Partnering with Jewelmer for the first time, the fashion show presented women adorned with the South Sea pearl along with clothes by Ito Curata, Mia Arcenas, Rosenthal Tee, Vania Romoff, JC Buendia and Cary Santiago.
Among the muses who graced the runway were 1973 Miss Universe Margie Moran-Floirendo, who walked with her grandchild; 1969 Miss Universe Gloria Diaz, who lost her sister Rio to colon cancer; and the face of this year’s Fashion Can Serve, Maureen Wroblewitz, who walked in honor of her mother, who battled cancer.
Jewelmer EVP and deputy CEO Jacques Christophe Branellec was present to also introduce the “Why We Fight” bracelet, with the Philippine national gem, the South Sea pearl, at the heart of the creation. A golden South Sea pearl strand was auctioned off at the fashion show, the proceeds earmarked to support ICanServe’s nationwide programs and initiatives.
The “Why We Fight” video starred influential women from different industries supporting the cause. Fashion designer Mia Arcenas-Branellec, principal ballerina Candice Adea, environmentalist Anna Oposa, and jewelry designer Wynn Wynn Ong voiced out their respective advocacies.
Newlyweds Jacques and Mia Branellec have both been busy as they support several benefit shows, including the Red Charity Gala (RCG). Mia has been working on multiple fashion shows, and even asked little ol’ me to be a supermodel for a night! For her Manila Fashion Festival S/S 2018 Collection, Mia showcased her flowing, romantic and sexy silhouettes.
Models and Assumption girls
The weekend of RCG was action-packed, with the celebrations of the Professional Models Association of the Philippines’ (PMAP) 30th anniversary at the Peninsula Manila, as well as the annual Assumption College homecoming known as Velada.
The PMAP Ball dubbed “PMAP and Friends,” was a grand reunion of colleagues and family over three decades. Held at the Rigodon Ballroom of the Peninsula Manila, the event was a rare opportunity for models of the past to mingle with the stars of today’s runways.
Belvedere provided an open bar to moisten lips all night.
In true PMAP tradition, the ball also raised money for World Wildlife Fund (WWF)-Philippines. This will be used to reforest 2.5 ha of barren land at the IPO watershed in Bulacan, where 98 percent of Manila’s potable water is sourced.
The Assumption Velada was spearheaded by Silver AC Batch 1992 and Gold AC Batch 1967. Other gems included Pearl AC Batch 1987, Jade AC Batch 1982, Ruby AC Batch 1977, Diamond AC Batch 1957 and Blue Diamond AC Batch 1952.
The annual homecoming raises funds for the Assumption Mission Schools and other Assumption projects throughout the country.
October gets the run-up to Christmas going. Many charitable affairs kicked off pre-Christmas gift-giving festivities.
Creative caring spaces
Newlyweds Dr. Hayden Kho and Dr. Vicki Belo-Kho welcomed October with a charity fundraiser for Right Start, a nonstock, nonprofit organization with children’s interests at the heart of its existence.
Held just weeks after the couple’s celebrated #aKHOandmyBELOved Paris wedding, the event raised almost P3 million that will be used for creative caring spaces for the poorest children in the community.
The Right Start team expressed gratitude to the donors, partners and volunteers for their unwavering commitment. These kindhearted supporters enable Right Start to realize its vision of creating a community of care, in which children with their God-given potentials are empowered to be creative and productive.
Scarlet Snow Belo, Hayden and Vicki’s adorable daughter, was at the event, enjoying playtime with the Right Start kids. She was also the most photographed guest at the recent RCG, where her mom and dad generously bid for and won the beautiful diamond and sapphire necklace donated by Emperor Watch and Jewelry.
Love and weddings
October has also been filled with love and weddings. Among the unions to mention are those of stylists Rex Atienza and Jay Sarmiento in Paris, and that of young couple Bindoy Crisostomo and Patricia Ongsiako-Crisostomo.
Patricia is the eldest daughter of my Assumption classmate and best friend Jojo Ongsiako and her husband Neneto.
Tomorrow is the eagerly awaited wedding of my Tropafrica mate Malu Gamboa to her fiancé Mon Lindo. My cousin Leica Carpo Argosino flew in just for the wedding of her best friend, and went straight to fashion designer
Rajo Laurel for her gown fitting.
For my own gown, I will just grab one of the pieces of designer Rajo from his recent show, the season opener of Mega Fashion Week.
This year, Mega goes back to that zeitgeist by mounting the magazine’s first venture into fashion week, as it presents the evolution of established designers.
Apart from Rajo, the other participating designers are John Herrera, Puey Quiñones, Francis Libiran and Mark Bumgarner.
