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Spotlight | Miss Model of the World Philippines 2016 Paula Rich Bartolome 

Posted by Norman on November 2, 2016
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The credits first:
PAULA RICH DELGADO
Raymond Saldaña Photography
MUA : Angelo Tacadena
Hair by : Corazon Arguelles
Styled by : Patrick Henry
Designer : Daniel Manila

Paula in her Roy Aquino NatCos

Currently in the thick of competition in Shenzhen, China right now is former Bb. Pilipinas Official Candidate Paula Rich Bartolome who is one of the candidates vying for the 28th Miss Model of the World International which will have its finals this coming November 7. She is Miss Model of the World Philippines 2016.

Paula Rich knows too well the rigors and demands of a tough beauty competition, having been part of two editions of Bb. Pilipinas – 2015 and 2016. And with the opportunity given to her by Ovette Ricalde to represent our country in the big pageant stage, she will not let the opportunity to shine slip past her grasp. Her overall look has been changed to fit the modelesque peg that the contest calls for. And with a statuesque frame (she stands just a shade under 5’10”), svelte figure and expressive face, I see no reason why she won’t make heads turn in Shenzhen. She is giving it her 100% best and hopefully add another achievement in the long list of wins and placements of World-Class Filipinas this year.

Let us all wish Paula Rich the best. She is doing this #ForThePhilippines. While China is not the most giving host country for our bets when it comes to pageantry, I still know that she will stand out when it matters most.

Paula Rich Bartolome for Miss Model of the World 2016

Posted by Norman on August 23, 2016
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And you thought you saw the last of Paula Rich Bartolome during Bb. Pilipinas 2016? Think again. This tall lady who represented Narvacan, Ilocos Sur during the last edition of the nationals will see action as the Philippine representative to the Miss Model of the World 2016 to be held in Shenzhen City, China from October 16 – November 6.

Ovette Ricalde of MegaStarnProduction is responsible for sending Paula to this competition. And I believe that we have a good chance of performing well in Shenzhen. Our bet is raring to prove her worth in the international pageant arena and this should be the best time to do so.

Good luck, Paula! 😉

courtesy of Pageant TV

Keep the votes coming for your Favorite National Costume in Bb. Pilipinas 2016!

Posted by Norman on April 14, 2016
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You might have already forgotten about the online voting for your Favorite National Costume, so let this be a gentle reminder to keep the likes (or votes, if you will) coming for the six finalists for the said special award.

Of course, it does work to the advantage of whoever has the strongest supporters among Binibinis Angela Fernando, Paula Rich Bartolome, Maria Lina Prongoso, Dindi Pajares, Jonti Martinez and Angelica Alita. But try going beyond the Binibinis wearing them as well so you can fully appreciate the creations of Designers Frederick Peralta, Joel Acebuche, Polly Lagyap, Cherry Samuya Veric, Jonti Martinez and Bessie Besana.

Visit the Bb. Pilipinas Facebook page now to cast your vote!

Here again are the six (6) finalists in photographs taken by Raymond Saldaña.

 

Binibini 3 in Frederick Peralta

 
 

Binibini 14 in Joel Acebuche

 
 

Binibini 19 in Polly Lagyap

 
 

Binibini 27 in Cherry Samuya Veric

 

 

Binibini 32 in Jonti Martinez

 
 

Binibini 38 in Bessie Besana

 

Could this be the right year for Paula Rich Bartolome to shine?

Posted by Norman on April 12, 2016
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Binibini 14 Paula Rich Bartolome by Joy Arguil

 
The Bb. Pilipinas 2016 batch has such a deep bench to get winners from. The likelihood of winning is promising for a good majority, and that includes Binibini 14 Paula Rich Bartolome who is on her 2nd – and hopefully more successful – attempt to take home a crown. In my humble and honest opinion, she has greater chances of doing so compared to the initial turn made last year.

To say that Paula Rich is firmly setting her sights on a victory and not go empty-handed would be an understatement. No serious Binibini entered into this crowded beauty scenario without the iron-clad determination to be well-recognized, especially now that six (6) titles are up for grabs.

 

Paula in Joel Acebuche (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)

 
Will Binibini 14’s hometown of Narvacan, Ilocos Sur celebrate this coming Sunday night well into the following day? I’d say, why not? As Paula herself said during a previous interview, she came more prepared this year. And her loyal fans and supporters (shout-out to the #PowerPau members out there) are united more than ever. Rally to the max!

