Miss Universe Philippines to Release World's First Beauty Pageant NFTs

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NFTs Gaining Ground with Big-Name Supporters

Manila, Philippines (September 20, 2021) — RedFOX Labs, prolific Southeast Asian venture builder, has joined forces with Miss Universe Philippines in making history as the world's first-ever beauty pageant to drop an NFT collection.

The Miss Universe-Philippines NFT collection will be released on September 24, 2021 and will be available for purchase using the RFOX token via MetaMask or Uniswap. 

NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, are digital assets that can represent a wide variety of real-world concepts such as ownership over one-of-a-kind art, videos, in-game items, and other collectibles.

By partnering with Miss Universe-Philippines, RedFOX Labs has made it possible for fans to own unique digital collectibles of their favorite candidates in the form of NFT cards, which showcase the top 30 beauty queens in their glory.

These prized collector’s items have a limited supply of 9,900 units in total, which consists of 4 unique NFTs for each of the top 30 candidates that come in various degrees of rarity including Common (6000 units), Uncommon (2700 units), Rare (900 units), and Mythic (300 units.). These NFT cards can be stored, traded, and sold just like physical assets, which allows owners to earn from their proceeds.

In the world of emerging technology and digital assets, this is bringing the future of the digital economy closer to every Filipino in an accessible and relatable way.

This is also a welcome addition to the growing global adoption of NFTs, which, in recent times, have been dominated by celebrities and household names minting their own non-fungible tokens.

In just a span of a few short months, NFTs went from being the stuff of sci-fi dreams to having real people making, selling, and buying them at eye-watering amounts. 

During an auction in March, Christie's sold Beeple's digital artwork "Everydays - The First 5000 Days" for $69.3 million - putting the spotlight on what NFTs can do for both creators and collectors.

Several notable names have also jumped in on the NFT craze by creating and releasing their own NFT collections. Aside from empowering creators to earn staggering amounts from the proceeds of their sales, NFTs have also paved another way for people to easily raise funds for charities and other advocacies. 

Paris Hilton, the original queen and trendsetter of selfies and Y2K bling, is always ahead of the game and has been one of the first artists to embrace NFTs and their potential. Praising NFTs for democratizing art, Hilton's first foray started last year when she auctioned a digital painting of her cat for $17,000 and donated the proceeds to charity.

Another pop culture icon who is no stranger to the NFT space is "Mean Girls" star Lindsay Lohan, who minted and auctioned her first-ever NFT called "Lindsay Lightning Lohan" for $50,000 and donated the proceeds to charities that accept Bitcoin.

Popular talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has made her mark in the space by auctioning her first NFT, consisting of her own explanation of the asset on her show and an actual drawing of a cat she made. The collection netted DeGeneres $33,495, which she donated to food-relief organization World Central Kitchen.

As one of the world's most iconic rappers and enduring artists of his time, Snoop Dogg's story has the perfect mix of grit and talent to make for an NFT worth collecting. And this he did with his NFT collection called "A Journey with the Dogg", which he auctioned off. Parts of the proceeds were donated to emerging youth artists and Snoop's Youth Football League.

Lastly, if there’s one thing that Miss Philippines shares with legendary boxer and Philippine politician Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, there’s no need to look further than NFTs. 

The incumbent senator has recently released his own NFT collection, with artist Rikognition explaining that the piece is inspired by Pacquiao's career, where “a moment in time can feel both fleeting yet lasting an eternity."

As support for NFTs grows exponentially over the last few months and big names like Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan, and Manny Pacquiao put the spotlight on its potential, Redfox’s partnership with Miss Universe Philippines is just the start in paving the way for people, regardless of background, to experience firsthand what NFTs can do for them.

How to Buy RFOX on MetaMask

1. Sign up for a crypto wallet that supports accessible cash-in channels in the Philippines like PDAX, Coins.PH, or Binance.
2. Add funds to your crypto wallet and buy ETH.
3. Send the ETH you bought to your MetaMask wallet. 
4. Once on MetaMask, add RFOX to your list of tokens (add tokens > custom tokens > token address + token symbol + token of precision)
5. Swap your ETH for RFOX.

