In Case You're Wondering... It's Tina Marasigan

If you guys are wondering who this (Zhang Ziyi look-alike) gorgeous girl is from Fabio Ide's feature on Manila Bulletin. No need to think hard, it's Tina Marasigan!!!

If you are a Beauty Pageant enthusiast, you might have heard her name during the latest Binibining Pilipinas Beauty Pageant, yes, she was one of the Top Finalist. What surprised me more, was when i learned that Tina also joined Ford Supermodel of the World 2009 and she was part of the Top 10 Finalist of the said international modelling contest.

Here's a feature about Tina on Manila Bulletin- Students and Campuses yesterday 05/24/2011...

MANILA, Philippines -- Who would have thought that a girl who got one foot overrun by a jeepney, one who once got bullied in school because of her looks would grow up to be a ramp model and a beauty queen?

Twenty three year-old Maria Kristina Marasigan never saw herself being a finalist in both the Binibining Pilipinas 2011 pageant and Ford Supermodel of the World (2009), much less walk the ramp swathed in glitz and glam.

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In grade school, Tina was also frequently teased by her classmates because of her geeky appearance. She would often bury her nose in school books, carrying a heavy backpack that would make her back hunched. She was also the type of girl who didn’t care about her image.

It was not until high school that she started to fix herself. In college at the University of Santo Tomas (UST), Tina’s friends convinced her into joining the school’s various beauty pageants and fashion shows.

Her whole experience of being bullied was the story that inspired her to write an essay to enter the Ford Supermodel of the World in 2009. Tina did not expect to go as far as being part of the top 10 finalists. She did not bag the plum prize but little did Tina know that it would not be the last of the surprises waiting for her.

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Photos by Jerico Montemayor
Styled by Jp Diche
Tina's Make up by Eman Deleon
Tina's Hair by Adrian Adraincem
Shot on location at Johnny Rockets 
Clothes from Penshoppe
(located at The Veranda, Robinsons Galleria)

Fabio Ide Feature on Manila Bulletin 05/24/2011

Here To Stay

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Article by Jaser Marasigan

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MANILA, Philippines -- The process of learning never stops for Brazilian-Japanese model Fabio Ide. That is basically the reason why he grabbed the opportunity to be a model, so he can travel the world, discover, and explore different cultures. And of course, there is the process of earning while having fun.

“In the beginning I was shy. I don’t know if I wanted to do this. Then when I started working and making good money from modeling, that was when I said, ok I’ll do this. When I was offered to work in Hong Kong, that’s when I realized, through modeling I can explore the world. I can learn so many different things,” relates Fabio, who was then trying to finish a Marketing degree, while doing modeling on the side.

Fabio has already graced the pages of various catalogues and magazine editorials and has walked the ramps in China, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Los Angeles, and Capetown in South Africa.

And like his fellow Brapanese models Daniel Matsunaga and Akihiro Sato, Fabio has found a new home in the Philippines.


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Not known to many, Fabio paved the way for the other Brazilian models to eke a career here in the Philippines. He was the first to land here in 2006.

Fabio is currently seen in three shows on GMA, including the late-night Saturday show Comedy Bar, a sitcom (Andres de Saya) and a talk show (Tweetbiz Insiders).

“I wasn’t expecting to be working on these shows all at the same time but I’m happy and I feel so blessed. But at the same time there’s pressure to really focus on my career and make it work.

To prove that I deserve all these breaks I’m getting. I keep on hearing people saying, ‘oh he’s just good looking.’ I want to prove to them and myself that I have the talent as well.”

“I told myself, this year is the year when I will improve myself and speak really good Tagalog. Everything is different that’s why it’s a challenge. If I’m in Brazil, with the experience that I have, maybe I would be a big star there now. But here, for you to get there, it takes awhile, and that’s the challenge. You have to study a lot to improve yourself as a model and as an actor,” explains Fabio.

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More Pictures!!!

Clothes and Accessories from Penshoppe 

Photos by Jerico Montemayor of Illuminati

Styled by Jp Diche

Fabio's Make up by Rhina Montemayor

Fabio's Hair by Adrian Adraincem

Shot on Location at Johnny Rockets (The Veranda at Robinsons Galleria)

Special Thanks to Edgar Bondoc, Mollie De Guzman, Geneva Britania, Rocel Roque, Maffy Silvala, and Jonas Gaffud, and to Manila Bulletin Students and Campuses Section

Clothes and Accessories from Penshoppe 
Tina's Make Up by Eman De Leon
Tina's Hair by Adrian Adraincem

Many thanks again Johnny Rockets for the food. They're located at The Veranda at Robinsons Galleria!!

Fabio Ide Sneak on Manila Bulletin

He's cool and friendly, really!!

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Today, Students and Campuses featured Brapanese model/host/actor Fabio Ide and I had the privilege to style for this shoot!! 

If there's one thing I like the most in styling famous models (turned actors), that is they'd wear anything you ask them to wear. That is what exactly happened with our shoot with Fabio, he was very professional, he wore every piece I chose, armed with his best accessory, his smile!

Here's a preview pic of Fabio... Tomorrow I'll post the rest of the pictures including those which didn't make the cut.