About Us
About BIE 189 Collective
Where heritage meets handmade magic.
Hello and welcome! We’re so happy you found us.
We’re BIE 189 Collective—a family-led creative studio born from scraps, stories, and the sweet, stubborn joy of making things by hand.
It all started with a simple truth: we couldn’t bear to see beautiful materials go to waste. As siblings raised in a home filled with fabric, thread, and the hum of sewing machines (thanks to our parents), we grew up with an unshakable love for craftsmanship. Years later, after working in fashion and design, we decided to return to our roots—with a twist.
Why we started BIE 189 Collective
We launched BIE 189 Collective to reimagine waste—not just as a problem, but as a canvas. Each of our pieces is crafted from pre-loved, found, or surplus materials that would otherwise end up in landfills and mixed with new material. We clean them up, cut them down, remix them, and bring them back to life—as bags with stories to tell.
This isn’t mass-produced fashion. It’s slow art. It's tactile. It's soul-filled. And every stitch carries part of our journey.
What “BIE 189” means
“BIE” is short for our family name— a nod to where we come from and who we are. The number 189? That’s our childhood house number. The tiny, bustling home where ideas, sewing needles, and laughter flew across the room like confetti. The place where it all began.
Every piece tells a story
At BIE 189 Collective, creativity leads the way. Each bag begins as an open-ended idea—no rigid rules, no predictable paths. We sketch, experiment, reimagine, and let inspiration take the wheel. Sometimes it’s a wild color combo, a quirky pocket placement, or a design twist sparked by a childhood memory. We treat every piece like a mini art project—spontaneous, expressive, and one-of-a-kind.
No two designs are ever the same because our process isn’t about repeating. It’s about inventing.
Our Values
Sustainability – We believe in creating with care—for people, materials, and the planet. Giving things a second life isn’t just a practice, it’s a perspective. We value thoughtful making, mindful living, and doing more with what we already have.
Artistry – Creativity is our compass. Every piece we make is a freeform expression—carefully imagined, playfully explored, and brought to life by hand. We're not here to follow formulas; we're here to make art that moves.
Cultural Heritage – Our Filipino roots are woven into everything we do. From the way we tell stories to the way we use our hands, we honour where we come from while creating something boldly new. We carry tradition forward—not to preserve it exactly, but to keep it alive through reinvention.
BIE 189 Collective isn’t just a brand—it’s a way of seeing.
A celebration of what’s been, what could be, and what happens when creativity and intention meet.
We hope you feel the joy, the care, and the meaning behind everything we make.
Thank you for being part of our journey.
With love,
Cherry, Sonny, and Yel
The BIE 189 Collective