Let me end with a happy birthday wish to October celebrators: Edward V.P. Maceda, veteran actress Rio Locsin, Mon Fernandez, Beth J. Natividad, Tessie Lim, Lani Aquino, Jenny Salvador-Locsin, Rogie Arellano, Cres Macabenta, Adrian Buan, Rina Pineda, MB’s Pepito Rotallo, Robert Requintina, and Tessa Mauricio-Arriola, lifestyle/entertainment editor of Manila Times, Laguna Governor ER Ejercito, former Sen. Francisco “Kit” Tatad, “Master Showman” German Moreno, Matet de Leon, Pet Aquitania, Bon Arambulo, Editha Lim Manansala, Librada Gutierrez, Jose Francisco Kapellan Kawada, Lawrence Yap, Atty. Joe Monastrial Jr., Mrs. Lani L. Pelayo, Winnie Javillo of West Covina, California; Malou Pamaran Zamora, Angela L. Morales and Grace Lee, Supreme Court Justice Consuelo Ynares-Santiago, Korina Sanchez, Liela Benitez-Simpson, Nelia Silverio, Ida Joseph, Tita Calalang, Karina “Bing” Baylon, Corazon G. Dizon, Karen Capina, Jet Ejercito, Inger Cuenco, Nanette Edillon, Bobby Rodrigo, Melody Anne Bonoan, Josephine Woodward, Roselle Vargas, Marilou Sanchez Catalucci, Danny Velasco, Virgie McAffrey, Elvis Trocio of DSWD, Mat Ranillo III, Rose Monaghan, Rolly Quizon, Danny Velasco and Star Magic’s Maja Salvador, Mrs. Ma. Victoria Araneta Concepcion, Letty M. Talag, Elena Chiongbian Young, Lou Bonnevie, Susan Joven, Carmen Dy-Liacco, Rosario Agustin, Jiggy Cruz, Lilibeth Josue, Marivic Tengco, Cory Gayon, Dona Rosario Savillano Ablan, Sonia Domingo Sadsad, Nonoy Orlina, Losario Delmar, Bro. Eddie Villanueva, Chef Joey Carbon, Ogie Mendoza, Mex Gonzales and Queen of Jazz Annie Brazil, Ma. Victoria Jasmin of DOT, Nelly Campos, Linda Punzalan, Ira Maniquis, Eleazar Macapagal, Bing Jaleco, Jake Tordesillas, Roselle dela Umbria of PCSO PR Dept., Vanessa Valderama, Shoona Teves, Brenda Villasin, Norihide Joseph Ono, Mrs. Po Suan Velasco, Virgie V. Mariano, Engr. Abraham S. Gumatay, Anna Larruccea and former Parañaque City Mayor Joey Marquez, Arnold Gamboa, Marissa Albert, lawyer Michael Abundo, Caring Almendras, Gerry A. Sarino, Lily Maliwanag, Brigida “Veda” Somera, Mike Raleigh, Bro. Joe Corsal, Dawnie B. Roa, Kim Martillano, Dr. Nehemiah Velasco, Aida Lagarejos and entertainment columnist Allan Diones, Mercy Ong of MTO and Skides Water, Joanie Feliciano, Charito Gonzalez, Piluchi Esteban, Cristy Mendoza, Gay Abundo, Shonna C. Teves, Rosario Guidaya, Allyson Lacson Young, Lydia Reyes, Mousa Testa of TV5’s Interaksyon, Arnold Mago Medina, Nino Reyes, Jesabel Tiongco, actor Shintaro Valdes, Gizzle Dionisio, Rusty Sandiko, Philip de Vera of London, Mrs. Corazon Adolfo Calderon of Davao City, Yollie Aguila, Maliksi Morales of Star Magic, and Sarah Lahbati, Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero, columnist Neal Cruz, Keiko Gardiner, Buboy Garovillo, Ms. Yaying Dragon, Malou Maglutac, Vivian Uy, Michelle Puzon, Encarnacion “Lovely” R. Santos, Ben Nery, Jennefe Cezar, Ayze Querejero, Billy Joe Leones, Mrs. Fely Gupit, Frederick Farell, Mrs. Laura del Rosario Milo, Vic Brita, Ricky Alvaran, Anna Vitta-Lim Galagnara, New York-based Luisa Velasco-Datiles, Joanne Marie A. Henson and Nash Aguas, Kuya Daniel Razon, twins Richard and Ricardo Cepeda, Dr. Miles dela Rosa, Ed Santillan, Terry Lim, Baby Aguilar, Dianne Eugenio, Jan Carlo Tobias, Johnson Robert, Tina M. Ejercito, Wu Elsie, Pat Cabiling, Pilar Gozum, MB’s Myra Liezl Abando and Ronald Jeffrey Lim, Jason Francisco, Erlinda Romey and Bobbit Vidanes, Marissa del Mar, former beauty queen turned-actress Pilar Pilapil, Willie Rebano, Serafin Pua, Pilar Ongking, Pilar Tanjangco, Antonio Santos, Dr. Morena Canizares, Jane Go, Noel Y. Regala, Marine Engr. Erwin Soriano of Bacoor City, Cavite; Imus City Mayor Emmanuel L. Maliksi, Alex Broce, Vina Rose Medina Soriano, Pilar Mateo, Baby O. Garcia, Angelia Jade Boaquina, Jenny Ramos Mahinay, Carl John Barrameda of Star Magic and Saicy A. Aguila, and Tessie Lozano-Dunn of Wales, Tito Sy, publisher Oscar Jornacion, Letty Ruiz, Dr. Charing M. Santos, Inday Rosales, Norma Lara, Carina Dacer, Marlette Pineda, Katrina E. Panlilio, Elizabeth Hammond, Vangie Jacinto, Rene Perez, Eriel Cortez, Annette Africano, Pinky Masigla, Irma S. Gumalay, Aika entertainment writers