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My Picks from the Binibining Pilipinas 2021 Pre-Pageant Swimsuit Presentation

Posted by Norman on June 18, 2021
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It was a Swimsuit Presentation that involved the taming of floor-length “wings” and the incessantly playful wind.

In a pasarela route that somehow mimicked the one during the Swimsuit Preliminaries of Miss Grand International 2020 at lebua atop the State Tower in Bangkok, the 34 Binibinis traversed the entire poolside of Novotel Manila Araneta City coming from the higher stagger of a split level portion, going down the steps and establishing midway in a small platform before finally walking freely around the landing of the pool area until the final pose.

It sure wasn’t easy for the uninitiated, moreso for someone who had to worry about how to avoid tripping on the flowing wings that tend to wrap around their legs or heels. Add to that the wind that loves to blow their hairs out of styling and you’ve got a scored preliminary event that is sure to separate the masters from the relative newbies.

Presented according to their numbers, below are the ones who stood out in my eyes. Mind you, I did not focus on curves. Instead, I checked on the ones who navigated their steps like pros and projected with ease and grace:

Samantha Panlilio
Meiji Cruz
Patricia Denise Babista
Maureen Montagne
Karen Laurrie Mendoza
Hannah Arnold
Gabrielle Basiano
Francesca Taruc
Honey Grace Cartasano
Alexandra Faith Garcia

For sure, there will be differing opinions on some. But that is the beauty of this exercise. Every Binibini gave their best. So it all boils down to a matter of preference, I reckon.

Binibining Pilipinas 2021: Advocacies of 3 Perceived Frontrunners

Posted by Norman on June 7, 2021
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I am sharing with you now the advocacy videos of three of the perceived frontrunners in Binibining Pilipinas 2021.

I would appreciate your comments/impressions after.

Here is Maureen Montagne

Here is Hannah Arnold

Here is Karen Laurrie Mendoza

Maureen V Hannah: Two different kinds of tenderness

Posted by Norman on April 13, 2021
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Pageant followers of Bb. Pilipinas 2021 are saying that the fight for the Bb. Pilipinas International crown is likely to be between Maureen Montagne and Hannah Arnold. And I tend to agree.

These two ladies represent two different kinds of tenderness that could suit up for the taste of the Miss International Organizers in Japan.

Maureen could be packaged in the mold of Bea Rose Santiago, while Hannah is seen as lite versions of Lara Quigaman-cum-Kylie Verzosa.

I feel that the level of sweetness should be there – not in excess but with the right balance that would fit the formula of success.

Of course, I cannot discount someone like Gabrielle Basiano just yet because she simply has one of the most beautiful faces among the 34 Binibinis. But I am seeing this tall beauty from Borongan as hitting the template of Miss Grand International more closely.

The buzz is that the Finals of Bb. Pilipinas 2021 may possibly happen this coming June – either early or later part of the sixth month. Let’s just wait for BPCI to confirm the specifics.

Credits for Maureen:
Makeup Shone Zendon Hair Dan Forro
Styling Oli Sara Gown Job Dacon

Credits for Hannah:
Makeup Jessie Maghuyop Hair Jan Jonas Lucas
Gown Louis Pangilinan

34 Binibinis: 4 Independents, 6 Aces & Queens, 24 KF

Posted by Norman on March 30, 2021
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Up to now, the impact of beauty camps in Bb. Pilipinas has always been topic of conversation. It cannot be denied that the support of an established group can do wonders to the bid of any aspiring beauty queen.

In the case of Bb Pilipinas 2021, the analysis can get more interesting.

The four Independents – Lois, Gabby, Honey and Lesley

Just look at the four (4) Independents. Two of them are considered front-runners, and crown-worthy at that. Gabrielle Basiano under RL’s Angels and Honey Cartasano under Paolo Ballesteros are reaping the benefits of a targeted training. Their pictorials are always well-handled, just as the concepts are carefully planned. It is also beneficial that these two ladies have glam teams all to themselves. And lest you forget, Lesley Ticaro is a potential spoiler. She may not have the most physically-present Tagum-based core group all the time because of distance. But on her own, she is starting to shine.

Six from Aces & Queens: Patricia Denise, Shaira, Cindy, Karen Laurrie, Hannah and Carina

As far as Aces & Queens is concerned, they may only have six to offer. But let’s be honest. Half of them could be eventual winners. Hannah Arnold, Karen Laurrie Mendoza and Patricia Denise Babista are strong contenders, while Cindy Obeñita, Carina Cariño and Shaira Rona can never be classified as push-overs. If camp affiliation is not an “issue”, it would be easy to predict two crowns going to this camp.

And lastly, the dominating group in Bb Pilipinas 2021 is Kagandahang Flores with twenty-four (24).

And the rest are all from KF, 24 in total

It would be unimaginable to see them not getting two crowns at least. By sheer percentage or probability, KF stands to shine the most in terms of numbers and presence. With Vickie Rushton already out of the race, the flag-bearer position has unquestionably landed on the lap of Maureen Montagne. I just cannot see her going home empty-handed at this point.

Next to MM, the ones likeliest to be plucked out for serious consideration are Justine Felizarta, Patrizia Garcia, Francesca Taruc and Samantha Panlilio.

And there are only four (4) crowns at stake. It makes me wonder if BPCI will resurrect the Bb. Pilipinas Tourism crown so that there will be a 5th titleholder who can be earmarked for a possible new franchise that they can acquire after the finals. Or perhaps, have four (4) runners-up for a change.

