DAVAO’S top designers, members of the Davao Fashion and Design Council Foundation Inc., showcased a 100-piece collection, a charity event for the benefit of the weaving communities of b.LOOM Project during the Stellar Fashion Gala, in partnership with Mindanao Trade Expo Foundion, Inc.
Held at the luxurious Samal Grand Ballroom at Discovery Samal in Davao, the Luxe Resort collection highlighted the use of Philippine tropical fabrics–abaca, bandala, piña, banana, kawayan, and other textiles produced alongside DOST- Philippine Textile Research Institute by designers Aztec Barba, Dodjie Batu, Emi Englis, Popoy Barba, Edgar Buyan, Egay Ayag, Windel Mira, and Benjie Panizales.
The Stellar Fashion Gala was more than just an ultra-chic evening of distinctly Philippine fabrics. It was an unforgettable labor of love which showed the launch of the b.LOOM Project, DFDCFI’s initiative to reframe the Davao artisanal weaving brand by realigning to the country’s perceived fashion niche in view of design identity and regenerative sustainability. The b.LOOM Project is a global artisanal brand manifesting DFDCFI’s distinctive Davao niche in fashion beyond the loom.
Proceeds from the event went to the b.LOOM Project’s Sustainable Enterprise Program on Indigenous and Emerging Artisanal Textile Weaving among Davao Region’s Extra-Mile Creative Communities. The Mindanao Trade Expo Foundation, Inc played an integral role in ensuring deserving communities were identified and the donation was adequately distributed.
Recognized for its active participation in renowned events such as Miss Universe, Manila FAME, and other various fashion festivals, DFDCFI serves as a beacon of creativity and innovation in the region.
“We’re in awe of the creativity and proudly-Davaoeño showcase displayed by the b.LOOM Project at The Stellar Fashion Gala”, Miss Beatrice Gonzalez–Magallanes of Discovery Samal mused. “We look forward to welcoming more fantastic events with a priceless view of the Davao Gulf at Discovery Samal.