How to Buy RFOX on Uniswap

1. Sign up for a crypto wallet that supports accessible cash-in channels in the Philippines like PDAX, Coins.PH, or Binance.
2. Add funds to your crypto wallet and buy ETH.
3. Send the ETH you bought to your MetaMask wallet. 
4. Launch the Uniswap app and connect your Metamask wallet. 
5. Under the Swap function, add RFOX as the token you’d like to get.
6. Enter the amount of ETH you will spend or the amount of RFOX tokens you need to buy. Make sure that you have sufficient ETH balance to complete the deal. 
7. Click Swap. A preview of the transaction will appear in a pop-up window from your MetaMask wallet.
8. Confirm the transaction in the MetaMask wallet. You will receive your RFOX tokens.

About RedFOX Labs

RedFOX Labs is a venture builder based in Vietnam that identifies and builds successful business models for the Southeast Asian (SEA) markets. 

The company is focused on unlocking the true market value of the Southeast Asian digital economy for high consumer demand services such as e-commerce, e-media, e-travel, and e-sports/gaming. 

RedFOX is committed to adding value to the digital economy by building add-ons using blockchain technology, with its native token, RFOX, tradeable on the Ethereum platform.

Miss Universe Philippines to Unveil the World's First-Ever Beauty Pageant NFT Collection

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Manila, Philippines — The Miss Universe Philippines 2021 is making its mark as the latest brand and the first beauty pageant in the world to ride the NFT wave. The global beauty pageant has teamed up with RedFOX Labs, a Southeast Asian blockchain venture builder, to launch the Miss Universe Philippines NFT collection. 

Available on September 24, 2021 on our NFT Platform, it provides an exciting opportunity for adoring fans to buy NFT collectibles of their favorite beauty queens. But this isn't the first time a famous brand has entered the NFT space.

In fact, many luxury premium brands such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Burberry are turning to NFTs to promote their lines. The fashion industry has been looking for ways to capitalize on the buzz surrounding NFTs. Louis Vuitton and several other fashion brands have launched their own NFTs. 

For example, Gucci released its first official NFT in a short fashion film inspired by Aria's collection. It is to celebrate Gucci's 100th anniversary and the upcoming collaboration with Balenciaga. 

Burberry also collaborated with Mythical Games on an in-game clothing NFT collection by featuring a limited-edition Blanko toy called "Sharky B." It is the first luxury brand to appear in the multiplayer party game Blankos Block Party. 

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Separately, Louis Vuitton initiated a mobile game where players can collect 30 free NFTs as they follow the brand's mascot Vivienne to Paris for a birthday celebration. 10 NFTs were created in a partnership with Beeple, a digital artist whose digital collage sold for USD69.3 million. Moreover, the NFTs in the game are collectibles that cannot be sold. 

Overpriced's black hoodie is also part of the growing NFT one-of-a-kind asset trend. The black hoodie from Overpriced, embroidered with an expletive-laden logo in neon green graffiti font, was sold on the digital art marketplace, Blockparty, to an anonymous bidder who can now "wear" the garment in virtual settings online by scanning a code. 

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Another implementation of NFTs in the fashion world is collaborating with top-selling NFT artists. The famous sneaker brand RTFKT collaborated with FEWOCiOUS, one of the rising young stars in the crypto universe. They created a series of three sneakers that were accompanied by digital merchandise. More than 600 pairs were sold, with the sneakers alone accounting for USD3.1 million in sales. Winners may receive a physical copy of their sneakers, but the real value came from their limited-edition digital iterations. 

The speculative market for one-of-a-kind NFTs has been booming. Blockchain NFTs are making inroads into high-fashion and premium lifestyle brands to reach new audiences, connect with customers, and grow their businesses. 

