So Pretty! This Filipina's ~Whimsical~ Debut Was Themed After Disney's "Tangled"

The celebration was straight out of a fairytale!
by Leika Golez   |  Mar 17, 2023
Image: Instagram/gideonhermosa
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It's safe to say that many young girls dream of having a grand 18th birthday. They don't shy away from going all out when it comes to their special day—you can only turn 18 once, after all! 

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For example, one Pinay teen named Raya recently marked her coming-of-age with the prettiest, most lavish debut inspired by Disney's Tangled. Designed by none other than Gideon Hermosa, the party was straight from a fairytale with its ultra-dreamy decor! 

In a short reel about Raya's special night, Gideon gave us a sneak peek of the whimsical celebration. "Inspired by the animated Disney film, Tangled, our debutant steps into a new world filled with floating lanterns and lavender flowers in full boom as she is. A modern take on a fairytale that is all about taking the next step and setting out on a new adventure," he captioned the video. 

Borrowing notable elements from the film, Gideon transformed the venue into a magical space brimming with pastel-hued flower arrangements, floating lanterns, and countless candles. Everything looked absolutely stunning, from the lush greeneries to the banquet-style tables!  

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Of course, the debutante herself was dressed in an elegant gown fit for teen royalty. Her princess-like garb was adorned with sparkly silver accents that also complemented her flawless soft glam look. 

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Netizens also took notice of Raya's grand debut and congratulated Gideon's team for planning out such a beautiful event. Even celebrities like Kathryn Bernardo and KC Concepcion liked Gideon's reel on Instagram! 

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We hope you had a ball, Raya! 

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