Iya Lorainne Baring

How The ABS-CBN Ball 2025 Came Together with the Help of Partners

Article (news)

<p>A month after the ball, everyone is still on a high. But as the dust settles, and everyone proceeds to post their last few behind-the-scenes photos and materials, we share details on how an event like the ball comes together—with the help of different partners and collaborators: Solaire Resort North, Dave Sandoval, Nice Print Photography, Manila Craft, and Mix Sonic Productions.</p><p>Indeed, there were a lot of groups responsible for putting together the most anticipated event with the largest gathering of stars in the country, The ABS-CBN Ball 2025, last <strong>April 4</strong> at <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/culture/2025/4/3/solaire-resort-north-is-the-official-venue-of-the-abs-cbn-ball-2025-1829" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Solaire Resort North</strong> </a>in <strong>Quezon City</strong>. Indeed, through the years, the formal event has become synonymous with elegance, glamour, and sophistication while celebrating the best the Philippine fashion design has to offer through the gowns, suits, and accessories of the guests and VIPs, made more visible thanks to the comprehensive multi-platform red carpet coverage by Metro. </p><p>This year’s theme was<strong> Spring Formal</strong>, so it was a delight seeing celebrities, ABS-CBN heads, executives, and VIP guests walk down the red carpet in their colorful gowns and warm-weather tuxedos. </p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:900px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1747194556521viber_image_2025-04-24_08-38-16-890.jpg" style="width:900px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Solaire Resort North Ballroom | Photo by Nice Print </span></span></span></div><div><strong>All Eyes on Solaire Resort North</strong></div><p>All roads led to Solaire Resort North, as the Official Venue Partner of The ABS-CBN Ball, which was showcased in multiple ways throughout the event. As a beacon of luxury in the heart of Quezon City, the City of the Stars, Solaire Resort North is the first and only five-star luxury integrated resort in the city, offering world-class spaces complemented by the renowned warmth of Filipino hospitality. It features expansive deluxe guestrooms and suites, meticulously designed with modern in-room features and bespoke amenities. </p><p>The ball covered different areas and amenities around Solaire Resort North: from the lobby, to the ballroom, the restaurants and bar, all the way to the rooms. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Lobby and Galleries</strong></div><p>One of the most iconic areas is the Solaire Drop-off and Lobby, immortalized by the many paparazzi-style shots of both the Metro team and the fans of the different stars. Shown both on the live red carpet coverage and in social media—the stars made their way from their cars and walked across the lobby towards the gallery.</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-8" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DIBRyQ1zUA9/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A8%2C%22os%22%3A24510341.000000007%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-8" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>At this point, they would have walked under “The Mangrove” by Nikolas Weinstein, a massive sculpture of elegantly intertwined glass and steel that creates a luminous fragmented obelisk. </p><p>Then the stars headed to the gallery beside the elevator, where the celebrities were interviewed in the Metro Lounge and Press Area before they were led up to the fifth floor. </p><p>Upstairs, the banquet floor was filled with beautiful Spring Floral creative designs as seen in the booths and the actual red carpet. </p><p>And while there was much action on the banquet floor where the red carpet, booths, and the ballroom were all located, the entire Solaire Resort North provided delightful spaces for The ABS-CBN Ball guests, the press, and even the fans.</p><div><br/></div><p>Acting COO of <strong>Bloomberry Resorts Corporation, Gregory Hawkins</strong>, talked about what this collaboration meant for him: </p><p>“We’re very grateful for it. From our point of view, it’s helping to launch the vision of this property,” he says. “We’ve been open for about eight months now, and we’ve been received very positively, but this is a cherry on top—partnering with <strong>ABS-CBN</strong> and <strong>ABS-CBN Foundation</strong> is a wonderful thing to do, and a wonderful cause as well,” he adds.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Gastronomical Adventure and Luxury Accommodations </strong></div><p>Likewise, the experience itself, was due to the expert collaboration with the food and beverage team along with the impressive state-of-the-art ballroom. </p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DILCDRsTqk9/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A24339492.800000004%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="510" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>“Going with the theme of Brighter Together, we really worked very hard to get back into the theme of working together with ABS-CBN and Solaire Resort North,” explains Chef Hylton Le Roux, the Culinary Director for Solaire Resort North during The ABS-CBN Ball Live at the Red Carpet coverage of <strong>Metro. </strong></p><p>During the food tasting days prior, he <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/food/2025/4/4/a-feast-fit-for-the-stars-what-goes-into-the-food-tasting-for-the-abs-cbn-ball-1819" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">talked about the collaboration and the preparations that his team had done for the event.</a></p><p>But more than that, coming up with this gastronomical experience is quite a logistical feat: crafting a dining experience for hundreds of celebrities and VIPs, blending the communal chaos of Chinese lauriat with the elegant precision of Russian-style service, while keeping up with the many guests.</p><p>In his interview for<strong> Metro.Style</strong>, Hylton acknowledged the high-wire act of choreography and flavor paired with the demands of social media. “The stars will take pictures,” he says, “we have to make sure every dish looks as good as it tastes,” he adds.