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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.

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?

Pageantry Norms S4 E4: Binibinis Back in Action Part 2

Posted by Norman on March 21, 2021
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Pageantry Norms Season Episode 4 guested a fresh new set of Binibinis who updated us about their individual preparations for the pageant:

Samantha Alexandra Panlilio of Cavite

Patricia Denise Babista of Quezon Province

Alexandra Mae Rosales of Laguna

Lesley Anne Ticaro of Tagum City, Davao del Norte

Pleased to share with you the video of the episode below.

Binibini 1 Samantha Alexandra Panlilio is starting to shine

Posted by Norman on March 8, 2021
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Styling is an art.
Texture is created by the fabric a model wears.
The colour pallet dictates the mood of many shots.
And the personality?

Let your #Binibini1 Samantha Alexandra Panlilio provide different angles to her character.

After all, her beauty is already a given.
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Photo: @marco.visuals ⠀
HMUA: @drewgalleguez @iamdarrylroxas ⠀
Styling: @mac.intia @qurator_studio ⠀
Gown: @alreyrosano

Re-Introducing Binibini1 Samantha Alexandra Panlilio

Posted by Norman on February 27, 2021
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It was a meet-and-greet I simply couldn’t say no to. For starters, having an event like this happens in Alabang (or the south of Metro Manila) very rarely. Since I reside in Parañaque, going to Molito Lifestyle Centre is a breeze. Secondly, I discovered my not-so-distant blood relations with the honoree. My paternal grandmother and her father are aunt and nephew, respectively. And for that matter, the very first Bb. Pilipinas – her aunt Myrna Panlilio – is also common in our thread.

Here are some photos and videos from the meet-and-greet with #Binibini1 Samantha Alexandra Panlilio of Cavite and invited members of the pageant media.

Below, she answers a few questions from your blogger:

Now, she talks about part of her advocacy as a potential Beauty Queen:

And will she be the next “Samantha” to be crowned Bb. Pilipinas?

Samantha Panlilio – in person – tends to give me an Elizabeth Clenci vibe to be honest. She has this cool aura about her. If she can channel more of this and up her ante even more, then I won’t be surprised if she finds herself on the shortlisted beeline for one of the crowns on April 17.

Good luck, Sam!

The Bb. Pilipinas 2020 National Costumes: Slow Reveal

Posted by Norman on November 5, 2020
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After the unveiling of the National Costume of Binibini 1 Samantha Alexandra Panlilio last month (left photo), the FB page of Bb. Pilipinas had started its slow reveal of the other Raymond Saldaña photos of the candidates wearing their respective traditional garbs. Today, two (2) were uploaded – Binibini 18 Karen Laurrie Mendoza of Iloilo and Kimberly Anne Tiquestiques of Balagtas, Bulacan.

Binibini 18 Karen Laurrie Mendoza

Behold #Binibini18 Karen Laurrie Mendoza of Iloilo in her National Costume for Bb. Pilipinas 2020 created by Tata Pinuela.

Bulalakaw is said to be a deity who has the appearance of a gigantic, shining bird or a bird-humanoid hybrid, as some believed he looks like a thin boy wearing a bird-like headdress or even a genderless deity with a bird’s head. Some stories describe him to be a diwata who visits the earthly plane in form of a comet, hence the name Bulalakaw.

As some believed, she looks like a thin woman wearing a bird-like headdress or even a genderless deity with a bird’s head. Some stories describe her to be a diwata who visits the earthly plane in form of a comet, hence the name “bulalakaw” (shooting star).

Photography: Raymond Saldaña
Lights and Studio Set up by : HGR Events powered by Sabrosas

Binibini 19 Kimberly Anne Tiquestiques

Behold #Binibini19 Kimberly Anne Tiquestiques of Balagtas, Bulacan in her National Costume for Bb. Pilipinas 2020 created by Marvin Garcia.

Dubbed as the “Queen of Philippine Festivals”, Flores de Maria or Flores de Mayo is believed to be first observed in 1865 in Bulacan when Fr. Mariano Sevilla wrote the “Dalit kay Maria.”

Embellished with thousand flowers and crystal stones that epitomize the gigantic jewelry industry of Meycauayan and highlighted by the magnanimous “kinayas na kawayan of the Singkaban Fiesta”, this bamboo artwork is a traditional form of architecture that is now being used as a welcoming arch in festivities all over the Philippine archipelago.

