separately, it may seem plain; but altogether it can look very

When matched with pieces that are as much about function and fit as aesthetic appeal, Filipiniana fashion looks contemporary and totally chic. Here now are our looks straight from Kultura's 10th anniversary runway and how you can dress it up with pieces

Disclaimer: This article does not aim to tackle political issues but rather focus solely on fashion.The President may have been Monday’s main speaker but from what we’ve seen, it seemed like the other legislators and guests also had plentiful things to say.

Boxy tops are having its moment. The trend has shifted from tight-fitting shapely pieces to structural yet loose, easy separates. Not that we’re complaining, rather, we celebrate the fact that women can wear comfortable clothing without sacrificing style. Bestido by Kultura’s woven

Dressed to the nines in formal Filipiniana, guests came to Manila Hotel’s Centennial Ball ready to celebrate the historical landmark’s 100th anniversary. Embellished ternos, jewel-toned wraps in piña, and barongs redesigned to suit women showed that the night’s fashion echoed the elegance

As 2011 was ripe with opportunities to dress up, and the gals were all too happy to play with what fashion had to offer, there were a number of outfits that got people talking and trends that inspired each one to get

In celebration of the Philippines' 113th year of independence, Metrowear Filipiniana gathered 100 designers from the country's major design associations to present their individual interpretations of the terno, baro't saya, and barong Tagalog. The momentous event was a celebration of Filipino talent,