</p><p>And finally, the stars got a chance to experience the ball inside the different room types of Solaire Resort North: The Deluxe Rooms, along with the top suites: Emerald, Ruby, and Diamond. You would have spotted this in social media posts, but inside the rooms were content studies for the celebrities and their glam teams.</p><p>Without these key spaces and amenities, The ABS-CBN Ball would not have been complete.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Dave Sandoval’s Extraordinary Touch</strong></div><p>Event Stylist Extraordinare <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/people/2025/4/3/event-stylist-dave-sandoval-on-dressing-up-the-venue-for-the-abs-cbn-ball-2025-0047" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dave Sandoval resumes his place as the events stylist du jour for The ABS-CBN Ball 2025</a>. The top creative was tapped to bring the event’s vision to life, in fact, he previously showcased his styling expertise at the 2023 ball and other key Star Magic events. </p><p>&quot;My interpretation of this theme for the red carpet and the overall look of the Ball—we&#x27;re still maintaining the signature style of the red carpet of ABS-CBN, which is simple, classic, timeless, and elegant. So, nand&#x27;yan pa rin &#x27;yung trademark natin na green walls. But for this year, we&#x27;re adding a bit of twist to match the &#x27;spring formal&#x27; concept,” explained Dave.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DITN0XkzqhT/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A24115811.300000004%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="510" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>In his mood board, he latched on to keywords like fresh beginning, fresh start, and blossoming of flowers. Because of the freshness, he chose to keep it very clean, polished, and simple. </p><p>What he wanted for the ballroom, in particular, was understated elegance through the use of classic drapery. He used this style to balance out the floral details and create focal points for an overall cohesive look.</p><p>His tablescapes were conversation-friendly, with no large and obtrusive centerpieces blocking the view, and opting instead for low arrangements with spring-colored flowers like tulips and Ecuadorian roses. </p><p>On the other hand, the Metro Lounge at the gallery as well as the press area, made use of hedges with wild flowers sprouting—a teaser of what was to come on the red carpet upstairs. </p><p>The Red Carpet in itself was a visual feast with hedges and accent flowers that complemented the Spring Formal theme, giving a lush, yet understated look on the carpet, and allowing for the stars (and the clothes) to be in focus. </p><p>The same goes for the Metro Panel Stage, where hosts and panelists discussed everything about the ball throughout the night, and was continued in the Recap Show that followed it. </p><p>As for one flower that we should take note of for Dave’s overall vision,  Dave’s favorite is the Phalaenopsis orchid. Even at just one piece, it’s a statement and is quite elegant, explains Dave. </p><p>And that perhaps sums up Dave’s overall vision for the ball: Intricate but not loud, tasteful, not just artistic, and with much restraint.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Everything and Everywhere All At Once With Nice Print Photography</strong></div><p>Perhaps there is no better indicator of how ‘involved’ Nice Print was in the preparation than just by looking at the sheer number of staff they’ve deployed that day. An entire floor was filled with Nice Print photographers and videographers, all in their trademark black uniform, men and women being in all parts of Solaire Resort North, all at once. </p><p>It’s no easy feat to manage an entire team of professionals, but owner and founder Charisse Tinio has been at it for the past 19 years. Established in 2006, NicePrint Photo has gone beyond just providing coverage for weddings, but to corporate events, global shoots, event activations, and even pioneering event technology.</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp7rg-yPqt4/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A23197141.199999996%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="620" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>In fact, some of their most recent weddings and renewal of vows show an impressive lineup of the country’s stars: Nuptials of Cong Tv and Viy, Kianna Valenciano and Sandro Tolentino, Michelle Gumabao and Aldo Panlilio, Jen Barangan and Renz David, Bugoy and Ejay; renewal of vows of Patrick and Nikka Garcia, Chito and Neri Miranda, Yeng Constantino, prenup shoots for Zeinab Harake and Ray Parks Jr, EA Guzman and Shiara Diaz, and more!</p><p>During their anniversary in 2023, Charisse credits her success to her relationship with clients. “As a studio owner, I am very hands-on with the business. I personally attend to clients&#x27; concerns and respond to their emails personally.”</p><p>Nice Print’s most recent innovation is NP Magic, where photos taken by the NicePrint team on the day or the night of the event will immediately be uploaded to a web link. Guests will be given printed cards with QR codes, where, upon scanning the code, they can automatically have access to the photos. </p><p>This technology makes use of facial recognition, so they’ll only have access to their photos with their faces. </p><p>What’s more, these photos will be enhanced and will automatically have the branding of the event and the event logo as a watermark, ready to download and share on social media!</p><blockquote cite="https://www.tiktok.com/@niceprintphoto/video/7306756486728895749" class="tiktok-embed" data-video-id="7306756486728895749" id="v78374822451487330" style="max-width:605px;min-width:325px"><iframe name="__tt_embed__v78374822451487330" sandbox="allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-scripts allow-top-navigation allow-same-origin" src="https://www.tiktok.com/embed/v2/7306756486728895749?lang=en-US&amp;referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com%2F%23%2Fworkspace%3Fitem%3Durn%3Anewsml%3Aod2-workbench-api.abs-cbn.com%3A2025-05-09T08%3A44%3A10.423473%3Ad9fbb851-c2d1-480b-8197-383c55658023%26action%3Dedit" style="width:100%;height:739px;display:block;visibility:unset;max-height:739px"></iframe><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@niceprintphoto/video/7306756486728895749" style="width:325px" target="_blank"><span>Watch on TikTok</span></a></blockquote><script async="" src="https://www.tiktok.