Most importantly, the Singkaban arch serves as an iconic emblem of Bulacan’s history, arts, culture and tourism that massively speak about the Bulakenyo’s widely known culture of generosity and hospitality.

#IAmBinibini

Photography: Raymond Saldaña
Lights and Studio Set up by : HGR Events powered by Sabrosas

The #IAMBINIBINI Introduction Videos Part 1

Posted by Norman on August 12, 2020
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Below are the #IAMBINIBINI introduction videos of the first half of the Bb. Pilipinas 2020 candidates. You will notice that there are still missing (or skipped) Binibinis. I am simply relying on what the organizers are uploading in their YouTube channel. Hence, the efforts of 5, 7, 11, 16 and 20 are still not here.

#Binibini1 Samantha Panlilio

#Binibini2 Rowena Sasuluya

#Binibini3 Lois Anne Badando

#Binibini4 Patrizia Garcia

#Binibini6 Princess Guanzon

#Binibini8 Meiji Cruz

#Binibini9 Patricia Babista

#Binibini10 Shaira Rona

#Binibini12 Vianca Marcelo

#Binibini13 Samantha Bernardo

#Binibini14 Hazel Ortiz

#Binibini15 Cindy Obeñita

#Binibini17 Justine Felizarta

#Binibini18 Karen Laurrie Mendoza

#Binibini19 Kimberly Tiquestiques

The Binibinis of Bb. Pilipinas 2020 for Bragais Shoes (Part 1)

Posted by Norman on July 2, 2020
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Make way for these wise queens as they shop ‘til they drop wearing BRAGAIS™️ Cristy & Darylle.

Then feel the power of our modern Filipina queens as they stood their ground confidently and independently with BRAGAIS™️ Gazini and Jehza.

Here are Binibinis 1-19 of Bb. Pilipinas 2020

Project Manager: Bessie Besana
Creative Director: Jed Velasco
Photographer: Don Caras & Yukie Sarto
Head Fashion Stylist: Vhee Co
Head Make-Up Artist: Arnel Palmera
Set Designer: Myke Francis Mayores

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

Note: Binibini20 Thea Cenarosa was absent during the shoot due to a small accident at home that prevented her from reporting to the activity.

Binibinis 1-10: Upper Half

Posted by Norman on June 9, 2020
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Left to right: Patrizia Garcia, Patricia Babista, Meiji Cruz, Shanon Tampon and Shaira Rona

Since the official swimwear photos of the 40 Binibinis of Bb. Pilipinas 2020 will be presented in four groups of ten on different days, it makes things a little easier to judge the standouts in each. By the time we finish with the last batch, we may have already come up with a relatively more definitive Top 20. Of course, it is not entirely fair for whichever group of ten has far more outstanding ladies than the other. At any rate, let’s do it since this will be based solely on photos.

For Binibinis 1-10, it is obvious that the two most crown-worthy contenders are #Binibini4 Patrizia Garcia and #Binibini9 Patricia Denise Babista. As reader Flor would put it, these two beauties can easily grab crowns if it were only the first ten ladies remaining.

I would personally add #Binibini8 Meiji Cruz and #Binibini7 Shanon Tampon for their pageant maturity. They are both beautiful as well. My fifth spot would be for #Binibini10 Shaira Rona because – aside from being the tallest here, she has the budding potential to shine far better when it matters most. I would love to see #Binibini1 Samantha Panlilio because of her excellent communication skills and pedigree. But then again, height still has its advantage in pageantry.

Looking forward to Binibinis 11-20 now. This is the group where it will be tougher to separate the upper from the lower half.

Bb. Pilipinas 2020 Swimwear Photos: Binibinis 1-10

Posted by Norman on June 8, 2020
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Here are Binibinis 1-10 in their official swimwear photos for Bb. Pilipinas 2020. Release of the next group of ten will not automatically follow so you can appreciate this group first, as per BPCI’s social media team.

Photography: Raymond Raymond Saldaña
Team : Arnie Vergara

Swimwear: Domz Ramos

Stylist: Vhee Co
Assistant Stylists:
Aura Nicole de Jesus
Cev Cendaña

Accessories : Adam Rico de Guzman

Set design: Henry Reyes of HGR Event

#bbpilipinas2020