From plain beads to glamorous accessories real quick! The bead necklaces made by the creative minds of Frederick Policarpio and Cholo Ayuyao have been unveiled today, September 17, 2022.
Executive Assistant IV Reina Manuel, the Chairperson of the Mutya Ning Angeles (MNA) 2022 working committee, modeled the official accessories will be used by the MNA 2022 candidates.
The beads, called Binggala, were harvested by the Aeta tribe from Barangay Sapangbato and were purchased by the city government, to further assist them in their livelihood.
Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr., who proudly recognizes local designers and gives the spotlight to the homegrown talents, said “Congratulations to the MNA 2022 working committee for the step-by-step milestone.”
Aside from the accessories, the wardrobe of the candidates – from gowns, swimwear and shoes – will also be locally made.
“The gowns will be produced by 13 local designers, while the shoes will be made by Bong Gonzales,” according to City Tourism Officer-in-Charge Anneleen Antonio-Sugui, who also mentioned that one of the objectives of Mayor Lazatin for the celebration of MNA 2022 is to feature local industries, also greatly affected by the pandemic.
Also part of the MNA 2022 working committee are Chief Adviser IC Calaguas, Angeles City Economic Development Investment Promotions Officer Irish Bonus-Llego; and the Production Team.
