Named for Melchora Aquino, lovingly called “Tandang Sora” and revered as the “Mother of the Katipunan,” this bag honors a woman who opened her home and her heart, to weary revolutionaries during the Philippine Revolution. When others grew fearful, she offered food, medical care, and a safe refuge, proving that steadfast kindness can fuel a fight for freedom. Her story is one of fearless generosity and fierce patriotism, reminding us that leadership often begins with an act of care.

Handwoven Craftsmanship

Each Tandang Sora Bag is meticulously hand-woven from dried pandan leaves, celebrated for their strength, flexibility, and sustainable beauty. Skilled Filipino artisans shape every strand, preserving time-honored weaving techniques that sustain local livelihoods.

• Materials: Dried pandan leaves, varnished wood handles, cream zipper (hypoallergenic)

• Dimensions: 12 in (L) × 4.5 in (W) × 11.2 in (H)

Design & Purpose

The structured profile and warm, organic palette make this bag as practical as it is meaningful. Roomy enough for daily essentials yet refined enough for special gatherings, its varnished wood handles provide a comfortable grip, while the cream zipper secures your belongings with understated elegance.

Carry it from the office to weekend markets, from cultural events to quiet cafés anywhere you want heritage and purpose to meet.

Legacy

To carry the Tandang Sora Bag is to honor the legacy of a woman who faced colonial power with nothing more and nothing less, than compassion and conviction. It is a reminder that resilience begins in the heart, and freedom is nurtured by empathy.

Wear it with pride, and let every step echo the bravery and kindness that shaped a nation.