Everyone Loves the New Filipinas Collection Of Havaianas Showing the Beauty Of Metro Manila

Photo by Havaianas

Last October 18, popular brand Havaianas posted an appreciation post for the staff and front liners of Manila Mayor’s Office by donating 100 pairs of Manila themed flip-flops, the Filipinas Collection 2020 with a statement “Havaianas Loves Manila”. 

Photo by Havaianas Facebook Page

Havaianas was a brand where Filipinos admired its remarkable quality. It is owned by a Brazilian manufacturing company with the name Havaianas derived from the feminine form of the Portuguese word "Hawaiians."

And with this collection, it flaunted the beauty of Metro Manila at night, starring the famous Manila City Hall where netizens discussed through social media. 

Photo by Havaianas Facebook Page

It garnered various reactions and comments from netizens. Some have viewed it positively as it is said to be a promotion of Manila. 

“Apart from the shoes made in Marikina, Havaianas is one of my favorite foreign brands because it is really durable. It’s good to see that they make slippers inspired in Manila City. Good job, Havaianas! ” said one.

“It's beautiful! I love it. Manila is very beautiful at night and especially in aerial shots. I hope we do not put malice on it, ” said another.

On the other hand, some have not received it too well as it shows disrespect that it looks like stepping into the city relating then when Havaianas had used the Philippines flag as one of the designs of the flip-flops. 

"Formerly the Philippine flag was designed for their slippers, it was banned because the flag was trampled on, now it is Manila." 

As of now, Havaianas made no statement on this. They said their intentions were clear and that they wanted to show their love for Manila and the Philippines.

Resources: 

https://news.definitelyfilipino.net/posts/2020/10/kalakhang-maynila-ginawang-disenyo-sa-havaianas/