If you are looking for a sign to wear heels, this is the one.
Flats are the comfiest, no arguments here. But as they say, life is short, heels shouldn’t be. If you are looking for a new pair of heels you can flounce at the workplace, some comfy platforms for your grocery run, a pair of pumps for your next audition, or just some random high heels while doing your normal house routine (hello Kim Kardashian and Heart Evangelista!), you are in the right place.
I have done the research for you, all you need to do is just choose among the seven local brands and add to cart (or fill out the order form).
Sala Chaussures
Sole sisters Celyn and Trifina Sala gave birth to Sala Chaussures in 2013. Their decadent shoes vary from simple mules, colorful block heels, classic flats shoes, and stylish high heels with fancy ribbons and bows. Their Retro Glamour and Les Classiques collections are now up for shopping on their website.
Instagram: @salachaussures
ACF-J Creation
ACFJ is a Cebu-based footwear brand composed of local shoemakers from Carcar, Cebu’s shoe capital. Established in 1998, ACF-J uses sustainable materials in sustaining the livelihood of the local shoemakers while offering the option to other local entrepreneurs to resell and rebrand their products.
Instagram: @acfjcreation
Shandar
Founded by Mark Anthony Chavez, Shandar is a staple brand in the Philippine pageant setting. Her collections are being worn by prominent local personalities like Tessa Prieto-Valdez, Gazini Gazados, and Rachel Peters. Shandar also designs opulent accessories and limited edition pouches.
Facebook: Shandar
Karisse Cebu
Karisse Cebu is a new local footwear brand launched online earlier this year. Simple and minimalist, Karisse Cebu brings block heels back to trend this year in different neutral shades perfect for any outfit of different colors.
Instagram: @karissecebu
Montalban Shoes
Another Cebuano shoe designer who made a name in the national pageantry industry is Jan Montalban. His classic platform heels in towering heights are perfect for pageants and editorials. Montalban Shoes boasts of its simplicity and elegance as its core design concept.
Facebook: Montalban Shoes
Mahi PH
Block heels, round heels, kitten heel, flats. It’s all here. Minimalist and trendy, Mahi.ph is your perfect “solemate” proudly made in Cebu. This fresh brand just launched online on March 31, 2021, but is already making a name of its own due to its versatility and simplicity.
Instagram: @mahi.ph_
by E.L
Handmade in Cebu, by E.L has been around since last year giving Cebuanos a variety of shoe options to flounce, whether in the office, at the mall, or at home. They have sandals in flats, kitten heels, platform, and block heels, and they have shoes — pointed ones or round toes. Their kitten heels in crocs skin is a must-have!
Instagram: @shopby_e.l