Manny Halasan

All posts tagged Manny Halasan

How Rabiya Mateo’s (Complete) National Costume should look like

Posted by Norman on May 14, 2021
Posted in: 1 Pageant Pages, 2 Shout-out-Looks. Tagged: , , , , , .

Above is how it should look on Miss Universe Philippines Rabiya Mateo with the headpiece from Manny Halasan and the Rocky Gathercole creation.

Photo credit: Mark Anthony Mombay

Now here’s a reminder: Set your alarm tonight

The 69th Miss Universe Preliminary Competition will promptly start at 7pm EST or 7am in the morning tomorrow (Philippine time). Watch it on the Lazada PH app.

Be there to cheer for Miss Universe Philippines Rabiya Mateo!

Photo & Creative Direction @sevenbarretto of @studio7manila
Photography team @claudevillahrmsa @darielmiraflorphotography
Art Direction @erwnbotin of @botinstudios
Styling @mikeeandrei
Designer @christophermunar
Makeup @carissacielomedved
Hair @ariesmanal_hair
Special thanks to @jonasempire.ph @bessiebesana @acesandqueens

#MissUniverse2020 #MissUniverse #MissUniversePhilippines2020 #RabiyaMateo

Where is the missing head piece by Manny Halasan?

Posted by Norman on May 14, 2021
Posted in: 1 Pageant Pages, 2 Shout-out-Looks. Tagged: , , .

Rabiya in her NatCos

According to a very reliable source, the head piece (made by Manny Halasan) was not worn by Miss Universe Philippines Rabiya Mateo because it was found to be too big for her head.

That’s all I can say for now.

But below are photos of what should have been worn aside from the Rocky Gathercole flag-inspired creation – earrings and brooch included.

#RabiyaMateo #nationalcostumeshow

Exclusive Interview with Manny Halasan on the National Costume of Rabiya Mateo

Posted by Norman on May 8, 2021
Posted in: 1 Pageant Pages, 2 Shout-out-Looks. Tagged: , , , , , .

Watch my exclusive interview with Fashion Designer and Jewelry Maker Manny Halasan where he carefully talks about his contribution to Miss Universe Philippines Rabiya Mateo’s (Rocky Gathercole) National Costume for the 69th Miss Universe.

I can already envision the final ensemble to be out-of-this-Universe! Knowing Rocky’s aesthetics, it should be. And with the inputs of Manny, it will provide the pageant side of the design I reckon.

Samantha Bernardo and her Virtual Sendoff for Miss Grand International

Posted by Norman on February 19, 2021
Posted in: 1 Pageant Pages, 2 Shout-out-Looks. Tagged: , , , .


Sam with her Manny Halasan crown

In this entry are photos of Bb. Pilipinas Grand International 2020 Samantha Bernardo and her look for today’s virtual send-off to Miss Grand International.

Crown: Manny Halasan
Stylist: Styled By Kenneth R.
Associate: Karl Anthony Simba
Dress: Ushi Sato
Earrings: Jacatel
Hair: Darwin Siñel
Makeup: Jr Constantino
Photographer: Gem Tugade

Special thanks to KF Crown.Glory.Legacy and Wilbert Tolentino 🙏🏾

Watch her Sendoff through this LINK.

The Miss Kuyamis 2021 Coronation Event

Posted by Norman on January 7, 2021
Posted in: 1 Pageant Pages, 2 Shout-out-Looks. Tagged: , , , , , , , .


The Live Coronation Event of Miss Kuyamis 2021 went without a hitch as the organizers were able to stage a Finals which – even if a far cry from the all-out grand staging of the past four editions – was still successfully completed to the delight of everyone who followed the competition.

Congratulations to Dannah Joy R. Tempra of Jasaan for winning the title. She will now get the chance to represent the province in a national pageant to be announced soon.

Her court includes:
1st Runner-Up Katheryn Tan Guipetacio of Sugbongcogon
2nd Runner-Up Princess Nicole Segundo of Naawan
3rd Runner-Up Angeliza Navajo of Claveria
4th Runner-Up Alyssa Marie Cordova of Gitagum

The judges- Karan Singhdole, Angelee delos Reyes, Leren Mae Bautista, Manny Halasan and Carlo Pasion

I was actually invited by the LGU to be one of the judges this year. But due to personal travel restrictions I had to follow due to my senior mom who stays with me, I had to pass up on the chance and instead, asked my friend – Designer Manny Halasan – to take over. After all, he is my namesake. (I am Norman, he is Normannie)

Kudos to the entire Province of Misamis Oriental, Governor Bambi Emano and the ExploreMisOr Tourism Office!

