A SHOWCASE OF PH CREATIVE EVOLUTION

In line with the government’s efforts to build a more competitive creative economy, the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions, the export promotions arm of the Department of Trade and Industry, opened two trade shows last October 20, highlighting the evolutionary roadmap of the Philippine creative industry.

Manila FAME, the country’s premier lifestyle and design event, showcased premium furniture, home décor, fashion, and holiday pieces from the country’s top and emerging design talents.

For its 66th edition, the Manila FAME placed emphasis on the celebrating the country’s rich cultural heritage and how it has affected the crafts of local artisans. The three-day event hosted a wide array of furni- ture, home décor, fashion, and holiday pieces from top and emerging design talents from across the Philippines.

Show scenography, including New Generation Weaves, Design Commune, Bamboo Extreme, Lucent Objects, and Bamboo Plus, explored new material manipulation techniques using products indigenous to the country. Renowned designers Tony Gonzales, PJ Aranador, and Nelson Sepulveda led product development among local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

What could be considered as the centerpiece of the event is the presence of the legendary Whang-Od Oggay, the last mambabatok of Buscalan, Kalinga and the oldest tattoo artist in the Philippines.