The country’s premier lifestyle and design trade event, Manila FAME, returns this October 17-19 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila to showcase the best of Filipino craftsmanship and design ingenuity.
With the theme “Heritage Reimagined,” the 70th edition of the bi-annual design show aims to infuse time-honored traditions of Filipino craftsmanship with modern interpretations to suit the evolving tastes of a modern market.
“There has been a surge of nostalgia and reimagining of iconic and heritage design pieces in recent years. It is through this yearning for creative rebirth that we highlight the inherent beauty and distinct creativity of Filipino culture,” says Pauline Suaco-Juan, Executive Director of the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM).
Featuring over 300 home and lifestyle brands, Manila FAME prides itself as the second longest-running trade show in Asia Pacific and the only Filipino trade event recognized by the Union des Foires Internationales, a Paris-based group of the world’s leading trade show organizers.
A melting pot of inspiration and creativity, Manila FAME brings to the forefront exquisite and world-renowned artistry in product design, mastery over raw materials, and unique quality. Through this initiative, Manila FAME was able to tap and work with renowned names in the industry such as Kenneth Cobonpue, Josie Natori and Budji Layug. Likewise, Manila FAME catapulted the careers of Filipino designers like Tony Gonzales, Tes Pasola and myriad others to the global scene.
Moreover, Manila FAME supports thousands of local small- and medium-scale enterprises and artisan communities and promotes the country as a premier sourcing destination for high-quality and design-oriented home, fashion, holiday, architectural, and interior products.
CITEM, as the export promotion arm of the Department of Trade and Industry, recently shared in a media preview at Seda Hotel BGC an exclusive look of some of the features of Manila FAME’s 70th edition.
The flagship show feature is the Design Commune, a merchandise development program and curated exhibition space under the creative direction of Vince Uy, with support from seasoned design consultants such as Stanley Ruiz, Andre Chang, Nix Alañon, Kitty Bunag and Mia de Lara.
Other returning show features are the Artisans Village, which highlights regional distinctive products from Antique and Marawi, and the Fashion E-Tailers that showcases both classic and current styles from emergent online fashion retailers.
The show also presents an Eco-Lifestyle Pavilion that houses goods inspired by the country’s rich environment as well as a variety of beauty and wellness products.
“We are thrilled to reopen the doors of Manila FAME and have you join us as we honor the legacy of Filipino design and excellence,” adds Suaco-Juan.
For tickets and other information on Manila FAME’s 70th edition, visit manilafame.com and follow its social media accounts at @ManilaFAMEofficial on Facebook, @TheManilaFAME on Twitter, and @manilafame on Instagram.
