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Such a full circle moment 🥹✨

About a week ago, I had the privilege of hosting on the very same stage where I competed in my first ever pageant three years ago, where I was crowned Miss Philippines Australia and Miss Charity Queen Australia 2023 🥰🇵🇭🇦🇺 It was so surreal to return, this time on the other side of the stage! 🎤

It was such a pleasure sharing the stage with my amazing co-hosts, Peter and Karenza, my gorgeous @missinternationalaustralia_ 2026 sister 👑 A huge congratulations again to all our beautiful contestants! Watching your journeys unfold and seeing you shine on stage made me so proud 🥹 You all did an incredible job, and I hope you’re proud of everything you’ve achieved! ❤️

The biggest congratulations to our newest Charity Queen Australia, @keighlasantiiago , and our newest Miss Philippines Australia, @natashanexy ! I can’t wait to see all the wonderful things you’ll accomplish throughout your reign 💫 And of course, a heartfelt congratulations to our beautiful outgoing queens, Rachel and Ella, on such a wonderful year! You’ve both made a meaningful impact on the community, and I can’t wait to see what comes next for you both! 🫶🏻

A special shoutout to @saveensformalwear for dressing Karenza and me in our gorgeous gowns for the evening dress👗 We felt absolutely beautiful and highly encourage anyone looking cor beautiful formal wear to visit their store in Fairfield! 🩵✨

And a big thank you to Tito Reg for helping with my hair 💁🏻‍♀️ and Kuya @anthonycortez0607 for helping me with my makeup 💄A big shoutout also to kuya @asher.wtf and kuya @jofredtrigo for capturing these beautiful pictures! ☺️📸

We were also guested by the one & only @ianlorenz ! Tysm for gracing us with your pasarella skills 🕺

Congratulations to @pasc.inc on another incredibly successful year! It’s always so special to celebrate our Filipino Australia culture & community, and I’m so grateful to have been part of such a memorable evening 🥳🪅 See you all again next year! 🎉✨

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What an honour it was to host the @missphilaust Pageant 2026 alongside the wonderful Peter and our beautiful @missinternationalaustralia_ 2025 Queen @belladelacruz__ 👑✨

Congratulations to all our gorgeous finalists on such an amazing achievement, and of course a BIG congratulations to our new Miss Philippines Australia 2026 @natashanexy and our Charity Queen 2026 @keighlasantiiago ❤️❤️ So proud of you all! 🥹🙏

I want to say an incredible THANK YOU to @saveensformalwear for dressing myself and Bella for the evening in the most beautiful gowns! Always so grateful to be styled by the best 🥰🩵🩵

Thank you to my lovely hairstylist @tainguyen_makeup as well for always making me look so stunning for any occasion ✨

#MissPhilippinesAustralia2026

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Pasarela dayyyy @aces_and_queens

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Train w/ us here at @goldsgymphilippines w/ @aces_and_queens @sashaprietomccarthy

#strongerwithgolds #hyrox #trainlikeaqueen #fitnesscoach

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They came to train… but ended up SERVING

Pasarela Training with Coach JL

#Pasarela #BinibiningPilipinas #missuniversephilippines #AcesAndQueens

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Creative Campaign Shoot

#makeupartistry #makeupartist #makeup #creativemakeup

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More photos of our beautiful Aces & Queens Class of 2026. ✨

Since 2000, Aces & Queens has been discovering and training exceptional Filipinas from across the globe—nurturing not only future pageant superstars, but confident, empowered women ready to represent the Philippines on the international stage.

Each woman carries her own story, strength, and dream, and their journeys are only just beginning. Follow our girls on social media and show them some love as they take their first steps toward their pageant dreams.

Who do you think will be the next superstars to emerge from this incredible batch? 👑

Follow Sasha @sashaprietomccarthy

Creative Director: @rxandy
Managing Editor: @yeoh.stylestudio
Portrait Photographer: @hello_kamera @yeoh.joshoots
Layout Artist: @gabrielle.galapia
Styling: @_mimi.nini
Editorial Associates: @pichibon @succinelle
Shot at @fipmakati
@aces_and_queens
Make Up by @khrissyskymua
Hair by @bryan.roquino

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Strong. Fearless. Inspiring. ✨

This International Women’s Day, Aces and Queens celebrates the beauty, courage, and achievements of women everywhere. Thank you to all the queens who use their voices, platforms, and hearts to make a difference.

Video : @kennethvincent_

#InternationalWomensDay #AcesAndQueens

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grateful to be surrounded by women who make the world brighter. happy women’s day 🤍

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Strong bodies, confident minds, and radiant queens and kings!

Thank you Tita Christy for guiding our Aces and Queens and Kings Class of 2026 in today’s Nutrition Training, reminding us that proper nutrition is key to peak performance on and off the stage.

#NutritionTraining #AcesAndQueens #Kings

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Learning from the best!

Our Aces and Queens and Kings Class of 2026 participated in an inspiring media training session with Armin Adina. From mastering interviews to building confidence in front of the media, our trainees are one step closer to becoming well-rounded queens and kings. 👑🎤

#AcesAndQueens #MediaTraining #ClassOf2025 #PageantLife

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Gender and Sensitivity Discussion with Ms. Thysz

Thank you, Coach, for guiding us through an empowering and eye-opening conversation. Your insights helped us understand respect, inclusivity, and the true value of equality.

#genderandsensitivity #equality #AcesAndQueens

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