The ladies, looking more gorgeous than ever, trooped to the Professional Models Association of the Philippines (PMAP)'s “Mabuhay Modelong Pinoy” photo exhibit wearing dresses created only by Filipino designers. Looking simple yet elegant in their custom-made creations, they walked the room effortlessly. Their preferred handcarry items were small and compact so as not to overpower their already stunning gowns. They also wore simple accessories such as belts and neckpieces. Some donned colorful outfits while others opted for classic black.
Celebrating its 21st year in the Philippine fashion industry, PMAP held this exhibit to launch a social awareness campaign entitled “Mabuhay Modelong Pinoy!” The exhibit, made possible by Samsung, aims to uplift the image of true Philippine beauty in our society. Brought to life through the visionary eye of veteran fashion photographer Raymund Isaac and assisted by up-and-coming photographer Ago Coronado of Portfolio Studio, the exhibit showcased our Philippine heritage and culture, inspired by local folklore, popular images and pop culture under the creative direction and styling of PMAP member Bianca Valerio.
Isabel Roses
Isabel wears an outfit from Lulu Tan Gan’s L Manila, shoes from CMG and a bag from 109 Tokyo. Her personal style is classic with a twist of bohemian.
Phoem Barranda
Phoem wears a Paradi dress, accessories by Patrice Ramos-Diaz and shoes by VNC. The local material used in the dress was very appropriate for the night's Filipino theme.
Isha Andaya
Stylebible.ph editor Isha wears a dress from Bangkok, footless tights from Amsterdam and Oxford shoes from Vietnam. Her style is prim and tailored injected with a bit of quirkiness, an inspiration from Joey Samson’s collection for Fashion Watch.
Mia Ayesa
Mia proudly wears a dress by Pinoy designer Kate Torralba. She likes the piece because it is dressy yet relaxed, and at the same time festive. She also wears a capiz necklace that is elegantly Filipino. Her flats and belt are from a shop in Baguio.
Myrza Sison
Myrza wears an asymmetrical eyelet dress by Vittorio Barba and platform heels by Michael Kors. She accessorizes with a lucite cuff by Tweetie De Leon Gonzalez for Ice Crystals, a lucite ring from Marc by Marc Jacobs and a Pleats Please bag by Issey Miyake.
Bianca Valerio
Bianca wears a black jersey halter gown by Ferdie Abuel and a native necklace that was an amazing find at the St. James Bazaar in Alabang. Her red patent pumps with gold metal details are from Baker’s and her vintage satin clutch is by Givenchy.
Chechel Joson
Chechel wears a Patrice Ramos-Diaz top and jeans from Topshop with patent platforms and a Bottega Venetta clutch. She always likes to be comfortable.
Izza Gonzales-Agana
Izza wears a dress by 8818 Design Studio with Ann Demeulemeester shoes and a Chanel bag. She describes her style as “sexy elegant.”