Mr. & Ms. Best Model Asia-Pacific-Philippines 2016 winners proclaimed

MANILA, Philippines – Lucia Alcantara of Rizal Province and Rey Salazar of Mabalacat, Pampanga (third and fourth from left) were proclaimed the first-ever Mr. & Ms. Best Model Asia-Pacific-Philippines besting 13 other pairs of aspiring models.  They will represent the country in the regional edition of the said modeling/pageant tilt later this year.

Other winners in the photo include Ms. & Mr. Fashion Model Abby Dizor and Jefferson Quinto (first and second from left), and Ms. & Mr. Tourism Gracia Elizabetta Mendoza and Jimmy Dionisio (rightmost).

Organized by Otek Lopez and haute couture designer Arrielle Agasang, the well-attended and fast-paced finals night was held last Wednesday night, Jan. 27, at the URBN Bar & Kitchen, Tomas Morato, Quezon City.