TABUK CITY, KALINGA - The Provincial Capitol Park in Tabuk City came alive on February 13, 2025, with a vibrant showcase of indigenous artistry and fashion. The Laga Fashion Show 2025, held at 5 PM, shone a spotlight on the remarkable talent of local designers and artisans, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Kalinga region.
Spearheaded by Kalinga Supervising Tourism Operations Officer Lorraine Alunday Ngao-i, with Joon T. Ascano as Fashion Director, the event presented a diverse array of creations. Attendees were treated to a stunning display of both traditional and contemporary designs, each piece telling a story of Kalinga's unique cultural traditions.
The show featured the exceptional work of designers and groups including: Kinwa Etnika Handicrafts, Balik Tribo Arts and Crafts Manufacturing, Rovie's Kalinga Products, Kurt's Ethnic Handicrafts, Nessajs Handicrafts and Pasalubong Products, Rycy Ethnic Fashion Designing, Caroline's Ethnic and Fashion, JC Salon, Cassidy Designs Handmade Arts and Crafts, Glam Garden Collections, CJ Designers Fashion Boutique, Taitana's Dress Shop & Kalinga Woven Products, Cultura de Kalinga Fashion Boutique, Masalingga Musical Instruments & Handicrafts, and Tribu Bullz Fashion Shop. The Laga Fashion Show 2025 served as a powerful platform to promote local craftsmanship and celebrate the enduring beauty of Kalinga's cultural legacy.
A highlight of the evening celebrated the accomplishments of young Kalinga women. Miss Kalinga 2025 Fatima Bensilan Peralta, Miss Kalinga Tourism 2025 Ezra Kiser Lagasi, and Miss Kalinga Environment 2025, Claire Baguitan, graced the runway, followed by Cynthia Ruth Somera, known by her stage name Fo Fa-i. Fo Fa-i's appearance underscored the event's focus on both cultural heritage and contemporary Kalinga identity, as she is the first yKalinga model to be featured in the February 2025 issue of Vogue Philippines. CM
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