Models have always been looked up to for their exceptional beauty and the way they confidently carry themselves, regardless if it's on TV, print, or the runway.
Filipinos have long been obsessed with beauty pageants, always rooting for our country's representative to bring home that coveted crown.
But aside from Filipina beauty queens, our country has also produced models who can definitely slay the runway or shine effortlessly in beauty and fashion campaigns.
The beauty of Filipino women, much like crayons in a box, comes in different forms or hues because of our country's rich history and culture.
Since we have been colonized before by the Spaniards and Americans, some of us have the mestiza beauty, characterized by a fair complexion and tall nose.
Meanwhile, some of us have more Asian looks, taking after the chinky eyes of our Chinese or Japanese ancestors.
And some of us have that unique Pinay beauty with beautiful morena complexion revered by foreigners.
But regardless if Pinay models have foreign blood or not, they can very well standout and excel in the modeling world, just like Reins Mika, the first Filipina Digital Creator winner in the prestigious Elite Model Look competition.
And while most of us learned how to smize from supermodel Tyra Banks, some Filipina models have mastered this trick even before it was made popular in a reality model competition.
Over the years, we've seen many beautiful Filipina models grace magazine covers or features, star in TV commercials, have their faces displayed on billboards and product labels, or even crossover to mainstream showbiz.
Some of them have had the opportunity to make it to the international modeling scene through competitions, while some have become established names in the modeling industry in the Philippines.
Some have also ventured into different careers or have founded their own businesses or left the limelight to settle down.
Find out where some of the famous Filipina models are now and what they've been up to in the gallery below.
She's best remembered for her Pond's TV commercial where she played the role of Carla Grasa. After that, she became a favorite face in magazines -- and even in fake Friendster and Myspace accounts.
Nicole is happily married and is a doting mom of two boys. She's now also an Instagram influencer.
Bianca became an overnight sensation after starring in an Ivory shampoo commercial.
Bianca and husband Juan Manuel Elizalde now has four daughters. She also founded the organic restaurant, The Wholesome Table.
Amanda started modeling at the age of 14, since then she's been the muse of several designers and the face of several brands, and magazines covers, in the Philippines and other Asian countries. She was also a VJ for a music channel and hosted a lifestyle show alongside Angel Aquino and Daphne Oseña-Paez. PETA Asia Pacific also hailed her as the Philippines' Sexiest Vegetarian of 2013.
Amanda is now happily married to businessman David Jacob, brother of former 'Eat Bulaga' host Christine Jacob. They have four beautiful children together. Amanda is a yogi and a vegan and also founded the social platform Glam-O-Mamas.
She's one of the most recognizable faces in print ads and TV commercials.
Kelly is married and has a son named Tristan. Careerwise, she's become a mult-hyphenate, juggling being an endorser, vlogger, and TV host.
Mikaela Lagdameo has been modeling for almost two decades now and has landed international campaigns across Asia. She's also the brother of GMA artist, Andre Lagdameo.
Mika is now an entrepreneur and lifestyle blogger. And, she was recently spotted at the star-studded bachelorette party of her friend, actress Sarah Lahbati.
Pilar Angela Paraiso, or better known as Bubbles Paraiso, was a model before becoming an actress.
She's now a yoga teacher and triathlete, and still appears in movies and TV shows from time to time.
Before working behind the camera, Sara Black first worked as a model. Her entry into the modeling world was by accident. She was first offered modeling jobs during her photography internship.
Sara is now one of the well-known fashion and beauty photographers in the country, and was recently tapped by pH Care to collaborate with them for their Speak Up, Girl art exhibit and panel discussion.
Sara Black is currently expecting her first child with her partner, chiropractor Dr. Martin Camara.
Before becoming an actress, Ellen won in a model search in 2005 and became the cover girl of a teen magazine. In the early 2000s, her photos were used by several fake accounts in Myspace and Friendster.
Ellen ended her long social media hiatus in early 2020, just before the pandemic struck. And in 2021, she finally starred in a TV series again after a long time.
Since early January 2021, Ellen Adarna has been spotted several times with Kapuso star Derek Ramsay, but the two have yet to confirm if they are dating or just close friends.
Georgina was first noticed when she starred in a Pond's TV commercial. She later on became a VJ and host of the third cycle of 'Asia's Next Top Model.'
She's happily married and has two lovely kids. She's also marketing director and co-owner of fashion brand Sunnies Studios.
On February 12, Georgina announced that she's pregnant with baby number three in this stunning black and white maternity photo.
Phoemela began modeling when she was 13 years old and eventually became a runner-up at the 1994 Philippine search for the Elite Model Look in 1994. She has since been actively seen in runways, TV commercials, print media, and she has also dabbled into acting and hosting a showbiz news segment. She's also a former president of the Professional Models Association of the Philippines (PMAP).
Phoemela is now a multi-hyphenate celebrity as she juggles modeling, TV and event hostings, and being an entrepreneur.
Phoemela is set to give birth to her daughter with her partner, businessman, and professional race car driver Jason Choachuy this year.