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Romancing The Filipiniana Ternos

June 19, 2007

Casa del Shai introduces The Shai Filipiniana series, a loving tribute to the glorious Filipina ancestors, drawing inspiration from our history and colorful literature. We celebrate our Independence Day every June 12, when the first flag was raised over Taal, and I thought it was a good time to showcase true Filipina flavor. These Ternos are stylized variations of the Philippine National Costume adorned with lace butterfly sculpted sleeves, bell sleeves, the Panuelo (shawl), shirred bodices, pearls and flexified ball gown skirts. Each gown harks back to the Filipina Mestizas of the 1800s as it evolves into the the ternos Imelda Marcos personified in the 70s . They symbolize the grandeur and beauty of the Dalagang Filipina, mysteriously demure yet amazingly proud and strong.

Filipiniana Terno Ad

These gowns were made with much heart and love. A proud independent nationalist, and a culture geek at heart, this is why I am proud to be Filipina.

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24 comments

  1. Wow Shai! Those are unreal. What a lovely collection. Will come by later :)

         by Gillian Waldman June 19, 2007 at 2:00 pm

  2. Shai, you outdo yourself every time. These are so beautifully done and elegant. Absolutely ravishing.

         by Catero June 19, 2007 at 3:19 pm

  3. Thank you so much :) This series is made with blood, sweat and sleepless nights. A month and a half in production. I will detail all the gowns on separate posts :) The barongs are on the way.

         by Shai Delacroix June 19, 2007 at 6:19 pm

  4. These are unbelievable. I love your stuff so much.

         by delaney whippet June 19, 2007 at 7:13 pm

  5. So proud of you hon! Salamat for bringing the filipino culture to SL ;)

         by tinky the lurker June 20, 2007 at 5:55 am

  6. [...] her recent introduction of the breathtaking Filipiniana Collection Shai has not forgotten her male following, bringing us the Barong Tagalog, the Philippine national [...]

         by Men’s Second Style » New: This Week in Men’s Fashion: June 17 - 23, 2007 June 25, 2007 at 2:45 am

  7. [...] Casa del Shai (Deco 112, 152, 30) Shai Filipiniana Dress Collection [...]

         by Ensembly Challenged | Second Life Fashion & Style Reviews | SL Shopping Blog June 25, 2007 at 6:21 am

  8. [...] about the person who made it. The real person. I think Shai has revealed some of that in her recent Filipiniana series. These are really very special. Even if you typically don’t have reason to wear pieces [...]

         by Something very special from Shai » Deux Looks June 27, 2007 at 3:45 pm

  9. [...] stunning. I honestly can’t tell you which one I like best. Look at the awesome creations on her blog, and read the stories about the women that have inspired her. Let me show the the Traje de Mestiza [...]

         by Shai’s Roots at Second Style Fashionista July 3, 2007 at 5:34 pm

  10. MAGANDA!

         by Jollibee lover. July 4, 2007 at 5:44 am

  11. Wow, those are stunning. Can’t wait to get one of you barongs! Word to my fellow SL Flips!

         by rikomatic July 5, 2007 at 12:20 pm

  12. Haha salamat guys! One second love to you all.

         by Shai Delacroix July 6, 2007 at 7:22 pm

  13. very creative.. one of a kind pixels.. idol ^.^

         by mushy October 2, 2007 at 10:19 am

  14. Gorgeous and Glamorous…where do I find your Filipiniana Collection? Need one for my visit to Manila in Dec. 2007. My husband needs a Barong too. Please get in touch with me, Shai.

    Great collection…

         by Elizabeth Berke October 2, 2007 at 4:39 pm

  15. great designs! where can i find your collections? can we order online? i need one outfit before the end of november. hope you can get in touch with me thru my email add soonest. by the way, i’m based in seoul, korea right now.

         by romela November 1, 2007 at 12:29 am

  16. wow!!! i like those designs… can u send me more designs of your filipiniana….

         by lyn diaz December 24, 2007 at 4:50 pm

  17. My Name is Shirley I’m one Candedate of Ms. Maui Filipina here in Hawaii. I see the design of the gown do u have any address and phone No. so I can Call u I need the Gown as soon as possible its like Imelda marcus the design, one I see beige with dark brown undernet. would u mind to Call me 1(80 8) 214-31-50 as soon u get my message appreceated thank u and aloha from Maui

         by ShirleyCheay Santos January 22, 2008 at 6:06 am

  18. wow!!!!!! awesome!!!! what a wonderful filipiniana dress i’ve seen before!!! good luck!!!

         by joan montibano January 30, 2008 at 6:29 am

  19. awesome!wonderful filipiniana dresses…I need a couple of them when i get home from Dubai (July 2008)!can i pre order?where can i find your place?Please email me!

         by Maricel February 28, 2008 at 5:35 am

  20. i’m entering a miss asian american competition and would like to order the imelda terno gown (green) if possible…. how do i place the order?

         by El P. March 20, 2008 at 10:40 pm

  21. Hi! I’m interested in your creation. Can you please email me back your contact number- where I could reach you. Hope to hear from you soon. Thanks!

         by Ciara May 24, 2008 at 8:23 pm

  22. whoa, beautiful stuff. from another “culture geek at heart,” these are inspiring. i love the ternos and balintawaks of old, and your modern interpretation is exciting. you’ve mentioned that all these gowns are only virtual, but i do hope you will get a chance to see them in reality (i’m assuming you sew… ;)

    in any case, i hope you make more designs. great stuff!

         by gail June 25, 2008 at 3:59 am

  23. hey! i’ve always wanted to buy a traditional filipino dress and i really like your designs. is there anyway i can purchase this?

         by grachie June 26, 2008 at 8:03 pm

  24. I was amazed with the designs!!! keep it up!!! it is really gorgeous!!!

         by roz June 28, 2008 at 11:13 pm

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