Len Llanes and Rose Garcia, former PAGCOR Chairman Alicia Ll. Reyes, Rep. Dudot Jaworski, Joey de Leon, Richard Merk, Norma Japitana, Lexine Bondoc, Cecilia Batungbacal, Atty. Ruby Ruiz-Bruno, Agnes Payawal, Lita Alejar Faustino, Charlie Antonio, Eva Pinda, Ilonah Jean, Socorro Zarate, Alexander M. Dacanay, Doy Tobias, Charito C. Reyes, Tess E. Santos, Atty. Luz L. Suapengco, Moses Albert Ollero, Katherine Chloe S. de Castro, Erlinda L. Bautista and Brgy. Captain Ramil P. Landingin of Macalong, Asingan, Pangasinan, Henry Sy Sr., former Chief Justice Renato Corona, Paz Yuchengco, Dante Ponce, Leo Baluyot, Garry C. Villanueva, Teresa Cabigao, Tessie Isidro, Mely Munoz, and entertainment writers Ernie Pecho and Noel Asinas, Billy Formoso, Jamike Lopa, Nica Bueno of Youngstown, Cainta, Rizal; Rowell Martirez of PCSO GM’s office, Kristine Agnar, Mario Baluyot, Remy Go, Tessie Coronel of London, Mrs. Ondang Sarao Virata, Gabriel Patrick “Gabe” G. Jimenez, and MB’s SCU editor Rachel Castro Barawid, Rosa Rosal, Richard Reynoso, Sec. Sonny Alvarez, Princess Violago, Dr. Pacita Gonzalez, Eden Arias, Dr. Concordia Pascual, Cathy Babao, Fe Aurora Castro, Cynthia Sullivan (a.k.a. Zapphire), Pearlie Cabanizas, Jojo Temporal, Victor Mark M. Santos, Violeta Flores Constantino of Sun-Life of Canada, New York-based Dr. Nora Realuyo and Ernesto V. Martinez, Gerry Velasquez, Tony Gonzales, entertainment writer Emy Abuan, and GMA Network executive Jimmy Duavit, Bea Alonzo, Vina Morales, director Olive Lamasan, Dante Silverio, Alona Alegre, Christine Manalang, Maria Montelibano, Ester Barbin, Bienvenido Rodriguez, Nards Ocampo, Marie Grace Cabanizas, Jose Fombuena, Jay Carlos, Mariz C. Ricketts, Bert Nievera, Enrique “Quito” Pili, Dr. Andy Reyes, Florence Cruz, Dante E. Gerella, Laura Manio-Jacinto of PCSO PR Dept., director Maryo J. de los Reyes, Sol Caco-Landicho, Rafael Consing Lumanlan, Norma Constantino, Rene Pilande of Tacloban, Susan Cervantes, John Jacaria, Marge Rogan of ACCRA Law Office, Carlo Magdaluyo, Margot B. Torres, Nestor Ventura, Noemi Cruz Suarez, and Sam Concepcion, Shirley Halili-Cruz of the multi-awarded Halili-Cruz School of Ballet; Prof. Sonia Zaldivar-Ronda, Dr. Oscar Lopez, Ernesto Bravo, Mrs. Nellie Bengzon, Mary Anne Lizza Freking, Col. Julian Malonzo, Jacob Fernandez, Dr. Violeta Dorado, Cora Ruiz, Andrew de Real, Jordan Francoise Castillo Jr., Michael Manangan, Jona Lyn, Rodolfo Torres, Fe Y. Puzon, Jennie Ilustre, Mary Anne Gamboa, Annie de Leon, Steven U. Villareal, Reggie Sta. Maria, Rodolfo Alonzo, Ashley Aurora Cortez, Connie Han, Pam Dy, Railey Valeroso, Alfredo Fedilaga, Jr., Aloysius Joseph Villagonzalo, Angelie Gornez-Gabutan, Ayan Parame, Police Officer Edario Manatad, Dan Adrian Pilones, Dave Tolentino, Engr. Edgar Estela, Jr., Francis Ray Oplimo, Gemma Arnado Nojo, Juliet Corridor, Leandro Remedio, Loloy Ulbata, Maria Rosanna V. Cavada, Marvie Emmacen, Tagbilaran Bishop Alberto Uy, Nerissa Naveo, Orland Navarro, Randy Gabutan, Samuel Quinones, and MB’s Danilo L. Bricia, Archbishop Diosdado Talamayan of Tuguegarao, Christian Bautista, Dr. Mita Pardo de Tavera, Joyce Jimenez, Odelle & Kyle Concepcion, Peachy Gonzalez, Jinky Chua Peralta, Noel Colet, Chit Sambile, Beth T. Tioseco, Pedrito Diga, Karlo Abarquez, Roland J. Ong, Markus Danao-Schmidt, Zoren Bautista, Jojo Garzota, John Jacaria, Romulo S. Lodriquito, chairman of Mt. Balagbag Multi-purpose Cooperative, Brgy. San Isidro, City of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan and Anna Nina A. Lorbes of BPI Family España Branch, Gina Pareño, Ms. Chona Trinidad, Consul General of Kazakhstan Edward Fereira, Gloria Cabrera of New York, Dr. Raul Guanzon, Aida Sevilla Mendoza, Rudy Genaskey, Irene Cortes, Nadine Teves, Bong Pizarro, Che Serrano, Michael Raleigh, Lyn Romero, Letecia Clarino, Gunther Grupp, Mag Cruz Hatol, Raul and Mary Sharmaine Castillo, Dory Simio and Reynald Zabala from California, Emelita Olemos greetings from Ninong at Ninang Santos, Ghie Espiritu, Annie Chong, Raoul Chee Kee, Anna Teresa A. Velasco, Armand Padilla, Jeremy Orange M. Ejercito, Nicole Ofiana, Maricris Llanes Quero, Thermina Ann Akram, Rina A. Concepcion, Aaron Zach