Very young fashionistas

RUFFA with daughters Venice (left) and Lorin photo:LoVe Shoot/ BJ Pascual

Ruffa Gutierrez’s adorable daughters, Lorin and Venice, are taking after her. At such a young age, they are already certified fashionistas.

The sisters recently launched their Love Collection in collaboration with Rajo Laurel.

“It’s almost sold out,” says Ruffa, beaming. “There are 10 unique designs, five designed by Lorin (9 years old) and five by Venice (8)—(the collection consists of) 250 dresses all in all.”

The actress insists she has not given her daughters any fashion advice. She says: “I want them to explore their creativity and not have limits. They are kids so they can get away with anything. As long as the hemline is not too short, they are free to wear what they want.”

By the way…

What about her love life?

“Rumors linking me to a certain guy are all just rumors,” she clarifies. “I’m officially single and happy.”

As for her career, she isn’t about to return to ABS-CBN. “Talks about a transfer are premature,” she explains. “I’m under contract with TV5 till March 2013.”

Rufs is looking forward to spending New Year’s eve with her daughters in Sydney. “They are excited to visit the Taronga Zoo and see the spectacular fireworks,” she says.

The fab Family “three” always celebrate in style and are dressed to thrill!

Lara’s newborn

PRECIOUS Lara, Marco and baby Noah Lamar

Precious Lara and Marco Alcaraz are overjoyed as they welcome the birth of their baby boy, Noah Lamar (short for Lara/Marco) last Nov. 10.

“I was inside the operating room,” beams the proud dad. “When I heard him cry, I cried, too. It gave me a new perception of life. It made me realize how good God truly is. Noah inspires me to work harder and better. Lara breast-feeds our baby.”

Will they allow their firstborn to join the PBA (Philippine Basketball Association) or show biz someday?

“Hopefully he will excel in school as a varsity player so he can make it to the big league,” Marco  says. “Show biz is fine, too. Lara and I will support him in whatever makes him happy. I just hope he will not want to be a beauty queen like his mom (laughs).”

Welcome to the crazy but wonderful world of parenthood, Marco and Lara!

‘Magical’ kiss

The scene of Kean Cipriano and Cherie Gil in “Madaling Araw, Mahabang Gabi” stands out in the movie.  They’ve got a certain kind of chemistry.

“At first I felt intimidated because she’s very beautiful and I respect her a lot,” Kean relates. “It’s such an honor to work with one of the most genuine actresses of Philippine cinema. She taught me to be more professional and spontaneous.”

How did he feel during their kissing scene? “It was magical,” he gushes. “If only we could have kissed more than what was required in the scene (laughs).”

What can the audience learn from the film? “That we all have both strengths and weaknesses,” he explains. “We should know when and how to use them properly.”

Personal

Muchisimas gracias to fab couple Joel and Mishel Paguio of Naomi Jewelry in Megamall (2F/Bldg B), Kim Caravana and Gloria Yasis for making me feel like a princess for a day at their ribbon-cutting. Check out  their awesome collection at www.naomi.com.ph. ’Tis the season to be bejeweled!