Top Baguio Fashion House: M.A. Woven Designs

Taguig City, Philippines  — Police Lieutenant Colonel Maila Alog ,  of the Philippine National Police Academy, was formally honored with the Congressional Award  by Soroptimist International – Greater Manila District  on November 30, 2025 , during the awarding ceremonies held at the SMX Convention Center Aura . The recognition celebrates PLTCOL ALOG's sustained and values-driven commitment to community service, women and child protection, institutional reform, and Indigenous

When Earth Queens Wore Heritage: Natálie Puškinová & Parami Viengmay in Maila Alog

When Asia–Pacific Queens Wore Heritage: Bowonrat Maneerat (Thailand) & Tracy Victoria Johnson (Nigeria) in Maila Alog

Filipino Indigenous fashion found meaningful representation in Hong Kong during the Cordillera Tapestry Fashion Show – Season 4 , part of The Indigenous People & Festival Hong Kong 2025 , held on October 12, 2025 , at Chater Road, Central, Hong Kong . The event stood as a collective celebration of heritage, identity, and living tradition—made possible through the unity of Indigenous creatives and the strong support of the Cordilleran community abroad. Among the designs presen

Silang, Cavite  — Maila Alog  has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel (LTCOL)   in the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) , joining four other PNPA officers  who were likewise elevated in rank during the promotion rites—an occasion that underscored collective excellence and shared commitment to service within the Academy. A member of PNPA Masaligan Class of 2011 , LTCOL Alog has been assigned at the Philippine National Police Academy since December 2022 , w

Beyond the Crown: Indigenous Narratives on the Miss Earth Philippines 2025 Stage

The Veils & Vows Exhibit , staged from July 20 to 27, 2025 , transformed Ayala Malls The 30th  into a refined destination for bridal inspiration. The curated showcase presented veils, gowns, and wedding couture installations that celebrated craftsmanship, storytelling, and contemporary Filipino design—inviting brides, creatives, and fashion enthusiasts to experience wedding fashion beyond trends. Spotlight: Baguio’s Own Maila Alog Joins the Exhibit The most notable highlight

The Catwalk Philippines 2025 Finals  unfolded with power and purpose at the SM North Skydome  on June 15, 2025 , bringing together emerging models, designers, and creatives in a celebration of Filipino talent and advocacy-driven fashion. Designers Circle PH Fashion Show A highlight of the evening was the Designers Circle PH Fashion Show , featuring works by members of the Designers Circle Philippines . The runway showcased contemporary Filipino design grounded in craftsmanshi

BAGAC, BATAAN — On May 24, 2025 , M.A. Woven Designs  marked a distinct and meaningful presence at the Flores de Mayo  celebration held at Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar , in collaboration with Designers Circle Philippines . Among the participating designers, Head Designer Maila Alog—a proud member of Designers Circle Philippines—stood out as the only designer  who presented creations made entirely from authentic Filipino Indigenous handwoven textiles . While other collections

During Balik Akademya 2025 , the annual grand alumni homecoming of the Philippine National Police Academy, Lakan Maila B. Alog (Masaligan Class of 2011)  was conferred the Gawad sa Natatanging Lakan – Duty Award , one of the Academy’s distinctions recognizing exemplary service and unwavering commitment to duty. The award honors PNPA alumni whose professional conduct and service record reflect the core values instilled in every Lakan—discipline, integrity, and dedication to pu

January 7, 2025 The opening moments of Mister and Miss Chinatown Global 2025  were defined by strength, elegance, and cultural confidence as the candidates stepped onto the stage wearing M.A. Woven Designs by Maila Alog . As the introduction segment  of the pageant, the collection set the tone for an evening rooted in heritage and global identity. Each piece reflected Maila Alog’s design philosophy—contemporary silhouettes thoughtfully grounded in culture, craftsmanship, and

October 4, 2024 , Brgy. Ambuklao, Bokod, Benguet A significant milestone was reached in Ambuklao, Bokod, Benguet  as Indigenous Researcher Maila Alog , who is also a police officer , conducted a Conference and Disclosure  with the Ibaloy community —a vital step prior to the community’s formal decision-making process  for her research on Indigenous Methods of Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution . The engagement emphasized transparency, cultural respect, and shared understand

Baguio’s leading Indigenous fashion house, M.A. Woven Designs, brought Cordilleran handwoven fashion to Europe through a powerful fashion shoot set in Kassel, Germany, with official photos released on September 14, 2024. Framed by Kassel’s historic and contemporary urban landscapes, the shoot highlighted how Indigenous Filipino design can transcend borders while remaining deeply rooted in culture and identity.

I arrived in Palawan  in August 2024 primarily to fulfill my duty as Chief Examiner of the PNPACAT 2024 . It was an assignment that required full focus and responsibility—one that I completed with the seriousness it deserved. Yet once my official duties were accomplished, I felt that familiar pull to listen, to learn, and to be present with communities whose stories are often woven quietly into the fabric of our nation. Palawan, known not only for its natural beauty but also

Filipino Indigenous fashion and heritage took center stage in Europe as HABING PILIPINO II: “Fusion of Cultures” unfolded in Tongeren, Belgium, with the participation of Maila Alog, one of the top Igorot fashion designers in the Philippines. The event celebrated Cordilleran native wears and tapestries, showcasing the depth and richness of Filipino Indigenous craftsmanship through both contemporary and traditional expressions.

April 5, 2024 | NCIP, Bontoc, Mountain Province On April 5, 2024 , I conducted another important leg of my research fieldwork in Bontoc, Mountain Province , as part of my study on Indigenous Methods of Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution . This visit was independent from my Sagada engagement  and focused on meaningful dialogue and collective decision-making with the communities of Samoki, Bontoc-Ili, and Poblacion . Held at the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCI

April 4, 2024 | Sagada Municipal Hall Sagada, Sagada , holds a quiet strength—one that speaks through its elders, its collective decision-making, and its deep respect for dialogue. On April 4, 2024 , I had the privilege of conducting my Community Assembly  in Sagada as part of my doctoral research entitled “Indigenous Methods of Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution.” This field visit was not merely a research requirement; it was a moment of humility, listening, and learning.

November 12, 2023 Fashion met advocacy in a deeply meaningful opening as Nature & Fashion with Compassion  unfolded on November 12, 2023 , at Dusit Thani Manila . More than a showcase of design, the evening was conceived as a Dinner-for-a-Cause , uniting creativity and compassion in support of women and children who are victims of abuse and human trafficking . The event was a collaborative initiative of Caritas Manila  and the Makati Garden Club , with proceeds and support fo

BAGUIO CITY, PHILIPPINES — The cool, crisp air of the City of Pines carried more than applause on October 28, 2023—it carried cadence, discipline, and national pride as Habing Katutubo 4 welcomed the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) Slow Drill Platoon for its first-ever public performance in Baguio City, held at the BCNHS Auditorium. The Slow Drill presentation became one of the most unforgettable highlights of the event, adding a striking dimension to Habing Katutu