Pink October

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By Earl D.C. Bracamonte

Shang Plaza, in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, recently presented the tablescape designs of artist Pinky Tobiano. Simply dubbed "Pink October," the proceeds for the said event will go to the I Can Serve Foundation to help them in their initiatives.

Pinky presented three fabulously designed table settings that won the awe of the event attendees, members of the diplomatic corps, guest-of-honor Gov. Chavit Singson, as well as shoppers who were around during the event.

As a breast cancer survivor, Pinky first presented the 'Tickle Me Pink' table setting. "For this design, I used fresh, dried, and artificial flowers to decorate the tabletop. I have to make sure the blooms will last for a fortnight, well into the duration of this exhibit."

Then there was 'La Dolce Vita,' which was inspired from an afternoon in the Amalfi Coast. The Italian-inspired tablescape was profusely decorated in hues of yellow - radiating brightness and warmth at the same time. This setting is reminiscent of the huge family get-togethers of families we see in mafia-themed movies.

And the piece-de-resistance is the opulently laden 'Bahay Kubo' setting adorned with the hand-painted plates of celebrated visual auteur Anita Magsaysay-Ho. The design, in 'walis tambo' framing is sustainable and very earth-friendly. The recyclable nature of the design pays homage to the climate change efforts that has been gaining steam worldwide.

Rustan's is a tablescapist's haven, offering myriad options in accessories and trappings for whatever theme one has in mind. Visit Pinky Tobiano's tablescape designs at the atrium of the Shangri-La Plaza during mall hours. "The table is your canvas. The rest is only limited by the scope of your imagination. And, of course, you can top it all with the right mindset and the right outfit."

Also with Pinky in this art exhibit are artists Paulina Sotto, Cares Banzon, and Cara Soriano.