BACK in 1999, three women founded Aranáz, a fashion label that’s made a name for itself after integrating exotic prints and indigenous artisan crafts in chic, modern handbags. Almost two decades later, the brand has grown into a name that one can’t miss in the discussion of haute Filipino handbags. It enjoys a following in both local and international markets, even counting among its patrons some members of European royal families.
Today, the brand’s signature style goes beyond the realm of handbags as Plains & Prints collaborates with Aranáz for a capsule collection that mixes the modern and traditional, as well as the elegant and practical.
The Aranáz for Plains & Prints collection is a celebration of Filipino artistry and tradition. With a laid-back and effortlessly elegant resort vibe, the collection features eight stylish handbags and seven fashion pieces that combine the unique design elements of Aranáz with Plains & Prints’s signature silhouettes and fabric designs.
Plains & Prints took cues from the Aranáz aesthetic by translating the luxury label’s iconic flamingo, coconut and pineapple prints into various pieces that radiate summer sophistication. On the other hand, the bags bear Aranáz’s intricate weaves, exquisitely handcrafted using locally sourced materials.
The Aranáz for Plains & Prints collection is the first time the handbag label has collaborated with a local retail fashion brand, and Aranáz Creative Director Amina Aranaz-Alunan says taking this new leap with Plains & Prints paves the way for them to share their love for handmade crafts.
“We’re always driven by our passion for endless creativity, imagination and support for Filipino designers. This collaboration allows us to spread to more women our modern appreciation for local artisanship,” Aranaz-Alunan says. Get a limited-edition Aranáz for Plains & Prints Journal when you purchase one apparel and one bag from the collection on or before May 10.
The clothes are available in all Plains & Prints stores nationwide, while the handbags are available exclusively in select branches only. Online, you may purchase from www.plainsandprints.com, Zalora, Lazada and Amazon.