Good luck to you, Paula Rich Bartolome! 😀

The Best of the Bb. Pilipinas 2016 National Costumes

Posted by Norman on April 6, 2016
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Left to right: Binibinis 38 (Angelica Alita), 3 (Angela Fernando), 32. (Jennyline Malpaya), 27 (Dindi Pajares), 19 (Maria Lina Prongoso) and 14 (Paula Rich Bartolome) are the Top 6 in National Costumes (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)

  

Angela Fernando in Frederick Peralta (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)

  

Paula Rich Bartolome in Joel Acebuche (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)

 

Jennyline Carla Malpaya in Jontie Martinez (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)

 

Angelica Alita by Bessie Besana (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)

  

Maria Lina Prongoso in Polly Lagyap/Mayor Madelaine Gazmen (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)

 

 

Dindi Pajares in Cherry Samuya Veric (Photo credit: Joy Arguil)

 
And so, six (6) instead of five were announced as the top National Costumes of Bb. Pilipinas 2016. They are Binibini 14 Paula Rich Bartolome who wore a Filipiniana by Joel Acebuche, Binibini 38 Angelica Alita in a traje de mestiza by Bessie Besana, Binibini 3 Angela Lauren Fernando in another Filipiniana created by Frederick Peralta, Binibini 27 Dindi Pajares in a nicely-conceptualized Bagobo/Manoba garb by Cherry Veric, Binibini 19 Maria Lina Prongoso in a collaboration between Polly Lagyap & Mayor Madelaine Gazmen and Binibini 32 Jennyline Carla Malpaya in yet another Filipiniana.

So the question is: will these traditional or indigenous attires be the ones worn by the eventual Bb. Pilipinas 2016 titleholders in their international competitions? And more interestingly, will a Top 6 confirm somehow that there will indeed be six (6) titles at stake on April 17?

But which NatCos stood out the most in terms of brave and daring? It’s the Ati-atihan-inspired number of Rocky Gathercole worn by Binibini 17 Priscilla Kim dela Cruz (see photo below courtesy of Jojo Bragais).

  
Watch out for more photos soon! 🙂

#GetThatJagLook: Challenging the Binibinis 

Posted by Norman on April 2, 2016
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normannorman.com was able to cover two groups of Binibinis at Festival Mall Alabang and Robinsons Place Manila

 
The Binibinis were divided into four groups of ten to be scattered in four different shopping malls around Metro Manila. I only had myself and my partner-in-pageantry Joy Arguil for normannorman.com so we decided to split ourselves between Festival Mall Alabang (which was closer to where I live) and Robinsons Place Manila (more convenient for Joy coming from Makati). As a result, we had to skip SM North EDSA and Farmers Plaza Cubao. But it was still worth it.

I had Maria Gigante, Maxine Medina, Kylie Verzosa, Apriel Smith, Vina Openiano, Paula Rich Bartolome, Edjelyn Joy Gamboa, Angela Fernando, Ria Rabajante and Gail Ventic. Joy had Nicole Cordoves, Kristine Estoque, Sheena Dalo, Jehza Huelar, Niza Limjap, Mariella Castillo, Candy del Castillo, Maria Lina Prongoso, Crescent Samaco and Kimberle Mae Penchon.

The challenge was simple. Whichever group can raise the highest amount of total sales for a prescribed hour (by being the actual sales associates) will win a generous shopping voucher for each member of the best performing team.

Early feedbacks that reached my end stated that the ladies at Farmers Plaza Cubao got the highest so far, but I still need confirmation.

All in all, though, it was an enjoyable, albeit tiring, day for all the Bb. Pilipinas 2016 Official Candidates. 🙂

 

More shots alternating from two different shopping malls in Alabang and Manila

 
Next stop, food tripping day!

Easter Sunday Specials: “I came more prepared this year,” says Binibini 14 Paula Rich Bartolome 

Posted by Norman on March 27, 2016
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Binibini 14 Paula Rich Bartolome

 
Your Binibini 15 of Bb. Pilipinas 2015 is now the Binibini 14 of Bb. Pilipinas 2016. What does the slight change in pin number indicate? Nothing much. But what big changes did 25 year-old Paula Rich Bartolome transform herself into this year. Quite a lot. She has really lost weight, added a lot more glam in her aura and looks to be dead serious in nailing one of the crowns, if not the big title she is gunning for.

