Filipino designers win praise from Italian fashion insiders in Milan

GMA Network - Sep 25, 2026

MILAN, Italy - Homegrown Filipino designs are getting the admiration of Italian designers, thanks to a showcase that reimagines the use of Philippine raw materials.

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