5 Local fashion designers everyone should watch out for

With everything that’s been going on for more than a year now, sometimes we just can’t help but feel like you can’t have too much of the good things in life. With that being said… Anyone here up for some retail therapy?

We’ve put a list together of some local fashion designers that everyone should have in their radar. Keep them in mind the next time you want to buy RTW clothing or when you need a custom piece done! That way, you can both look fabulous and support local at the same time!

Cathleen Tiamson (@life_of_tiamsey)

Fun. Fashion. Functionality. Those are the three words that best describe Cathleen Tiamson’s work as a designer. Her pieces, as seen on her Instagram, are often colorful, vibrant, casual, and perfect to wear any day.

Christian Bustrillos (@christianbustrillos)

Christian Bustrillos design work focuses on custom, couture, and bridal pieces.You can visit his Instagram page to see his designs and previous work.

Kat Doloricon (@katdoloricon)

A quick browse through Manila-based designer Kat Doloricon’s Instagram shows that she offers both RTW and bridal pieces. You can check out her Instagram by clicking here.

Ixa Escario (@ixxeescario / @mokshabyixaescario)

Ixa Escario has been focusing on both custom-made and RTW bridal pieces, suits, men’s wear, and resort wear. She also has a swimwear line called Moksha. Check out her designs by visiting her Instagram account as well as Moksha’s Instagram.

Yna Mendez (@ynamendezcouture)

Yna Mendez describes herself as a designer with a purpose. It seems that the purpose is to showcase our local culture and raw materials as seen in her bridal designs, dresses, and other pieces. You can check out her work by visiting her Instagram.

━━ Written By  Bella Javier
━━  Art By Audrey Jaylo

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