EVENTS | Binibining Pilipinas 2024 - Results and Memes

The 60th edition of Binibining Pilipinas has just aired, and it was a spectacular event, especially with the gathering of past titleholders. The Philippines has a deep-rooted passion for pageantry, making this reunion a significant occasion. However, beyond the winners of this edition, the show was peppered with memorable and meme-worthy gaffes that added to the entertainment value. This is what makes watching Binibining Pilipinas so enjoyable. From the unexpected revelation of 500 peso worth of prizes to the notorious remarks of judge Gloria Diaz, let's take a recap of these highlights that made this year's event unforgettable.

PAGEANT | Miss Philippines National Costume in Miss Universe 2020 (69th Edition)

Pretty, But Forgettable

Much has been said about the National Costume of Miss Philippines, Rabiya Mateo. even prompting Rabiya to go live in one of her social media accounts to apologize for supposedly not living up to fans' expectations on her costume. While previous Philippine title holders like Pia Wurtzbach and Catriona Gray defended Rabiya from the negative feedbacks.

Verdict: It has been an anonymous observation that the national costume, albeit a huge improvement from previous designs spanning 2010 (Barazza era) down to present - still lacked character and X-factor. In other words, the costume is a Victoria Secret material at best but remains forgettable. Years from now, pageant fans will look back and ask, what did Rabiya wear again for National Costume?

It's not the head piece. It's the costume itself. You look at the lackluster feathers (the most common material in the history of pageants) and you easily get tired. Before you know it, you start asking - that's it? As if we are waiting for some grand gimmick to suddenly appear from somewhere.

PAGEANT | Miss Universe, The 69th Edition - Florida, USA

 

Miss Universe 69th Edition

The Miss Universe 69th edition is happening this May 16th (May 17th in the Philippines) and early as now, pageant fans are now starting to predict the results of the competition. Representing the Philippines is Rabiya Mateo, a half Pinay/half Indian from Iloilo. So far, she has been showing lots of potential and she is working hard to win the crown. If we are being honest, this year remain to be an undecided edition as many candidates seem to be strong contenders for the crown.

LIFESTYLE | Ariella Arida's Good Angles

Ariella Arida's Good Angles

In retrospect, Ariella has good photo angles which are simply fitting for a Miss Universe. I just felt that the MU photographer has deliberately sabotaged her photos and made her look so manly. 

LIFESTYLE | Remarkable Beauties

Remarkable Beauties

2011 is about to end. We are down to the last two months and sadly, I have not been that active updating my blog entries. Honestly, there are already so many things that have happened in my life for the last seven months but I just can't find enough inspiration to put all them in a logical written form.

LIFESTYLE | Venus Raj (2010) : The Cat Walk

Venus Raj (2010) : The Cat Walk

If for anything, I think Venus' amazing catwalk catapulted her to the top 5, and although some people might argue that she is not that pretty to deserve the crown- well let me remind you that all candidates in the pageant have been sent by their countries to represent them and to insult the candidate is to insult the country so better keep to your self degrading remarks.

LIFESTYLE | Miriam Quiambao (1999) Revisited

Miriam Quiambao (1999) Revisited

This is my last post for tonight. I couldn't get this one thing out of mind after watching the video from youtube this morning. Here is the video,