Source the finest Philippine products at Manila FAME Considered as the country’s premiere design and lifestyle event, Manila FAME is a bi-annual showcase of craftsmanship, design innovation, eco-sustainability, and artisanship in Philippine products. It showcases certified, export-quality products such as furniture and home furnishings, holiday gifts and decor, and fashion accessories crafted in the Philippines for the global market.

Manila FAME is the second longest-running trade show in the Asia Pacific, and is the only trade event in the country that is approved by UFI (Union des Foires Internationales), the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry.

Manila FAME gears for a bigger show edition in October 2014, with the inclusion of the International Hall that will feature exhibitors from around the world.

Frequency Twice a year (March and October) Exhibition Size 16, 230 sqm(9,130 ground level; 7,100 second level) Dates and Opening Hours Export order-taking: 16-19 October 2014Open to public: 18-19 October 2014 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Daily(extended until 7:00 p.m. for the last 2 days) Venue SMX Convention CenterMall of Asia Complex, Pasay CityMetro Manila 1300 Philippines Scale Approved event by Union des Foires Inter-nationales (UFI), The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry Trade Buyer Profile Foreign Buyers & Importers, Wholesalers, Distributors, Trading Firms, Merchandising Agents, Buying Offices, Department Stores, Retailers, Mail-Order Houses, Architects, Interior Designers, Facilities Managers, etc.

SOULCRAFTS Colorful stories of history, heritage and hope are woven into every intricately crafted product by dedicated Filipino craftsmen whose skills have been perfected through the years – with passion. Influenced by the craftsmanship of the present, these handmade creations bring tradition to the now and continue to inspire those who value ‘soul art.’

Manila FAME, the design and lifestyle event of Asia, continues to inspire with a strong statement on what is design-forward, popular, artisanal, and soulful.

LUXEHigh-value products always come with a price: an unparalleled dedication to meticulous craftsmanship. They are top of the line in design, quality, and craftsmanship, befitting prestige brands and limited-edition items that cater to a niche market with discriminating taste. Luxe connotes sophistication, elegance, and style.

GEN CMillennial-friendly products are contemporary, chic, and collaborative – all in keeping with the needs of the new generation consumer. The fast-paced lifestyle of today’s consumer drives design that is trendy yet functional; bold yet relevant. Cutting-edge design often paves the way to self-expression that knows no limits.

DESIGN FOR EXPORTS SCENOGRAPHYDesign Philippines at work.A presentation of exceptional craftsmanship, quality, and innovation in products with the expert mentorship of local and international design specialists.

RED BOXFresh. Modern. Current.Designers on the rise in a development program aimed at harnessing talent and creating cutting-edge products for the world.

MANILA WEARChic. Stylish. Relevant.A chic showcase of fashion objects from the Philippine fashion industry’s brightest talents, marrying artisanal crafts and contemporary sensibilities synonymous with tropical.

OTOP MARKETPLACEHome. Means. Life.The OTOP Marketplace is a showcase of carefully crafted products from the various regions of the Philippines that make use of the country’s indigenous raw materials and local skills and talents. It provides a venue for home-based small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to sell their products, their means for a better life.

The One Town, One Product (OTOP) program of the Bureau of Domestic Trade (BDT) of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is a priority program of the government to promote entrepreneurship and job creation.

WEAVES OF THE PHILIPPINES/CRAFT SPOTSEthnic. Artisanal. Uniquely Filipino.Weaves of the Philippines is an initiative to raise awareness on the craftsmanship that goes into every product through live demonstrations and special installations that provide a glimpse into the cultural narrative of the Philippines.

KATHA AWARDSA Hallmark of Philippine Design Excellence.An appreciation of Filipino craftsmanship and artisanship, the Katha Awards is considered as the most prestigious award in the Philippine design scene.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

DESIGN WEEK PHILIPPINESInspire. Celebrate. Nurture. Live. Connect.Design Week Philippines is a platform that brings together people from different backgrounds and disciplines, with or without design and creative background, to a complete design experience.

INTERNATIONAL HALL Where local meets global. And where global meets local.A business venue that brings together under one roof international exhibitors, notably from Asia Pacific and ASEAN countries, tapping into the local and international markets. It provides a fresh sourcing venue for trade buyers from around the world who regularly come to Manila FAME to look for quality, innovative, design-forward products.

