05/02/2026
Designer in Focus: Miriam Nadugo - Dugyon
Miriam Nadugo ‑ Dugyon is an Ifugao fashion designer and creative behind the brand MIRA KIRA, whose work celebrates and elevates the rich weaving traditions of northern Philippines through fashion. Her label has been featured alongside other local fashion houses at events like Layag ng Habi, a cultural fashion showcase in Ifugao that highlights indigenous textiles and the craftsmanship of regional weavers, including Lab Ikat, where MIRA KIRA presented collections that honor the province’s textile heritage. The garments she creates thoughtfully blend ancestral weaving techniques and patterns with contemporary silhouettes, making traditional textiles relevant
and wearable in today’s fashion landscape.
Beyond aesthetics, her designs serve as cultural narratives — each piece embodying stories of resilience, community, and heritage rooted in Ifugao and Cordilleran identity. Through MIRA KIRA, Nadugo‑Dugyon contributes to the preservation and celebration of Filipino weaving culture, connecting artisan craftsmanship with broader audiences who seek meaningful fashion that reflects both tradition and creativity.
