Manila Wear's RED BOX Young, Bold, and Ferosh Fashion Designers at Manila FAME

A Fashionable Approach to ‘Urban Resort’

By Red Box Fashion Designers at the 59^th Manila FAME

                

Yves Camigue's 'ANTELUSIA' Collection

Twelve fashion designers on the rise will present new collections of design-forward apparel and accessories that bring a new twist to ‘Urban Resort’ wear at the Red Box setting in Manila FAME this March 2014. This 59^th edition of the trade event will be held on March 14-17, 2014, at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City, Metro Manila. 

Manila FAME is the country’s premiere design and lifestyle event that showcases certified, export-quality products for home, holiday and gifts, fashion, and arts, and crafts crafted in the Philippines for the global market. This is held twice a year and organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), the export promotions arm of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). 

Ron Ramirez' AMATERASU Footwear

The Red Box (for Home and Fashion), CITEM’s design development program, aims to harness Filipino creativity through the use of indigenous materials to produce innovative export products. Under the Design for Exports program, Red Boxcontinues to nurture a new corps of designers and artists who work hand-in-hand with local manufacturers to bring Philippinesartisanship to the fore-front in the global market.

Martha Rodriguez' YAKAN bag

  “The international and local trade buyers of the 59^th Manila FAME will witness a bolder line of apparel and accessory designs that typify tropical wear. In fashion, this design trend means creating a refreshing look from an innovative blend of tradition and modernity in terms of style, shape and form. This will create a unique brand that is internationally distinct, but which will undeniably be identified with the Philippines,” said Ms. Rosvi C. Gaetos, Executive Director of CITEM.

Jaggy Glarino's STILL MOTION Collection

Buyers and visitors of Manila FAME can expect to see a wide assortment of one-of-a-kind apparel, wearables and accessories made from indigenous materials executed into modern styles. The latest collection to be showcased are Rencie Santos’ Nu-cast and shellcraft accessories with Floreia and J.E.R. Shellcrafts, Earl Gariando’s brass-and-foil fusion accessories and bags with Kilus Foundation, Martha Rodriguez’s leather-‘yakan’ bags with Chelsi Leathershop and Austolia Jewelry Arts, Sheila Damaerio’s Mother-of-Pearl miniauderies with Hannah’s Handicraft, Angela Angeles’s elegant jewelries and clutches with Crystal Seas, Neil Felipp’s raffia-snakeskin bags with Ferimar and Jaggy Glarino’s metal jewelry with Alchemista.

Red Box Fashion will also feature apparel designers, who transformed indigenous fabrics into trendy resort wear, including Yves Camingue, Rei Escario, Jaggy Glarino and Renan Pacson. Two footwear designers, Joco Comendador and Ronald Ramiro, on the other hand, will showcase arresting footwear designs using local leather, wood and recycled foil materials.

Words:  Rizza Estadola

CITEM PR & Communications

   

Manila FAME's THE GALLERY

Issue no. 02

 

See today’s featured products from some of the country's exporters and manufacturers.

 

Manila FAME is the Philippines’ premiere design and lifestyle event which showcases certified, export-quality products designed and crafted in the Philippines for the global market.

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Butterfly and floral-themed decor

Alcos International
www.alcos.ph

4882 Jasmin St., Marimar Village II, Parañaque City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Tel: (63.2) 824-4501
Fax: (63.2) 822-6560
Email: alicbusan@alcos.ph

Bag made of coconut shells from the Club Tropicana collection

Amina Aranaz-Alunan / Aranaz - Accent on Accents
www.aranazbag.com

344 Robinsons Loop, Capt. Henry Javier St., Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Tel: (63.2) 571-3136
Email: aranazbags@gmail.com

Buko Twigs Clutch Bag

Imperial Nova Corp. / Ann Ong Collections

Rm. 205 P & J Bldg., Pasig Blvd. cor. E. Rodriguez Jr. Ave. Bagong Ilog, Philippines

