Here Are The Contributors Behind Our Andrea Brillantes Debut Cover Shoot
As the goal of the photo shoot was to give Andrea the feel of a debut party, Metro tapped some of the country's top names in the local events scene and the fashion & beauty industry
Mounting a big editorial shoot is not easy, and it becomes even harder when it's done in the time of COVID. But when a team is dedicated and passionate to deliver great results, things become lighter and working with each other is such a breeze.
We knew shooting "Queen B" Andrea Brillantes (or Blythe) with a grand debut theme, modeling 18 creations, would be a challenge. But it was a challenge we welcomed and accepted, to truly celebrate the coming-of-age of such a young queen who has been dominating the digital space and mainstream media.
For this unforgettable Metro cover shoot, we worked with well-known personalities and brands that we were sure could help us pull off our concept and translate our vision into a wonderful production. This shoot wouldn't have been possible without them.
Check out the gallery below:
The Suppliers: Andrea Brillantes Cover Shoot
The Suppliers: Andrea Brillantes Cover Shoot
Direk Lauren Dyogi, Star Magic head
First of all, credit goes to Star Magic head Direk Lauren Dyogi for pitching a fashion shoot concept for Andrea, which the Metro team polished and determined as a grand debut theme.
Photo Credit: NicePrint Photo
Doc Marlon Pecjo, photographer
Doc Marlon Pecjo has long been a go-to photographer of "Metro." He has shot some of the most beautiful covers of the magazine, photographing the likes of Bea Alonzo, Heart Evangelista, Ruffa Gutierrez, and more seasoned and up-and-coming stars alike. He also worked on several editions of the Star Magic Catalogue. When we informed him of this shoot, he was really excited to photograph the young, fresh, and gorgeous Andrea, and was up for the challenge of a morning to evening shoot.
Photo Credit: NicePrint Photo
Eldzs Mejia, creative director and fashion stylist
Eldzs is not only Metro's former creative director, he's also the stylist of Andrea, making him truly perfect for this shoot. His role in the shoot was even more crucial as the concept depended on the wardrobe he'd be able to put together. But he delivered, giving our cover girl a variety of looks from glam to edgy. Eldzs shares, "'Yung ganitong 'party,' 'yung grandness nito, is something you're going to expect for a big star like Blythe or Andrea. So, parang 'yun din 'yung binigay natin sa kanya... Ito 'yung concept na not typical na makikita mo si Blythe. In reality, she's medyo tomboy, adventurous, very edgy, so for this shoot, we mixed her personalities of being that adventurous girl with the concept of being a debutante also, kumbaga ito 'yung coming of age ni Andrea na shoot."
Photo Credit: Doc Marlon Pecjo of The Big Shot Studio
Eldzs Mejia
Eldzs Mejia with Andrea for one of her red carpet appearances
Photo Credit: Paolo Nierves
Anthea Bueno, makeup artist
Anthea Bueno is among the most famous Filipino makeup artists today. She's not only known for being the preferred makeup artist of celebrities like Janine Gutierrez, Sarah Lahbati, Megan Young, Kelsey Merritt, and Kylie Verzosa, she's also a favorite for weddings given her stunning less-is-more approach to beauty looks. Anthea shares, "We started out with a bronze na makeup look for Blythe, parang nag-build ako du'n... 'yun 'yung pinaka-base ng whole look which is glowy, sunkissed and bronzy, and sultry at the same time kasi she has come of age naman na, so I think it's a statement na look for her." Anthea also played up Andrea's eyes by doing cut crease and glittery styles.
Photo Credit: @antheabueno
Anthea Bueno and RJ dela Cruz with Andrea
RJ dela Cruz, hairstylist
RJ is Andrea's go-to hairstylist, and it's easy to see why. Be it hair down or hair up, sleek or messy, he always manages to transform one's look with that wow factor. RJ's celebrity clients include Sarah Geronimo, Kim Chiu, Kathryn Bernardo, and Yassi Pressman. For this shoot, he did four hairstyles for Andrea: natural soft waves, wet look, big waves with blonde hair extensions, and romantic waves with half pony. RJ's favorite? The wet look because it's something they haven't experimented much with before.
Photo Credit: @rjdelacruz
Gideon Hermosa, event stylist and florist
Gideon is one of the most famous and trusted event stylists in the country. When you get him for your event, be ready to witness a dramatic #Gideonized transformation. He always impresses with his grand outputs, reason why celebs and non-celebs alike tap him for the special occasions in their lives. Recently, he styled the venues of the weddings of actresses Sam Pinto and Empress Schuck. For this debut-themed shoot, Gideon said that he got inspired by the TV series "Bridgerton." He made sure to achieve that royal vibe of a debut but without using the traditional jewel tones; instead, he opted for a pastel color scheme. Gideon says of the tablescape, "Since it's a royal-ish themed party, most of the details are in gold but the flowers and other centerpieces, even the plates, are in pastel colors para very young pa rin since it's a debut. At the same time, it's very [feast theme], so we mixed flowers with fruits also and pastries."
Photo Credit: @gideonhermosa
NicePrint Photo, behind-the-scenes coverage
With such a grand shoot like this, we didn't want to miss out on any important detail, element, and highlight. We tapped NicePrint Photo for their expertise in capturing special moments both in photos and videos. NicePrint is famous in the events scenes (they've been part of so many celebrity weddings, birthdays, pre-nup and maternity shoots), making them perfect for this debut-themed shoot. Its owner, Charisse Tinio, tells us how it was like working with Andrea: "She’s fun to work with. She always thinks out of the box... There's always something to look forward to when you work with her. There are surprises. She's very kind, she's very hardworking. But then what really sticks to my mind is the way that her creativity just rubs off on everybody around her."
Photo Credit: @charissetinionp
Hearts & Bells, cake and cupcake supplier
What's a debut party without a cake? We made sure to factor that in for this shoot as well. Aligned with the overall royal theme, Andrea's multi-tiered cake featured opulent details fit for a queen like Andrea. Just like Gideon's pastel palette, the cake and cupcakes also mirrored that aesthetic beautifully. Hearts & Bells is a go-to for custom cakes (whether for weddings, children's parties, or other momentous events) that are not only aesthetically pleasing but deliciously satisfying as well.
Photo Credit: Doc Marlon Pecjo of The Big Shot Studio
Lead photo from NicePrint Photo
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