What happens when three of country’s noteworthy local brands, namely, Maison Métisse, Kanya and Artifeks come together for a passion project relevant and impactful to the times? The result is an all-sensory, interactive exhibition entitled “Heritage in Bloom” to be held at the gallery of Alliance Française de Manille from 18 April to 18 May.  

The rich tapestry of modern Philippine heritage and creativity unfolds in expositions of elevated traditional crafts made contemporary. Unified with one vision, these three esteemed brands are inspired by history, culture and tradition as seen through their creations reflective of the intricate artistry of local craft, textiles, ancient weaving and alchemy of natural dyes. Each brand will showcase the uniqueness of their creative design as a validation to the modernization forward state of Philippine craftsmanship.

Artifeks produces one-of-a-kind handcrafted objects by skilled Filipino artisans for the home made from local and upcycled materials to create elevated contemporary pieces.

Maison Métisse is an eco-conscious luxury brand, known for its in-house dye and weaving atelier. Its signature statement are outstanding pieces of clothing and accessories that highlight natural Philippine handwoven textiles, eco-friendly botanical dyes and intricate hand embroidery.