Many luxury brands are taking on NFTs to create experiences for their consumers, similar to the Miss Universe Philippines NFT collection. With that said, the one-of-a-kind Miss Universe Philippines NFT collection honors the beauty pageant's essence of empowerment and grace. This coincides with other premium luxury brands that seek to renew that essence and connect directly with the fanbase.

With this partnership between RedFox Labs and Miss Universe Philippines, we are able to unlock genuine value for the fanbase to interact with the brand in an environment that celebrates beauty, art, and empowerment. Miss Universe Philippines 2021 NFTs are available to purchase with RFOX tokens. They can be bought on Uniswap and MetaMask.

How to purchase RFOX Tokens on MetaMask 

1. Set up a MetaMask wallet account. 
2. Buy ETH into your wallet you will spend or the amount of RFOX tokens you need to buy. Make sure that you have sufficient ETH balance to complete the deal.  
3. Add RFOX token by clicking the 'ADD TOKENS' bottom. 
4. Click Custom Token and add the Token Address that can be found on our website: www.redfoxlabs.io. 
5. Input the Token Symbol and Token of Precision. 
6. Swap your ETH for RFOX. A transaction’s preview will appear in a pop-up window from your MetaMask wallet. 
7. Confirm the transaction in the MetaMask wallet. You will receive your RFOX tokens.

How to purchase RFOX on Uniswap 

1. Create a crypto wallet that lets you trade in the Philippines like PDAX, Coins.PH, or Binance. 
2. Purchase ETH for your crypto wallet you will spend or the amount of RFOX tokens you need to buy. Make sure that you have sufficient ETH balance to complete the deal.  
3. Visit our website: https://missuniverseph.redfoxlabs.io/ and click 'BUY RFOX'. It will take you to the Uniswap app.
4. Connect your MetaMask wallet.
5. Swap your ETH for RFOX. A transaction’s preview will appear in a pop-up window from your MetaMask wallet.
6. Confirm the transaction in the MetaMask wallet. You will receive your RFOX tokens.

About RedFOX Labs

RedFOX Labs is a Vietnam-based venture builder that identifies and builds successful business models for Southeast Asian markets. It focuses on unlocking the true market value of the Southeast Asian digital economy for high consumer demand services like e-commerce, e-media, e-travel, and esports/gaming, as well as adding value to the digital economy through the use of emerging technologies like blockchain. Its value as a company is tradable via its native token.

Mrs. Muntinlupa Joanna Marie Razon for Mrs. Universe Philippines 2021

Mrs. Universe Philippines - Muntinlupa City 2021 Joanna Marie Razon

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“INSPIRATIONAL AND ASPIRATIONAL QUEEN”

“I am a person of vision. Full of hopes and dreams. I go beyond my limitations and I am not afraid to try new things. By going out of my comfort zone, I gained a lot of lessons and experiences that made me a better person that I am today. God is the source of everything. He is my ultimate inspiration, strength and guidance,” said Joanna Marie Razon.

Joanna is a proud social entrepreneurship advocate. She believes that this is truly essential in the Philippines, especially to the given economic crisis we are all going through nationwide. She finds it as one of the key solutions to pick up ourselves from financial instability that has brought by pandemic.

For more than 10 years ago, Razon has started her advocacy and has already inspired a huge number of individuals as of today. She has lived her mission to transform an ordinary individual by bringing out its potential of becoming an exemplary social entrepreneur. She believes that everyone has a sense of business leadership, it only needs to be awaken and nourished - and this is what she does. She has been taking the initiative to empower the community of social entrepreneurs.

Apparently, a leader is someone who takes a lead and lives by example. JM has been more than a hundred percent committed to empower our community of social entrepreneurs. She tirelessly works for every opportunity she finds to change people’s lives by leading them to achieve their dreams and conquer their limitations that they never thought of.