#MissKuyamis2021 #8thKuyamisFestival #ExploreMisOr

Pageantry Norms Season 3 Episode 2

Posted by Norman on December 6, 2020
Posted in: 1 Pageant Pages, 2 Shout-out-Looks. Tagged: , , , , , .


Pleased to share with you Episode 2 of Pageantry Norms Season 3 – “Dressing Up The Binibinis” – where my guests included Bb. Pilipinas National Costume Designers Edwin Uy, Rian Fernandez, Dee Jay Abustan and Manny Halasan.

Do watch now.

Binibini 8 and her National Costume for Bb. Pilipinas 2020

Posted by Norman on November 12, 2020
Posted in: 1 Pageant Pages, 2 Shout-out-Looks. Tagged: , , , , .


Behold your #Binibini8 Meiji Cruz of Valenzuela in her Bb. Pilipinas National Costume created by Manny Halasan:

The National costume is inspired by #Lakapati, Goddess of agriculture and fertility.

Lakapati literally means “giver of food” and prosperity. She promotes abundance in the field and crops and she protects farm animals from disease. She is a symbol of harvest, thanksgiving, and protection.

The wings design is inspired by the dragon fly which means new beginning.

The gown is made of French lace with brass metal works pearls rhinestones and Swarovski crystals.

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

Roxie Baeyens for Fair Magazine

Posted by Norman on July 20, 2020
Posted in: 1 Pageant Pages, 2 Shout-out-Looks. Tagged: , , , .


A Vision of Beauty

The long wait is over and Fair Magazine is finally out featuring the newly-crowned Miss Philippines-Earth 2020 Roxie Baeyens. Urban gardening is what she advocates that made her outstanding among the rest. Find out more about her including her beauty secrets that make her look regal.

http://www.fairbeauty.ph

Cover story | Flor Leano
Photography | Edward Keeler @redkeeler
Stylist | Patrick Henry @styledbypatrickhenry
Make Up | Grynne Bejarin @grynneandmakeupartistry
Hair | Jan Jonas Lucas @jonaxlucas
Set Design | Macky combe @mackycombe
Designer | Manny Halasan @manny.halasan
Accesories | Christopher E Munar @christophermunar
Video | Darwin dela rosa @ddrhd
Executive assistant | Arvin Maglalang

Special thanks to Lovely Lavarias and Lucas House of Plants

Sneak Peek: The Bb. Pilipinas 2020 Virtual Santacruzan

Posted by Norman on May 28, 2020
Posted in: 1 Pageant Pages, 2 Shout-out-Looks. Tagged: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

Binibini15 Cindy Obeñita in Gil Macaibay III. Makeup by Aico Aljas

A virtual Santacruzan it will be for Bb. Pilipinas 2020. Because of the pandemic crisis, the Binibinis will have to be dolled up off-site and presented as sagalas online. It takes some getting used to, but this is already a sneak peek into the new normal – the BPCI way.

Below are three more ladies to feast your eyes on.

Binibini8 Meiji Cruz in crown, gown and accessories by Manny Halasan. Makeup by Drew Galleguez

Binibini10 Shaira Rona in Ray Bien Maglonzo. Makeup by Kiev Torres. Crown by Omar Sali

Binibini32 Danica Acuna in gown and crown by Carla Sabog Madrigal. Makeup by Lenard Vasquez

Binibini 23 Gabrielle Basiano in custom-made MY FREN by Ken Batino and makeup by Eugene Tiongson

Catriona Gray and the new Mouawad Miss Universe crown

Posted by Norman on December 6, 2019
Posted in: 1 Pageant Pages, 2 Shout-out-Looks. Tagged: , , , , , , , .


Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray got first dibs in actually holding the new crown made by Mouawad. But very soon, one of the 90 candidates around her will be the first to wear it as the new titleholder.

By the way, Catriona wore a Manny Halasan gown during the unveiling of the crown.

In the meantime, here are newly-posted photos of Queen Cat taken by Fadil Berisha.

#catrionagray #missuniverse2019 #missuniverse2018