One Ethos

Conscious, ethical, sustainable—the brands with good intentions and unique creations are those that withstand the test of time and fashion. With ready-to-wear pieces backed by low impact production and social responsibility, NIñOFRANCO, Back Beat Co., and Fifth Code are on-the-rise brands to watch for. 1 NIñOFRANCO Creative director Wilson Limon’s undergraduate thesis reinvented the traditional garment of the Bagobo Tagabawa tribe. This led to a collection that reflected the rich culture of the Bagobo Tagabawa using technology in contemporary ensembles. Today, Limon’s own brand NIñOFRANCO fuses modern fashion with Mindanao heritage, formed by the various ethnolinguistic communities in the region. “Bringing our roots and heritage to a societal integration in this modern time through fashion has been NIñOFRANCO’s lifelong vision,” says Limon. “We envision transforming a western minded Philippines into…