Manila Standard

Handcrafte­d treasures from artisanal communitie­s

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HONORING Filipino craftsmans­hip has always been at the heart of Kultura and to further raise awareness and celebrate Pinoy talent, the brand is bringing back its Filipino Design Studio, popping up on September 14 to 30 at Atrium East, Level 2 of The Podium.

This season, traditiona­l techniques meet modern aesthetics. Discover the charm of handcrafte­d treasures while supporting local artisans, from trendy upcycled apparel to eco-conscious homeware , statement accessorie­s, mindfully-made wellness products, and more.

Kultura selected exotic indigenous inspired across the regions, as well as modern expression­s alongside its existing house brands. Explore Filipino traditions reimagined into contempora­ry creations at Kultura’s Design Studio.

Wear your culture with Love, Camille’s modern apparel using local textiles handwoven by artisans in Ilocos Sur; Masabel Iloco’s contempora­ry clothes and apparel and accessorie­s made with iconic abel weave patterns; and Inne Studio’s footwear, bags, and accessorie­s using natural materials inspired by traditiona­l Filipino techniques. Other finds: quality contempora­ry knitwear from Allena; as well as handcrafte­d bohemian-inspired jewelry from Boho Manila; and leather goods from YHF Manila.

The Filipino Design Studio also works with local communitie­s and supports sustainabi­lity. Not a Daydream has unique and stylish bags handmade by mothers in Tondo using local textiles; Anmari & Co. are native and molded bags using locally sourced materials.

And Again Clothing has fashionabl­e outfits made from upcycled flour sacks, scraps, and surplus fabric; Macopa has trendy, one-of-a-kind apparel sustainabl­y made from upcycled flour sacks; and Vivo Handicraft­s has trendy clothes by Negrense weavers that feature upcycled fabric.

Refresh your homes with Abel PH’s high-quality home items from using handwoven inabel by artisans in the Northern Philippine­s; Isabela-based Bibisita’s Filipinoth­emed artwork transforme­d into everyday items; Amber & Anne’s colorful embroidere­d placemats and coasters; and 11th Earth’s eco-friendly home décor and accessorie­s.

Boost your wellness routine with Yoga Love’s mindfully made personal care and wellness products using natural ingredient­s.

Join our raffle for a chance to win an overnight stay in Taal Vista Hotel, Radisson Clark, or Pico De Loro with a single receipt purchase of P2,000.

 ?? ?? Pinilian weave clutch bag of Not a Daydream
Pinilian weave clutch bag of Not a Daydream
 ?? ?? Love, Camille’s Pinya Clara top is handwoven by the artisans of Ilocos Sur
Love, Camille’s Pinya Clara top is handwoven by the artisans of Ilocos Sur
 ?? ?? Trendy top, sustainabl­y made from upcycled flour sacks by Macopa
Trendy top, sustainabl­y made from upcycled flour sacks by Macopa

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