Blinded by lights flashing then swallowed by the darkened lobby of the Ayala Museum, I feared that I’d lose myself in the most stylish gathering to date. Last night, Inquirer Lifestyle and Look Magazine, together with Nokia, unveiled a collection of photographs showcasing personal styles of select individuals in an exhibit. The event simply reeked of chic sophistication.

Before I move on to some of the event photos, I reckon it’s best to let you in on the roster of individuals showcased in the photo exhibit:

Amina Aranaz-Alunan, 30
Bag designer, School of Fashion and the Arts Founder
Personal Style: Glamour Girl
Photographer: Paolo Pineda

Angel Aquino, 36
Actress, TV host and model, Mum
Personal Style: Easy and Comfortable
Photographer: Mark Nicdao

Felicia Hung-Atienza, 40
President and founding member of Chinese International School of Manila, Wife of TV host Kim, Mum
Personal Style: Crisp and Chic
Photographer: Jun De Leon

Jo Ann Bitagcol, 31
Photographer, Professional model
Personal Style: Androgynous Impact
Photographer: Paolo Pineda

Leica Carpo, 40
Publisher - Sunday Inquirer Magazine, Marathon runner
Personal Style: Active Eye-catcher
Photographer: Sara Black

Astrud Crisologo, 39
Designer, Boutique proprietor, Wife of Artist Norman, Mum
Personal Style: Eclectic Mishmash
Photographer: Mark Nicdao

Isabelle Daza, 21
Part-time pre-school teacher, Student, Model
Personal Style: Laid-back and Effortless
Photographer: Sara Black

Kat Florencio, 32
‘Part-time’ director - Techno Time (distributors of TechnoMarine watches), Full-time Mum
Personal Style: Cool and Classic
Photographer: Sara Black

Ruby Gan, 48
President/COO Shop Manila Inc, Power-lifter, Mum
Personal Style: Clean and Adventurous
Photographer: Jun De Leon

Tweetie De Leon-Gonzales, 42
Jewelry designer of ice Crystals, Exporter of semi-precious jewelry, Wife of Jose Ramon, Mum
Personal Style: Uncomplicated Polish
Photographer: Jun De Leon

Mai Kaufman, 33
Interior designer, Owner of K.A.R.M.A. (Kaufman Auction Retro Modern Antiques), Designer and owner of baby clothing line The Story by Mai Kaufman, Wife of David, Mum
Personal Style: Quirky meets Classy
Photographer: Jun De Leon

Joanna Lhuillier
Accessories designer, Wife of Michael, Mum
Personal Style: Casual Sophistication
Photographer: Dan Douglas Ong and Mike Ong

Kat Tantoco-Lobregat, 35
Fashion buyer/curator for ladies and young adults - Rustan’s, Wife of Paolo, Mum
Personal Style: Tomboy with a Feminine Twist
Photographer: Jo Ann Bitagcol

Diether Ocampo
Actor, Publisher of UNO and Baby Couture, Advocate of PETA, Greepeace, and Stop H.I.V.
Personal Style: Clean and Rugged
Photographer: Sara Black

Rosanna Ocampo, 28
Fashion Designer
Personal Style: Feminine and Contemporary
Photographer: Paolo Pineda

Wynn Wynn Ong, 52
Jewelry designer, President/chairman of Hands On Manila, Wife of investment banker Norby, Mum
Personal Style: Detailed Elegance
Photographer: Paolo Pineda

Piolo Pascual, 32
Award-winning actor, Producer
Personal Style: Simplicity before Style
Photographer: Jun De Leon

Georgia Felice “Jaja” Chiongbian-Rama, 30
Marketing director, freelance PR Consultant, Newly licensed real estate broker, Wife to Cebu City councilor Eduardo Jr.
Personal Style: Anything Goes
Photographer: Dan Douglas Ong and Mike Ong

Judy Ann Santos
Actress, Wife of TV host and actor Ryan Agoncillo, Mum
Personal Style: Strong and Simple
Photographer: Jun De Leon

Michelle Syjuco, 30
Sculptor, Jewelry artist, Wife of Jeff, Mum
Personal Style: Proudly Avant-garde
Photographer: Jun De Leon

Dina Arroyo-Tantoco, 27
Marketing manager - Rustan’s, Wife of Paolo, Mum
Personal Style: Relaxed and Girly
Photographer: Paolo Pineda

Hindy Weber-Tantoco, 35
Designer (Culte Femme), Food Advocate
Personal Style: Going for the Unexpected
Photographer: Paolo Pineda

Maritoni Rufino-Tordesillas, 40
Yoga and ballet teacher, Wife of Roque, Mum
Personal Style: Healthy is beautiful
Photographer: Jo Ann Bitagcol

Richie Ortega-Torres, 39
Fashion designer and owner of Souk, Wife of Itong, Mum
Personal Style: Fuss-free Romantic
Photographer: Jo Ann Bitagcol

Tessa Prieto-Valdes, 46
Lifestyle columnist, Host of House Life (QTV), Co-owner of Urban Spa, Wife of Dennis, Mum
Personal Style: Outrageously Unique
Photographer: Mark Nicdao

Audrey Zubiri, 26
Businesswoman, Socio-civic worker, Wife of Senate Majority Leader Juan Miguel Zubiri, Mum
Personal Style: Conservative Chic
Photographer: Paolo Pineda

The 1st year anniversary issue of LOOK Magazine gives you a closer look at these individuals’ respective lifestyles and a look at the photos seen at the exhibit.

P.S. What is it with folks not wanting to disclose their age? Funny.

Image: BridgesPR