As a proof of her persistence, she has been appointed as of the Generals of Team Advocate Change Club and joined The Maharlikang Pilipino Movement or also known as MAHARLIKA. These groups have been very helpful and instrumental to Joanna as she leads the former while she learns from the mentorship of the latter. Indeed, these are the essential qualities of a magnificent leader - someone who empowers her team and someone who listens to the need of her team.

Joanna Marie Razon of Muntinlupa City poses for photos during the recently concluded Mrs. Universe Philippines 2021 press presentation and advocacy forum.

JM finds balance between her corporate responsibilities and her family. She is a hands-on mother to her 2 growing daughters. She works like an ant during the day, but she becomes a full time at night as she also plays and spends quality time with her family when she’s at home. More so, she also attends to her daughters’ schools’ involvements. For some reason, the flexibility in social entrepreneurship is one the benefits she enjoys from it because it gives her enormous confidence and power that it could not compromise her quality time with her children.

On her journey in Mrs Universe Philippines 2021, JM upholds all this aspirations, hopes and dreams not for herself alone but extendedly to all individuals who need help and empowerment particularly on social entrepreneurship. She dreams not only to inspire but to reach out for the dream and will make it happen. 

This is the story of an aspiring queen - inspirational and aspirational! Joanna Marie Razon, Mrs Universe Philippines 2021, from Muntinlupa City!

Mrs. Universe Philippines 2021 pageant

Eighteen empowered Filipina will be competing at the inaugural Mrs. Universe Philippines pageant. The coronation night will be held on October 7 at Okada Manila.

Three titles will be given - Mrs. Universe Philippines, Mrs. Pacific Continental and Mrs. North Pacific Asia. The winners will represent the country in Mrs. Universe 2021 pageant in South Korea in November.

'Should a transgender woman be allowed to join beauty pageants?' Kisses Delavin responds

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In the Part 3 of Boy Abunda's online talk show called 'The Purple Chair Interview', Miss Universe Philippines 2021 candidate Kisses Delavin has proved that she is ready to nail the preliminary Q&A round.

She was asked a series of questions to test her wit and intelligence comes pageant proper.

Should a transgender woman be allowed to join beauty pageants? She responded with ease, "If that transwoman would be able to to celebrate herself the most if she joins the Miss Universe pageant, go for it because women are multidimensional. And, if you are a transwoman and you want to win Miss Universe, put your heart into it, you will make a change."

The former PBB housemate also answered the controversial question from Bb. Pilipinas 2021- 'When is it okay to not be okay and when is it not okay to be not okay?'

"It's okay to be not okay when you need time to heal. But it's not okay to continue to be not okay when some people can benefit from you fighting to go into the deep and try to be okay no matter how hard it is so that other people, you can help other people to be okay," Delavin said.

Would you rather be influential or powerful?

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"I think I would rather be influential because when you speak to someone and you're influential, you're able to make this person rise up. Most specially now in this COVID pandemic. If there is an anti-vaxxer, there is so much power if you're influential because this person will be able to be swayed into the right direction if you know how to say the right words."

On why she deserved the crown, she said, "I think I deserve the crown because I have been preparing for this my whole life. The world has prepared me for this."

"The experiences that have been given to me, the love...because I am able to give as much, so much love because I have first received that love from my mom, from my dad."

You can watch the full interview here:

Delavin is one of the 27 official candidates competing in Miss Universe Philippines 2021 pageant. The coronation night will be on September 25.

The winner will represent the country in the 70th edition of Miss Universe pageant in Israel in December.

The reigning Miss Universe Philippines is Rabiya Mateo of Iloilo City.

 

ICYMI: Former Miss USA Olivia Jordan gives birth to baby girl

First time parents Miss USA 2015 Olivia Jordan and British actor Jay Hector have received their greatest blessing yet.

Hector announced that the former beauty queen has given birth to a baby girl named Lola May Hector by posting on Instagram yesterday, September 16. He was seen holding the baby.

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"Booked the biggest recurring role of my life as “Daddy”. We welcomed Little Lola May Hector into the world on Monday; 09.13.2021, the exact date I met Olivia 5 years prior," Hector wrote in Instagram. 

