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Binibining Pilipinas 2022 Glam Shots

Posted by Norman on May 23, 2022
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Binibining Pilipinas 2022 Glam Shots ✨

Photo by: Raymond Saldaña and Owen Suan Reyes
Team: Eric Buyson
Styling: Patrick Henry Mergano, Andrea Justine Aliman, Macky Combe
Designer: Manny Halasan, Odelon Simpao, Olie Pabustan
Accessories: Manny Halasan
Hair and Makeup: Jayjay Solano, Joshua Cornejo, AJ Castro Jose, Eric Onate, Michelle Legazpi, Clark Dane Z. Navara, JP Romantiko, Mon Marcelo, Genesis Matoza, Jessie Maghuyop, Sylvester Salas, Florante Israel Katalbas, Alwin Licmo, Micko Cequena Sangkal, Hubert Esguerra Dela Cruz, Njay Ramos

#BbPilipinas2022 #BinibiningPilipinas #iamBinibini

Araneta City adds glam to Bb Pilipinas with augmented reality photo exhibit

Posted by Norman on May 23, 2022
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(Photo Caption for Ribbon Cutting Photo: Araneta City Assistant Vice President for Marketing Marjorie Go, Binibining Pilipinas stylist for the glam shots Patrick Henry, Binibining Pilipinas Official Photographer Raymond Saldaña and Owen Reyes, BPCI Executive Committee member and trustee Irene Jose, Binibining Pilipinas stylist for the glam shots Justine Aliman, and BPCI Marketing Head Gines Enriquez.)


Fans of Binibining Pilipinas are in for a treat with the opening of an interactive Glam Shot Photo Exhibit at the Gateway Mall in Araneta City on May 23, 2022.

The mall exhibit showcases the glamorous photos of 40 Binibining Pilipinas 2022 candidates, all shot by Raymond Saldaña and Owen Suarez, in 7-feet-tall installations. The candidates were styled by Patrick Henry, Justine Aliman and Macky Combe, dressed with ingenious designs by Odelon Simpao and Olie Pabustan, and embellished with accessories by Manny Halasan.

A ceremonial ribbon-cutting was attended by BPCI Executive Committee members Raymond Villanueva and Irene Jose, Araneta City AVP for Marketing Marjorie Go, Saldaña, and Aliman. Binibini Araneta City Francesca Taruc hosted the mini program.

The exhibit was made special as Araneta City uses augmented reality (AR) technology to bring the portraits to life. Exhibit viewers simply need to download the UniteAR app on their smartphones, open the AR camera on the app, and scan the QR code in any of the panels to see the Binibinis in motion as they slay the photoshoot.

Prior to the exhibit opening, the candidates toured the Gateway Gallery in Gateway Mall for a quick course on Philippine history. The Binibinis were introduced to the 30 large history paintings of the gallery’s SiningSaysay: Philippine History in Art exhibit, which can also be enjoyed via AR through the Gateway Gallery mobile app.

Araneta City first introduced AR technology in Binibining Pilipinas during the national costume exhibit in 2021. This innovation, along with other digital offerings of the previous Binibini edition, won the Araneta Group its very first Anvil Award for PR executions.

The Binibining Pilipinas 2022 Glam Shot Photo Exhibit will be on display at the Gateway Mall until June 10, and will be opened in other Araneta City malls until the grand coronation night. Check out the Araneta City social media pages for details on where to visit this interactive exhibit. ###

A Message from Miss Intercontinental Cindy Obeñita

Posted by Norman on March 31, 2022
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And now, a message from Miss Intercontinental Cindy Obeñita:

“With the Philippine elections in the looming, I urge all peace and truth-loving citizens to be vanguards of a clean, honest and peaceful campaign and election. Let us go out soon and cast our votes in favor of people who will make change happen, for real. 🇵🇭”

Photo | Raymond Saldaña
Assisted by | Owen Suan Reyes
Styling | Odelon Simpao
Gown | Clifford-Lee Vitangcol
Earrings | KATAW
Prod Mngr | Michael Solis Villamor
Makeup | Jim Ryan Ros
Hair | Jericho Panotes Valenzuela
Skin Care | Avignon Clinic
Redefine | Tan Medical Clinic PS Skin Solutions
Dental Care | Premea Dental
Nail Care | Mom and Me Nail Spa
Hair Care | Culture Salon MNL
Human Hair Extensions | Iconic Star Hair Extensions
Special thanks | PrettyCure Bryan Roquino

#MissIntercontinental #PowerOfBeauty #MIO

Diana Mackey: Is this the right time?

Posted by Norman on February 12, 2022
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What could be next in line for the impossibly gorgeous Diana Mackey?

Her latest caption on IG was neither cryptic nor flat-out revealing:

“time for a new story”

Will Chapter 1 of the new journey be #phenomenal? She has been rumored as joining MUPH the past year. Is this the right time to do the plunge?

Photo by Raymond Saldaña
MUA Drew Galleguez
Styling by Patrick Henry Mergano

The “Diwata” in Cindy Obeñita

Posted by Norman on October 22, 2021
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Behold the National Costume of Binibining Pilipinas Intercontinental 2021 Cindy Obeñita for Miss Intercontinental 2021:

“Filipinos have long been in love with the enchantments of a #DIWATA, a mythical goddess whose omnipotence can be likened to Egyptian deities.

