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Gideon Hermosa Celebrates His 15th Anniversary at Marriott Grand Ballroom

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<div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17519481951471 Gideonized Masterclass.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>Renowned event designer<strong> Gideon Hermosa</strong> recently marked his 15th anniversary in the industry. His celebration kicked off with his own <strong>Gideonized Masterclass</strong>, a milestone in his stellar career. About a hundred creatives from across the Philippines gathered to learn from and be inspired by Gideon&#x27;s story and artistry, as embodied by his company, the<strong> House of Hermosa</strong> (HOH).</p><p>By the end of his masterclass, his students were tasked to dress up the function rooms of the Marriott Grand Ballroom, applying what they learned and seeing firsthand the process of styling a venue. </p><p>Gideon&#x27;s masterclass culminated with a graduation ceremony and a gala night, which gathered 553 guests. The star-studded guest list included friends of HOH, supplier partners from across 20 countries, and long-time clients like Yeng Constantino, Janeena Chan, and Chris Quimbo &amp; Alodia Gosiengfiao. </p><p>Aside from heartwarming anecdotes, the program also featured incredible performances by Yeng and Geraldine Uy Dancers, plus a full evening of live music by Cardinia, the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra, and the UST Choir.</p><p>Attendees were also treated to an incredible performance by Morrisette Amon while recognizing the 2025 Gideonized Masterclass participants. Bringing the night to a close, the audience got to enjoy surprise drag performances by Brigiding, Zymba Ding, Bomba Ding, and Hermosa took to the stage for some words of appreciation for the lasting support he and HoH have received from partners and loyal clients. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751949529886JOY09566.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Here&#x27;s a look at the glamorously adorned #Gideonized ballroom, which served as the venue for Gideon&#x27;s gala night and the multi-designer fashion show the following day, which featured collections by Rajo Laurel, Michael Leyva, Vania Romoff, Francis Libiran, Mak Tumang, and Michael Cinco.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:left"><strong>The photo walls outside the ballroom</strong></div><p style="text-align:left">For a visually cohesive event, guests were asked to come in high-fashion, editorial-inspired ensembles in an elegant color palette, ranging from blush and burgundy to sage and beige to lilac and navy. The entrance to the ballroom featured vignettes with architectural details, punctuated by Gideon&#x27;s signature florals. </p><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751949564967KEN00004.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by Niceprint Photo</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751953278491516876050_18523141909006620_5805824043785040632_n.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by @snappedbyralph</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><strong>The cocktail area </strong></div><p>No area was left unnoticed in the Marriott Grand Ballroom, as Gideon draped the walls with beige fabric. Eyes were also drawn to the huge, flower ceiling designs with chandelier accents. The middle part of the area featured a bar, where a butterfly design took the spotlight. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751956472981MON_0757.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751956488040MON_0738.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751953464140Gideon Hermosa_1 (1).jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by NicePrint Photo</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>The tunnel entrance to the main ballroom</strong></div><p>A trend in wedding styling today is drapery, which Gideon utilized in layers, creating a stunning statement that showcases drama and depth.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong></strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751954002024gideon hermosa 15th anniversray celebration details.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong></strong><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>The varied platforms and stages</strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><p>The ballroom was set up in such a way that there were multiple visual points, ensuring all the guests—whether at the front or the back of the ballroom—didn&#x27;t feel left out. At the back, there was a second level where the orchestra was, and below it was a platform that served as a secondary stage.   </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751954940888JOY09639.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751949547607JOY09663.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by NicePrint Photo</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div><strong>The glam and gilded runway</strong></div><p>The ballroom, which featured table setups from the gala night, was transformed into a runway for the Philippine Gratus Gala – The Gideon Hermosa Anniversary Edition fashion show. Designers Rajo Laurel, Michael Leyva, Vania Romoff, Francis Libiran, Mak Tumang, and Michael Cinco showcased bridal collections, highlighting Filipino creativity and craftsmanship.</p><p>Providing the perfect backdrop for the impeccably crafted bridal wear was the #Gideonized ballroom, which was equally grand and exquisite.</p><div><br/></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751957007623MON_2051.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><strong></strong><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Lead photo courtesy of <strong>House of Hermosa</strong> </p>

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