{"id":47433,"date":"2019-08-24T12:00:03","date_gmt":"2019-08-24T04:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/?p=47433"},"modified":"2019-08-24T14:54:16","modified_gmt":"2019-08-24T06:54:16","slug":"5-handcrafted-fashion-brands-by-filipino-communities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/2019\/08\/24\/5-handcrafted-fashion-brands-by-filipino-communities\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Handcrafted Fashion Brands by Filipino Communities"},"content":{"rendered":"

Like\u00a0the\u00a0intricate textile patterns of\u00a0the keepers of the land, the Philippines is weaved together by\u00a0over a hundred ethno-linguistic groups that make up the identity of the country.<\/p>\n

Each\u00a0community’s heritage is sewn through different colors and patterns of not only fabrics but\u00a0all the crafts stamped with Filipino history, passion, and creativity. This proves the artistry of Filipinos that are now more often exhibited by\u00a0high fashion brands, which incorporate local designs to\u00a0clothing, accessories, and bags.<\/p>\n

Be one with the community by checking out our\u00a0personal list of fashion brands handcrafted by local communities throughout the Philippines!<\/p>\n

Hinabi.ph<\/h3>\n

To support the\u00a0Alangan Tribe of Paitan in Oriental Mindoro, #TubongMindoro, the people who formed Hinabi.ph,\u00a0<\/strong>made it their goal to help the tribe by buying their products. Among these\u00a0are Nito<\/em>\u00a0jewelry cases, jars, and handcrafted rattan backpacks and sling bags that are light, durable, and fashionable at the same time.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B0e6X-znDW5\/<\/p>\n

With\u00a0every product’s\u00a0native and sophisticated allure,\u00a0surely these will suit the taste of the fashionable, not only in the Philippines but also in the international scene.<\/p>\n

Facebook: facebook.com\/hinabi.ph
\n<\/a>Instagram:\u00a0instagram.com\/hinabi.ph<\/a>
\n<\/a>Email:\u00a0hinabi.ph@gmail.com<\/p>\n

AKABA<\/h3>\n

Traditional colors\u00a0are now\u00a0handwoven through backpacks\u2014thanks to AKABA<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Embodying the spirit of bayanihan,<\/em>\u00a0AKABA is the product of a collaboration between various local communities and the AKABA company itself. By partnering with weavers from Ilocos, Basilan, Isabela Province, Zamboanga, Sulu, and Oriental Mindoro, AKABA also supports craftsmen and local merchants by purchasing from\u00a0them.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BvtRNemFdYp\/<\/p>\n

With intricate patterns stamped on every bag, beach trips and\u00a0travels to destinations around the globe\u00a0are sure to leave a mark to every person\u00a0you’ll meet.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B0p9f8IHYL9\/<\/p>\n

Physical stores can be found in Eastwood Mall, Glorietta 3, U.P. Town Center, SM North Edsa, Alabang Town Center, and Evia Lifestyle Center.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Facebook:\u00a0facebook.com\/akabaco
\n<\/a>Instagram: instagram.com\/akabaco
\n<\/a>Email:\u00a0info@akaba.co<\/p>\n

Rowilda’s Loomweaving<\/h3>\n

Handwoven by the artistic weavers of\u00a0Rowilda\u2019s Loom Weaving Factory<\/strong>\u00a0in Brgy. Camangaan in Vigan, the inabel<\/em>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>catches the eyes of passersby with its multicolor material. These products\u00a0are\u00a0known for their strong and colorful material that produces a beautiful ensemble of fabrics, which are then exported to Manila and made into fashion attires and accessories.<\/p>\n

\"\"The inabel or\u00a0handwoven products are available at Rowilda\u2019s showroom along Calle Crisologo in Vigan, Ilocos Sur<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

One of their partners is\u00a0Kultura,\u00a0<\/i>known for its patronage of local products, often seen at SM Department Stores nationwide.<\/p>\n

Also read: VIGAN TRAVEL: Rowilda\u2019s Factory Continues the Century-Old Practice of Loom Weaving<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\"\"One of Rowilda\u2019s weavers working professionally on the traditional handloom<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

