Body Shots 2014 model search launched
Fashion designers aim to discover the next great Pinoy models
Last April 21, the Fashion Designers Association of the Philippines (FDAP) held the third and final screening of Body Shots 2014, the search for new male and female Filipino models. The private event was held at Ballroom 1 of Solaire Resort and Casino.
51 female and 59 male aspirants showed off their runway walk for the final time, hoping to be among the 15 female and 15 male models who will compete in the final competition in June.
Binibining Pilipinas 2014 candidates Raquel Cabigting and Ednornance Agustin were among the models at the final screening facilitated by veteran fashion show director Cata Figueroa.
The 30 finalists were announced in the same afternoon. They are:
Female top 15
Raquel Cabigting
Ednornance Agustin
Aira Inoque
Hanah Kayle Iglesia
Elle Hollman
Maria Angelical Bernardo
Analita Viscara
Ricalyn Ponce
Arianne Jane Espero
Vina Openiano
Catherine Legaspi
Jinlyn Talocod
Charisma Tejerero
Leonalyn dela Cruz
Jessica Ann Bino
Male top 15
Archie Severino
Rommel Cardiente
Jolo Dayrit
Jerome de Castro
Arcel Yambing
Mark Christpher de Guzman
Ricardo de Jesus
Nathan Wilson
Christian Anthony Arbasto
Julien Ruppert
Jhon Mark Marcia
Juan Carlos Schubert
Clint Richard Peralta
Karanjit Singhdole
Nathana Wilson
The 14 fallbacks were also announced. These fallbacks are the “understudies” of the finalists in case any of them are unable to continue in the competition.
The fallbacks are:
Female
Chantal Roi Serafica
Ciara Mendoza
Christine Garcia
Inah Mapili
Dian Shane Mag-abo
Hilda Ronato
Claire Cubar
Male
Anthony Ona
Niko dela Cruz
Patrick Magtanong
Art Natividad
Joshua Dimaculangan
Christopher Frank Matesti
Justin Dale Bonifacio
Body Shots was first launched in 1986. Among their discoveries are Marina Benipayo, Ricardo Cepeda, Joann Bitagcol, Hayden Kho, Patty Betita, Eric Quizon, Rhea Santos and Zanjoe Marudo.
The Body Shots 2014 press presentation is scheduled for May 21. For more information, visit their website or official Facebook page.
Kai is the Lifestyle Editor of Yahoo Philippines. Follow her on Twitter for live updates — @KaiMagsanoc.