"@theoliviajordan chose to give a natural birth & I have never quite witnessed anything so powerful/organic in all my life. It was the most humbling experience I have had to date. Both Mommy O and Baby are recovering and in great health. The little nugget was 8lbs 8oz and born 21.75 inches long at 6:51pm. #proud #father #baby #newlife," he added.

Olivia Jordan couldn't contain her excitement too. She wrote on Instagram, "Our little bundle of joy made her way into the world September 13th, 2021. The date felt significant as her mommy and daddy serendipitously met on that same day, 5 years ago.🍃."

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"Excited to introduce you to Lola May Hector.💕 8 lb 8 oz, 21.75 inches of pure heaven.🙏🏼," she added.

Olivia and Jay tied the knot in November 2019. 

Olivia rose to fame specially to Filipino pageant fans when she competed in Miss Universe 2015 in Las Vegas along with Pia Wurztbach. She was second runner-up.

She even attended the coronation night and served as judge in Bb. Pilipinas 2016 pageant.

Miss Earth 2021 kicks off virtual pageant on September 20

Miss Earth 2020 Lindsey Coffey

It's official and no further confirmation is needed. Miss Earth 2021 pageant is going to be virtual, the second year for Carousel Productions.

Miss Earth posted on social media its 'Getting to Know You' series featuring some of this year's delegates. 

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For the first episode, Miss Earth Water-2020 and Philippine pride Roxie Baeyens will interview the eco-warriors from Bulgaria (Yuliia Pavlikova), Cuba (Cynthia Linnet Lau), Malaysia (Nisha Thayananthan) and Portugal (Gabriella Rodriguez) on September 20, 8PM Philippine time. It will be live streamed via Facebook and Youtube.

According to leaked communication sent to all National Directors, Carousel Productions announced that the pageant will push through online.

"In keeping with our environment cause, the management had decided to go for another virtual pageant this year. With the ongoing progression of the virus, we do not think that it will ease down any time soon and as we mentioned before, it will not stop us from moving forward with our campaign," wrote Carousel Productions.

The organizer of the pageant added that they will prioritize the safety of delegates and the staff.

“The safety of the delegates, the production staff, and the public is still paramount for the organization, and will not, in any way, put anyone involved with the event at risk."

According to Miss Earth's official Instagram bio, the virtual finals is on November 21.

Screen grab: Miss Earth Instagram bio.

The reigning Miss Earth is Lindsey Marie Coffey of USA.

The Philippines will be represented by Naelah Alshorbaji of Parañaque City.

Miss Globe 2021: Voting is now officially open

Deliart Association, organizer of The Miss Globe beauty pageant has opened the fan vote for its 2021 edition.

One vote costs $1 excluding PayPal charges. Winner of fan vote will automatically enter the semifinal round.

The Miss Globe 2021 pageant will take place from October 20 to November 6. Final show will be on November 5 in Opera Theater in Tirana, Albania.

The Philippines will represented by Maureen Montagne, Bb. Pilipinas-Globe 2021.

She wrote on Instagram, "Online voting for @themissglobe is now live! Please visit the official website and click on the front page font to find our voting page 🤗."

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To vote for Maureen, you can click here and scroll to her voting page.

Voting page of Maureen Montagne

As of writing, Russia has topped the fan vote followed by Germany, Canada, Philippines and Malaysia.

The reigning Miss Globe is Lorinda Kolgeci of Kosovo.

Maureen Montagne, Samantha Panlilio reveal MUPH 2021 favorites

Maureen Montagne and Samantha Panlilio

Bb. Pilipinas Globe 2021 Maureen Montagne and Bb. Pilipinas Grand International 2021 Samantha Panlilio have revealed their favorites in the ongoing Miss Universe Philippines 2021 pageant.

Speaking to their fans through Instagram live on Wednesday, September 15, two of the Bb. Pilipinas 2021 queens have spoken who would likely win the title.