Tel: (63.2) 672-1839
Email: jasonong04@yahoo.com

Woven wine container and desk organizer with leather accents

S.C. Vizcarra, Inc.
www.vizcarra1925.com
737 Roxas Blvd., Baclaran, Parañaque City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Tel: (63.2) 854-6751 / 55
Fax: (63.2) 854-6753
Email: mutya@vizcarra1925.com |rowelle@vizcarra1925.com

Hanging lamps of fine bone china from the Mayumi collection

CSM Philippines Inc.
www.csmphilippines.com

Alphawood Compound, Brgy. Sto. Tomas, Biñan, Laguna, Philippines

Tel: (63.2) 520-6788 | (63.49) 839-2951
Fax: (63.2) 520-6788
Email: info@csmphilippines.com

Clutch and cuff with geometric design

Ken Samudio
www.kensamudio.com
16 Guyabano St., Summitville Putatan Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Tel & Fax: (63.2) 659-7727
Email: kenkeneeto@gmail.com

Tabletop shell décor with silver octopus accent

Arden Classic, Inc.
www.ardenclassic.com

Soong Li, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, Philippines

Tel: (63.32) 238-5962
Fax: (63.32) 495-8328
Email: ardenclassic@yahoo.com

Hanging lamp with interlaced textiles

That One Piece Enterprise
www.that-one-piece-enterprise.typepad.com

Barangay Lico, San Rafael, Bulacan, Philippines

Tel: (63.2) 371-6853
Fax: (63.2) 373-5758
Email: toplivingent@gmail.com |top@pldtdsl.net

Hanging Lamps made of galvanized iron

Prado Filipino Artisans, Inc.

Blk 31 Lot 1 Cacao St., Cor. Daites Street, Greenwoods, Executive Village, Rizal,Philippines

Tel: (63.2) 570-4920
Email: mapradojr@gmail.com

Holiday elf hanging decor crafted from recycled paper

Paper Capers International 
www.papercapers.net 

K 12-14 Champaca St., Lourdes Subd., Brgy. Mambugan, Rizal,Philippines

Tel: (63.2) 646-4119
Fax: (63.2) 646-4119
Email: papercap@pldtdsl.net

Gold cuff with turquoise stones

Kitsilver Jewellery & Fashion Accessories 

G. De Jesus St., Ana Maria Village, Iba, Bulacan,Philippines

Mobile: (+63 922) 832-4703
Email: mila_jewel@hotmail.com

Angel, Snowman, and Santa Claus hanging holiday décor

JC JEM’s International Export, Inc. 

JC JEM’s Compound, Brgy. San Juan,, Rizal,Philippines

Tel: (63.2) 658-0840/286-4729
Fax: (63.2) 658-0842
Email:jcjems.international@gmail.com

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Trade Events 2014 organised by CITEM

58TH EDITION OF MANILA FAME – CRAFTED IN THE PHILIPPINES, FOR THE WORLD

Manila FAME, one of the longest running trade shows for furniture and furnishings, holiday gifts and décor, and fashion lifestyle products in the Asia Pacific opens today, 17 October 2013 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.

Organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), the export marketing arm of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Manila FAME, through CITEM’s Design for Exports Program, seeks to strengthen the Philippines’ positioning as Asia’s design destination with high-quality and design-forward products at par with international standards.

The Design for Exports Program is a multi-tiered and multi-faceted assistance program of CITEM which provides Philippine exporters, manufacturers, and designers with a full range of design and product development services. These services cover most areas of product design, merchandising, export coaching in business planning, sales and marketing, and brand-building. The program brings together both local and international designers and business experts, as well as both young and seasoned industry players to create the next exciting level for Philippine export products.

“The Design for Exports program reinforces the country brand Design Philippines as it aspires to showcase the Philippines’ edge in developing innovative designs as well as support our efforts to position the country as a top-of-mind sourcing destination synonymous with quality, value, and reliability,” said CITEM Executive Director, Rosvi C. Gaetos.

CITEM works hand in hand with homegrown leading creative entrepreneurs under the creative direction of Budji Layug, to provide assistance to the country’s SMEs – creating a unique collaboration that further strengthens the Philippines’ claim as the region’s design trendsetter.

