Despite the sluggish world
demand for costume jewelry which as affected export sales,
the Philippine fashion accessories sector is continuously
working on the implementation of projects that aim to
maintain high quality standards and keep our manufacturers
abreast with the latest trends.
Significant developments can be noted particularly in the
fine and costume jewelry sub-sectors with R&D and
technical inputs jointly being implemented by government
and the private sector. It began with primitive man
decorating himself by coloring his skin and wearing pieces
of shell, animal bone and feathers. These were symbols of
both his statuses within his bribe as well as of his skill
as hunter. Through the centuries, jewelry has been worn
for both status and aesthetic appeal.
Jewelry can be broadly classified into fine jewelry and
costume jewelry. An expanding intermediate category, known
as “bridge jewelry” is fast gaining a foothold in the
world market. The term “semi-jewelry” refers to another
group that overlaps both bridge and costume jewelry.
Very up to date fashion trends can be observed in the
Philippines, no matter one is looking for designer cloth,
particular brands or comfortable ready to wear cloth.
Prices are relatively inexpensive. Shoes and bags are very
cheap and available in big variety.
Embroidered garments, colorful woven cloth of tribes,
bamboo & rattan furniture, high quality local cigars,
jewelry, shell craft, fashion, leather goods can be found
on many native markets.
Imported products such as perfumery, jewelry, cloth,
electronics, liquors or branded fashion wear are primarily
available in shopping malls to find any Philippine handicrafts importers wholesaler.
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