Ivy Fashion Ball: Masquerade

Baguio City — Elegance, mystery, and youthful celebration filled the Grand Ballroom of Venus Parkview Hotel on April 7, 2019, as Ivy Fashion Ball: Masquerade made its debut, officially becoming the very first Ivy Fashion Ball.

Conceptualized as a safe and inclusive social celebration for students and young professionals, the inaugural Ivy Fashion Ball offered an alternative formal experience for those celebrating graduation, prom season, and personal milestones. With its masquerade theme, the evening unfolded in an atmosphere of intrigue, expressive fashion, and refined festivity—setting the creative tone for what would later evolve into a continuing fashion and cultural event series.

Guests enjoyed a complete formal ball experience featuring dinner, dancing, and live entertainment, with musical accompaniment provided by a semi-orchestra band led by Aladin Bag-ayan, complemented by dynamic dance intermissions delivered by Baguio J Krayonz in collaboration with Bardilleranz, which energized the ballroom and added a contemporary performance layer to the evening. The event was professionally documented through photo and video coverage, preserving the night’s moments beyond the final dance.

Beyond glamour, the event carried a deeper purpose through its Raffle for a Cause, reinforcing the organizers’ commitment to meaningful, community-oriented celebrations. Carolina’s Dress Shop further supported accessibility by offering complimentary tickets to guests who availed or rented formal wear.

As the inaugural edition, Ivy Fashion Ball: Masquerade established the creative foundation, production standards, and community-driven ethos that would define future Ivy Fashion Ball editions—eventually expanding into larger-scale productions and international fashion tours.

Event Credits:The event featured designs by Maila Alog, with styling by Janice Reporas Magbanua and crafts and accessories by Jocelyn Buaquen. Runway direction and coordination were led by Ronica Serrano, while the evening was hosted by Totoy Bugoy. Musical entertainment was delivered by a semi-orchestra band led by Aladin Bag-ayan, with opening show and dance numbers directed by Ana Manuel Tolentino and dance intermissions performed by Bagui J Krayonz together with Bardilleranz. Photography was covered by Michelle Peralta, Mel Tot, Leslie Reyes, Josef Lopez, Neil Clark Ongchangco, and Jordan Rae Salinas, with highlight videography by @Bry Reyess 💓 and photo/video coverage by Paul M. Sajonas and Volts Gabrillo. Live feed was managed by Richard Bravo. The Raffle for a Cause was led by Shane Dicang. The program sequence was organized by Agnes Gutierrez Absalon-Idos, with assisting judges and table coordination by Rreggie Esor Cuyan, Gii-anne Raymundo Cuyan Enilegna, and Janna Mikael Kipot Cuyan. The event was supported by the Ivy Angels—Princess Evan, Kramae Lara Emocling, Jam M. Santos, Karen Minerva Gaspar Seda, Monica Mendoza-Salinas, Bia Franco, Jen Falconitin II, Mia Antonete Pascua, Amber McShine, Trixie Carmela Aquino Reyes, Grail Judith, Gillian Gerly Mae Gonnay, and Jul Pawen.

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