NEOTEXTILES PHILIPPINES NeoTextiles Philippines aims to support and promote the Philippine textile, positioning it as a commercially-viable and globally-competitive product that gives value to its roots while innovating tradition and adapting today’s trends to create products that are versatile and modern.

Personalized service and a total rewarding sourcing experience await you as a Manila FAME buyer.

BEFORE THE SHOW

• Online registration

• Pre-arranged business itinerary

• VIP assistance from airport to venue

DURING THE SHOW

• Worry-free sourcing with a personal FAME buddy

(subject to availability and upon request)

• Shuttle service to and from the venue and hotel

• Pre-arranged appointments to exhibitors’ factories and showrooms upon request

• Dedicated interpreter during business meeting upon request prior to the show

• Access to networking events

• Complimentary refreshments and unlimited use of Wi-Fi at the Buyers Lounge

• Complimentary wellness treat at the Serenity Lounge

• Customized tour to selected design destinations – museums, art galleries, special

design shops and restaurants

• Complimentary assistance for travel arrangements within the Philippines

• Complimentary transfer from exhibition venue to airport

AFTER THE SHOW

• Follow-up and coordination with suppliers met during the show

• Updates on Manila FAME

• PLUS: A year-round sourcing venue of the best of Philippine export products at

HallONE “Design for Exports”

SPECIAL SERVICES FOR

FAME BUYERS

• Free 3D/2N first-classhotel accommodation

• Pre-arranged visits to exhibitors’factories and showrooms

• VIP assistance and services

*Subject to evaluation/approval.For more information on how to qualify, please log

on to: www.manilafame.com

Becoming a Manila FAME buyer is more than just a sourcing

visit to the show. It is a rewarding experience as one

discovers exceptional design-driven products, the legendary

Filipino hospitality, and the perks and treats of the Manila

FAME Buyer Program.

A FAME Buyer enjoys the following perks*:

Deadline for Buyer RegistrationVIB Program - 29 August 2014

Online Registration - 10 October 2014

“Filipinos are really good at producing great pieces. They should be given a chance to

showcase their products all over the world!” - ZELDA BOOTH, BUYER FROM AUSTRALIA

“The reception and assistance at the airport, the transportation to the hotel, the buyer’s kit that contains everything about the show, and the

pillow talk in your bed are all excellent! I love the ambience of the VIP Buyers’ Lounge; it is open,

fresh, friendly, and yes, the food is perfect! - DETLEF KLATT, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

SPECIALIST FROM GERMANY

“I would like to congratulate you on the quality of collections and stand displays in Manla FAME. All these efforts will definitely contribute to the success of your show!” –

FREDERIC BOUGEARD, DIRECTOR OF SAFI INTERNATIONAL, FROM FRANCE

“The design of fashion accessories here is impeccable. What CITEM is doing for the participating companies in the OTOP

Marketplace is amazing!” – FIONA RANKINE FROM SINGAPORE

What they say

HallONE Design for Exports is a design facility for the best Philippine export products, a year-round sourcing venue for local and foreign buyers, industry meetings and events. It offers services from business matching and appointment scheduling, factory visits, retail selling, design clinics, to seminars and workshops.

www.hallone.ph

A week-long celebration ofPhilippine design

A year-rounddesign showcase

13-19 OCTOBER 2014

Design Week Philippines is a celebration of DESIGN through programs and events that foster creativity among Filipinos to strengthen the country’s positioning as Asia’s Design Destination.

Proclamation No. 277 signed by President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III on October 20, 2011, declares the third week of March and October of each year as Design Week Philippines.

www.designweekphilippines.com.ph

THE GALLERYManila FAME showcases a unique collection of certified, export-quality home products, which represents what the Philippines has to offer to the world.

THE ORGANIZER

The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) is the export promotions arm of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). CITEM is committed to develop and nurture globally competitive Philippine SMEs, exporters, designers, and manufacturers by implementing an integrated approach to export marketing in partnership with other government and private entities.

In the last 30 years, CITEM has established the country’s image as the premier destination for quality export products and services. It continues to set the highest standards of creativity, excellence and innovation to achieve export competitiveness in the international market.

www.citem.com.ph

For more information, contact:

MANILA FAME SECRETARIATCenter for InternationalTrade Expositions and Missions (CITEM)Golden Shell PavilionITC Complex, Roxas Blvd. cor. Sen. Gil J. Puyat Ave.Pasay City 1300, Philippines

T: +632 833.1258 | 831.2201 local 240 / 243F: +632 834.0177 | 832.3965E: manilafame@citem.com.ph

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