The 2023 STITCH OFF National Streetwear Competition presented by Department of Science and Technology Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) during Day Two of 2023 National Youth Science, Technology, and Innovation Festival. Congrats to the winners!

1st Place – Threads of Heritage, Iloilo Science and Technology University

2nd Place – Magbagong-tatag, Technological University of the Philippines Manila

3rd Place – Nilikhay, Fashion Institute of the Philippines – Ortigas Main

People’s Choice Award – Echoing the Spirit of Taraki, Benguet State University

Industry Pick – Bolador, University of the Philippines

DOST Pick – Magbagong-tatag, TUP Manila

The competition aims to fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for Philippine textiles and the Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) that drive their evolution. This competition is a platform for young talents to showcase the intersection of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary science and technology, emphasizing the importance of innovation in Philippine textile development.

BENGUET STATE UNIVERSITY

“Echoing the Spirit of Taraki” by Yllena Leygo and Valerie Calango

SOFA DESIGN INSTITUTE

“Hulma Ugma” by Kyla Gregorio and Kira Secuya

DE LA SALLE COLLEGE OF SAINT BENILDE

“Mga Kwento sa Misa de Gallo” by Brian Razon and Kristina Manalo

UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES

“Bolador” by Krizia Boston and Karen Testibia

TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES

“Magbagong-tatag” by John Michael Boyon and Jali Rye Orquilla

ILOILO SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY

“Threads of Heritage” by Seth Amuel Abellano and Izakiah Feril

PANGASINAN STATE UNIVERSITY

“Streetwear Apparel” by Khimberly Montero and Reynan Tamayo

SOFA DESIGN INSTITUTE

“Frayed” by Royce Bautista and Sophia Reganit

ILOILO SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY

“Luyung” by Jarre Silvestre and Richard Talipan

FASHION INSTITUTE OF THE PHILIPPINES

“Nilikhay” by Anton Van Herrera and Rover Osias

SOFA DESIGN INSTITUTE

“Sardina Splendor” by Gerald James Tinas and Michael Emir Loresto

FASHION INSTITUTE OF THE PHILIPPINES

“Harmony of Harvest” by Carmela Juaneza and Will Jireh Malabay

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