People
Filipino
Introduction
The Philippines is an archipelago that boasts 7,107 beautiful islands. The culture of each province is unique but distinctly Filipino and our design styles reflect this rich diversity.
Quick Facts
Locale codes
en-PH
tl-PH
Currency
Philippine Peso (₱)
Flag
Ethnicities
Other local 26%
Tagalog 24%
Bisaya 11%
Cebuano 10%
Ilocano 9%
Continent
South East Asia
Languages
English
Tagalog
Cebuano
Waray
Most Popular OS
Android
Top Communication App
Messenger
**Updated December 2022
What do Filipinos wear everyday?
Filipino women often dress in a variety of colours and styles, ranging from shirts and trousers, to skirts, dresses, and flats for everyday wear. For a more casual look, shirts, jeans, and slippers or sneakers are popular choices. When attending more formal occasions, women typically choose to wear gowns, dresses, or a modernized version of Filipiñiana attire.
Filipino men can add a splash of colour to their wardrobes with various casual outfits. Shorts are perfect for laid-back occasions and jeans for everyday wear, while street wear can be composed of shirts, jeans, and either slippers or sneakers. For a more professional look, a short-sleeved barong, trousers, and a suit or polo shirt are appropriate. When attending formal events, men should opt for a barong tagalog, trousers, and a suit for a dapper ensemble.
Folkloric Attire
Filipino traditional clothing has been around since pre-colonial times, with both men and women wearing a "blouse and skirt" known as Baro't saya. This outfit is still worn today during special events. Another traditional Filipino garment is the Maria Clara dress, also known as the Filipiniana dress or traje de mestiza. This dress is named after the iconic character Maria Clara from the novel Noli Me Tangere and is usually made from piña cloth.
Another popular traditional Filipino garment is the terno, a dress with butterfly sleeves that was popularized by Philippine National Artist Ramon Valera. Then there is the malong, which is traditionally worn by both men and women in the mainland Mindanao. It is characterized by a rectangular or tube-like wrap-around skirt with a variety of geometric patterns. These traditional Filipino garments are still worn today and serve as a reminder of the country's rich history and culture.
The Barong Tagalog, also known as the "Tagalog Dress," is the national dress of the Philippines and is characterized by its embroidered long-sleeved formal shirt for men. Additionally, the Native Igorot Shawl originates from the traditional Baro't saya, and is composed of a casual kimona dress paired with a matching West Visayan wrap around called “patadyong”. This type of clothing is usually worn by tribes of the Cordillera ranges. Lastly, the Igorot Bahag is made from barkcloth or from hand-woven textiles and was used by men throughout pre-colonial Philippines.
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