SparkUp | In the fashion scene, looking for pieces designed from locally and sustainably sourced materials has been increasingly minded by many consumers. But designers and weaving communities are faced with a dilemma concerning connection.
July 4, 2022 | 9:00 amIn the fashion scene, looking for pieces designed from locally and sustainably sourced materials has been increasingly minded by many consumers. But designers and weaving communities are faced with a dilemma concerning connection.
Iloilo was once known as the textile capital of the Philippines. Thus, Panublix got its name from the Hiligaynon word ‘“Knowing that there are a lot of communities whose livelihood is weaving but has difficulties bringing their products to the market, while there are also designers who have problems with connecting to artisans led to the establishment of Panublix,” the company shared.
Panublix has so far onboarded 23 partner community enterprises that include 10 weaving enterprises, eight artisan communities outside Western Visayas, two indigenous communities, two garment makers, and one raw material fiber supplier. During the pandemic, the startup has helped generate 284 jobs. In partnership with the Department of Science and Technology — Philippine Textile Research Institute, it has access to Philippine-made yarns and weaves, which are 100% Philippine cotton, cotton-abaca, and cotton-piña.
And to further support designers and artisans to set up and grow their online commerce presence and get access to raw materials, Panublix raises funds to carry out the Panublix Weaving Enterprise Digital Enabler , which could also help connect to global markets.
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