PIOPIO

Clothing and accessories that blend modern design with time-honoured artisan techniques

PIOPIO

Clothing and accessories that blend modern design with time-honoured artisan techniques

Discover PIOPIO Here

The Brand Bio

Founder:

Paloma Urquijo Zobel

Established:

2016

Headquarters:

Manila, Philippines

County of Manufacture:

Philippines

PIOPIO is a line of bohemian, free spirited and contemporary clothing and accessories. The brand blends modern design with time-honoured artisan techniques. Their items feature the work of traditional Filipino weavers and artisans from around the Philippines, updated as every day wear. Some are original designs, and some are sourced from great artists and designers around the country.

PIOPIO's mission is to weave funky Filipino traditions and artistry into everything they do. The brand sources all of their expertly woven fabrics directly from local hand weavers from across the country to bring you an array of one-of-a-kind patterns meticulously crafted into every garment. PIOPIO creates small collections or individual pieces. Each piece is meant to be an individual unique Filipino addition to complement your own personal style.

Upcycled denim, vibrant embroidery, and funky patterns are testament to how PIOPIO takes its Philippine heritage seriously, but doesn't take itself too seriously.

Ethics and Aesthetics

Highlights from PIOPIO's environmental, social, and personal commitments

Environmental Commitments

Animal-friendly, Cruelty-free

No animal testing: prohibits the testing of products or ingredients on animals

No endangered species: does not use materials or substances from species listed as endangered by CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora)

Angora-free: does not use angora in its supply chain

Ethical sourcing of feathers: does not use feathers or down obtained from the live plucking of birds

Sustainable Product Design

Considers social and environmental factors during the design process and product development stages

Designs its products to last and withstand many wears over the years

Designs its products to be recycled or reused

Ethical Sourcing of Raw Materials

Uses natural and/or biodegradable fabrics in its collection and products

Environmental Conservation Efforts and Practices

Protects the local environment and its biodiversity in the areas of operation

Uses water respectfully and aims to reduce its water consumption

Collects scrap materials and/or by-products from its own production for outside recycling and/or repurposing

Product take-back scheme: takes back pre-loved products and/or packaging for reuse, recycling or disposal

Sustainable Marketing and Packaging Materials

Uses environmentally-friendly packaging materials made of recycled, recyclable, FSC and/or PEFC certified materials

Ethical and Sustainable Production / Manufacturing

Manufacturing and Production Processes

Factory is in the Philippines, local to the Brand's country of origin/business operations, reducing its carbon footprint

Sources more than fifty percent (50%) of its raw materials and labour with local, independent suppliers

Works with recognised ethical factories

Manufactures its collections and products in limited quantities, avoiding mass production

Practices eco-friendly screen printing and dyeing in the development of its fabrics

Waste Management and Recycling

Has taken steps to reduce its manufacturing waste and has targets in place to achieve this

Optimises its design and production (e.g. pattern cutting etc.) to minimise fabric and material waste

Recycles more than fifty percent (50%) of its waste

Supports the reclamation and recycling of textile materials (fibres and fabrics)

Fur-free

Does not, and has never, used any and all types of animal fur in its collections or any products

Personal and Social Commitments

Good Corporate Governance

Fair pay: All employees and subcontractors are paid the local minimum and/or living wage

Committed to and has policies/standards in place to ensure responsible labour practices and conditions (e.g. Code of Conduct)

Equal employment: ensures its hiring and employment practices do not, in any way, discriminate

Ensures safe working conditions for all employees

Employees are incentivised to achieve environmental and social progress

Provides training to artisans that are part of its supply chain

Fair Trade Practices

Suppliers pay fairly: ensures that its suppliers pay employees and subcontractors the local minimum and/or living wage

No child or forced labour: supplier/s have policies in place preventing any child and/or forced labour

Traceable Supply and Manufacturing Chain

Has policies and systems in place to maintain knowledge of and manage relationships within its supply chains

Utilises its own vertically integrated facilities for the production of its collections and products

Publicly discloses its supply chain/supplier list

Ensures gems and precious metals are conflict-free

Handcrafted, Artisanal

A portion of the products are handcrafted in the Brand's own studio and factory

A portion of the products are handcrafted by the Brand’s partner artisans or manufacturers

The Brand’s handcrafted products provide livelihood for small communities in the Philippines

Supports the preservation of cultural skills and techniques through handcrafted production

Charitable, Philanthropic

Donates a portion of its profits to the Ayala Foundation

Relevé Fashion in partnership with

share with you the UN Sustainable Development Goals supported by Piopio

The State of the Art

Take a peek into the world of PIOPIO

Discover PIOPIO Here

The Brand Bio

Founder:

Paloma Urquijo Zobel

Established:

2016

Headquarters:

Manila, Philippines

Country of Manufacture:

Philippines

Upcycled denim, vibrant embroidery, and funky patterns are testament to how PIOPIO takes its Philippine heritage seriously, but doesn't take itself too seriously.