B. Patasao, Joseph Gegory M. Arriola, Oscar Maliuanag, Eric Matthew Martinez, Maureen Guese, Thara Jordana, former Presidential Adviser Gabby Claudio, Mitch Valdes, awarded director Joey Reyes, Irma Potenciano, Herbert Sy, Tessie E. Rodrigo, Charing Dulalia, Kookoo Gonzales, Celia Martinez-Flores, Ernest Tagle, Celia Cunanan, Delfin V. Cruz Jr., Joan Menguito, Marirose Sison-Garcia, Jesus Reynaldo V. Palma of California, Annaliza Velasco, Atty. Harry Roque, Vanessa Ricarte, Mandy Eduque, Gregor Christopher Uy Viscayda, Edwin Costa, twins John Lawrence and John Mark de la Cruz, Stephen Tomas Flores-Joseph, Kathy Tanjuatco, PDI’s Chelo Banal Formoso, Beth Gelema, and Pica Lozano of Star Magic…Oct. 22: Lindsay Custodio-Platon, Conchitina Veloso, Tereret Liboro, Angel Cruz, Lito Talampas, Jane Enrile, Virginia R. Velasco, Anna Liza C. de Leon, Richard Merino, Helen Ong, Kristina Antonio Macapagal, Antonio La Vina, Nadine C. Teves, Jojo Guiao, Felino “Sonny” Timbol, Mary Ann “Baby” M. Montemayor, Marissa Francisco, Karla Yturzaeta and Matt Evans, Verni Varga, Babes Tirona, Carol Jao, Marlyn Bermudez, Teody Buenaflor, Maria Belinda, Malou Matias, Lhen Estanislao, Fely Igmat, Baby Detoito, Joel David, Flores-Wenceslao, Deth Paras, Mrs. Maria Rosario, Fernandez, Lirio Covey, Boy Romero, Don Moral, Adrian Elisan, Ramon Papa, Abegail Galang, Francesca Venice Reyes, Jel Cortez, Andre Garcia, Jojo Panaligan, Freddie Wells, Juanita Velasco Palma, QC Councilor Alfred Vargas, Cesar Concio, Willie Chipeco, Lourna Pal, Yasmin Dayrit, Jun-Jun R. Ablaza, Narciso Chan, Cesar dela Fuente, Marites Meyer, Mrs. Alice Rosario, Salud Mercado, Mary Cris Borja, Camille Encinas, Emily Dacer, Susie dela Cruz, Ma. Luisa Javier, Nanet Canchela, Hanna Alegre, Rafael Relucio, Gavina Motel, Ester Cumagun, Brenda Arguelles, Fely I. Jimenez, Nickson Pacayra, Mary Anne Cabanizas, Dindo Acosta, Aileen Lorenzo, Ronnie Vivar, MB’s Rory Page, Raffy Sazon, Rosalina Munoz, Hazel Uy, Atty. Ma. Angelina G. Matibag, Arnold Trinidad, Raffy Lim, Tony Tamayo, Nadine Bonoan, Dr. Tito Torralba, Boy Villasanta, Liezl Quilala, Ariel Obera, Rafael Sazon, Gov. Jonvic Remulla, Bill Kevin del Rosario, Michael John Sibal Cojuangco, Garret Tabuzo, Erlinda “Baby” Mendiola of San Pedro, Laguna; Joseph Cruz of Pan Pacific Casino Filipino, and GMA-7’s Pia Guanio, Senators Lito Lapid and Alan Peter Cayetano, Comelec Comm. Ma. Gracia Dielo Padaca, Ms. Cristina G. Caedo, Chary S. Misa, Jackie Cayuca, Santa So, Mrs. Rosario Corrales Miranda, Rey Espiritu of Walnut, CA; Toni Acaylar, Ma. Bituin Hidalgo, Ceada Tanopo-Nato, Mario Hernando, Jojo Montemayor, Mark Talosig, writer Mario A. Hernando, actor Leandro Z Baldemor, Gilleth Sandico, "TWBA" production assistant Andy Ferrer, triplets Leonardo Frederick, Alvin Benjamin and Kevin Anthony S. de Leon, and Henry Yap-Espiritu of Campaigns PR, Viva’s big boss Vic del Rosario, Gina Nolasco, Priscilla P. Tuazon, Janet Arnaiz, Jennifer Ongkeko, Jose Bravo, Victor de Vera, Rusty Salazar, Jhervy Santiago, Delbert Santos, Gina Nolasco, Jennifer Ongkiko, Rusty Salazar, Grave Velasco, Victor de Vera, Jose Israel Bravo, Priscilla Tuazon, Delbert Santos, Jherry Santiago, Aida Espiritu, Jules Yanga, Theresa Veloso, Jason Manuel, Callyx Lavado daughter of "TWBA" set designer Randy turns 3, Carmelito Lamoso, Emy Enriquez, Jenny Deed Navarro, Glaiza Joyce Cruz, Rosanna Morales, Shanna Paula Plaza, Jennifer Tan, Dolyn Monique Cadungog, Inday Varing Nacario, Kim Grace Deldig, Dr. Cynthia Gayatin, Lilia Aimas, Tem Ponce, DTI Sec. Ramon Lopez and Rep. Joey Salceda, Bro Ryan A. America turns 34, Charo Santos Concio, Niño Muhlach, Gary Lising, Harlene Bautista, Nelly Campos, Michael Abundo, Ingrid Salas, Jojo Gatbonton, Michelle Aldana, Viel Aquino-Dee, Ronald Manila, Allure Padua, Joy Rosaroso, and Maria Teresa Cancio, Jonathan dela Cruz, Walter de Santos, Benjo Marquez, Manny Valera, Bubbles Carandang, Millie Vera, Angia Munji Laurel, Atty. Pete Principe, Melba Nergua, Christine Limpo, Alvin Tan, Winnie Boado, Fatima Dumalagan, Doreen Fernandez, De La Salle Lipa’s Grade 12 student Romina Celina Sabino Faylon, Boy Abunda, Riza Mantaring, Kaye Tinga, my ever dearest co-chair of RCG.
