Islander Philippines Is Still Operational and Not Shutting Down
Local-based footwear brand Islander Philippines clarified in an official social media post on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, that the company is not shutting down its operations.
A viral post about the renowned sandal brand made some headlines on social media after one of its outlets said it would cease production on January 1, 2024.
Islander Philippines, however, said its supplies will not be affected by the closure of the Cebu-based manufacturer.
The company clarified, “The recent post circulating is only related to a specific outlet and does not impact the overall Islander brand. You can still order your favorite styles at Footstep branches and department stores near you,” the company said in a Facebook post.
The viral post about Islander shutting down stems from an announcement released on Facebook by Islander Factory Outlet, which announced that they would be closing their doors and shutting down on January 1, 2024.
Here’s the Complete Post from Islander Factory Outlet
“Islander Factory Outlet will finally close our doors and shut down on Jan. 1, 2024.
You still have few days left to avail the discounted price of our Final Sale.
To all who worked with us, patronized us, shared with us, enjoyed with us, laughed and cried with us, persevered and believed in us, our friends, colleagues, families….
Thank you, thank you so much!”
The FB Page announcement generated more than 2.4 Likes and 1.4 comments, although the Page was not that huge, having only around 5.3K followers.
The local sandal brand is quite popular not only in the Visayas and Mindanao areas but also as one of the most popular sandal brands in the country that also produces the famous Spartan slippers.
Numerous local news outlets spread the news on social media and the mainstream media, getting national media attention.
Meanwhile, an official statement from Islander Philippines clarified that local footwear brands in the Philippines will not close and will continue to produce high-quality slippers for Filipinos.
Here’s the official Post from the Local Footwear Brand
Hello Islander Fam! We are aware of the post that has been going around, and we’d like to confirm that Islander Philippines will not close and will continue to produce high-quality slippers for the Filipinos.
The recent post circulating is related to a specific outlet only and does not impact the overall Islander brand. You can still order your favorite styles at Footstep branches and department stores near you.
You may also shop with us online 24/7! Your favorite products are just a click away, anytime, anywhere ✨
Short History of Islander Sandals
The Islander brand is part of Zenco Sales, Inc. (ZSI), one of the significant footwear industry players in the Philippines for over 50 years. The company established itself with more than 100 branches and franchises nationwide.
The local slipper brand was originally distributed by Zenco Footsteps, known for its reputation as a leading footwear trader that distributes various in-house brands catering to various consumer needs, including sandals and slippers.
The footwear brand is recognized in the Philippines and even worldwide, especially being worn by OFWs for its diverse styles, consistent product development, quality materials, and affordability, appealing to a broad range of customers.
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