Village Pipol Magazine celebrated its 19th anniversary with an evening of fashion, entertainment, and glamour at its Anniversary Gala Night 2026, held on October 17 at The Boiler Room, Riverbanks Center, Marikina City. Guided by the theme “High Fashion Halloween Glam,” the event gathered industry partners, media personalities, influencers, and distinguished guests to commemorate nearly two decades of storytelling, style, and multimedia publishing.
The celebration reflected the magazine’s journey in covering travel, lifestyle, technology, and entertainment while paying tribute to the partners and personalities who have played a significant role in its continued growth.
Miss Jay-Ann Graces the 19th Anniversary Cover
One of the evening’s most anticipated moments was the unveiling of Miss Jay-Ann Claire Bincal as Village Pipol Magazine’s 19th anniversary cover star. The milestone cover highlights her journey as the founder and CEO of Purse Maison, a luxury resale business that grew from her passion for bags into a brand grounded in authenticity, trust, and entrepreneurship.
The feature traces her transition from a career in accounting to establishing her own business ventures, including Purse Maison and CHARLÉ, her bag brand developed alongside business partners Anna Magkawas and Mary Cruz. It also delves into her views on confidence, financial independence, and building a lasting legacy while remaining faithful to her values.
Her cover feature added a meaningful dimension to the anniversary celebration, honoring Miss Jay-Ann’s entrepreneurial achievements and sharing the inspiring story behind the woman gracing the magazine’s milestone issue.
A Night of Fashion, Entertainment, and Glamour
Guests embraced the evening’s theme with imaginative, high-fashion Halloween ensembles, creating a striking display of style and individuality. Setting the tone for the glamorous affair, Rising Design PH welcomed attendees with a red carpet experience that made every arrival memorable.
The event’s atmosphere was further elevated by the creative contributions of its partners. Design Therapy handled the venue styling, while 8 Banquet Co. served as the official catering partner. PROSHOT ConceptStudio provided the glam booth, and Cocoon Studio documented the evening through red carpet photography. Guests also enjoyed the Parallel Blooms Photobooth, while BUENO Mobile Bar served as the event’s mobile bar partner.
Together, these collaborators helped transform the gala into a fashion-forward celebration, bringing the evening’s distinctive theme to life through thoughtfully curated details and memorable guest experiences.
Drag Excellence
Bringing excitement and spectacle to the gala, House of Brent delivered a dynamic drag performance that showcased its signature flair. The presentation added another layer of entertainment to the evening, celebrating the artistry, creativity, and individuality that made the anniversary celebration stand out.
Katana also took the stage for a special performance, providing another highlight in the evening’s program. Complementing the gala’s bold and expressive theme, the performance brought together music, fashion, and artistic talent in a vibrant celebration of creativity.
Recognizing the Partners and Brands Behind the Milestone
Village Pipol Magazine extends its heartfelt appreciation to the brands and partners whose support helped make its 19th Anniversary Gala Night possible.
Special thanks go to the publication’s Gold Sponsors: Careline, Peculiar, Sharp, Hotel Sogo, and Hotel Dreamworld; Silver Sponsors: Eurotel, Apo View Hotel, and TECNO; and Bronze Sponsors: ASUS, Hotel 101, Gluta-C, Infinix, Xiaomi, OPPO, Maya, Manulife, Anker, Jollibee, Foodpanda, Pay & Go, New Moon, and Universal Robina.
Their invaluable contributions helped bring the celebration to life, making the evening a memorable gathering of fashion, entertainment, and meaningful industry partnerships. As Village Pipol Magazine marks 19 years of storytelling, it recognizes the importance of these collaborations and expresses its gratitude to the sponsors who joined in celebrating this significant milestone.
Celebrating 19 Years and Looking Toward the Future
Village Pipol Magazine’s 19th Anniversary Gala Night celebrated more than the publication’s longevity. It honored the people, partnerships, and creative endeavors that have shaped its identity and contributed to nearly two decades of storytelling.
As the magazine looks forward to its 20th year, the celebration reaffirmed its commitment to bringing compelling stories, inspiring personalities, and memorable experiences to readers across its multimedia platforms.
