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Editor’s Picks: Pieces We Liked At The FilipinaZ Fair 2024

From Etsuka to J Mäkitalo, here are brands and items to check out at the FilipinaZ Fair according to Metro.

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Metro.Style Team

<p>As the holiday festivities begin, ‘tis the season for some shopping. For three days, the <strong><a href="https://metro.style/fashion/metrostylewatch/zonta-filipinaz-fair-highlights/39289" target="_blank">FilipinaZ Fair</a> </strong>became a meeting point for shoppers as the walls of The Fifth at Rockwell transformed into a hub of over ninety-nine exhibitors, each handpicked by the Zonta Club of Makati and Environs. Becoming quite the shopping affair, <strong>Metro</strong> has narrowed down this selection to the ten standouts to check out before you make your next purchase.</p><div><br/></div><p>Take a look at our editor’s picks from the FilipinaZ Fair 2024!</p><div><br/></div><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/bfb7dfd5-2165-41a9-9cd2-cab1c2d3807e_b-editors-picks-filipinaz-fair.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/22f6ae46-77ce-47a0-9ee2-1cf1ea32b9dd_alexie.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/6a5a3903-bf2e-4495-909c-c2e3409dab8e_charming%20baldemor.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/29f3b0ac-1497-42a3-a3d1-6ed32c625465_etsuka.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/4522ff2b-d2c8-4df9-a605-f5f8e0c4a9f7_happy%20andrada.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/904202f7-2629-484f-ab9f-57deefea89b7_j%20makitalo.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/715f5794-4f61-4a5e-a1ae-769e8f9e25e1_odel.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/ef7c8336-f68a-4f35-a460-769f1ef08cc7_padron.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/190001fa-b43c-4102-8685-28823ba0a32a_puey%20quinones.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/4ac96ecd-5810-4765-bdaf-efae71299265_sari%20lazaro.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/8c9df870-ca4b-4b4c-9dd3-a0ef2d839a5b_uniqtunic.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Alexie - Fashion lovers know that, sometimes, the loudest statement pieces can actually make the best staples in a wardrobe—and Alexie Nethercott’s Alexie does just that. From all things vibrant and novel, the footwear brand has caught our eye with its selection of artistic pieces decorated with all sorts of striking colors and fun oddities. At the FilipinaZ Fair, we spotted Alexie’s signature eye-embellished pieces in various footwear shapes, sizes, and heights. <cite>Shop Alexie here!</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Charming Baldemor - As a sculptor, Charming Baldemor’s chosen medium is wood, creating an array of pieces from hand-carved bags to her signature Blooms. A FilipinaZ Fair regular, Charming made her return to the annual event this year—this time, with a Pinoy version of the classic Belen. Complete with a bahay kubo and a kalabaw, this Filipino holiday staple surely got our attention with the intricacy of its handcrafted details and the familiar joy of pasko that it depicts.</p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Etsuka - At Etsuka, vintage Japanese kimonos find a second life in the Philippines. Offering its own take on upcycling, Etsuka transforms the traditional garments sourced directly from Japan into new, modern pieces while still preserving pieces of its cultural heritage and premium quality. Sustainable and size-inclusive, we spotted a selection of reworked pants, hoodies, and more at their booth in FilipinaZ. <cite>Shop Etsuka here!</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Happy Andrada - Happy Andrada is another local designer currently defining Philippine fashion. From her explorative approach to fabric design to the Filipino references embedded in each piece, her works are manifestations of the modernization of our traditional fashion. At the FilipinaZ Fair, Happy Andrada had a range of womenswear pieces from floral baros to Filipiñana bombers.<cite>Shop Happy Andrada here!</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>J Makitalo Jewelry - Joyce Mӓkitalo’s fun, distinctive twists to jewelry-making made her a standout at the FilipinaZ Fair. From a selection of artistically designed charms to strings of precious stones, each J Mӓkitalo Jewelry piece that we saw at FilipinaZ was—without a doubt—a wearable statement capable of elevating any look.<cite>Shop J Makitalo Jewelry here!</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Odel - In a country known simultaneously for its picture-perfect landscapes and a bustling metropolis, a practical, handcrafted bag made of natural materials doesn’t seem to go out of style—especially with local labels like Odel. Whether you’re looking for a classic wicker basket or a clutch with an added touch of novelty (such as Odel’s HELLO bags, fashioned into the shape of a telephone), the brand has a selection of locally handcrafted options—from clutches, totes, top handles, and more.<cite>Shop Odel here!</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Padron - Padron has been making distinctive Filipino footwear since 1963. To this day, the brand still remains committed to highlighting the artistry that resides in Philippine shoemaking as they create durable, handmade pieces from Liliw, Laguna. What caught our eye especially was Padron’s selection of Espadrilles—in all kinds of colors, decorated with fringes or florals, embellished by embroidery or crochet.<cite>Shop Padron here</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>PQLA - As one of the country’s most renowned designers at present, Puey’s pieces have ramped up quite the demand—and at the FilipinaZ Fair, we got to see them up-close, browsing through a selection of garments from embroidered barongs to floral-embellished pieces.<cite>Shop PQLA here!</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Sari Lazaro - From her signature braids to her daytime dresses, Sari Lazaro makes the perfect endless summer pieces. With a look reminiscent of the country’s tropical backdrop, shoppers at the FilipinaZ Fair got to select from a variety of garments fashioned with floral prints, local weaves, and a vibrant palette perfect for your next holiday trip.<cite>Shop Sari Lazaro here!</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>UniqTunic - Much like its name suggests, UniqTunic offers a selection of tunics, kaftans, and cover-ups in all kinds of hand-block prints and colors. From organic cotton to quality silk, each piece exudes a level of comfort and ease suitable for the Philippines’ tropical climate. At their booth at the FilipinaZ Fair, we also spotted some hand-beaded and embroidered purses to choose from.<cite>Shop UniqTunic here!</cite></p></div></div></div></div><div><em><br/></em></div><div><em>Photos and Article by Mavi Sulangi</em></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/fashion/metrostylewatch/zonta-filipinaz-fair-highlights/39289" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Don’t Miss It! Here&#x27;s Why You Should Drop By At The FilipinaZ Fair</a></div>