From Anne Curtis to Celeste Cortesi, these are the most heavenly transformations at the Opulence Ball 2023
Every Halloween fête is bound to bring its special flair. But there is something quite special about Mond Gutierrez’s Opulence Ball this 2023 that heightened the instinct for ethereal transformations. As for the common house code? Celestial beings. “Halloween is the one night a year where you can dream and fantasize,” he mentioned in an interview. His vision definitely exceeded expectations. And with the country’s brightest stars gathered under one roof, the Opulence Ball became a gateway to the world of mythology.
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But that’s not all. Beyond the exhibitions and the fashion, the event served otherworldly beauty excellence. From Anne Curtis to Celeste Cortesi, these are the notable transformations at the Opulence Ball 2023.
Anne Curtis
It’s quite impossible to talk about the concept of celestial beings without the thought of Anne Curtis who starred in a cult-favorite fantaserye, Dyosa. And last night, the actor-host opted for a wet goddess look—one thing that makeup artist Robbie Piñera translated through a radiant, hydrated complexion. Lids, on the other hand, were kept pared-down with a bronzed hue. No sharp liner in sight, but the work of a mascara was enough to define the eyes. As for the lips? Let’s just say that Piñera and Curtis emphasized the power of the perfect nude lip.
Coleen Garcia-Crawford
Coleen Garcia-Crawford is among the devoted stars who knows exactly how to deliver memorable guises in every occasion—one conviction that was echoed at her Opulence Ball 2023 entry. Her ethereal transformation exhibited a mastery on radiant, luminous complexion and subtle detailings. Think Venus de Milo-like skin, strategically placed gold accents, and swishes of passion pink hue draped from her cheekbones over the outer edges of her brows. As for the standout detail? Her lips—and no, it was not glossed, not satin, but holographic.
Celeste Cortesi
The stars have certainly aligned for Miss Universe Philippines 2022 Celeste Cortesi who appeared to be the perfect embodiment of the night’s godly figures and celestial beings motif. The title-holder was a vision of otherworldly beauty, clad in an embellished ensemble by Anthony Ramirez and a stunning headpiece by John Hubert Capito. But her glam commanded attention, too. Courtesy of Aron Guevara, the makeup artist delivered a renewed take on a bronzed-goddess look with a play on golden lids, tightling, and lower lashes.
Chie Filomeno
Medusa took form in Chie Filomeno—but fret not, no one turned to stone. All attention was on the actor as she entered the room dressed in a two-piece ensemble decorated with a gold snake detailing. Of course, the motif echoed her glam, too. Artfully done by Anthea Bueno, the celebrity makeup artist traded her signature bronzed palette with bold, striking green hues, gold detailing, and a dramatic cat eye with matching gold tears to honor the goddess. That is to say, it comes as no surprise that the actor took home the “Belle of the Ball” title.
Solenn Heusaff
Heralded as the most nostalgic entry for Opulence Ball 2023, Solenn Heusaff paid homage to her role in Encantadia with a daring look inspired by Cassiopeia, the first queen of Lireo. The motif was certainly echoed in her beauty entry. Robbie Piñera was all for the immaculate complexion, an equal balance of radiance and soft matte. As for the eyes? The celebrity makeup artist adorned the lids with tiny embellishments for a sense of magic. Elsewhere, the actor’s unexpected blonde hair transformation made this look more iconic than it was.
Photography KIERAN PUNAY
