6 Filipino Inspired Pieces You Need to Represent WITH PRIDE at your School's Culture Night
We know that culture nights at schools provide major opportunities for students (and teachers) to represent their roots, loud and proud. We know it can be tough to decide what to wear, so we’ve put together a list of items that can help you say you’re Filipino without saying you’re Filipino.
1. MANANG earrings from BRWNGRLZ.COM
If you’re looking to make a statement, you’ve got to check out BRWNGRLZ.COM’s eye-catching MANANG earrings. While there are many symbols that signify our country, the Philippines can easily be identified by its iconic sun, as seen on our beautiful flag. Shine bright and stand out with a good pair of earrings to compliment your look!
Check out more of their unique designs at https://www.instagram.com/brwngrlz/!
2. Elliana Barong Mini Dress from MESTIZA NEW YORK
This beautiful take on a classic Filipino clothing item is sure to make heads turn. Traditionally, barongs are known to be worn by men. However, Mestiza New York’s Elliana Barong Mini Dress, allows women to take part in the power that the iconic outfit holds while adding a stunning twist to it. Imagine embodying the spirit of our ancestors with every stride you take in this stunning piece.
You can find more gorgeous designs at https://www.instagram.com/mestiza_ny.
3. Pearl Tambourine Ring from Sinta & Co.
Sinta Co’s beautiful pearl tambourine ring brings us right back to the stunning islands of our motherland. When it comes to the pearl industry, the Philippines is one of the most popular places to acquire them, as it is home to some of the rarest pearls on the planet. According to Sinta Co, this ring in particular symbolizes “a devotion for those we love and our shared roots.
This is just one of many of the jaw dropping “singsings” in their collections. For more of their beautiful work, follow them at https://www.instagram.com/sinta_co/!
4. Bahala Ako Sa Buhay Ko bucket hat from Pinay Collection
Who doesn’t love a good bucket hat? The phrase on the text of the hat “Bahala ako sa buhay ko” translates to “I'm in charge of my own life”. This statement hat may look like a simple item but its meaning goes way beyond what it appears to be. We all can attest to the fact that in our culture, there is a lot of judgment from family, friends and loved ones on pretty much every aspect of our lives. With this hat, Pinay Collection poses the question, “What happens when we are truly in charge of our own lives? Paano kung tayo talaga ang bahala sa buhay natin?”
For more fun Filipino items, check them out at https://www.instagram.com/pinaycollection/.
5. Philippine Eagle Tribal Bomber Jacket from Ugat Clothing
This Bomber Jacket from Ugat Clothing screams power and style. In fact, the Philippine Eagle is known to be one of the world's largest, most powerful birds of prey. This is just one of the many eye-catching items available at Ugat Clothing, who consistently make it a point to incorporate Filipino culture like Baybayin in a lot of their pieces.
Check them out at https://www.instagram.com/ugatclothing/
6. Lola's Favorite sweatshirt from The Lola x Kenneth Collaboration
Though most Lola’s deny it, we all know they have favorites. Whether you’re the self-proclaimed favorite apo or it’s simply known to everyone, you’ve got to check out The Lola x Kenneth’s sweatshirt. Our Lola’s are some of the most loving and caring people on the planet. Show them some love and wear it with pride.
Check out more fascinating items at https://www.instagram.com/lolaxkenneth
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