Skeeter Labastilla-Turgut

Founder and CEO, Pinas Sadya

Tatler Asia

For modernising indigenous textiles for contemporary wear and taking heritage-driven Philippine fashion to the global stage

Former regional media executive Skeeter Labastilla-Turgut is redefining contemporary Filipino style. Since transitioning into fashion entrepreneurship, she has expanded Pinas Sadya from a home-based project into a prominent retail brand with three Metro Manila boutiques. Her milestone showcase at New York Fashion Week elevated traditional weaves like Inabel and T’nalak globally, while her design philosophy merges size inclusivity, direct artisan collaboration and everyday cultural identity.

Impacted Industries


  • Fashion & Beauty