Local enterprise LIKHÂ is taking Filipino talent and craftsmanship to a world-class degree this year. The brand’s new Ella Hand-crocheted Bucket Bag is now officially a design under high-profile lifestyle brand Tory Burch, set to make a statement and a lasting impression on artisans and fashion connoisseurs worldwide.
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LIKHÂ’s Ella Bucket Bag turns abaca straw into simple but stylish pieces that thoroughly capture the Philippines’ history and culture. The brand’s artisan partners have added a variety of details to the bag that highlight its intricate hand-knotted patterns, bringing a unique touch to its globally recognized story.
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“For us, seeing the finished bag at Tory Burch is also about seeing the people behind it represented on a global stage,” the LIKHÂ team wrote on Instagram.
The Ella takes on a distinct form and rich color thanks to its twisted fibers, making it an ideal choice for casual city strolls and beach getaways. The bag’s success is a major step in the right direction, especially in fulfilling LIKHÂ’s long-term goals of preserving heritage craft, supporting sustainable designs and livelihoods, and bringing locally made goods to the global market.
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It took LIKHÂ two and a half years to hone their craft as a team and create a bag that seamlessly blends style, convenience, and unapologetically Filipino elements. That’s why its international presence means everything to them and the brand’s founder, Natalie Llorente-Lim, who’s also a Tory Burch Foundation Fellow.
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“Behind [the Ella’s] seemingly simple form are years of sampling, refining, problem-solving, and learning what matters most: the hand of the artisan,” LIKHÂ explained. “We’re proud to see the work of our artisan partners represented on this stage.”
The Ella Hand-crocheted Bucket Bag by LIKHÂ is now available in the U.S. at Tory Burch.
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