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Here's What To Expect At This Year's ArteFino Fair Titled "Champions Of Change"

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<p>This year’s upcoming <strong>ArteFino</strong> <strong>Fair</strong>, titled <em>ArteFino Fair 2025: Champions of Change</em>, returns on <strong>July 31</strong> to <strong>August 3 </strong>with renewed purpose, anchoring its message in <em>HeArteFino</em>, the program at the very heart of its movement.</p><div><br/></div><p>The inaugural <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/metro-style/food/2025/7/27/why-artefino-chose-to-take-over-the-balmori-chef-s-table-this-year-0644" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>ArteFino Lounge</strong> at the Balmori Chef’s Table</a> will also be open from <strong>July 26</strong> to<strong> August 3</strong>, setting the stage for a new chapter in Filipino fashion and craftsmanship. The lounge will feature heritage dishes by Chef Angelo Comsti and Chef Don Baldosano, and will also showcase fine jewelry and accessories brands such as <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/metro-style/people/2025/7/30/the-artefino-lounge-caro-wilson-golden-monstera-and-peewee-benitez-0009" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Katha Pilipinas, Golden Monstera, Peewee Benitez, Mark Wilson,</strong> and <strong>ARAO</strong>, under the creative direction of <strong>Jet Acuzar.</strong></a></p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DL6Qn-7TVeu/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A174275.59999999963%2C%22ls%22%3A173671.5%2C%22le%22%3A174257.2999999998%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="855" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Founded by Maritess Pineda, Mita Rufino, Susie Quiros, Cedie Lopez-Vargas, and Marimel Francisco, ArteFino has become more than just Manila’s most anticipated artisanal fair. Over the years, it has evolved into a movement that uplifts Philippine heritage, design, and social impact. Since its launch, the <em>HeArteFino</em> program has channeled development grants to communities such as the Bagobo Tagabawa of Davao and the weavers of Argao and Kabankalan. This year, Project Nova from Bohol was welcomed as the newest grantee, receiving an initial seed fund of P500,000 for their innovative bags crafted from discarded kayaks.</p><div><br/></div><p>The 2025 fair also celebrates creative collaborations that reimagine Filipino craft. <strong>Zarah Juan </strong>returns with <strong>Full Circle</strong>, a collection inspired by her immersion in natural dye practices.<strong> Idyllic Summers x Earthbound</strong> delves into eco-printing and zero-waste designs, while <strong>Jor-El Espina</strong>’s Heirloom pays homage to <strong>Patis Tesoro</strong>’s legacy through patchwork and embroidery.</p><div><br/></div><p>As it prepares for its 10th year in 2026, ArteFino continues to honor its champions of change: artisans, designers, and trailblazers united in craft, conscience, and culture. This is Filipino fashion at its most thoughtful: rooted in heritage, driven by purpose, and shaped for the future.</p><p>In the gallery below, we have compiled brands to be featured during this year’s ArteFino Fair. Take a look at tell us which one you’re excited for the most!</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Patis Tesoro x Jor-El Espina</strong><strong><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1752553447609KOL_2923.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Patis Tesoro x Jor-El Espina | Photo Courtesy of Artefino</span></span></span></strong></div><p style="text-align:left">At the heart of ArteFino’s 2025 campaign is a celebration of heritage and forward-thinking design. One standout is Heirloom, a deeply personal collaboration between Jor-El Espina and the Grand Dame of Philippine Fashion, Patis Tesoro. This limited collection draws from Tesoro’s rich legacy of embroidery, needlework, and patchwork, reimagined through Jor-El’s distinctly modern lens. The garments are more than fashion. They are heirlooms in motion, stitched with memory and meaning.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Artisans of Adornment</strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1752553524609KOL_3773.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Farah Abu | Photo Courtesy of Artefino</span></span></span></div><p>Under its campaign “Proudly HeArteFino: Champions of Change,” ArteFino honors the individuals and brands who are crafting the future of Filipino design. Artisans of Adornment like Paula Dimaano (PIESA), Doy Navarrete (FEDESTO), Nesty Serrano (JUDY JEWELS), Peewee Benitez, Mae and Carmaela Alcantara (CRYSTAL SEAS), Kathy Sarabia Babst and Kathy Gregorio Añover (KATHY &amp; KATHY), and Farah Abu elevate Filipino jewelry into legacy pieces.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Makers of Home</strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1752553618150Olive Tree.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Olive Tree | Photo Courtesy of Artefino</span></span></span></div><p>The Makers of Home are Kyla Olives Laurel (THE OLIVE TREE), Arturo Zuluaga (AZCOR LIGHTING SYSTEMS), and Henry Chua (PAPERBOUND) reframe local living with handcrafted decor.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Impact Makers</strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1752553954850Angkan.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Lalaro | Photo Courtesy of Artefino</span></span></span></div><p>Impact Makers including Reese Fernandez Ruiz (R2R) and Anna Catanghal Antonio (FOLLOW YOUR HEART BAGS) prove that business can be both beautiful and responsible.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>New Vanguards</strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1752553723031Ikot.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Ikot | Photo Courtesy of Artefino</span></span></span></div><p>From New Vanguards like Camille Villanueva and Tara Soriano to Trailblazers such as Rhett Eala and Paolo Olives, and Next Wave innovators like Rica Rico and BOOP MNL, ArteFino’s Champions of Change are shaping Filipino creativity with soul, purpose, and pride.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Next Wave</strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1752553764431Rica Rico.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Rica Rico | Photo Courtesy of Artefino</span></span></span></div><p>The Next Wave honors emerging names who are shaping culture through consistency, creativity, and purpose. These include Sheryl Ann Buenaventura (STYLE ANA), Jennifer Calma Sarmiento (COCO &amp; TRES), Rica Clemente and Camille Pueyo (BOOP MNL), Alvin Degamo (WEAR YOUR CULTURE), Techie Hagedorn, Rica Rico, and the trio behind JIM WEAVER—Mischel Ocier Mendoza, Jenica Siy, and Isabelle Ocier.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Trailblazers</strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1752554012828Arnel Papa.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Arnel Papa | Photo Courtesy of Artefino</span></span></span></div><p>The Trailblazers pay tribute to early visionaries like Mike and Banj Claparols (MIKE CLAPAROLS), Charming Baldemor, Rhett Eala, Jor-El Espina, Vittorio Vic Barba (BARBA), Paolo Olives (CASA MERCEDES), Anne Marie Robicheau Saguil (AMARIE), and Arnel Papa.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Other Highlights </strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1752554060987Tela de Bonita.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Tela de Bonita | Photo Courtesy of Artefino</span></span></span></div><p>Other brands to be featured at this year’s ArteFino fair include Casa Juan, Cool Kimono, Costa del Sol, Fine Bone, Floret, Follow Your Heart Bags, Isa the Label, Jhaz, Odel, Pinas Sadya, Pinta, Tela de Bonita, Tina Campos Jewelry, Toping Zamora, and Trude Lizares. </p>

<p>These are the names and collections you need to check out at this year’s most anticipated artisanal fair!</p>

These are the names and collections you need to check out at this year’s most anticipated artisanal fair!

Here's What To Expect At This Year's ArteFino Fair Titled "Champions Of Change"

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