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.
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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June 19, 2007 at 2:00 pm
Gillian Waldman
Wow Shai! Those are unreal. What a lovely collection. Will come by later
June 19, 2007 at 3:19 pm
Catero
Shai, you outdo yourself every time. These are so beautifully done and elegant. Absolutely ravishing.
June 19, 2007 at 6:19 pm
Shai Delacroix
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.
June 19, 2007 at 7:13 pm
delaney whippet
These are unbelievable. I love your stuff so much.
June 20, 2007 at 5:55 am
tinky the lurker
So proud of you hon! Salamat for bringing the filipino culture to SL;)
June 25, 2007 at 2:45 am
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June 25, 2007 at 6:21 am
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June 27, 2007 at 3:45 pm
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[...] 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 [...]
July 3, 2007 at 5:34 pm
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[...] 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 [...]
July 4, 2007 at 5:44 am
Jollibee lover.
MAGANDA!
July 5, 2007 at 12:20 pm
rikomatic
Wow, those are stunning. Can’t wait to get one of you barongs! Word to my fellow SL Flips!
July 6, 2007 at 7:22 pm
Shai Delacroix
Haha salamat guys! One second love to you all.
October 2, 2007 at 10:19 am
mushy
very creative.. one of a kind pixels.. idol ^.^
October 2, 2007 at 4:39 pm
Elizabeth Berke
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…
November 1, 2007 at 12:29 am
romela
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.
December 24, 2007 at 4:50 pm
lyn diaz
wow!!! i like those designs… can u send me more designs of your filipiniana….
January 22, 2008 at 6:06 am
ShirleyCheay Santos
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(808) 214-31-50 as soon u get my message appreceated thank u and aloha from Maui
January 30, 2008 at 6:29 am
joan montibano
wow!!!!!! awesome!!!! what a wonderful filipiniana dress i’ve seen before!!! good luck!!!
February 28, 2008 at 5:35 am
Maricel
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!
March 20, 2008 at 10:40 pm
El P.
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?
May 24, 2008 at 8:23 pm
Ciara
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!
June 25, 2008 at 3:59 am
gail
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!
June 26, 2008 at 8:03 pm
grachie
hey! i’ve always wanted to buy a traditional filipino dress and i really like your designs. is there anyway i can purchase this?
June 28, 2008 at 11:13 pm
roz
I was amazed with the designs!!! keep it up!!! it is really gorgeous!!!
July 9, 2008 at 4:09 am
lliwelyn
hi where can i purchase your designs???
August 30, 2008 at 7:35 am
tecigurl
I was looking for Filipino costumes for Buwan ng Wika and what did I see here? A fabulous combination of tradition and innovation. You make me proud to be Pinay
These designs rock!
October 26, 2008 at 11:30 am
juvy lynn
wer is your cam
October 26, 2008 at 11:34 am
juvy lynn
i like your dress its my fovorite
December 3, 2008 at 1:24 am
dress games
I like your dress.
January 4, 2009 at 3:34 am
Julie Ly
Wow. Absolutely beatuful. Very magnificent collection.
March 19, 2009 at 3:45 pm
letty waddell
My daughter is competing for Miss Asian Festival 2009 here in North Carolina and she really love the Imelda gown. Can this be bought or made for her and does it come in different colors? If so, how can I place the order? Please respond asap for the competition is fast approaching. Thank you very much!
March 27, 2009 at 1:29 pm
marie
m interested in the maria clara and traje de mestizos. around how much would they cost?
i live abroad. i would probably need to email you my measurements before i go for fitting. i plan to go back to manila around the end of may for just a couple of days (4 max).
April 4, 2009 at 2:37 am
dd
is this sims 2
April 21, 2009 at 6:09 am
jhoyelene
can this be rented??? your gowns are fabulous:]]
July 4, 2009 at 5:03 am
Alyssa
hi! i love ur dresses, im going to be in a miss ten fil-am pageant and i was wondering if i can either purchase, or if possible, rent one of ur dresses. please get back to me as as soon as u can. thank u so much!
Alyssa Arjona<3
July 25, 2009 at 11:25 am
mvmadarieta
Superb!, Oozing with class. this is art, culture and design at its best. And i don’t mean just the Filipiniana costumes, which are breathtaking, but all of the collections. Congratulations Casa del Shai, you are an incredible showcase of Filipino talent and impeccable good taste.
August 8, 2009 at 2:47 am
gRaCe
iT,S pretty
August 17, 2009 at 1:27 am
leah
i will compete this coming sept. how can i purchased my order?
August 18, 2009 at 10:24 am
Sen
Hey! Are these designs are still available? Do you accept renting dress? Just need for lakambini..
August 31, 2009 at 8:58 am
christie
can u send me more beautiful designs of filipina gown cause the theme of our JS prom will be like that..
September 15, 2009 at 6:22 pm
MARY PRADO
I WOULD LIKE TO RENT A FILIPINA MEZTISA DRESS FOR A DANCE PRESENTATION THAT IN NOVEMNER.
I’M INTERESTED IN A DRESS THAT HAS A FULL SKIRT.
THANKS.
MARY
September 25, 2009 at 5:13 am
Dimple
How do you place an order. Can you please email me?
October 5, 2009 at 12:26 pm
Nelfa Sardoma
I am one of the contestant of Mrs. Phil. USA. Our coronation night is on Nov. 7 and I am interested in wearing our Fipilipiniana Terno. I like the Imelda design.
I would like to know how much its cost and how long is the delivery?
October 14, 2009 at 5:44 pm
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November 4, 2009 at 5:05 pm
zabrina esperanza
Would like to ask if i could order one of your collection. Plan to wear it for my wedding reception in Malaysia…
November 4, 2009 at 8:50 pm
kokey
i am inetrested in your collection and asking how much is the price of each dress? i need the dress by dec 5 i am here in us…volunteering to do the modelling for filipino arts and culture…hope to hear your reply as soon as possible, thank u