In the flourishing creative scene of the Philippines, where tradition and innovation often converge, a new name is quietly making waves: Narisa Piscos, better known in some circles as “Ms. Horizon Chaser”, is the founder and driving force behind ARTe—a local lifestyle and fashion brand that seeks to bring wearable artistry into everyday life. Origins & Vision Narisa Piscos launched ARTe with the simple yet powerful tagline: “Suot Mo, ARTe Mo.” The phrase captures the brand’s philosophy: what you wear isn’t just clothing or accessory—it’s a statement, an expression of your personal art. \
On her Instagram account she emphasises that the designs must always be “unique” and reflect local talent. The brand appears rooted in her home base of Angono (a town known for its art-culture heritage in the Philippines) where she places ARTe jewellery and accessories (for example bracelets) on sale at local hubs like the Angono Tourism Pasalubong Center. Style & Offerings What makes ARTe distinct is its melding of accessory and craft. Piscos has placed emphasis on lightness (“mabigat sa kamay”—heavy on the hand—is discouraged) especially for dancing or movement, which shows awareness that her pieces are meant to be worn and enjoyed, not just displayed.
Her product line seems to span wearable accessories (bracelets) and also traditional dress reinterpretations (ternos) featuring her unique aesthetic. As she posts: “Terno my new designs… Suot Mo, ARTe Mo! Dapat laging unique ang designs mula sa ARTe.” Local positioning plays a role: by supporting local talent, Piscos hopes ARTe becomes more than just a brand—it becomes part of a community of makers. Her Facebook posts attest: “Behind every ARTe piece is passion, dedication, and YOU. Thank you for supporting local talent.”
Cultural Context & Impact In the Philippines’ vibrant artisan-economy, brands like ARTe occupy a meaningful niche. They bridge the gap between art (in its craft or design sense) and wearable fashion. For someone like Narisa, whose blog or social media handle “Ms. Horizon Chaser” suggests ambition beyond the local, she seems to place her brand at a junction of community origin and creative aspiration. Putting her bracelets in a tourism pasalubong shop in Angono also ties ARTe into the local tourism-craft ecosystem: visitors seek souvenirs, local residents seek identity pieces, and ARTe offers both. That sense of place is important, because brands anchored in locality often resonate more deeply in the Philippine context.
Challenges & Opportunities
Like many independent makers, ARTe likely faces a few key challenges: scaling production while retaining “unique” design identity, reaching wider markets beyond the local town without losing authenticity, and managing business logistics (materials, distribution, pricing) in a competitive fashion-accessory space. On the opportunity side, there is room for ARTe to expand its narrative—perhaps by telling the stories of individual pieces (who made them, what inspired them), collaborating with other local artisans (textiles, metalwork, beadwork), or branching into online sales and broader promotion. The emphasis on movement/dance in the accessories suggests potential tie-ins with lifestyle events (performances, pop-ups) where wearables meet performance.
ARTe by Narisa Piscos began its creative journey at SM City Taytay in Rizal, where the brand first showcased its distinctive line of wearable art pieces that blend fashion with Filipino artistry. From this humble yet inspired beginning, Narisa’s vision of making art part of everyday life started to take shape. She extends her heartfelt gratitude to Angono Tourism and the Balaw Balaw Restaurant for being among the first to believe in and support her creations, helping ARTe gain its early recognition within the artistic community of Angono—known as the Art Capital of the Philippines.
What Comes Next? For Narisa Piscos and ARTe, the journey appears to be one of defining what it means to “wear art” in a Philippine context. It may involve building more jewellery and accessory collections, integrating more pronounced cultural motifs or local materials, and scaling reach while maintaining that “you’re wearing art” ethos. For consumers, especially those seeking meaningful pieces made by local talent, ARTe offers something that feels personal, crafted and place-rooted.