Paula, who made the big switch from Aces & Queens to KF, is definitely up for some tough competition. But she remains unperturbed – more excited actually. She wants to prove something to herself and the legion of #PowerPau fans and followers supporting her bid.

Let us now look at how Binibini 14 is putting the fight in her own words.

It has always been my dream to become a Bb. Pilipinas Titleholder. It’s not new to everyone that I’ve tried my luck last year but I guess that edition wasn’t the right time for me. It made me strive harder and I am fortunate enough to have been given another chance.

Having been part of Binibining Pilipinas 2015, I was able to observe how it is to be IN THE COMPETITION. Complancency and Mediocrity are not options. You should be physically, mentally and spiritually prepared. You should always be ready for the battle because there are many surprises in Bb. Pilipinas. I realized that they are searching for a WOMAN, not just your any other girl type. With all the trainings support and realizations I’ve gained, I am ready for the crown. I AM NOW A WOMAN WITH FULL POTENTIALS.

I came more prepared this year. I started training September of last year. KF (Kagandahang Flores) pushed me to be the best I can be and it made me know myself better. I realized my worth – same with all the lovely girls competing this year. Support from friends, family and even to some loving people I haven’t met yet is overwhelming.


I know and feel that God has a good plan for me this year. For the Glory of God, I claim the crown of BB. PILIPINAS 2016.

 

Paula (right) during the PCMC Charity Activity

 
Bold words from a more confidently-marked Paula Rich Bartolome. And I love it when a candidate shows her strong will and driven attitude from start to finish.

Are you earmarking her for the big win in 2016? 🙂

The Talented Binibinis of Bb. Pilipinas 2016

Posted by Norman on March 2, 2016
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The fifteen Binibinis who did the talent auditions

 
The routines varied – from singing to dancing to monologues to more singing and dancing – but the one thing that any screening panelist can say is that we always have talented Binibinis around.

Fifteen (15) of the forty Bb. Pilipinas Official Candidates showed what they got during the Talent Auditions held recently. The actual competition as to who will eventually win Miss Talent has been scheduled this coming Saturday.

One of the following – Janelle Olafson, Angelique de Leon, Vina Openiano, Karen Ibasco, Edjelyn Gamboa, Jeslyn Santos, Alexandra Faith Garcia, Maria Lina Prongoso, Apriel Smith, Paula Rich Bartolome, Kristine Angeli Estoque, Jennyline Carla Malpaya, Maria Gigante, Niza Sabrina Limjap and Anjellica Lopez – will prove to be the Most Talented.

Let us see who will prevail. 🙂

Laguna’s Best Bets for Bb. Pilipinas 2016

Posted by Norman on February 27, 2016
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Paula, Vina and Jennifer stand up for Laguna in Bb. Pilipinas 2016

 
Sta. Cruz, Sta. Rosa and San Pedro. I am not enumerating names of saints, but the towns/city in the Province of Laguna that are proudly bannered in Bb. Pilipinas 2016. And it is a true honor to have not just one or two, but three powerhouse entries in the country’s premier beauty pageant.

Binibini 14 Paula Rich Bartolome is fighting for Sta. Cruz, while Binibini 16 Vina Openiano and Binibini 26 Jennifer Hammond are listed for Sta. Rosa and San Pedro, respectively.

Methinks there will be at least one solid performer in the trio. It will, of course, be premature to single out one for now this early in the running. Let us give them time to show what they’ve got.

Who are you liking the most in this group, dear readers? 😉

#JESterrific and #PowerPau for Binibinis Jeslyn Santos and Paula Rich Bartolome 

Posted by Norman on February 22, 2016
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Two more support groups have been formed for Binibinis Jeslyn Santos & Paula Rich Bartolome

 
There’s more where they came from, these Bb. Pilipinas 2016 support groups. And they are looking nowadays as something like unwritten requisites in hyping the Binibinis for this batch. The more solid the fan base, the better.

Take for example the latest with Bb. Pilipinas 2015 Official Candidates Jeslyn Santos and Paula Rich Bartolome. They now have #JESterrific and #PowerPau behind their backs, respectively. And you should know what will happen next. Your Facebook news feeds will most likely be filled with cheers for their favorite contestants. So let’s hear it for these relatively unsung heroes who give their time and effort to back up our ladies. It’s not the easiest of volunteer jobs to follow, but the most fulfilling if everything ends well! 🙂