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Among the muses who graced the runway were 1973 Miss Universe Margie Moran-Floirendo, who walked with her grandchild; 1969 Miss Universe Gloria Diaz, who lost her sister Rio to colon cancer; and the face of this year’s Fashion Can Serve, Maureen Wroblewitz, who walked in honor of her mother, who battled cancer.
Jewelmer EVP and deputy CEO Jacques Christophe Branellec was present to also introduce the “Why We Fight” bracelet, with the Philippine national gem, the South Sea pearl, at the heart of the creation. A golden South Sea pearl strand was auctioned off at the fashion show, the proceeds earmarked to support ICanServe’s nationwide programs and initiatives.
The “Why We Fight” video starred influential women from different industries supporting the cause. Fashion designer Mia Arcenas-Branellec, principal ballerina Candice Adea, environmentalist Anna Oposa, and jewelry designer Wynn Wynn Ong voiced out their respective advocacies.
Newlyweds Jacques and Mia Branellec have both been busy as they support several benefit shows, including the Red Charity Gala (RCG). Mia has been working on multiple fashion shows, and even asked little ol’ me to be a supermodel for a night! For her Manila Fashion Festival S/S 2018 Collection, Mia showcased her flowing, romantic and sexy silhouettes.
Models and Assumption girls
The weekend of RCG was action-packed, with the celebrations of the Professional Models Association of the Philippines’ (PMAP) 30th anniversary at the Peninsula Manila, as well as the annual Assumption College homecoming known as Velada.
The PMAP Ball dubbed “PMAP and Friends,” was a grand reunion of colleagues and family over three decades. Held at the Rigodon Ballroom of the Peninsula Manila, the event was a rare opportunity for models of the past to mingle with the stars of today’s runways.
Belvedere provided an open bar to moisten lips all night.
In true PMAP tradition, the ball also raised money for World Wildlife Fund (WWF)-Philippines. This will be used to reforest 2.5 ha of barren land at the IPO watershed in Bulacan, where 98 percent of Manila’s potable water is sourced.
The Assumption Velada was spearheaded by Silver AC Batch 1992 and Gold AC Batch 1967. Other gems included Pearl AC Batch 1987, Jade AC Batch 1982, Ruby AC Batch 1977, Diamond AC Batch 1957 and Blue Diamond AC Batch 1952.
The annual homecoming raises funds for the Assumption Mission Schools and other Assumption projects throughout the country.
October gets the run-up to Christmas going. Many charitable affairs kicked off pre-Christmas gift-giving festivities.
Creative caring spaces
Newlyweds Dr. Hayden Kho and Dr. Vicki Belo-Kho welcomed October with a charity fundraiser for Right Start, a nonstock, nonprofit organization with children’s interests at the heart of its existence.
Held just weeks after the couple’s celebrated #aKHOandmyBELOved Paris wedding, the event raised almost P3 million that will be used for creative caring spaces for the poorest children in the community.
The Right Start team expressed gratitude to the donors, partners and volunteers for their unwavering commitment. These kindhearted supporters enable Right Start to realize its vision of creating a community of care, in which children with their God-given potentials are empowered to be creative and productive.
Scarlet Snow Belo, Hayden and Vicki’s adorable daughter, was at the event, enjoying playtime with the Right Start kids. She was also the most photographed guest at the recent RCG, where her mom and dad generously bid for and won the beautiful diamond and sapphire necklace donated by Emperor Watch and Jewelry.
Love and weddings
October has also been filled with love and weddings. Among the unions to mention are those of stylists Rex Atienza and Jay Sarmiento in Paris, and that of young couple Bindoy Crisostomo and Patricia Ongsiako-Crisostomo.
Patricia is the eldest daughter of my Assumption classmate and best friend Jojo Ongsiako and her husband Neneto.
Tomorrow is the eagerly awaited wedding of my Tropafrica mate Malu Gamboa to her fiancé Mon Lindo. My cousin Leica Carpo Argosino flew in just for the wedding of her best friend, and went straight to fashion designer
Rajo Laurel for her gown fitting.
For my own gown, I will just grab one of the pieces of designer Rajo from his recent show, the season opener of Mega Fashion Week.
This year, Mega goes back to that zeitgeist by mounting the magazine’s first venture into fashion week, as it presents the evolution of established designers.
Apart from Rajo, the other participating designers are John Herrera, Puey Quiñones, Francis Libiran and Mark Bumgarner.