Your thoughts, dear readers?

Binibini 20 and her National Costume for Bb. Pilipinas 2020

Posted by Norman on November 10, 2020
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Behold #Binibini20 Hannah Arnold of Masbate in her Bb. Pilipinas 2020 National Costume created by Louis Pangilinan.

Working hand-in-hand with designer Louis Pangilinan, this masterpiece has raised the bar in terms of Filipino craftmanship, truly an exquisite work of art!

Inspired by the Bulaklakan Festival which is held during the 1st of January, the costume was executed in ball gown style, hand-embroidered and embellished with hand-painted art in the lower part depicting the flamboyant New Year’s Day of the locals.

Recycled materials were used for the 3D flower in the waist area made by Hannah herself.

Accessorized with back dress and fan filled with massive and vibrant array of flowers and ‘Singkaban” which is a decorated bamboo arch as a representation of welcome signage of a town or city in the country.

The artisanal spirit of the costume stands for progress, dignity, and celebration.

Photography: Raymond Saldaña
Set design and execution: Henry Reyes HGR Events powered by Sabrosas

#IAmBinibini

The #IAMBINIBINI Introduction Videos Part 2

Posted by Norman on August 13, 2020
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Below are the #IAMBINIBINI introduction videos of the second half of the Bb. Pilipinas 2020 candidates. You will notice that there is still one missing (or skipped) Binibini. I am simply relying on what the organizers are uploading in their YouTube channel. Hence, the efforts of 39 Bellatrix Tan is still not here.

#Binibini21 Hannah Arnold

#Binibini22 Ruth Quin

#Binibini23 Gabrielle Basiano

#Binibini24 Lovely Mercado

#Binibini25 Carina Cariño

#Binibini26 Czarina Guiao

#Binibini27 Jashmin Dimaculangan

#Binibini28 Francesca Taruc

#Binibini29 Honey Cartasano

#Binibini30 Noriza Valerio

#Binibini31 Graciella Lehmann

#Binibini32 Danica Acuña

#Binibini33 Alexandra Faith Garcia

#Binibini34 Mercedes Pair

#Binibini35 Micca Rosal

#Binibini36 Vickie Rushton

#Binibini37 Alexangela Salvador

#Binibini38 Lesley Anne Ticaro

#Binibini40 Honey Be Parreñas

The Binibinis of Bb. Pilipinas 2020 for Bragais Shoes Part 2

Posted by Norman on July 3, 2020
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Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world. Behold these strong, independent women with the signature BRAGAIS™️ Queens Collection… proof that real beauty transcends time and circumstance.

Here are Binibinis 21-30 of Bb. Pilipinas 2020.

Project Manager: Bessie Besana
Creative Director: Jed Velasco
Photographer: Mark Neto Diaz
Head Fashion Stylist: Vhee Co
Head Make-Up Artist: Arnel Palmera
Set Designer: Mykefrancis Mayores

#IWearBragais
#ILoveBragais
#BragaisShoes
#iamFilipina
#iamBinibini
#BbPilipinas2020

Pageantry Norms: The Inaugural Episode

Posted by Norman on June 28, 2020
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Sharing with you the video of the inaugural episode of #PageantryNorms via The Philippine Pageantry. Inspite of the occasional technical difficulties and all, we were still able to make it through.

It’s not easy mounting an online discussion program but fulfilling once everything was set into motion.

Thank you to my guests Hannah Arnold, Bella Ysmael and Shane Tormes.

Pageantry Norms: Inaugural Episode

Posted by Norman on June 23, 2020
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“Let’s have coffee this coming Sunday afternoon at 4pm. I have invited Bella, Hannah and Shane to keep us company.”

This is it for the inaugural episode of #PageantryNorms on June 28 starting at 4pm on TPP TV via The Philippine Pageantry.

Our first three guests will be:

1) #PhenomenalWoman Bella Ysmael of Parañaque City for Miss Universe Philippines 2020

2) #Binibini21 Hannah Arnold of Masbate for Bb. Pilipinas 2020

3) #EcoAngel Shane Quintana Tormes of Atimonan, Quezon for Miss Philippines Earth 2020

It will be a free-wheeling discussion on “Coping With the Changes: The 2020 National Pageant Season”

I hope you can all tune in, watch and join the interactive forum. Your support will mean so much to me. ❤️

Binibinis 21-30: Upper Half

Posted by Norman on June 16, 2020
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For this batch, I would give a three-way tie for first place to #Binibini21 Hannah Arnold, #Binibini23 Gabrielle Basiano and #Binibini29 Honey Cartasano. I can see anyone among them getting a crown, if not all three of them. While this pictorial may not be the most agreeable for many of Hannah Arnold’s critics, she still delivers the goods and is on her way to a top placement in the competition. Gabrielle Basiano, on the other hand, is showing us why she just might become the first-ever big winner of RL’s Angels after many years of fielding candidates. She has practically all the fine elements in her favor – an angelic face and excellent height. She just needs to make her Q&A skills more solid.

As for Honey Cartasano, the physical changes make her a more arresting presence this time around. Her styling has almost always been spot on. Just like Gabrielle, she just needs to put a more confident spin in her communication skills.

My 4th and 5th placers are twin spoilers just waiting in the wings. But between the two, the sweet beauty of Francesca Taruc definitely has the edge over Carina Cariño.

How about you, dear readers?