MAKATI came alive with Filipino creativity and entrepreneurship as “House of Local by The Bazaar” brought together more than 70 emerging and established homegrown brands for a two-day celebration at SoFA Design Institute, Rockwell Center, on Aug. 22-23.
The event welcomed shoppers, creatives, entrepreneurs, and supporters of local businesses spanning from fashion, beauty, food, and lifestyle — transforming the venue into a lively marketplace that put independent Filipino entrepreneurship front and center.
For attendees, the event offered an opportunity to discover the creativity behind Filipino-made products.
FILIPINO ARTISTRY Throughout the weekend, attendees enjoyed exclusive product drops, event-only promotions, giveaways, and interactive activities that kept the energy high and encouraged repeat visits. PHOTO FROM THE BAZAAR
“I love how local brands put out their creativity in their products. It’s really nice to see what we can do here, locally,” said one House of Local customer.
Presented in partnership with The Manila Times, House of Local also provided participating businesses with an opportunity to connect with new audiences and strengthen their presence within the local consumer market.
The event underscored the growing interest in Filipino-made products and the importance of creating platforms where local entrepreneurs can showcase their creativity, stories, and businesses.
With this edition behind them, organizers say “House of Local by The Bazaar” is poised to return, continuing to build momentum to champion the people and brands shaping the future of the Philippine local market.
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