Alta Moda Ferrales: Friends Hosted Tribute Fashion Show of Ferrales' Timeless Classics

Last January 31, I was invited to Alta Moda Ferrales.  It is a grand fashion show of Ben Ferrales' Timeless Classics staged by his friends at the Rizal Ballroom of the Makati Shangrila Hotel

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The grand fashions how led by Dr. Milagros Ong-How, a business woman and agriculture advocate featured 70 to 90 of the works of Ben Ferrales.  

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It was opened by the performance of the Angeles University Foundation Choir and Dance Troupe.  Then, it featured a short biography of Ben Ferrales' and his more than 50 years of discipline and dedication to the Philippine fashion scene.  

alta moda ferrales fashion show
The fashion show was divided into three parts.  It featured the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra led by conductor Oliver Ochanine.

alta moda ferrales fashion show
There first part "Pais Tropicale" highlights Island-Living fashion.  There were resort collections from swimsuits to lounge wear as well as cocktail outfits inspired by tropical island moods.
  
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alta moda ferrales fashion show

alta moda ferrales fashion show
The Moda Maynila part showed exquisite yet simple draped gowns printed with fluid lines.  It was famous for being chic, contemporary and cosmopolitan-styled fashion.


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alta moda ferrales fashion show



alta moda ferrales fashion show


alta moda ferrales fashion show
The last part is the Farrales Filipiniana that consists of Muslim-inspired gowns, traditional ternos and Maria Claras. 


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The show ended with two wedding dresses as a finale


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Around 30 models and beauty queens like Justine Gabionza, April Love Jordan, Maricarl Tolosa, Jennifer Barrientos, Stephanie Malibiran, Aya Abesamis, JP Abinuman Cox, Patty Bettita, Gem Padilla, Sara Jane Paez, Izza Gonzalez, Marina Benipayo, Annette Coronel,  Suyen Chi and Dez Verdadero


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Proceeds of the show was donated to "Mang Ben's" foundation, the Congregacion Del Santisimo Nombre Del Niño Jesus.  

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It was a night of great food, beautifully dressed distinguished guests who are friends and family of friends of Ben Ferrales.   I was so touched especially when I saw Mang Ben in tears.  I also met a lot of great people.  Could you believe that I was in the same table as Mr. Edgar Allan of Edgar Allan Boutique found in Glorietta 1 level 3?  He was so nice to initiate a conversation to this shy lady too. ;)

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