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Professional Models Association of the Philippines

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PMAP 35th Anniversary: #PMAPnow

For 35 years, PMAP has been the home of the Philippines top models and beauty queens. And in 2022, the association is as strong as it has ever been, with an upsurge of Filipino models finding sustained success on the global stage and the welcoming of a more diverse cast of models into the group as we introduce #PMAPnow. #PMAPnow is the association’s answer to the evolution of the fashion industry, where we aim to encourage and guide a new range of “unconventional” models from all walks of life. No longer are we limiting ourselves to the standard runway fashion models but #PMAPnow includes plus size, athletes, influencers and models of all genders. We aim to continue our mission of uplifting, protecting and professionalizing this next generation of fashion models in the Philippines just as we did since our founding back in 1987.

The launching of #PMAPnow is timely as PMAP is celebrating its 35th anniversary. On November 22, 2022, PMAP organized the 35th anniversary ball held at Hilton Manila hosted by Joey Mead. The ball introduced the new PMAP Board, headed by President Margarita Gutierrez, showcasing the designs of fashion designer, Mark Bvmgarner. All former female presidents walked the runway as a tribute to them starting with the first female president, Tweetie de Leon, and ending with outgoing President Ana Sideco. Apples Aberin, Rissa Mananquil and Phoemela Baranda, all former PMAP presidents, also walked the runway.

The night was truly a success and promises of a great beginning for the new generation of PMAP models.

Special thanks to our sponsors:

Meta Capital Properties
Hilton Manila
Tessera Jewelry
Solid Wine Marketing
MEGA Magazine
Culture Salon Manila
MUD Studio Manila

Video by Raymond Cabalhin
Makeup by MUD Studio
Hair by Culture Salon Manila
Video by LULUX by LULA Films
Video by Metro Events

Icon Living Halloween Party

For the second PMAP Halloween party, we brought life to different icons around the world. The party was held on October 26, 2019 at Studio 8 in Uptown Mall, BGC. It was attended by various models and industry friends of the association, namely Tim Yap, Myrza Sison, Robby Carmona, Jasmine Maierhofer, and Ito Curata. The night was filled with games, raffles, and prizes. The event was hosted by PMAP models Lucia Alcantara and Gerry Go. PMAP model Rachel Miranda won the best in costume emulating fashion icon Emily Ratajkowski.

Special thanks to our sponsors:
Cointreau
Remy Martin
Studio 8
Jergens
Biore
Bric’s
Hilton Manila

Credits:
Photo by Karlo Torio
Video by Omar Villanueva

PMAP Team Building at Camp N Nuvali

PMAP held a team building at Camp N Nuvali. The models were divided into four groups. It was one of the most memorable team buildings PMAP ever conducted. The models were subjected to various challenges and activities, such as, rapelling, wall climbing, free fall, archery, and zip line to name a few. It was also raining hard which added more difficulty to the challenges. At the end of the games, it was the red team that won and took 1st place.

Photos by MR Villar

Fitness Month: PMAP X UFC Gym

For the next PMAP fitness month activity. PMAP partnered with UFC Gym. The models were taught by our very own PMAP model, Mauro Lumba, who has years of experience in mixed martial arts and is also a UFC Gym coach. Members learned how to do warm-ups, stretching, and core exercises, the UFC way. The models also learned the proper kickboxing stance, and simple Muay Thai techniques. It was a fun learning experience for everyone.

Special thanks to RAW Natural Juice Bar for providing us with natural, fresh, and healthy cold-pressed juice.