Binibining Pilipinas 2025: Antique's Blessie Villablanca wins Best in National Costume
Blessie Villablanca of Antique bagged the Best in National Costume award at the Binibining Pilipinas 2025 coronation night on Sunday at Smart Araneta Coliseum.
She wore a red ensemble inspired by the Rafflesia plant, the largest flower in the world.
The Binibining Pilipinas coronation night is hosted by Nicole Cordoves, MJ Lastimosa, Maureen Montagne, and Kylie Verzosa. Reigning queen Myrna Esguerra will crown her successor as Binibining Pilipinas International.
—MGP, GMA Integrated News
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