10/08/2026
Designer's Notebook: The Vision Behind Likha 2026
Welcome to the mood board. Today, we are giving you a peek into the creative strategy behind our 28th annual trade fair.
The Color Story
This year, we drew inspiration from Pantone's 2026 Color of the Yearโ""Cloud Dancer."" This billowy, soft off-white was deliberately chosen to evoke serenity, clarity, and a fresh start. In a world that is constantly over-stimulated, Cloud Dancer acts as a calm, sophisticated canvas, allowing the vibrant, reimagined products of Central Luzon to take center stage without visual noise. It signals that our MSMEs are stepping into the global market with polished, world-class confidence.
The Theme: Global Export Readiness
The tagline ""Made for the World / Products Reimagined"" drives everything we do. The clean layout reflects the professionalism of our 140-plus exhibitors, while the annotations highlight key innovations from DTI programs such as OTOP Next Gen, SSF, and CFIDPโproving that our seven provinces, from Aurora to Zambales, are ready for institutional buyers and international shelves.
The Product Mix
We are showcasing five powerhouse categories: Food, Furniture, Wearables, Gifts, and Organic/Cosmetics.
We could not be prouder of this clean, purposeful designโit reflects the bright future of Central Luzon entrepreneurship.