This\u00a0abel\u00a0<\/em>or\u00a0weaving factory is currently composed of 25 weavers who either use the loom inside their private homes or inside the factory, making\u00a0abel<\/em>\u00a0a huge part of their livelihood.<\/p>\n

Contact:\u00a0077-722-6734 \/ 0917-367-3911
\nWebsite: rowildasloomweaving.com<\/a>
\nEmail:\u00a0rowildas@yahoo.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Creative Hub<\/h3>\n

Wanting to have a piece of\u00a0heaven’s beloved that is Batanes with you? Creative Hub<\/strong>, one of the most interesting places to visit in Batanes,\u00a0is\u00a0where you’ll find all\u00a0sorts of souvenirs, paintings,\u00a0trinkets, and memorabilia\u2014featuring the creativity and identity of Ivatan artists!<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BSNT382hxlq\/<\/p>\n

Backpacks and bags\u00a0handmade by Ivatan artists will draw the eyes of anyone who’ll see for its uniqueness.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/mxcreativehub\/photos\/a.2415144788719786\/2415144922053106\/?type=3&theater<\/p>\n

They also sell handpainted shirts\u00a0and their most recent\u00a0#WearYourTribe and Baybayin collection. All these collectibles can be delivered for you from Batanes for a fee.<\/p>\n

Also read: Creative Hub in Basco, Batanes: Of Handwritten Letters and Ivatan Artistry<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Shirts start at Php 800+<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Facebook: facebook.com\/mxcreativehub
\n<\/a>Instagram: instagram.com\/creative_hub.ph<\/a>
\nEmail:\u00a0mxcreativehub@gmail.com<\/p>\n

Handcrafted by Harl’s<\/h3>\n

Leather has been one of the top fashion choices for centuries now, and it still hasn’t gone out of style.\u00a0Luckily, Handcrafted by Harl’s<\/strong> boasts high-quality, sustainable leather products, ensuring a minimized carbon footprint!<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/handcraftedbyharls\/photos\/a.1545684528997575\/2461319180767434\/?type=3&theater<\/p>\n

Established in 2014, the brand aims to promote Filipino artistry and craftsmanship. They make leather wallets, belts, bags, accessories, and even homeware such as stools and clocks. They use genuine “rugged” type full-grain leather, and each of their products has their own uniqueness to them.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/handcraftedbyharls\/photos\/a.1545684528997575\/2413935628839123\/?type=3&theater<\/p>\n

What made it even more special is that Handcrafted by Harl\u2019s is powered by extraordinary, differently-abled people who are more than capable of practicing their crafts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:\u00a0A.Venue Mall, Makati City
\nEmail:\u00a0handcraftedbyharls@gmail.com
\nFacebook: facebook.com\/handcraftedbyharls<\/a>
\n<\/a>Website: handcraftedbyharls.com<\/a><\/p>\n

With all these local fashion brands making a way to the heart of\u00a0the Philippines, it is about time to have the Filipino local artistry to\u00a0reemerge like never before!<\/p>\n

\n

Featured image grabbed from Hinabi.ph and AKABA.
\nWritten by Chin Sanigan<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Be one with the community by checking out our personal list of fashion brands handcrafted by local communities throughout the Philippines!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":47465,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[96],"tags":[8458,10303,10302,2150,10308,10301,10321,10322,10325,10324,10305,10304,10314,10313,10309,10310,10320,119,10306,10311,10312,10307,10323],"class_list":["post-47433","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-listicle","tag-akaba","tag-akabaco","tag-creative-hub","tag-fashion","tag-fashion-brands","tag-handcrafted-by-harls","tag-handcrafted-fashion-brands","tag-handcrafted-fashion-brands-philippines","tag-handmade-fashion-brands","tag-handmade-fashion-brands-philippines","tag-hinabi","tag-hinabi-ph","tag-indigenous","tag-indigenous-community","tag-local-fashion","tag-local-fashion-brand","tag-local-fashion-brands","tag-philippines","tag-rowildas-loomweaving","tag-tribal","tag-tribes","tag-vigan","tag-where-to-buy-handcrafted-fashion-brands"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/08\/From-HINABI-and-AKABA.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47433","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=47433"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47433\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":47471,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47433\/revisions\/47471"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/47465"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=47433"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=47433"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=47433"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}