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C55LNF_vSLp/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A23342043.6%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><blockquote cite="https://www.tiktok.com/@niceprintphoto/video/7389478171604700417" class="tiktok-embed" data-video-id="7389478171604700417" id="v60630084143417540" style="max-width:605px;min-width:325px"><iframe name="__tt_embed__v60630084143417540" sandbox="allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-scripts allow-top-navigation allow-same-origin" src="https://www.tiktok.com/embed/v2/7389478171604700417?lang=en-US&amp;referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com%2F%23%2Fworkspace%3Fitem%3Durn%3Anewsml%3Aod2-workbench-api.abs-cbn.com%3A2025-05-09T08%3A44%3A10.423473%3Ad9fbb851-c2d1-480b-8197-383c55658023%26action%3Dedit" style="width:100%;height:739px;display:block;visibility:unset;max-height:739px"></iframe><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@niceprintphoto/video/7389478171604700417" style="width:325px" target="_blank"><span>Watch on TikTok</span></a></blockquote><script async="" src="https://www.tiktok.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>For the ball, the <strong>Nice Print </strong>team took care of event photography for the red carpet, inside the ballroom, and had a photobooth as well in collaboration with <strong>Star Magic</strong>.</p><div> </div><div><strong>Not a Dry Table with Manila Craft</strong></div><p>The party wasn’t complete with cocktails and the like, and so<strong> 2023’s Manila’s First Premium Bar Catering—Manila Craft Mixes &amp; Brews</strong> was the key to all the best moments.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1746778992477Metro.Style-58.png" style="width:800px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>For the event, Manila Craft prepared the bar setup for the guests inside, and it remained open until the end of the event at 1 AM.</p><p>Here’s something interesting about Manila Craft, it was just an idea coined in July 2018 during a bridal fair. The Owner, Jeffrey Dadivas, was searching for bar services and didn’t see his desired bar concept for his wedding. As an ex-hotelier, Jeffrey seeks great hospitality, great drinks, and an unforgettable celebration at his wedding.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1746779063816Metro.Style-60.png" style="width:800px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Fast forward — their very first event was on November 18, 2019, a few months before the COVID-19 lockdown, but business had to halt due to the restrictions. They made their comeback in 2021, where they executed many successful events, and word slowly spread around the industry of Manila’s First Premium Bar Catering—Manila Craft Mixes &amp; Brews. That was also the year they celebrated their first wedding event with celebrity JC de Vera and his wife Rikkah de Vera, and the rest is history.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Mix Sonic Productions</strong></div><p>Part of what made the event even more memorable was Mixsonic Products which provided the party entertainment service and audio visual equipment inside the ballroom. This rental company has worked in various tv commercials, event activations, stage performances, specifical for big concerts and groups. </p><p>Some of their most notable projects include the LED Wall and lights system setup for The Voice Kids and Miss Manila in 2023, as well as the Musik Manila Expo.  Recently, they had the Aurora Music Festival in 20205 for audio, the Himig Handog 2025 for lights, LED, and audio, and the ABS-CBN Christmas Special in 2024 for LED, lights, and power.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1747194031973Screenshot 2025-05-14 at 11.28.00 AM.png" style="width:800px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1747194310595Metro.Style-3.png" style="width:800px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>During the event, the staging they provided help create context for the event, immersing the audience and enriching the mood and vibe of the ball itself.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1747194330353Metro.Style-4.png" style="width:800px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>The ball might have only lasted for a few hours, but the memories (and photographs and videos) will forever be in the collective consciousness of this generation’s celebrity and fashion fans—all thanks to the partners who have made this event possible.</p>

<p>We share details on how an event like the ball comes together, with the help of different partners and collaborators: Solaire Resort North, Dave Sandoval, Nice Print Photography, Manila Craft, and Mix Sonic Productions.</p>

We share details on how an event like the ball comes together, with the help of different partners and collaborators: Solaire Resort North, Dave Sandoval, Nice Print Photography, Manila Craft, and Mix Sonic Productions.

How The ABS-CBN Ball 2025 Came Together with the Help of Partners

People

Fashion

Beauty

Wellness

Travel

Culture

Living

Food

Weddings

Culture

How The ABS-CBN Ball 2025 Came Together with the Help of Partners

Metro.Style

Published May 14, 2025 12:48 PM PHT

|

Updated May 14, 2025 02:18 PM PHT

Read More:

ABSCBN Ball

2025

Nice Print Photography

Solaire Resort North

Mix Sonic

Dave Sandoval

Manila Craft

Metro.Style is your go-to destination for all things chic and stylish—featuring the latest in fashion, beauty, lifestyle, celebrity news, and inspiring stories. It's your curated guide to living your best life.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

AI Policy

Terms of Service

Advertise with Us

© 2025 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2025 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2025 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.