Across regional literatures in the Philippines, the character of a Diwata is almost always a mainstay narrative deep-rooted in the culture and daily life of the Filipino.

In this national costume, Cinderella also glides with Cariñosa movements, a Philippine folk dance in the Maria Clara suite.

Prominent in this ensemble is the prestigious color gold, which is a nod to the ancient history of the Philippines and its gold-producing culture, particularly in Mindanao where Cindy proudly comes from. For these gold neck pieces, we collaborated with Mindanao’s crownmaker Tres Cartera and Ben Torres Metalcraft for the beaten brass component of this masterpiece and ALjethro Amorin Sebastian for the leaves fabric manipulation.”

Photographed by Raymond Saldaña
Shoes by BRAGAIS SHOES
Make up by Mila Corinne Gulfan
Hair by Jan Jonas Lucas
Hair and make up consultant Jim Ryan Ros
Nails by Mom and Me Nails PH
Skin care by Avignon Clinic
Dental care by Premea Dental and Skin Clinic
Hair extensions by Iconic Star Hair Extensions
Hair care by Culture Salon MNL

#SUNRISEResorts
#SUNRISEBEACH
#SUNRISEMeetsBeauty
#Powerofbeauty
#Missintercontinental #MIO #SUNRISEResortsAndCruises
#SUNRISEDiamondBeachResort
#RedSea
#SharmELSheikh
#ThisIsEgypt
#MissIntercontinentalPhilippines
#MissCinderContinental

Simone Nadine Bornilla: A David against the Goliaths?

Posted by Norman on September 2, 2021
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Some may call her the #David to all the #Goliaths of Miss Universe Philippines 2021. See this young beauty sling-shot her way to greater pageant glory as part of the Final 30.

Simone Nadine Bornilla of Marinduque is most ready when you are!

Photography | Raymond Saldaña Photography and Owen Suan Reyes
Beauty Artistry by Tonett Chua – Hair & Makeup
Stylist | Patrick Henry Mergano
Creative Director and Accredited Partner for Marinduque | Monika Ravanera

#prouddaughterofgaymen #lgbtpride #loveislove #nadinatics #onewithsimone #simonebornilla #muph2021 #phenomenalwoman #inspireyou #muphsisterhood #missuniversephilippines #missuniversephilippines2021

“Embracing You” from Katrina Dimaranan

Posted by Norman on August 16, 2021
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“𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮”
From Miss Universe Philippines 2021 Official Delegate Katrina Jayne Dimaranan

The reality is: our body is always changing. From the tips of our nails, our hair growing and us cutting them, going through puberty, to womanhood where our body is preparing to bring another life into the world. The moment we start loving our body, as an evolving and ever-changing organism is one of the keys to self-love. So embrace your body, because change is inevitable ♥️

Thank you once again for those who voted for me everyday or even one day!

Photographer: Raymond Saldaña @raymondsaldana_klickbox
Hair: @florenz_hair
Makeup: @carissacielomedved
Styling: @styledbypatrickhenry and @mackycombe

#missuniversephilippines2021
#phenomenalwoman
#inspireyou
#katrinadimaranan

Binibini 22 and her Bb. Pilipinas National Costume

Posted by Norman on January 22, 2021
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Behold your #Binibini22 Dr. Ruth Erika Quin in her Bb. Pilipinas National Costume created by Erjohn Dela Serna:

Inspired by the rich and vast rice fields found in Nueva Ecija, it is just apt to pay homage to the Rice Granary of the Philippines.

The costume reflects the graceful and radiant presence of “palay” in Cabanatuan City. This industry has provided jobs for many and food for most of Luzon island. The bodice is fully-sequined with palay-embossed beads. Same with the headdress, the Palay deserves a spot as the Queen’s crown.

The fully-beaded trail represents the rice fields. As it starts of as green seedling, it eventually grows taller when cultivated properly. Eventually, it bends down with its rice at its best golden tone, ready for harvest. It reminds us to be persistent and humble at the same time.

Photography: Raymond Saldaña
Set: Henry Reyes HGR Events and Sabrosas

Binibini 34 and her Bb. Pilipinas National Costume

Posted by Norman on January 21, 2021
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Behold your #Binibini34 Mercedes Pair in her Bb. Pilipinas National Costume created by Basha “Poi” Subijano:

The Queen of Philippine Folk Dance – “Bulaklakan”

On Mercedes is a costume inspired by the famous Filipino folk dance “Bulaklakan”.

“Bulaklakan” or the dance of flowers is usually held during the month of May in the Philippines as this is the month known when flowers bloom at its best.

We hold a garland of leaves and flowers attached to a wire, bamboo or rattan so that the garland will arch when held overhead and we usually gently sway these arcs of garlands to gracefully give honor to Virgin Mary.

The designer of this national costume, Ms Poi Subijano, came up with the idea using vibrant colors to represent the joyful culture of the Philippines.

The bodice of this costume is a Filipiniana Butterfly Sleeves adorned with precious pearls from south sea. Spanish lace were used for the top fabric and the flamboyant skirt is filled with flowers to signify festivity and glamour.

Photography: Raymond Saldaña
Set: Henry Reyes HGR Events and Sabrosas