Cordichic, Cordihunk, Corditeen, and Andro: Maila Alog Unveils a Multi-Line Release at Habing Katutubo 2021

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 spectacle.

Cordichic: Transforming Elegance with Cordilleran Roots

At the heart of the presentation was Cordichic, the women’s line, which highlighted transforming pieces—garments designed to shift form and function on the runway. These transformations underscored versatility and sustainability while maintaining respect for Indigenous textiles. By revealing multiple silhouettes within a single look, Cordichic framed elegance as adaptive and intentional, proving that glamour can evolve without losing provenance.

Cordihunk: Strength and Utility in Contemporary Menswear

Cordihunk translated Cordilleran aesthetics into confident, functional menswear. Clean lines, purposeful layering, and culturally informed accents emphasized strength through restraint. The collection reinforced that Indigenous identity can be present in everyday wear—practical, modern, and unmistakably rooted.

Corditeen: Youth-Forward, Proud, and Accessible

Designed for younger wearers, Corditeen delivered age-appropriate, expressive pieces that encouraged students to wear their heritage with confidence. Comfort, movement, and clarity guided the designs, making Indigenous fashion accessible while preserving ethical boundaries—especially fitting for a school-based venue.

Andro Collection: Inclusive Expressions of Identity

Completing the release, the Andro Collection explored androgynous and gender-fluid silhouettes, emphasizing freedom of expression while remaining culturally respectful. The line broadened the conversation on identity in Indigenous fashion—demonstrating that tradition can accommodate diversity without dilution.

Design as Cultural Education

Unveiled at BCNHS, the runway functioned as a classroom. Rather than replicating ritual garments, the collections translated essence over imitation, modeling ethical styling, contextual storytelling, and respect for source communities. Students witnessed how fashion can communicate values—identity, accountability, and care.

An Indigenous-Led Continuum

Rooted in lived practice and community dialogue, the four lines advanced a single advocacy: fashion that supports weavers, respects protocol, and builds continuity across generations. By addressing multiple audiences and expressions, the release affirmed Indigenous fashion as a living practice—shared, taught, and worn responsibly.

Habing Katutubo 2021 thus marked a milestone—where transforming design (Cordichic), grounded menswear (Cordihunk), youth engagement (Corditeen), and inclusive expression (Andro) came together to reinforce a lasting principle:Indigenous fashion thrives when it is inclusive, responsibly practiced, and passed on—rooted in culture and confidently moving forward.