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Revealing her top three, Montagne said, "Honestly I love all the girls. They all so deserving and hardworking but honestly the girl to beat for me is Steffi. That video, where was it, SLEX? It was, ang ganda! Oh my God. Woooh! Iconic! Steffi is my number one."

"My friend Maureen, Maureen Wroblewitz is number two. Beautiful, sweetheart, so kind. And then my number three, I find her so charming. This girl for me came out of nowhere. And I'm so obsessed but Miss Manila, her name is Jasmine. Face of the pageant for me. Every time I see her speaking, she's so mesmerizing. I think she could be a supermodel internationally. She's so stunning. I'm a fan. I should join her fans club," Montagne said during the Instagram live.

Top 3 favorites of Maureen Montagne (in order): Steffi Rose Aberasturi (Cebu Province), Maureen  Wroblewitz (Pangasinan) and Jasmine Umali (Manila).

Samantha agreed to what Maureen said but she has different set of favorites.

"For me, I think my top one is definitely Katrina Dimaranan. It was so fun too when I was in the US, I did a shoot and some of her team was there. I don't know she just gives me positive vibe. Every time she comes on any social media platform, she just like present you know. Everything she says has so much substance which I think is so important not just for Miss Universe Philippines but for any pageant. You have to be able to speak your mind really. So definitely Katrina," said Samantha Panlilio.

"Second for me would be Steffi because that runway walk was like on another level. My third one of course I would have to support Cavite, VVV right? Rooting for her," Panlilio added.

Top 3 favorites of Samantha Panlilio (in order): Katrina Dimaranan (Taguig), Steffi Rose Aberasturi (Cebu Province) and Victoria Velasquez Vincent (Cavite).

Also included in their top picks are Beatrice Luigi Gomez of Cebu City, Princess Khrista Singh of Pasig and Leren Bautista of Laguna.

As Bb. Pilipinas Globe 2019, Leren crowned Maureen Montagne as Bb. Pilipinas Globe 2021 during the grand coronation night last July. 

"Leren for me has the best in styling because it's so feminine and expensive looking. It's just class which I really really love. Leren is definitely a frontrunner," Montagne said.

Leren Bautista of Laguna.

"She also has this very regal look. You know like even my coronation hair, it was inspired by Leren," Panlilio said.

Maureen and Samantha have been busy preparing for their respective international pageants.

Maureen will represent the country in Miss Globe 2021 pageant from October 20 to November 6. Final show will be on November 5 in Opera Theater in Tirana, Albania.

Meanwhile, Samantha will compete in Miss Grand International 2021 pageant that will take place on December 4th in Phuket, Thailand.

Kisses Delavin wows netizens with killer abs! Here's how you can achieve it

Pageant fans are shocked and amazed with the body transformation of Kisses Delavin, a Miss Universe Philippines 2021 candidate. She is representing Masbate.

RedFOX uploaded on Wednesday the video of Delavin promoting their company as one of the sponsors of Miss Universe Philippines 2021 pageant.

The video also posted in various pageant pages has garnered positive reviews and comments praising the former PBB housemate.

They can't get enough of her abs. What a transformation indeed.

"...yung abs ma 🔥😍❤️," a netizen wrote.

"Putok na putok ung abs ni Ms. DELAVIN 🔥🙌❤️."

"That obliques! Omggg 😳."

"Do you see that abs kisses is not joking😍."

Another netizen also praises Kisses' determination.

"Kaloka! Hindi ako fan ni Kisses pero the transformation is..... pinaghandaan niya talaga. Wow🙌👏😮."

Aces & Queens mentor Gerry Diaz posted on Facebook last month that Kisses lost nearly four kilos in three weeks.

"Kisses proudly shared she has lost nearly 9 pounds (4.1 kilos) over 3 weeks. I called Kisses and commended her for her slim body. Then I asked Kisses how her fitness training was going. And I was happy to hear that she already lost 9 pounds (4.1 kilos) in 3 weeks," Diaz wrote on Facebook.

