Woven bag brand Halohalo is closing its doors this January
Halohalo, a lifestyle brand known for its woven bags, is bidding farewell to its physical and online stores.
The fashion hub announced its closure on its social media pages on Jan. 6.
"It's time to start a new chapter. Time to big farewell to places and things that no longer serve us. Time to honor what lives within the heart," wrote Halohalo's creative director Cara Sumabat-Limjap.
"This journey of halohalo has been a great one. To all the people who have been part of it—from its infant stage and to its graduation into the real world—thank you. But it's time for me, time to pause, see where the road ahead may lead. This book is closing and a new one is ready to be written," she added.
The shop's brick-and-mortar shop in Power Plant Mall in Makati closes its doors on Jan. 15 while its website shuts down on Jan. 29.
News of their closure had fans of the brand sharing their love for the local store.
"Love and respect, Cara and team," commented local brand Zarah Juan.
"Thank you for all you have done and all you have created over the years," added one user.
"Will always support halohalo and what is to come in the future,' said another.
Started by siblings Cara and Rocco Sumabat in 2013, Halohalo is known for its fashionable native bags—which sell out in minutes during drops. It branched out to offer distinctly Filipino clothing and shoes with Halohalo Moda, tropical-themed apparel with Halohalo Tropikal, and chic furniture and accessories with Halohalo home. It also had an offshoot brand, GoodTimes.
From setting up shop online, Halohalo opened its first physical store in February 2024. The boutique featured a layout reminiscent of an "old Manila" home with its antique furniture and balusters.
