For love of Pitoy Moreno

MANILA, Philippines - The 50 candidates in the “golden anniversary” of Bb. Pilipinas Pageant, the most prestigious contest hereabouts, honored Asia’s Fashion Czar Pitoy Moreno in a fashion show showcasing Pitoy’s classic gowns last Thursday night (April 11) at the Smart Araneta Coliseum where the 2013 pageant’s grand finals will be held tomorrow night (aired live on ABS-CBN). JAG provided the casual attires.

More than 70 former Binibinis are expected to march down the red carpet in tomorrow’s event hosted by Martin Nievera and Dawn Zulueta, with 2010 Miss Universe Philippines Venus Raj and 2011 Miss Philippines Universe Shamcey Supsup as co-hosts.

Among those at the Pitoy tribute were (top to bottom, left to right): Reigning beauties Ali Forbes, Nicole Schmitz, Janine Tugonon, Katrina Jayne Dimaranan and Elaine Kay Moll…Candidates Merry Joyce Respicio, Anna Fernandina Buquid, Vania Valiry Vispo and Mercegrace Racquel…and Candidates Cindy Abundabar, Maria Angelica de Leon and Ma. Theresa Gorgonio.