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

The Etnikong Kasuotan  segment of Ginoo at Binibining Buwan ng Wika 2023  was held on September 1, 2023 , at the Philippine National Police Academy Gymnasium , bringing culture and service together in a meaningful celebration of Filipino identity. During the presentation, the candidates wore the Cordi-Hanbok Collection by Baguio's Top Fashion Designer, Maila Alog , a fusion of Cordilleran Indigenous elements and Korean-inspired silhouettes, symbolizing cultural dialogue and r

December 14, 2022 | 1:00 PM | Wangal, La Trinidad Maila Alog  was selected by the Department of Education (DepEd)  to present a fashion show  during an education forum aligned with the Education 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , held on December 14, 2022  at DepEd Wangal, La Trinidad . The forum convened educators, school leaders, development partners, and local stakeholders to explore how education, local history, and creative practices contribute to sustainabl

Held on April 24, 2022 , at the Forbes Hall, Baguio Country Club , Ivy Fashion Ball III: Post Apocalypse  marked a powerful return of the Ivy Fashion Ball series—reimagining fashion in a world shaped by collapse, survival, and creative rebirth. Conceived as both a fashion show and runway competition , the event challenged designers and creative teams to translate dystopian realities and post-pandemic reflections into compelling, wearable narratives. Produced under Wilvy Shows

Rampa Para Sa Balik Eskwela  was a special fundraising segment integrated into Ivy Fashion Ball 3: Post Apocalypse , held on April 24, 2022  at the Cordillera Convention Hall of Baguio Country Club . Beyond its bold post-apocalyptic aesthetic and high-concept runway, the event carried a clear social mission: to support Project Namnamma , an advocacy-driven initiative focused on community assistance and back-to-school support. Fashion as a Bridge Between Service and Creativity

Baguio City  — At Habing Katutubo 2021 , staged at Baguio City National High School (BCNHS) last November 29, 2021 , Indigenous fashion advocate and designer Maila Alog  introduced a focused set of collections— Cordichic , Cordihunk , Corditeen , and the Andro Collection —designed to speak to women, men, youth, and gender-fluid expressions within a culturally grounded framework. Presented in a school setting, the release emphasized education, inclusivity, and continuity over

The Usapang Pananamit Consultation Phase of Habing Katutubo (2021) Before Habing Katutubo: Philippine Indigenous Wears and Tapestries  became a stage, a runway, or a public platform, it was first a circle of listening . In 2021 , during the conceptual and preparation phase of Habing Katutubo, Maila Alog  intentionally grounded her Indigenous wear collection in direct consultation with culture bearers —weavers, artisans, cultural workers, and community leaders whose lives are

Baguio City  — Ivy Fashion Ball II: Summer Gothic  marked a bold evolution of the Ivy Fashion Ball series, introducing the first-ever Runway Competition staged in the city  under the guiding theme “Creativity and Teamwork.”  Held on April 10, 2021 , at the Diamond Grand Ballroom, Hotel Supreme, Baguio City , the event transformed the traditional fashion ball into a collaborative, competition-driven platform where design, direction, styling, and performance converged. Produced

Identity, Community Dialogue, and Cultural Accountability in Contemporary Indigenous Fashion Baguio City  — The Chaklag and Shindi Series  stands as one of the most reflective and culturally grounded bodies of work by Maila Alog . Unveiled during Ivy Fashion Ball II: Summer Gothic , the series did not emerge as a finished concept, but evolved through lived experience, community discourse, and conscious cultural responsibility. More than paired garments, Chaklag and Shindi for

Baguio City  — On January 20, 2021 , Maila Alog  formally introduced her clothing line, M.A. 79 Ethnic & Glamour , not through a conventional runway or commercial venue, but through an Ibaloy cañao  held in Sinagued, Saint Joseph Village, Baguio City —her ancestral domain . The launch marked a deliberate choice to ground a contemporary fashion line in ritual, land, and ancestral permission , affirming that creativity can begin with protocol rather than spectacle. A Launch Anc

