In today’s fast-paced world, where everything is becoming increasingly disposable, it’s more important than ever to honor our craftsmanship and weaving traditions—those that root us in our heritage and so elegantly tell our story. In continued celebration of Filipino culture through fashion,...
Francis Libiran is no stranger to designing for Filipino champions. In the past, he created pieces for crowned beauty queens and the brightest names in the music and entertainment scene. His designs have also been worn by international talents and masters, proving that his designs are world-class....
Who better to ask than Filipinos when it comes to what Barong Tagalog to wear? European Union Ambassador to the Philippines Luc Veron once more sought the help of Filipinos in choosing which Barong Tagalog to wear for the 126th Independence Day festivities on Wednesday, June 12. (Photos from...
For the longest time, the traditional barong tagalog has been reimagined to new styles, whether to suit contemporary demands, break gender lines in fashion, or bring to light the wonders of the Philippines' local textiles. All of that centers on one goal, which is to champion the heritage and...
The country’s Independence Day celebration will never be complete without any sightings of foreign ambassadors wearing elegant Barong Tagalog and Filipiniana dresses. European Union Ambassador to the Philippines Luc Veron fits one of the barongs that he would wear on Philippine Independence Day on...
Gideon Hermosa There’s a big dinner on June 12, Independence Day, and the dress code says “Creative Formal.” Although this phrase has been going around since 2015, it is still a bit of a conundrum every time it comes up on dinner invitations, especially to weddings. The operative word is...
Local is dapper Anton Medalla wearing Andres Patchwork Polo in White by Viña Romero Check out these homegrown brands and designers of barong that’s all the rage and, with hope, will prove its staying power on the style scene for Filipinos—men and women. Kelvin Morales YOU COULD NEVER GO WRONG...
Christmas in the Philippines this year will be a first for United States (US) Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson, who’s quite excited to welcome her daughters in the country to spend the festivities with them. US Ambassador to Manila MaryKay Carlson stands beside the “Alliance...
President-elect Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. will wear during his inauguration a barong inspired in design by the "rayadillo", which was the traditional military uniform during the Spanish era. Spanish officer wearing the summer rayadillo uniform during the 1909 (Wikipedia) Marcos's...
Unlike the terno , the barong tagalog never really left the Filipino's closet as it remains to be the go-to attire of Filipino men in weddings and other formal occasions. While its traditional jusi fabrication and calado embroidery are elements that made it a timeless garment, the barong tagalog...
Filipino athletes wore their pride on their sleeves as they donned fashion designer Rajo Laurel's barong during the opening ceremonies of the Tokyo Olympics 2020 last July 23, 2021. According to Philippine Sports Commission, the male athletes were clad in cocoon silk barong featuring...
This distinctly Pinoy dress shirt has been reshaped by technology PHILIPPINE TEXTILE TODAY From left: Handwoven, cotton Men's polo shirt; cocoon ladies' barong; handwoven, black, cotton blouse What is it about the barong Tagalog that instantly makes a man appear dressier and more dignified? Chalk...
