R’Bonney Gabriel continues to embrace her Filipino heritage in everything she does. The Miss Universe 2022 recently attended the Bench TernoCon 2024, where she donned a top made of capiz shells paired with white baggy pants.
Unique Design and Personal Touch
On Instagram, the Filipino-American beauty queen shared that her top was designed by Anthony Ramirez. “It brings me back to the childhood memory of the capiz shell wind chime we had at the front door of my house growing up,” she said.
Cultural Exploration
R’Bonney, who hosted the Miss Universe Philippines 2024 pageant last month, has been thoroughly exploring her Filipino roots. Her adventures include enjoying Filipino street food, honing her bargaining skills in Divisoria, working with traditional fabrics, riding a jeepney, and even asking a neighbor for rice after cooking sinigang.
Family and Heritage
R’Bonney recently gave a tour of her father’s childhood home in Malate, Manila. During her stay in the Philippines, she also visited the Chocolate Hills in Bohol and enjoyed the beaches of Boracay.
Trailblazing Beauty Queen
R’Bonney Gabriel is the first Filipino-American to win the Miss Universe title. She is also a sustainable fashion designer, showcasing her commitment to eco-friendly fashion choices.