Now on its 58th edition, Manila FAME showcases various event highlights such as Manila Wear, a special setting that highlights artisanal fashion through the use of the country’s abundant natural materials:   DesignPhilippines - Crafted in the Philippines, for the world;

NeoTextiles Philippines - a vibrant display of contemporary Philippine textiles crafted from sustainable fibers by local weaving communities; the Craft Spots - a visual narration of Filipino artisans transforming the sustainable and versatile abaca fiber through live demonstrations of age-old craft techniques; the Top Brands in Motion - a show feature that puts the spotlight on the country’s homegrown retail brands ready for the overseas markets; and the maiden participation of DeXign Global Philippines - a melting pot of international exhibitors for home and fashion highlighting the ASEAN countries and their individual brand of design and artisanship.

Manila FAME runs from 17-20 October 2013 and will be held simultaneously with Design Week Philippines.

For more information, visit www.manilafame.com.

words:  Andro Yuson

released by: CITEM PR & Media Services

Katha Award Winners at Manila FAME 58th edition

Katha Awards honored product design and innovation excellence during the Manila FAME Networking Night on 17 October 2013 at HallONE: Design for Exports, ITC Complex, Roxas Boulevard corner Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Pasay City, Metro Manila.

Ann Ong's Buko Twigs Clutch by  Imperial Nova

Best Product Design which distinguishes innovative, purposeful, and artistically rendered interpretation of design, each from furniture, home décor, holiday décor and gifts, and fashion were awarded to: “Theo Cocktail Table” by Stonesets International Inc., designed by Vito Selma (furniture); “Lambat Curtain” by TADECO, designed by Maricris Brias (home décor); “Newspaper Pompoms” by Paper Capers, designed by Arlene Gaddi-Maceda (holiday décor and gifts); and “Buko Twigs Clutch Bag” by Imperial Nova, designed by Ann Ong Borromeo (fashion).

Vito Selma's Theo cocktail table by Stonesets Intl.

Industria won for Best Booth Display while the “Paper Wall Decor” by Far East Manufacturing Corporation won the Eco-Design Award, a special distinction conferred to a product developed with respect for a healthier and more sustainable environment.

The Katha Awards is considered as the most prestigious award in the Philippine design scene and is a significant platform where product design innovation and excellence is recognized. Its goal is to give distinction to ingenious designs and encourage exporters to raise their design standards for Philippine export products as well as to pursue a skillful exploration of earth-friendly materials and processes.

Newspaper pompoms by Paper Capers

Maricris Brias' Lambat curtain by TADECO

Industria's booth in Manila FAME 

Paper Wall Decor by Far East Manufacturing

“The Katha Awards is an emblem and a statement of the highest standards of design and quality that seeks to inspire and challenge exporters and designers to constantly create and develop original designs for furniture, houseware and furnishings, holiday décor and gifts, and fashion complements,” said Rosvi C. Gaetos, Executive Director of the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), the export promotions arm of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and organizer of Manila FAME.

The winners were announced by Patricia Fernandez, host, model, and beauty queen and were handed by Executive Director Gaetos, DTI Undersecretary for Trade and Investments Promotions Group Ponciano C. Manalo Jr. and DTI Undersecretary for Management Services Group Nora Terado.

The selection and evaluation of all the Katha Awardees is a collaborative effort of the Manila FAME Secretariat and the National Council of Industrial Designers of the Philippines (NCIDP). The winners were chosen by an esteemed board of judges from the fields of architecture, design, fashion, and the visual arts and communications fields led by NCIDP’s Rino Datuin, including Amina Aranaz, Isabelle Berenguer – Asuncion, Jean Dee, Gwyn Guanzon, Nikki Laurel, Loejai Lopez, Rachelle Medina, Eric Pineda, and Mitch Shivers.

For more information about the Katha Awards visit www.manilafame.com.

words: honeyleen novilla

released by:  CITEM PR/Media Services