Local designers celebrate Flores de Mayo with stunning fashion illustrations
DCP Sketch Pad: “Las Flores Filipinas” entries In the Philippines, the month of May calls for townsfolk everywhere to converge on the street to celebrate the Flores de Mayo, an age-old Filipino tradition influenced by the Spaniards. Literally means “flowers of May,” it is known for its colorful parade dubbed as Santacruzan, where beautifully dressed sagalas (maidens) walk under floral-decorated carozas. Just like other festivals in the country, Flores de Mayo has a religious origin. In fact, it was first called Flores de Maria, honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary. Up until today, its M...
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