With summer-ready neutrals, Construction Layers&rsquo; III.V collection marks a new era, available exclusively at Comme Ci.

Fraying, dyeing, and patchwork techniques lie at the core of Construction Layers &mdash; a local fashion brand founded by designers Kendrick Cay and CP Garcia, known for reinterpreting 1700s to 1900s workwear into modern, wearable pieces. With their latest endeavor, the brand marks a kind of reintroduction through a three-month retail showcase and residency at Comme Ci from April 8 &ndash; July 8, 2025. Speaking with L&rsquo;Officiel Philippines, the duo discusses their newest collection, and how this opportunity, made possible by PHx Fashion Group and Comme Ci, lets them further explore their design philosophy and connect with new audiences.
This new chapter, however, doesn&rsquo;t abandon their roots. If anything, it amplifies them. Through carefully curated textures and silhouettes that feel both lived-in and elevated, Construction Layers stays true to its name &mdash; building upon a deep love for process and material. As a brand that has built its identity through pop-up events and historical locations, this venture into retail signifies more than just a new setting. &ldquo;At this point in time, the brand is starting to grow and get into the first steps of being established,&rdquo; they share.

The collection being showcased at Comme Ci is unique in itself. Titled Collection III.V, it reimagines past designs for the present. &ldquo;This is the first time we&rsquo;re doing a 0.5 series,&rdquo; referencing the brand&rsquo;s earlier collections. The new pieces are drawn from Volume One and Volume Two, offering a refined take that highlights their evolution. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s a tailored-fit collection exclusively available at Comme Ci,&rdquo; emphasizing that it won&rsquo;t be sold online or in other spaces.&nbsp;

A key element of this collection is its aim to broaden the brand&rsquo;s audience. Historically, Construction Layers has catered to a specific crowd, but this collaboration seeks to introduce the brand to a new demographic. &ldquo;The Comme Ci market and our audience are completely different &mdash; like two different worlds.&rdquo; Aligned with this, the brand&rsquo;s philosophy on genderless fashion comes into play. &ldquo;We&rsquo;re not trying to put ourselves in a box,&rdquo; said Garcia. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s about blurring the lines between menswear and womenswear.&rdquo; The upcoming collection reflects this ethos, with items designed to be inclusive not just in terms of gender, but also in sizing and fit.
This collection is all about summer-friendly neutrals, including cream and brown tones. These colors, often associated with warmth and relaxation, were carefully chosen to evoke a sense of the season without veering into the predictable territory of bright, bold hues. &ldquo;We were researching neutral color palettes for summer and found that cream and brown go well together, especially for the female demographic,&rdquo; said Garcia. The decision was a nod to the brand&rsquo;s ongoing experimentation with natural fibers and dyes.

Construction Layers&rsquo; approach to summer dressing focuses on comfort and breathability. Rather than the typical summer fashion, the brand prioritizes the wearer&rsquo;s experience with fabrics that allow for movement and air circulation. &ldquo;For us, a&nbsp; summer item&nbsp; has a lot to do with the material and&nbsp; how practical it is&nbsp; and how it would be easily integrated into your wardrobe without it being bland.&rdquo;

As for the retail event at Comme Ci, the team is eager for visitors to experience Construction Layers in a new light. For them, storytelling and world-building have always been key aspects of what they do.&ldquo; The challenge, of course, is balancing the brand&rsquo;s deep narrative with the expectations of a retail environment. But this is an exciting challenge that the team is ready to take on. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s about bridging our world with potential customers in that kind of setting,&rdquo; Garcia concluded.
At the Comme Ci pop-up, visitors can expect not just to shop, but to experience the brand&rsquo;s philosophy up close: tactile, evolving pieces that embody a fresh perspective on fashion and identity.
Interview by Maura Rodriguez

At Comme Ci, Construction Layers Reintroduces Itself

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