THE STORY BEHIND SOLEMATE
A closer look at Liliw’s slipper-making industry—its people, process, and the realities shaping it today
Because every slipper has a story and every story deserves to be seen
Solemate: Match Made in Liliw is a three-episode docu-vlog series and website that lets you in on the action within Liliw’s slipper-making industry. It shines a light on the craft, on the people whose pairs you can buy, and on the circumstances affecting an industry threatened by increasing production costs, dwindling customer bases, and lack of support.
More than anything, it’s a step toward bringing attention back to a craft that’s long defined the town. Who knows? You might just want to visit Liliw yourself and buy a pair or two.
On the Hearts behind the handmade work
When you make something by hand, you can put an identity on the actual product. The difference between handmade and mass-produced is when it’s handmade, you know the person made it and the person who actually took the time to craft that item.”Â
- Margarita Monteiro, Badong's Footwear
Meet the Team Behind SoleMate
Meet the five creatives whose vision and collaboration brought SoleMate to life
The Experiences of the Slipper Business owners
Here are a few glimpses into their experiences and reflections on the craft of Liliw slipper-making
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