Ternos, tiaras and tulle on parade

MANILA, Philippines - What’s a Santacruzan without elements of fashion and showbiz?

Gowns by fashion designers worn by movie stars were on parade when Woman Today celebrated its 26th anniversary at the Activity Center of SM Megamall A.

Designers who paraded their dreamy creations included Danilo Franco, Oskar Peralta, Gerry Katigbak, Fanny Serrano, Edgar Madamba, Edgar San Diego, Jontie Martinez, Ramon Esteban, Nholie Pilapil, Lito Perez, Arielle Agasang and Edwin Uy.

Mall goers trooped to the venue to watch celebrities and models sashaying down the runway. The designers came up with varied approaches to the traditional terno. Some fused different influences, while others proffered classics with unexpected twists.