A Fashionably Balanced Life

Maria Benipayo a constant siren you see and hear about that gives such a glow in the local Fashion industry from the late 80’ up to now. She is also known as a Fashion Design teacher in the School of Fashion and Art (SOFA ), she has recently dabbled into a television role where she portrays a Mom in a teleserye series. When we asked how the gorgeous 45 year old keeps her beauty and body in tip top shape, as well as her thoughts on plastic surgery, she shared simple yet very truthful words:

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• You must make sure that you maintain a simple life, do only what is vital and stay feeling young.

• G et lots of exercise and try to focus on other aspects of your life.

• Keep the right kind of lifestyle and master the right kind of habit, such as getting enough sleep, because staying up late dries up your skin.

• Running and eating vegetables. O ur body must be maintained after all.

• But also make sure you aren’t too strict, after all we still need to let loose a little and enjoy the good life!

• I wouldn’t consider plastic surgery but for those who want it and can afford it, go for it.

Because of Marina’s love of work and continuous personal evolution where she seeks new ventures and takes risks, she took on a role as a mother in a popular teleserye early this year. But one title she holds gold is being a wellknown Supermodel. This role is a spiritual journey for her where she wears clothes not only for the sake of wearing it, but by also showcasing the designer’s work of art. Years of experience on the runway and high respect for the designers helped her hone her modeling skills.

When she looks back at the early years of her career in the Fashion industry, she fondly recalls how she practically dances down the runway where she cues her walk to the ramp to the beat of the sound and that during her time, friendship and business were pleasantly mixed which made it an enjoyable setting.

She has also emphasized that she treats her walk in the ramp as good as her last show. This is definitely something to keep in mind especially for those who would like to make it big just like her.

These days, Marina can be found teaching Fashion Design in SOFA , which she has been doing for the past 3 years. H ere she shares her knowledge in styling, work

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Finally, Marina states that up until now, she aims to always have the feeling of accomplishment. That is an element that will surely keep one’s life fashionably balanced.

“...also make sure you aren’t too strict, after all we still need to let loose a little and enjoy the good life!”

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