Let me end with a happy birthday wish to October celebrators: Edward V.P. Maceda, veteran actress Rio Locsin, Mon Fernandez, Beth J. Natividad, Tessie Lim, Lani Aquino, Jenny Salvador-Locsin, Rogie Arellano, Cres Macabenta, Adrian Buan, Rina Pineda, MB’s Pepito Rotallo, Robert Requintina, and Tessa Mauricio-Arriola, lifestyle/entertainment editor of Manila Times, Laguna Governor ER Ejercito, former Sen. Francisco “Kit” Tatad, “Master Showman” German Moreno, Matet de Leon, Pet Aquitania, Bon Arambulo, Editha Lim Manansala, Librada Gutierrez, Jose Francisco Kapellan Kawada, Lawrence Yap, Atty. Joe Monastrial Jr., Mrs. Lani L. Pelayo, Winnie Javillo of West Covina, California; Malou Pamaran Zamora, Angela L. Morales and Grace Lee, Supreme Court Justice Consuelo Ynares-Santiago, Korina Sanchez, Liela Benitez-Simpson, Nelia Silverio, Ida Joseph, Tita Calalang, Karina “Bing” Baylon, Corazon G. Dizon, Karen Capina, Jet Ejercito, Inger Cuenco, Nanette Edillon, Bobby Rodrigo, Melody Anne Bonoan, Josephine Woodward, Roselle Vargas, Marilou Sanchez Catalucci, Danny Velasco, Virgie McAffrey, Elvis Trocio of DSWD, Mat Ranillo III, Rose Monaghan, Rolly Quizon, Danny Velasco and Star Magic’s Maja Salvador, Mrs. Ma. Victoria Araneta Concepcion, Letty M. Talag, Elena Chiongbian Young, Lou Bonnevie, Susan Joven, Carmen Dy-Liacco, Rosario Agustin, Jiggy Cruz, Lilibeth Josue, Marivic Tengco, Cory Gayon, Dona Rosario Savillano Ablan, Sonia Domingo Sadsad, Nonoy Orlina, Losario Delmar, Bro. Eddie Villanueva, Chef Joey Carbon, Ogie Mendoza, Mex Gonzales and Queen of Jazz Annie Brazil, Ma. Victoria Jasmin of DOT, Nelly Campos, Linda Punzalan, Ira Maniquis, Eleazar Macapagal, Bing Jaleco, Jake Tordesillas, Roselle dela Umbria of PCSO PR Dept., Vanessa Valderama, Shoona Teves, Brenda Villasin, Norihide Joseph Ono, Mrs. Po Suan Velasco, Virgie V. Mariano, Engr. Abraham S. Gumatay, Anna Larruccea and former Parañaque City Mayor Joey Marquez, Arnold Gamboa, Marissa Albert, lawyer Michael Abundo, Caring Almendras, Gerry A. Sarino, Lily Maliwanag, Brigida “Veda” Somera, Mike Raleigh, Bro. Joe Corsal, Dawnie B. Roa, Kim Martillano, Dr. Nehemiah Velasco, Aida Lagarejos and entertainment columnist Allan Diones, Mercy Ong of MTO and Skides Water, Joanie Feliciano, Charito Gonzalez, Piluchi Esteban, Cristy Mendoza, Gay Abundo, Shonna C. Teves, Rosario Guidaya, Allyson Lacson Young, Lydia Reyes, Mousa Testa of TV5’s Interaksyon, Arnold Mago Medina, Nino Reyes, Jesabel Tiongco, actor Shintaro Valdes, Gizzle Dionisio, Rusty Sandiko, Philip de Vera of London, Mrs. Corazon Adolfo Calderon of Davao City, Yollie Aguila, Maliksi Morales of Star Magic, and Sarah Lahbati, Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero, columnist Neal Cruz, Keiko Gardiner, Buboy Garovillo, Ms. Yaying Dragon, Malou Maglutac, Vivian Uy, Michelle Puzon, Encarnacion “Lovely” R. Santos, Ben Nery, Jennefe Cezar, Ayze Querejero, Billy Joe Leones, Mrs. Fely Gupit, Frederick Farell, Mrs. Laura del Rosario Milo, Vic Brita, Ricky Alvaran, Anna Vitta-Lim Galagnara, New York-based Luisa Velasco-Datiles, Joanne Marie A. Henson and Nash Aguas, Kuya Daniel Razon, twins Richard and Ricardo Cepeda, Dr. Miles dela Rosa, Ed Santillan, Terry Lim, Baby Aguilar, Dianne Eugenio, Jan Carlo Tobias, Johnson Robert, Tina M. Ejercito, Wu Elsie, Pat Cabiling, Pilar Gozum, MB’s Myra Liezl Abando and Ronald Jeffrey Lim, Jason Francisco, Erlinda Romey and Bobbit Vidanes, Marissa del Mar, former beauty queen turned-actress Pilar Pilapil, Willie Rebano, Serafin Pua, Pilar Ongking, Pilar Tanjangco, Antonio Santos, Dr. Morena Canizares, Jane Go, Noel Y. Regala, Marine Engr. Erwin Soriano of Bacoor City, Cavite; Imus City Mayor Emmanuel L. Maliksi, Alex Broce, Vina Rose Medina Soriano, Pilar Mateo, Baby O. Garcia, Angelia Jade Boaquina, Jenny Ramos Mahinay, Carl John Barrameda of Star Magic and Saicy A. Aguila, and Tessie Lozano-Dunn of Wales, Tito Sy, publisher Oscar Jornacion, Letty Ruiz, Dr. Charing M. Santos, Inday Rosales, Norma Lara, Carina Dacer, Marlette Pineda, Katrina E. Panlilio, Elizabeth Hammond, Vangie Jacinto, Rene Perez, Eriel Cortez, Annette Africano, Pinky Masigla, Irma S. Gumalay, Aika entertainment writers Len Llanes and Rose Garcia, former