Entertainment News Portal has contacted Aces & Queens fitness coach, John Cuay, on how Kisses achieved that well-defined abs.

Cuay shared that it's a combination of workout and diet.

"She does three times a week, two hours per session of functional and postural core training, HIIT core, core flow for open and kinetic chain transition, core isometric poses, flexibility and joint mobility training," Cuay said to Entertainment News Portal through private message.

"Her diet is under the supervision of the Head dietitian of Golds Gym, Maria Cristina Marasigan," he added.

There you go guys. To achieve that body really requires hardwork and determination. And for Kisses, it really paid off. Keep it up Kisses.

 

Alexandra Faith Garcia on getting the Miss Aura International crown: "I'm 100% ready"

Alexandra Faith Garcia poses for photos during the virtual send-off.

She is the first Filipina to compete in Miss Aura International pageant.

On the 16th edition of Miss Aura International pageant, the Philippines will be represented by 28 year old pageant veteran Alexandra Faith Garcia.

During the virtual-send off yesterday, Garcia said she is 100% ready to take the first Miss Aura International crown for the country.

Alexandra Faith Garcia answers questions from the press during the online send-off on Tuesday, September 14.

"I really prepared for this competition. I recently joined another pageant (Bb. Pilipinas 2020). Parang yun na ang pinaka main training ko. It has been one and a half year so I know that I'm really ready. Miss Aura International is looking for 4Bs which are Beauty, Brain, Body and Behavior. I think and I believe that I really embody those 4Bs that they are looking for in the next Miss Aura International," said Garcia during the online send-off.

She is set to leave Manila on September 18. The competition will start on September 20 and the coronation night will be on October 3 at Rixos Sungate Resorts, Antalya City, Turkey.

As a precautionary measures, she is now in quarantine before the flight to protect her from COVID-19. As part of travel requirement, she will also be having COVID-19 test even if she is fully vaccinated. Upon arrival in Turkey, she and her co-delegates will not undergo quarantine but the organization assures the safety of the attendees.

More than 40 international beauties are expected to compete. The pageant was established in 2006 by the Turkish business tycoon Adnan Seker. 

The Top 5 winners will receive prizes such as monetary awards. Special titles will also receive gifts like trip to the Rixos Hotel for participants and family members, gifts from sponsors, fur products, fur coats, jewelry, cooperation with leading brands and model agencies in Turkey and abroad.

This is her first international pageant and she wants to show the best of the Philippines for her last pageant as well.

"I really want them to remember Philippines based sa mga dadalhin ko, sa susuotin ko. Lahat ng mga gagamitin ko will really represent the Philippines like from my wardrobe and from the designers. Talagang we really topped up the best of the best para talagang mapakita natin kung ano yung talent, kung anong meron tayo sa Philippines. Kaya super excited akong mapakita sa inyo ang mga OOTD (outfit of the day) ko. 

Faith's official gown designer is Cathy-Mora Capistrano. Her national costume was made by Jorick Lopez Limpag.

Also present at the virtual send-off is the Kagandahang Flores (KF) Head Honcho and one of Garcia's mentors, Rodgil Flores.

Alexandra Faith Garcia with Rodgil Flores during the pasarela training.

"The time has come kasi hinog na hinog na talaga si Faith. Yung preparation for Binibini lasted for one and a half years. Mas confident siya kasi talaga. Palaban yung walk but very feminine na na-emphasize talaga yung curves, yung body ni Faith. I'm sure  more than 100% ang ibibigay ni Faith," said Flores during the online press conference.

Flores addressed Garcia and said, "Faith I'm very happy sa nangyari sa'yo. Tunay ngang tatak KF ka. Laban KF stands for not only 'Kagandahang Flores' but 'Keep the Faith'. Keep on praying and keep on believing in yourself dahil marami kaming naniniwala sa'yo. Lahat kami we will be praying and supporting you as you compete in Turkey for Miss Aura International. We love you Faith."