Manila FAME 2025 Returns to Paradise Through “Objects of Nature”
The much-anticipated Manila FAME 2025 returns from October 16 to 18, 2025, at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay City, continuing its mission to spotlight Filipino craftsmanship, creativity, and global trade potential.
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Organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) under the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the event remains the country’s premier sourcing platform for home, fashion, and lifestyle products.
As one of Asia’s longest-running trade fairs, Manila FAME has established itself as a vital bridge between local artisans and international markets, showcasing the richness of Philippine design and innovation.
This year’s edition embraces the theme “Objects of Nature,” a creative tribute to the country’s natural beauty, culture, and artistry. Drawing inspiration from the Philippines’ lush flora, fauna, and scenic landscapes, the fair aims to merge nature with design, sustainability, and modern craftsmanship.
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One of its key highlights, Design Commune: Elements of Nature, curated by veteran designer Tony Gonzales, features new collections together with his mentees that reimagine a creative return to paradise.
Meanwhile, Design Commune: Home at FAME, directed by Milo Naval and a team of 10 local manufacturers, will present home and lifestyle pieces that blend contemporary design with cultural storytelling.
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The FASHION Philippines Mentorship Program in Milan will also take center stage, where 11 emerging Filipino designers, trained by experts, will debut sustainable fashion collections inspired by the Philippines’ artisanal heritage.
Complementing this is the Artisans Village, featuring 55 artisan brands from provinces such as Bohol, Ilocos Sur, Quirino, and Tarlac, highlighting traditional techniques using indigenous materials like natural fibers, fossilized leaves, and wood.
In addition, the Philippine Components showcase will demonstrate the versatility of local craftsmanship in parts, fittings, and architectural elements made from natural and upcycled materials.
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Beyond exhibits, Manila FAME 2025 will host FAME Talks, where thought leaders, trend forecasters, and design experts will share insights into the evolving global creative economy.
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The event will also feature CREATELab, an on-site design clinic offering free branding and marketing consultations for exhibitors, and the prestigious KATHA Awards, which recognize innovation, sustainability, and excellence in Filipino design.
More than 2,000 exhibitors and 10,000 visitors are expected to participate, including trade buyers, retailers, and design professionals from around the world.
Registration for trade buyers and government employees is free. General admission is priced at Php 500, with discounts available for students (Php 250), senior citizens (Php 400), and PWDs (Php 400).
With its renewed focus on nature-inspired design, sustainability, and global collaboration, Manila FAME 2025 reaffirms the Philippines’ position as a vibrant hub for creative trade and innovation, where craftsmanship meets the world stage.
For more information, registration, and partnership inquiries, visit fameplus.com/manila_fame.
