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.