PAGCOR Chairman Alicia Ll. Reyes, Rep. Dudot Jaworski, Joey de Leon, Richard Merk, Norma Japitana, Lexine Bondoc, Cecilia Batungbacal, Atty. Ruby Ruiz-Bruno, Agnes Payawal, Lita Alejar Faustino, Charlie Antonio, Eva Pinda, Ilonah Jean, Socorro Zarate, Alexander M. Dacanay, Doy Tobias, Charito C. Reyes, Tess E. Santos, Atty. Luz L. Suapengco, Moses Albert Ollero, Katherine Chloe S. de Castro, Erlinda L. Bautista and Brgy. Captain Ramil P. Landingin of Macalong, Asingan, Pangasinan, Henry Sy Sr., former Chief Justice Renato Corona, Paz Yuchengco, Dante Ponce, Leo Baluyot, Garry C. Villanueva, Teresa Cabigao, Tessie Isidro, Mely Munoz, and entertainment writers Ernie Pecho and Noel Asinas, Billy Formoso, Jamike Lopa, Nica Bueno of Youngstown, Cainta, Rizal; Rowell Martirez of PCSO GM’s office, Kristine Agnar, Mario Baluyot, Remy Go, Tessie Coronel of London, Mrs. Ondang Sarao Virata, Gabriel Patrick “Gabe” G. Jimenez, and MB’s SCU editor Rachel Castro Barawid, Rosa Rosal, Richard Reynoso, Sec. Sonny Alvarez, Princess Violago, Dr. Pacita Gonzalez, Eden Arias, Dr. Concordia Pascual, Cathy Babao, Fe Aurora Castro, Cynthia Sullivan (a.k.a. Zapphire), Pearlie Cabanizas, Jojo Temporal, Victor Mark M. Santos, Violeta Flores Constantino of Sun-Life of Canada, New York-based Dr. Nora Realuyo and Ernesto V. Martinez, Gerry Velasquez, Tony Gonzales, entertainment writer Emy Abuan, and GMA Network executive Jimmy Duavit, Bea Alonzo, Vina Morales, director Olive Lamasan, Dante Silverio, Alona Alegre, Christine Manalang, Maria Montelibano, Ester Barbin, Bienvenido Rodriguez, Nards Ocampo, Marie Grace Cabanizas, Jose Fombuena, Jay Carlos, Mariz C. Ricketts, Bert Nievera, Enrique “Quito” Pili, Dr. Andy Reyes, Florence Cruz, Dante E. Gerella, Laura Manio-Jacinto of PCSO PR Dept., director Maryo J. de los Reyes, Sol Caco-Landicho, Rafael Consing Lumanlan, Norma Constantino, Rene Pilande of Tacloban, Susan Cervantes, John Jacaria, Marge Rogan of ACCRA Law Office, Carlo Magdaluyo, Margot B. Torres, Nestor Ventura, Noemi Cruz Suarez, and Sam Concepcion, Shirley Halili-Cruz of the multi-awarded Halili-Cruz School of Ballet; Prof. Sonia Zaldivar-Ronda, Dr. Oscar Lopez, Ernesto Bravo, Mrs. Nellie Bengzon, Mary Anne Lizza Freking, Col. Julian Malonzo, Jacob Fernandez, Dr. Violeta Dorado, Cora Ruiz, Andrew de Real, Jordan Francoise Castillo Jr., Michael Manangan, Jona Lyn, Rodolfo Torres, Fe Y. Puzon, Jennie Ilustre, Mary Anne Gamboa, Annie de Leon, Steven U. Villareal, Reggie Sta. Maria, Rodolfo Alonzo, Ashley Aurora Cortez, Connie Han, Pam Dy, Railey Valeroso, Alfredo Fedilaga, Jr., Aloysius Joseph Villagonzalo, Angelie Gornez-Gabutan, Ayan Parame, Police Officer Edario Manatad, Dan Adrian Pilones, Dave Tolentino, Engr. Edgar Estela, Jr., Francis Ray Oplimo, Gemma Arnado Nojo, Juliet Corridor, Leandro Remedio, Loloy Ulbata, Maria Rosanna V. Cavada, Marvie Emmacen, Tagbilaran Bishop Alberto Uy, Nerissa Naveo, Orland Navarro, Randy Gabutan, Samuel Quinones, and MB’s Danilo L. Bricia, Archbishop Diosdado Talamayan of Tuguegarao, Christian Bautista, Dr. Mita Pardo de Tavera, Joyce Jimenez, Odelle & Kyle Concepcion, Peachy Gonzalez, Jinky Chua Peralta, Noel Colet, Chit Sambile, Beth T. Tioseco, Pedrito Diga, Karlo Abarquez, Roland J. Ong, Markus Danao-Schmidt, Zoren Bautista, Jojo Garzota, John Jacaria, Romulo S. Lodriquito, chairman of Mt. Balagbag Multi-purpose Cooperative, Brgy. San Isidro, City of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan and Anna Nina A. Lorbes of BPI Family España Branch, Gina Pareño, Ms. Chona Trinidad, Consul General of Kazakhstan Edward Fereira, Gloria Cabrera of New York, Dr. Raul Guanzon, Aida Sevilla Mendoza, Rudy Genaskey, Irene Cortes, Nadine Teves, Bong Pizarro, Che Serrano, Michael Raleigh, Lyn Romero, Letecia Clarino, Gunther Grupp, Mag Cruz Hatol, Raul and Mary Sharmaine Castillo, Dory Simio and Reynald Zabala from California, Emelita Olemos greetings from Ninong at Ninang Santos, Ghie Espiritu, Annie Chong, Raoul Chee Kee, Anna Teresa A. Velasco, Armand Padilla, Jeremy Orange M. Ejercito, Nicole Ofiana, Maricris Llanes Quero, Thermina Ann Akram, Rina A. Concepcion, Aaron Zach B. Patasao, Joseph Gegory M. Arriola, Oscar Maliuanag, Eric Matthew