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Rooted in the rich textile heritage of Aklan, La Herminia Weaving and Arts Incorporated has spent nearly three decades preserving the art of piña handloom weaving while championing the possibilities of indigenous fibers and Filipino craftsmanship. Recognized for its role in sustaining Aklan's piña weaving tradition.

What begins as a pineapple leaf or a strand of abaca in the Philippines is now being turned into fashion in Milan, bringing Philippine textile innovation closer to global markets and creating new opportunities across the value chain, from farmers and weavers to manufacturers.

A multi-sector partnership among the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), Shell Pilipinas Corporation, and SoFA Design Institute is advancing circular-design education by combining textile science, industry expertise, and design education to promote sustainable, innovative reuse of textiles.