Disenyo Pandi is known today as a reliable destination for barongs, gowns, and formal wear in Pandi, Bulacan, operating under the Bagong Barrio Multi-Purpose Cooperative (BBMPC). Since its establishment in 2002, the cooperative has focused on improving the quality of life of its members by supporting local designers and providing access to quality, affordable materials. In January 2025, Disenyo Pandi marked its 7th anniversary as a Wedding Depot, reflecting its steady growth and continued relevance in the local fashion industry.

The roots of Disenyo Pandi go back to the mid-1960s, when farming in Bagong Barrio could no longer adequately support many families. Some housewives turned to traditional embroidery as an alternative source of income, producing blouses, pillowcases, tablecloths, and dresses. Over time, their work expanded to kimonas and barong Tagalog, laying the foundation for what would eventually become a recognized local industry.

Growth accelerated in 1996, when the Philippine Centennial celebration encouraged the widespread use of barong Tagalog and Filipiniana attire in government offices. This policy increased demand and helped expand embroidery and formalwear production in Pandi. In the early 2000s, the town’s barong at saya gained national recognition after receiving the “One Town, One Product” Award, further strengthening Pandi’s reputation for quality craftsmanship.

To support this growing industry, the Bagong Barrio Multi-Purpose Cooperative was established on September 8, 2002 through the initiative of Mr. Santiago Antonio. It started with 30 members and an initial shared capital of ₱1,050,000.00, with Mr. Prudentio Jacinto serving as its first Chairman. The cooperative was registered with the Cooperative Development Authority in September 2002 and re-registered in 2009 under the Philippine Cooperative Code of 2008.

Today, the cooperative operates under the trade name Disenyo Pandi and runs its own Wedding Depot, supplying barongs and gowns to clients locally and abroad. Its continued operation reflects a practical approach to sustaining local skills, supporting livelihoods, and maintaining Pandi’s role in Filipino formalwear production. I went there to buy a barong, and the experience reflected both the functionality of the shop and the long-standing craftsmanship behind its products.