Ethics and Aesthetics

Highlights from PIOPIO's environmental, social, and personal commitments

Environmental Commitments

Animal-friendly, Cruelty-free

No animal testing: prohibits the testing of products or ingredients on animals

No endangered species: does not use materials or substances from species listed as endangered by CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora)

Angora-free: does not use angora in its supply chain

Ethical sourcing of feathers: does not use feathers or down obtained from the live plucking of birds

Sustainable Product Design

Considers social and environmental factors during the design process and product development stages

Designs its products to last and withstand many wears over the years

Designs its products to be recycled or reused

Ethical Sourcing of Raw Materials

Uses natural and/or biodegradable fabrics in its collection and products

Environmental Conservation Efforts and Practices

Protects the local environment and its biodiversity in the areas of operation

Uses water respectfully and aims to reduce its water consumption

Collects scrap materials and/or by-products from its own production for outside recycling and/or repurposing

Product take-back scheme: takes back pre-loved products and/or packaging for reuse, recycling or disposal

Sustainable Marketing and Packaging Materials

Uses environmentally-friendly packaging materials made of recycled, recyclable, FSC and/or PEFC certified materials

Ethical and Sustainable Production / Manufacturing

Manufacturing and Production Processes

Factory is in the Philippines, local to the Brand's country of origin/business operations, reducing its carbon footprint

Sources more than fifty percent (50%) of its raw materials and labour with local, independent suppliers

Works with recognised ethical factories

Manufactures its collections and products in limited quantities, avoiding mass production

Practices eco-friendly screen printing and dyeing in the development of its fabrics

Waste Management and Recycling

Has taken steps to reduce its manufacturing waste and has targets in place to achieve this

Optimises its design and production (e.g. pattern cutting etc.) to minimise fabric and material waste

Recycles more than fifty percent (50%) of its waste

Supports the reclamation and recycling of textile materials (fibres and fabrics)

Fur-free

Does not, and has never, used any and all types of animal fur in its collections or any products

Personal and Social Commitments

Good Corporate Governance

Fair pay: All employees and subcontractors are paid the local minimum and/or living wage

Committed to and has policies/standards in place to ensure responsible labour practices and conditions (e.g. Code of Conduct)

Equal employment: ensures its hiring and employment practices do not, in any way, discriminate

Ensures safe working conditions for all employees

Employees are incentivised to achieve environmental and social progress

Provides training to artisans that are part of its supply chain

Fair Trade Practices

Suppliers pay fairly: ensures that its suppliers pay employees and subcontractors the local minimum and/or living wage

No child or forced labour: supplier/s have policies in place preventing any child and/or forced labour

Traceable Supply and Manufacturing Chain

Has policies and systems in place to maintain knowledge of and manage relationships within its supply chains

Utilises its own vertically integrated facilities for the production of its collections and products

Publicly discloses its supply chain/supplier list

Ensures gems and precious metals are conflict-free

Handcrafted, Artisanal

A portion of the products are handcrafted in the Brand's own studio and factory

A portion of the products are handcrafted by the Brand’s partner artisans or manufacturers

The Brand’s handcrafted products provide livelihood for small communities in the Philippines

Supports the preservation of cultural skills and techniques through handcrafted production

Charitable, Philanthropic

Donates a portion of its profits to the Ayala Foundation

Relevé Fashion in partnership with

share with you the UN Sustainable Development Goals supported by Piopio

Relevé Fashion in partnership with

share with you the UN Sustainable Development Goals supported by Piopio

The State of the Art

Take a peek into the world of PIOPIO

Shop Confidently

Look good and do good. A portion of your next purchase will be contributed to your chosen cause.

Shop Confidently

Look good and do good. A portion of your next purchase will be contributed to your chosen cause.

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Relevé Fashion in partnership with

share with you the UN Sustainable Development Goals supported by Piopio

Discover PIOPIO Here

Relevé Fashion in partnership with

share with you the UN Sustainable Development Goals supported by Piopio

Relevé Fashion in partnership with

share with you the UN Sustainable Development Goals supported by Piopio

Shop Confidently

Look good and do good. A portion of your next purchase will be contributed to your chosen cause.

Shop Confidently

Look good and do good. A portion of your next purchase will be contributed to your chosen cause.

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