Daily TribuneThe Cordillera Fashion Expo not only marked a decade of excellence for Harvic Dominguez, but also set a new standard for celebrating local talent and culture
Baguio designer Harvic Dominguez amd his entire Decada collection.
Baguio Mayor Benjie Magalong, First Lady Arlene Magalong.
DTI CAR Regional Director Juliet Palpal-Lucas, DOT CAR Regional Director Jovi Ganongan, Baguio Tourism Council Chairman Gladys Vergara.
Wilson Capuyan, Mrs. Sol Go, Narda Lucia Capuyan-Catanes, Congressman Mark Go.
Pangasinan Provincial Information Officer Dhobie De Guzman, Le Monet GM Charmaine De Guzman, Art Tibaldo, PIO CAR Regional Director Helen Tibaldo.
Doc Winston Kilimanguru Tiwaquen.
Former Baguio Mayor Mauricio Domogan and daughter Atty. Janice Domogan.
Former Tadian Mayor Harry Dominguez and Prosecutor Lilian Oliva.
Philantrophist Zeny Cating and Gloria Vergara.
Jerold Dominguez, Kim Calavera, Hyacinth Dominguez and Bert Cabusi.
Rising collectives. (L-R front row) Miss Baguio 2011 Shauna Indra Curran, Professional Host Bert Cabusi, Entrepreneur Hyacinth Dominguez, Mr. Cordillera 2010 Kenji Dela Cruz, Doctor Angel Villanueva and Businessman Terence Padilla.(L-R back row) Jacqueline Go-Ramon, Health Content Creator Winston Tiwaquen, Entrepreneur Annie Bongalos, Stylist Jerold Dominguez and Content Creator Kim Bunanig-Calavera.
Inspiring Lives. Mayor of Dingras, Ilocos Norte Joemelle Saguid, Miss Earth Philippines Water 2003 Sherylou Franco-Geronimo, FAB Baguio Founder Brenda Villanueva, Lawyer - US RN Ruby Animas-Taclobao, Gawis Indigenous Rights Inc. Executive Director Jennifer Tauli-Corpus, Psychologist Gemma Alhama, Baguio City Supervising Tourism Operations Officer Alec Mapalo, All Dance World Champion Karen Navarrete-Anton, Rotary International District 3790 Assistant Governor Tolitz Villanueva, and Restaurateur Karren Nobres.
Pillars of Baguio. (L-R back row) First lady of Baguio city Arlene Magalong, Prosecutor Lilian Oliva, TESDA CAR Executive Director Daisy Cajigan aBungallon, Baguio Tourism Council Chairman , Gladys Vergara, Rotary District Governor Dr. Danny Torres and DSWD CAR Regional Director Maria Catbagan Aplaten. (L-R front row) Congressman Mark Go’s wife Jovi Ganongan, Philanthropist Zenaida Cating, Baguio city Former Mayor Mauricio Domogan and Miss Universe Philippines 1977Anna Lorraine Kier Tabora.
Philippine fashion in the North recently had a monumental event — Cordillera Fashion Expo: DECADA, marking the 10th anniversary of Igorot fashion designer Harvic Dominguez. Held at CAP John Hay Trade and Cultural Center on 19 January, it also marked the launch of the maiden issue of Terraces Magazine, a new lifestyle publication that features the best of the Cordilleras.
The expo was a remarkable gathering of Baguio City and the Cordilleras’ most distinguished personalities, with notable attendees including Mayor Benjamin Magalong, Representative Mark Go, heads of various local agencies and leaders across political and social spectrums.
The highlight of the evening was Dominguez’s 2025 collection, showcasing contemporary tailored pieces with ikat weaves from Narda’s Weaving (a collab partner for this event). The beautifully made garments featured masterfully blended traditional craftsmanship with contemporary designs.
Adding a unique touch to the show were “real models” from the Cordilleras — young professionals, accomplished middle-aged personalities, and esteemed community leaders — emphasizing inclusivity and the diversity of Cordillera fashion, proving that elegance transcends age and background.
The Cordillera Fashion Expo not only marked a decade of excellence for Harvic Dominguez, but also set a new standard for celebrating local talent and culture. It was an evening that reminded everyone of the beauty of tradition, the power of community and the endless possibilities of the region’s fashion and arts scene. The event was directed by Chai Ramos.
Terraces Magazine editor-in-chief Tedd Mabitazan remarked, “As this journey begins, it promises to document and elevate the stories of the Cordilleras, much like this unforgettable event has done for its people.”
