Explore the catalogs of these six Filipino brands to find the perfect fashionable and chic gift for your loved ones.
One common gift we receive and give this holiday season is clothes. The joy of opening up a wrapped-up present and seeing an article of clothing in it is surely touching. The idea that someone knows you too well to the point that they understand your style philosophy and aesthetics is a sweet reminder that you are loved.
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To help you find a gift for your loved one, Lifestyle Asia curated six local fashion brands where you can find a gift this holiday. Furthermore, when you search through these local brands’ catalogs you will find something that will remind you of someone—so make sure to keep your eyes open when you check them out.
Diversified Classics
Jo Ann Bitagcol is exploring and expanding her creative prowess as she launches her new collection entitled “re-start.” The pop-up collection features her previous prints on new styles. Furthermore, it takes a different level of design intelligence to self-reference—Jo Ann did just that. “Since this would be the first pop-up, I wanted to share with our new audience the prints and bestsellers that put our brand on the map,” she said. Her classic terno and barong prints are formed into scarves and new silhouettes.
Jo Ann Bitagcol and some of her designs for her new collection / Photos courtesy of Jo Ann Bitagcol
Her collection would be available in her pop-up store on the second floor of the Powerplant Mall.
By The Style Maven
Liz Uy launches her new passion project: BYLZ. “BYLZ was thoughtfully curated to become a staple in your wardrobe, effortlessly enhancing your personal style,” says the celebrity stylist as she described her collection. It is a culmination of Liz Uy’s experiences in the fashion industry. “Elevated, Chic, and Accessible,” Liz said about her design philosophy for this collection.
The blazers from BYLZ are one of the brand’s staple pieces / Photos courtesy of BYLZ and the author
Best Of Both Worlds
YoYa’s design codes are all about function and style. It mixes utilitarian styles with fresh and feminine silhouettes. Furthermore, the brand’s look is a blend of sophistication and everyday life; it is sensible with just the perfect bit of lovely, clever imagination.
Yoya’s everyday wear stays true to its purpose of mixing function and style / Photos via YoYa website
First Time Charmer
Embarking on a new milestone in his career is Michael Leyva. The esteemed Filipino designer has launched his first ready-to-wear line in collaboration with Plains & Prints. The launch was held at the BGC Immersive space in One Bonifacio Mall. Moreover, the collection features Micheal’s ability to make elevated women’s wear. From different printed fabrics to cleverly cut patterns—his first ready-to-wear collection is a love letter to women.
Michael Leyva debuts his first ready-to-wear collection with fresh and feminine pieces / Photos by Kim Santos of KLIQ, Inc.
Divine Feminine
Stacy Rodriguez’s Eustacia is a local brand made by a woman for women. Stacy understands how to accentuate a woman’s body. Furthermore, her ability to create updated silhouettes while maintaining understated elegance is a special skill she holds. Currently, she has a holiday collection and a ready-to-wear line you can check out.
Stacy Rodriguez’s new line for Eustacia takes inspiration from the holiday season / Photos by the author
Revisited Heritage
Glamorous, elegant, and grandiose—three words that best describe Natori. In Natori’s Ready-To-Wear Fall 2024 Collection, Josie Natori explored the limits of her design philosophy as kimonos and dresses in silk and couture velvet with different patterns and drapings walked down the runway.
Josie Natori proves that her style and design prowess are timeless with her new collection / Photos by the author
Banner photo courtesy of Jo Ann Bitagcol.
