Mindanao Bloggers Summit 2011 showcases Darangen Dolls

                             
The 5th Mindanao Bloggers Summit showcased the Darangen Dolls last October 29, 2011 at Celadon Pension House. These beautiful dolls reflect Maranao’s traditional costume called “malong”. Its owner, Dr. Sainuddin M. Moti proudly shares to the world the rich culture of Maranaos. This is evident as he continues to give life to the Maranao epic Darangen by intricately coming up with designs that resemble a Maranao woman. With its “pinalot” hairstyle; beauty, elegance and grace are more enhanced. Hence, a captivating and mesmerizing souvenir item so meaningful and memorable.

DARANGEN DOLLS HISTORY

The Darangen Dolls are to date the most widely publicized representation of the Maranao traditional attire. These dolls reflect an array of features that are uniquely Maranao. It is the first and most successful endeavor of its kind in the history of the Maranaos. 


The Darangen dolls, like many other cultural icons, also had humbling beginning. The needlework started 2 years ago from cloth remnants that were used to design and hand-stitch what would become the wardrobe of the six original Darangen Dolls. When they came into being, they immediately caught the attention of Ms. Cecil Mambuay, Dean of the MSU College of Hotel and Restaurant Management who gave one of the 6 dolls a spot at the KUMBIRA exhibitions held in Cagayan De Oro City in August 2009. This exhibition opened new doors of opportunities for the Darangen Dolls.


It wasn’t until in December of 2010 when the dolls had their biggest shot at fame when they were displayed at the ARMM exhibit in Cotabato City during the first SORA of ARMM Acting Gov. Ansharuddin A. Adiong. The exhibition was a huge success that it spawned a whole new generation of Darangen Dolls.

In January 2011, the all-new Darangen Dolls came into existence. This time the dolls were conceptualized not only to represent a meaningful piece of the Maranao culture but also to embody, harness and utilize some of the most important qualities of the Maranao women in terms of fashion. The dolls, with the addition of a few simple accessories, proved that veiled women can truly radiate sophistication and glamour.

For more details, contact 09075916280 or 09164942031. 


The 5th Mindanao Bloggers Summit is the biggest convergence of bloggers and would-be bloggers in Mindanao. Bloggers from other parts of the country are also welcomed. 

Mindanao Bloggers Summit 2011

Thank you so much Sir Moti :-) 







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