Martinez, Maureen Guese, Thara Jordana, former Presidential Adviser Gabby Claudio, Mitch Valdes, awarded director Joey Reyes, Irma Potenciano, Herbert Sy, Tessie E. Rodrigo, Charing Dulalia, Kookoo Gonzales, Celia Martinez-Flores, Ernest Tagle, Celia Cunanan, Delfin V. Cruz Jr., Joan Menguito, Marirose Sison-Garcia, Jesus Reynaldo V. Palma of California, Annaliza Velasco, Atty. Harry Roque, Vanessa Ricarte, Mandy Eduque, Gregor Christopher Uy Viscayda, Edwin Costa, twins John Lawrence and John Mark de la Cruz, Stephen Tomas Flores-Joseph, Kathy Tanjuatco, PDI’s Chelo Banal Formoso, Beth Gelema, and Pica Lozano of Star Magic…Oct. 22: Lindsay Custodio-Platon, Conchitina Veloso, Tereret Liboro, Angel Cruz, Lito Talampas, Jane Enrile, Virginia R. Velasco, Anna Liza C. de Leon, Richard Merino, Helen Ong, Kristina Antonio Macapagal, Antonio La Vina, Nadine C. Teves, Jojo Guiao, Felino “Sonny” Timbol, Mary Ann “Baby” M. Montemayor, Marissa Francisco, Karla Yturzaeta and Matt Evans, Verni Varga, Babes Tirona, Carol Jao, Marlyn Bermudez, Teody Buenaflor, Maria Belinda, Malou Matias, Lhen Estanislao, Fely Igmat, Baby Detoito, Joel David, Flores-Wenceslao, Deth Paras, Mrs. Maria Rosario, Fernandez, Lirio Covey, Boy Romero, Don Moral, Adrian Elisan, Ramon Papa, Abegail Galang, Francesca Venice Reyes, Jel Cortez, Andre Garcia, Jojo Panaligan, Freddie Wells, Juanita Velasco Palma, QC Councilor Alfred Vargas, Cesar Concio, Willie Chipeco, Lourna Pal, Yasmin Dayrit, Jun-Jun R. Ablaza, Narciso Chan, Cesar dela Fuente, Marites Meyer, Mrs. Alice Rosario, Salud Mercado, Mary Cris Borja, Camille Encinas, Emily Dacer, Susie dela Cruz, Ma. Luisa Javier, Nanet Canchela, Hanna Alegre, Rafael Relucio, Gavina Motel, Ester Cumagun, Brenda Arguelles, Fely I. Jimenez, Nickson Pacayra, Mary Anne Cabanizas, Dindo Acosta, Aileen Lorenzo, Ronnie Vivar, MB’s Rory Page, Raffy Sazon, Rosalina Munoz, Hazel Uy, Atty. Ma. Angelina G. Matibag, Arnold Trinidad, Raffy Lim, Tony Tamayo, Nadine Bonoan, Dr. Tito Torralba, Boy Villasanta, Liezl Quilala, Ariel Obera, Rafael Sazon, Gov. Jonvic Remulla, Bill Kevin del Rosario, Michael John Sibal Cojuangco, Garret Tabuzo, Erlinda “Baby” Mendiola of San Pedro, Laguna; Joseph Cruz of Pan Pacific Casino Filipino, and GMA-7’s Pia Guanio, Senators Lito Lapid and Alan Peter Cayetano, Comelec Comm. Ma. Gracia Dielo Padaca, Ms. Cristina G. Caedo, Chary S. Misa, Jackie Cayuca, Santa So, Mrs. Rosario Corrales Miranda, Rey Espiritu of Walnut, CA; Toni Acaylar, Ma. Bituin Hidalgo, Ceada Tanopo-Nato, Mario Hernando, Jojo Montemayor, Mark Talosig, writer Mario A. Hernando, actor Leandro Z Baldemor, Gilleth Sandico, "TWBA" production assistant Andy Ferrer, triplets Leonardo Frederick, Alvin Benjamin and Kevin Anthony S. de Leon, and Henry Yap-Espiritu of Campaigns PR, Viva’s big boss Vic del Rosario, Gina Nolasco, Priscilla P. Tuazon, Janet Arnaiz, Jennifer Ongkeko, Jose Bravo, Victor de Vera, Rusty Salazar, Jhervy Santiago, Delbert Santos, Gina Nolasco, Jennifer Ongkiko, Rusty Salazar, Grave Velasco, Victor de Vera, Jose Israel Bravo, Priscilla Tuazon, Delbert Santos, Jherry Santiago, Aida Espiritu, Jules Yanga, Theresa Veloso, Jason Manuel, Callyx Lavado daughter of "TWBA" set designer Randy turns 3, Carmelito Lamoso, Emy Enriquez, Jenny Deed Navarro, Glaiza Joyce Cruz, Rosanna Morales, Shanna Paula Plaza, Jennifer Tan, Dolyn Monique Cadungog, Inday Varing Nacario, Kim Grace Deldig, Dr. Cynthia Gayatin, Lilia Aimas, Tem Ponce, DTI Sec. Ramon Lopez and Rep. Joey Salceda, Bro Ryan A. America turns 34, Charo Santos Concio, Niño Muhlach, Gary Lising, Harlene Bautista, Nelly Campos, Michael Abundo, Ingrid Salas, Jojo Gatbonton, Michelle Aldana, Viel Aquino-Dee, Ronald Manila, Allure Padua, Joy Rosaroso, and Maria Teresa Cancio, Jonathan dela Cruz, Walter de Santos, Benjo Marquez, Manny Valera, Bubbles Carandang, Millie Vera, Angia Munji Laurel, Atty. Pete Principe, Melba Nergua, Christine Limpo, Alvin Tan, Winnie Boado, Fatima Dumalagan, Doreen Fernandez, De La Salle Lipa’s Grade 12 student Romina Celina Sabino Faylon, Boy Abunda, Riza Mantaring, Kaye Tinga, my ever dearest co-chair of RCG.
Enjoy the beginning of your golden year!
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