Cover Models in Jojie Lloren’s “A Lullaby for my Mother” collection walk on the runway at TernoCon: Kasarinlan, Kultura, Kasuotan

Experience the vibrant celebration of Philippine Independence with TernoCon 2024's showcase of stunning Filipino fashion at SM Mall of Asia

Filipino heritage and style reigned supreme as the Museo Del Galeon in SM Mall of Asia transformed into a spectacular celebration of culture and the nation’s independence with the highly anticipated TernoCon 2024 held recently. The event brought together talented designers, stunning creations, and a community united in celebrating Filipino legacy through fashion.

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Titled "KKK: Kasarinlan, Kultura, Kasuotan," the fashion show commemorated the 126th year of Philippine Independence, showcasing the rich history of our culture through the iconic terno. The event was made possible with the collaboration of Bench/ lifestyle + clothing and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP). Three trailblazing fashion designers—Jojie Lloren, Cary Santiago, and Jaggy Glarino—stunned the audience with collections that paid homage to Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Each collection was a personal tribute, weaving stories of our heritage into every piece.

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Above Minimalist fashion designer Jojie Lloren during TernoCon 2024
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Above Jojie Lloren brings a personal touch to his collection, “A Lullaby for my Mother,” that honours both his mother and the motherland during TernoCon 2024

Lloren’s "A Lullaby for my Mother" captivated the night with 12 elegant ternos, paying homage to his beloved mom and the Motherland. Santiago’s "Ikonograpiya" wowed everyone with 12 ternos, celebrating iconic Filipino symbols like the Sampaguita, the Philippine national flower, jeepney, and sorbetes in the vivid colours of our national flag. Glarino’s "Lemlunay" enchanted the audience with nine ternos and three barongs, inspired by the rich cultural heritage of Mindanao.

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Above Cary Santiago unveils “Ikonograpiya,” a collection inspired by the Philippine flag and iconic national symbols during TernoCon 2024
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Above Sculptural fashion designer Cary Santiago during TernoCon 2024

The atmosphere was filled with a sense of elegance and national pride. The audience itself was a stunning display of Filipino beauty, with guests adorned in their finest ternos, barongs, and modern Filipiniana interpretations. The crowd personified the vibrant essence of Filipino fashion, with even celebrities wearing eye-catching ensembles and fashion lovers donning avant-garde creations.

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Above Avant-garde fashion designer Jaggy Glarino during TernoCon 2024
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Above Jaggy Glarino presents “Lemlunay,” a collection that draws on the rich cultural heritage of Mindanao during TernoCon 2024

If you missed the show, don’t worry! From June 11 to June 23, there will be a unique exhibit held in the Main Atrium of SM Mall of Asia, which is located between Bench and The French Baker. You can get up close and personal with 24 carefully chosen runway looks here, where you can admire the deft craftsmanship and stirring backstories of each piece.


To know more about SM Supermalls’ exciting fashion events, visit smsupermalls.com or follow @SMSupermalls on social media.

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