FILIPINO DESIGNER ARIELLE AGASANG MARKS 50 GLORIOUS YEAR OF EXISTENCE
By Noli A. Berioso
Photos by Edmund Ong Chua II
Pinoy designer par excellence Arielle Agasang marks a milestone in his career as an artist as he celebrates his 50th birthday last June 14 at The Plaza of Resorts World Manila in Pasay City.
The star-studded event was made possible through the support of Philippine Academy of Aesthetic and Age Management Medicine, Inc.(PAAAMI) lead by their chairperson Dr. Charlie Mendez and other sponsors (Skinnovate, Allencabs Writing Lights, Fernando’s Bakery, VJ Original Kojic Soap, Holistic Integrative Care Center). The 2 hour show showcased Agasang’s classics and new collections donned by the country’s top mannequins.
Dubbed as “Ang Alamat ng Limampu”, the event gave tribute to Filipino fashion thru a parade of elegance and masterpiece in a grand fashion that is distinctively Agasang trademark.
The tribute has 3 categories (Ang Alamat Ng Masikap, Ang Alamat Ng Sining at ang Alamat ni Malakas at Maganda). Each segments featured personalities who excelled in their chosen field of expertise. The birthday presentation symbolize years of Arielle’s dedication and hard work in his chosen craft, fashion designing.
The event was participated by well known actors, politicians, professionals namely reel and real life couple Tonton Gutirrez and Glydel mercado, actor Rafael Rossel, singer Madela, Mutya Ng Pilipinas president Hemilyn Escudero-Tamayo, Mrs. Philippines Globe Dra. Fritzie Lexdy Noche, Bb. Pilipinas runner0up Elli Nacuspag, Miss Saigon alumni Ima Castro, WCOPA champion the 5th Element, former Vice- Mayor of Manila Iskho Moreno and many others.