Cultural renaissance
The centerpiece of the evening was a breathtaking fashion show that served as a dynamic canvas for the country’s leading design visionaries.
KULTURA'S AVP Accounting Lovely Palermo, SAVP Operations Sheila Tan, VP Human Resources Audrey Martinez, president Ivy Yap, VP Corporate Communications SM Store Cathy Ileto, executive director SMIC Harley Sy and SAVP Merchandising Tim Uy.
Photographs courtesy of Kultura Atelier
On 22 October Kultura Atelier officially opened its doors at SM Makati, marking a visionary new chapter for Filipino craftsmanship and heritage.
The exclusive launch event drew a vibrant gathering of cultural advocates, design aficionados, and tastemakers, all converging to witness a sophisticated reimagining of local artistry.
The centerpiece of the evening was a breathtaking fashion show that served as a dynamic canvas for the country’s leading design visionaries.
TIM Tam Ong, Gina Nebrida Ty, Daryll Maat, Sari Lazaro, Philip Rodriguez, Jo Rel Espina, Martin Uy, Alvin de Gamo and Apol Massebeau.
KITTY Bunag , Joan del Rosario, Bliss Mabini
KULTURA Atelier.
Renowned creators including Daryl Maat, Martin Uy, Philip Rodriguez of Isla by Filippo, RODLFO by Piet Quiñones, Jor-El Espina, Ken Samudio, Zarah Juan, Sari Lazaro, Alvin Degamo of Wear Your Culture, Harold Sarabia of Harold + Harry, Good Luck, Humans, FAM PH and Tim Tam Ong unveiled collections that balanced old-world heritage with modern innovation.
The overwhelming attendance and electric energy underscored a powerful cultural shift, cementing the space as a thriving hub for the modern standard of Filipino identity and design innovation.
CES Drilon
ISSA Litton
JOHN Herrera and Vanessa Matsunaga.
KELLY Misa
SIDNEY Yap and Daryl Chang.
RIMA Otswani and Garlic Garcia.
Erickson Floresca
ALYANNA Epperson and Mia de Lara.
Kultura Atelier aspires to ignite a global appreciation for the Philippines’ rich creative narrative by nurturing the next generation of local master artisans.
Through this showcase that highlighted everything from intricate piña silk embroideries to avant-garde, sustainable accessories, the atelier solidified its stance as a catalyst for conscious luxury and cultural preservation.
This successful debut at SM Makati lays the foundation for an aspirational movement, inviting the world to experience the soul of the Philippines through a lens of unparalleled elegance, creativity and enduring legacy.