February 2026
Suku, The Wes Studio, Mich Dulce and Carl Jan Cruz
February’s Through the Grapevine captures a regional fashion scene increasingly attentive to craft, materiality and context.
In Kuala Lumpur, The Wes Studio introduces its Lunar collection, continuing its focus on everyday dressing through relaxed forms and muted tones. In Manila, Mich Dulce opens her practice through an art residency that invites visitors to engage with her craft, while Carl Jan Cruz collaborates with Islander to revisit the familiar Filipino sandal through a modern lens. In Bali, SUKU presents its SS26 collection at Escalier, Potato Head, bringing its print-led, handcrafted approach to the summer pop-up.
‘Through the Grapevine’ is a monthly round-up of fashion events across Southeast Asia, from collection launches to exhibitions, showcases, pop-ups, and more.
Malaysia
The Wes Studio Lunar Collection. Images taken from @thewesstudio on Instagram.
The Wes Studio
Lunar Collection
Based in Kuala Lumpur, The Wes Studio is a fashion label shaped by utility, ease and everyday dressing. Its collections favour relaxed silhouettes, soft materials and a muted palette, creating garments that move comfortably between work and off-duty life. The latest Lunar collection, titled ‘The Nomads Are Coming Home’, introduces soft draped-neck tops alongside gender-neutral shirts and blouses, reflecting themes of return and continuity through clothes designed for repeat wear.
Philippines
Mich Dulce’s 10 Days of Art Artist Residency. Image taken from @michdulce on Instagram.
Mich Dulce
10 Days of Art Artist Residency
30 January to February 8 2026
Greenbelt 5 Gallery, Manila
Mich Dulce is a Manila-based designer and milliner whose practice sits at the intersection of fashion, craft and cultural advocacy. Known for her considered use of indigenous Filipino materials such as piña and T’nalak, her work combines traditional techniques with a contemporary, often sculptural sensibility. Her recent pop-up residency invites visitors to engage directly with her process through a presentation of new and archival pieces, alongside fittings for bespoke garments and headwear.
Carl Jan Cruz x Islander sandals. Images taken from @carljancruz on Instagram.
Carl Jan Cruz x Islander
14 to 15 February 2026
Annex House, Manila
Manila-based designer Carl Jan Cruz applies his distinct approach to a collaboration with Islander, the long-running Filipino sandal brand. The project introduces a newly developed model that builds on Islander’s tried-and-tested materials, balancing softness with durability for daily wear. Distinguished by a multicolour midsole, nightshade EVA footbed and nylon strap, the sandal is finished with an exclusive Islander–CJC logo and will be launched with a gathering at Annex House this month.
Indonesia
Suku’s Summer Pop-Up at Escalier. Images taken from @sukuhome on Instagram.
Suku
Summer Pop-Up
30 January to 28 February 2026
Escalier, Potato Head, Bali
Known for handcrafted sleepwear and relaxed ready-to-wear that blurs the line between loungewear and everyday staples, Suku is a Melbourne-born label defined by playfully bold prints and soft, breathable fabrics. This summer, the brand is presenting its SS26 collection through a pop-up at Escalier, featuring exclusive prints and pieces, some of them made from 100 per cent bamboo.