The nation takes pride in its indigenous textiles this January, designated as the Philippines Tropical Fabric Month under Proclamation No. 313 s. 2012.
From the colorful tribal garments to the classy local attires made from pineapple leaves, the Philippines is indeed rich in both textile raw materials and artistry. In support of the local textile industry and in pursuit of further developing its potential, then President Benigno Simeon “Noynoy” Aquino III signed Presidential Proclamation No. 313 in 2012, declaring January Philippine Tropical Fabrics month.
, the uniforms of government officials and employees are mandated to contain at least 5% by weight of either abaca leaf sheath, banana pseudostem, and pineapple leaf, or 15% by weight of silk. One of the local companies promoting local textiles is LARA, a local brand in Samar reinventing traditional weaving with indigenous materials. What was once a passion project is now a booming local business helping weavers in Basey, Samar. They are transforming Samar banig into different products, such as bags and footwear.
In Negros Occidental, another brand is also putting local textiles into the market limelight. Creative Definitions is Negros-based company collaborating with cotton farmers from Kabankalan, Negros Occidental to help make the local textile industry known in the international market.
The Cordillera Administrative Region is not only known for its generally cold climate but also for its rich cultural heritage. Those who have visited the region must have encountered the colorful handwoven indigenous attires. A decades-old company in Baguio is helping popularize Cordillera’s handwoven fabrics.
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