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100+ Faces of Artefino

The parade of lust for pieces and curated finds is a showcase of the best local artisanal products.

Artefino founders Mita Rufino, Mel Francisco, Maritess Pineda, Suzy Quiros and Cedie Vargas.

Artefino founders Mita Rufino, Mel Francisco, Maritess Pineda, Suzy Quiros and Cedie Vargas.

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Opening day was nothing short of a celebration as both the North and South courts of the Power Plant Mall in Rockwell were full of family, friends, friends who are family, acquaintances and new faces, and most specially loyal shoppers. Summer has officially begun and everyone is beach ready and set to bask under the sizzling sun in their artisanal wear. Whether designer, bespoke or RTW, there is a variety to choose from all these beautifully made local products seasoned for resort wear.

The parade of lust for pieces and curated finds is a showcase of the best local artisanal products. The clamor for “love local” has gone beyond its trendy phase — from a want — it has become a need. Local fashion has a grandstanding mindset towards sustainability and its multi-direction move has passed on from generation to generation to generation.

Ana Sobrepeña, Kit Zobel and Wyn Wyn Ong

Analyn Silva and Alicia Sy

Baby Yulo and Rita Revilla

Bebeth Timbol and Apol Massebieau

Bingbing Quiros, Suzy Quiros, Techie Hagedorn. Cedie Vargas in and Elena Coyuito

Cathy Ileto

Cedie Vargas and Chickie Garret

Celine me Niedre

Danie Laurel

Janet Que, Tess Que, Marilen Elizalde and Lulu Sian

Karen and Richie Lerma

Kiralq Kala, JJ Acuna and Mirabel Rosar

L-R Eileen Alvaran, Gaie Francisco, Arlene Dypianco, Felicia Rodriguez, Cielo Gruenberg, Michelle Advincula, Joy Martinez

Mariel San Agustin and Jane

Marilu Batchelor

Menchie Cu Unjieng, Maritess Pineda and Toni Parsons

Myrna Yao and Nellie King

Nicole Asenscio

Paolo Campos and wife Regine

Rex Atienza

Tessa Nieto Villalon

US Ambassador Carlson

Tribune’s NEW NOW NEXT gathered 100 People who went to see the show and who we felt represented the brand well. People came because they support the artisans, brand, community and country. They have given importance to the value of the art and craft that is a reflection of our traditions and culture seen in each piece of work.

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Love this unconditional sense of patriotism nowadays that people wear on their sleeve regardless if they are from the new kids on the block to the seasoned masters, from the young to the young of heart. It’s heartwarming too, knowing that there’s an undeniable sense of togetherness that makes us Filipinos one in this optimistic vision of fashion, design and lifestyle.

multi-direction move has passed on from generation to generation to generation.

Adante Layesa, Farah Abu, Tina Campos Magistrado, Jaz Baac, Leo Bartolome

Aika and Leni Robredo

Angela Romero Salas

Anna Tuason

Cat Antonio

Connie Nolasco Lopez

Gianna Montinola & Bea Roxas

Imelda Canuel and Arnel Papa

Jackie Ejercito

Jen Sarmiento and Baby Coligado

Jo rel Espina, Patty Pineda, Jo Ann Bitagcol and JR Arce

Karen Davila

Katrina Holigores

Liza Ilarde

Malou Araneta

Marilen Tuason Verlee

Mia Borromeo, Cecile Wieneke and daughter

Michelle Lao

Miguel Rosales

Daily Tribune’s NEW NOW NEXT gathered 100 people who went to see the show and who we felt represented the brand well. People came because they support the artisans, brand, community and country. They have given importance to the value of the art and craft that is a reflection of our traditions and culture seen in each piece of work.

Love this unconditional sense of patriotism nowadays that people wear on their sleeve regardless if they are from the new kids on the block to the seasoned masters, from the young to the young of heart. It’s heartwarming too, knowing that there’s an undeniable sense of togetherness that makes us Filipinos one in this optimistic vision of fashion, design and lifestyle.

For information, log on to www.artefinoph.com.

Mom and daughter, Baby and Elgin Santos

Monchet Olives

Myrza Sison

Odette and Franz Pumaren, Techie Hagedorn, Maxine and Luigi Pumaren

Pauline Juan and Pam Lopez

Peachy Concepcion and Marissa Tambunting

Rose Libongco

Sebie Santos

Sheryl Buenaventura and Maricris Zobel

SoFa’s Loralee Soong and Angelique Castro

Tara Soriano

Tin Magsaysay-Matic and daughter

Trude Lizares with daughters Maxine and Kat

Vanessa Escobar-Dingcong and Patty Camacho

Yvette Fernandez