Last Saturday was the 10th anniversary of the Philippine Tatler. Tom and I were honored to be invited to one of Manila’s most fabulous events.
Every year the Philippine Tatler organizes this formal affair all in the name of charity. This year’s beneficiary was Habitat for Humanity.
Congrats Philippine Tatler!
A day before the event, Tom told me that he was still too sick to attend the ball. *Insert my panic face here*
Tom: “Hun, I don’t think I can go with you to the ball tomorrow.”
Me: “Drink Berocca!” (Yes, Berocca is my answer to all sicknesses.)
Tom: “Seriously, you better inform Anton.”
Me: “Huuuuun! I need a human crutch! My shoes are high! Oh yeah, who am I going to have fun with?”(Chozera!)
Tom: “Bring Aryanna.”
Aryanna: “I don’t have a gown.”
*Insert stressed face here*
I informed Anton about my dilemma and he was kind enough to invite my daughter in place of Tom. Thanks Anton!
The only problem was to get a gown and accessories for my daughter. I am very lucky to be working in the fashion industry and having designer friends. Don’t hate me.
SO, how do “Cinderella’s” prepare for the ball?
Ever since designer Jun Escario saved me from my fashion dilemma two years ago (read my previous blog on the 8th Tatler Ball and the 9th Tatler Ball), I’ve been going to him for my formal wear needs. I am grateful that he also became Aryanna’s fashion godmother for this ball! Thank you Jun-Jun!!! We love you!
Thanks also to Hilki, Faye, and Anna for helping us out!
Aryanna choosing a gown for her first formal event.
Aryanna is only 15 years old so an age-appropriate gown and shoes are musts! She brought her own oxford high heels to Jun’s atelier. Good thinking sweetheart!
Luckily, Vero by Gladys Young is also in Jun Escario’s atelier, so we were able to borrow accessories.
She chose this simple Vero bronze choker as her accessories. Beautiful!!!
Aryanna chose a beautiful Jun Escario gown and it fit her like a glove! Model size! Ah, the youth! LOL
Visit Jun Escario at the 2nd level of Greenbelt 5
We went next door to choose bags from my long time friend and bag designer, Amina Aranaz-Alunan. I love Aranaz bags because not only that they are made in the Philippines, the designs are modern, fun, and well-made.
Special thanks to Amina’s mom, Tita Becky, who was luckily in the shop, helped us choose our bags! We love you both!
Bag heaven at Aranaz!
Aranaz bags
Thank you also Monica Figueroa for the silver sky-high shoes!
I love the pleats detail and turquoise sole!
Before we head to the ball, the “Cinderella’s” need to do some domestic work (read: grocery).
Real life
Last minute primping = Home service
Aryanna and I chose matching nail polish. We used Essie “Wicked” (in honour of Cinderella’s wicked stepmother, haha).
I booked make-up artist Fennie Tan to do my hair and makeup. She also helped Aryanna fix her hair! Thanks Fenn!!!
Aryanna: “I can get used to this!”
This was the first time my daughter attended a formal event. I wanted it to be special for her and we were both excited!
Life is filled with surprises; ours that day was having fairy godmothers bestow beautiful clothes and accessories on us! We are grateful!
More of the 10th Tatler Ball soon! Tune in for part 2!
Jun Escario 2nd level Greenbelt 5, Makati City
Vero by Gladys Young available at Jun Escario’s atelier, Greenbelt 5
Aranaz 2nd level Greenbelt 5, Makati City
Makeup artist, Fennie Tan +639178900818
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