In The Studio with Neil Felipp | Vogue Philippines

Known for his intricate mythology-inspired clutches, #NeilFelipp marks the 16th year of his eponymous brand by returning to his love of story, family, and home, always aiming to platform Philippine crafts in a global setting. “It is what creates soft power. It is what makes Filipino, Filipino,” he tells Vogue. For #InTheStudio, the designer tours us through his Cebu boutique, where he talks about making his first minaudière for his mother, his vision of integrating shell and brasswork with 3D technology, his literary influences, and the family keepsakes that shape his pride of place. Director and Interviewer ANZ HIZON Cinematographer LORENZO CORRO Online Editor LIAM TANGAN Colorist NALA CHINCUANCO Media Channels Producer and Offline Editor ANGELO TANTUICO Media Channels Video Editor WAINAH JOSON Media Channels Copywriter AYLLI CORTEZ 00:00 – Intro: Meet Cebuano designer Neil Felipp 00:31 – Scents and Flowers: How Neil brings joy to the space 01:08 – My Mom Was My Muse: On the making of his first minaudière 02:15 – Family Traditions: Building on metal-smithing with lost-wax casting 02:48 – Stories You Can Hold: Drawing inspiration from mythology 03:30 – Base Crafts: Working with shell, brass, and 3D technology 04:26 – Growing Library: The books and souvenirs that inspire Neil 04:54 – Love for Literature: Seeing stories as escapism and connection 05:10 – The What-If: How Neil was influenced by Alexander McQueen 06:08 – Sentimental Items: Early sketches and keepsakes from lov