Baguio City  — The Cordillera–Japan Culture and Arts Festival: Shogun Renaissance  unfolded as an exciting two-day affair on November 29 and 30, 2019  at Malcolm Square Plaza , fostering friendship and cultural exchange between two Asian traditions while opening a welcoming space for creativity, learning, and community participation. The festival was headed and organized by Maila Alog , whose leadership guided the overall vision, programming, and execution of the event. From

Filipino Fashion Designers Gala Season 2, November 8, 2019 Before the runway lights came on, before the music surged and models stepped into motion, METRO  had already begun telling its story. In the days leading up to November 8, 2019 , Manila’s fashion community was quietly introduced to the vision behind Filipino Fashion Designers Gala (FFDG) Season 2  through a Prelude Exhibit —a curated showcase that allowed audiences to encounter the collections not as fleeting runway m

Baguio City  — In celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Month , the Habing Katutubo Fashion Show 2019  was staged on October 12, 2019 , at the PFVR Gymnasium , presenting a culturally grounded runway that honored the living traditions of Philippine Indigenous textiles. Mounted as an initiative of Wilvy Shows Entertainment Production , the event aimed to promote and rediscover Indigenous Peoples’ culture—particularly textile weaving and tapestry —as enduring and contemporary form

Baguio City  — Youth creativity, collaboration, and local fashion took center stage on September 28, 2019 , as FAB Inc. Youth  mounted the Country Fashion segment  for the Miss Baguio 2019 Grand Coronation Night  at the Baguio Convention Center . The segment stood as a collective showcase of emerging talents in modeling, styling, production, and design—highlighting the strength of collaboration within Baguio’s creative community. The production was led by King George Bueno ,

Baguio City  — On June 22, 2019 , the PFVR Gymnasium, Baguio City,  became a hub of creativity, culture, and community engagement as Cosplay Saishū  unfolded in celebration of the second anniversary of Carolina’s Dress Shop, while simultaneously hosting a meaningful Balik Eskwela Outreach Program . Derived from the Japanese term saishū , meaning the ultimate or culminating moment , Cosplay Saishū was envisioned as a peak showcase of cosplay performance, costume craftsmanship,

Baguio City  — Elegance, mystery, and youthful celebration filled the Grand Ballroom of Venus Parkview Hotel on April 7, 2019, as Ivy Fashion Ball: Masquerade  made its debut, officially becoming the very first Ivy Fashion Ball . Conceptualized as a safe and inclusive social celebration for students and young professionals, the inaugural Ivy Fashion Ball offered an alternative formal experience for those celebrating graduation, prom season, and personal milestones. With its m

The Christmas Holiday Fashion Show 2018 , held on December 20, 2018 , was more than a festive closing of the year—it was a collective expression of collaboration within the local fashion community. Among the creatives who took part was Maila Alog , whose participation through Carolina’s Dress Shop  reflected her early commitment to community-based fashion and mentorship. Maila Alog dressed LIKHA MODELS  in designs that favored elegance, movement, and confidence—allowing the m

The expansion of Carolina’s Dress Shop  into Baguio’s Closet  officially took place on June 12, 2018 , marking a dual milestone: the growth of the business into a larger creative space and the first-year anniversary of Maila Alog as a budding Igorot fashion designer in the creative industry . Held at the 3rd Floor of the Maharlika Livelihood Complex , the expansion included the addition of Stalls 3049 and 3050 , transforming the original wardrobe-for-rent startup into a broad

November 27, 2017- After navigating the early challenges faced by many startups, Carolina’s Dress Shop  formally secured its permanent location at Stall 3045 , 3rd Floor of the Maharlika Livelihood Complex —marking a decisive step toward stability and continuity. The Maharlika Livelihood Complex stands as one of Baguio City’s enduring commercial landmarks , established to support local livelihoods and small-scale entrepreneurship. Over the years, it has evolved into a cultura