Local love at HUB Escolta

The noon sun was up and the heat was scorching. After a quick trip to Quiapo and before we headed to Divisoria, Wesley and I took a time to visit the newly launched HUB in Escolta.

As we approach the First United Building (they arethe oldest building in Escolta and they have the oldest elevator too) you can can hear the spng Legs pipe up the speakers and see foreigners dancing on the side-street. Now that it somethingyou don't  see  often or hear anymore in Manila. Our curiosity was picqued and we can't wait to check out the discoveries inside. 

The entrance going to Hub is inside of the building, and there was a small exhibition that hang on the walls leading yo the entrance.

Stores of local items lined up in constructed booths. Handmade bags and pouches.

Local fashion.

Postcards, books and memorabilias.

I love these partition out of yarns and strings.

Flowers always make me smile.

Origami! I wish it were a thousand though.

Clay masks for the home.

Funky crafty signage.

Some unique wood pieces.

Canvas bags and aprons.

I almost bought this bag.

Another funky bag I'd llike to take home.

Some vintage and pop love.

Very unique General Merchandise.

The best time to visit may be at around 4pm, so it's so hot. Bring extra cash for the finds that you might stumble into. Take time to visit and share some love in Escolta.