Irms Payod-Bitzer

Late post: Mother’s Day became extra special this year. 🤍 I got so busy being a mom to my two queens, Nicole and Apriel, and witnessing their beautiful coronation journey that I wasn’t able to post the sweet surprise my kids and hubby prepared for me the night before I flew to Manila. It may have been simple, but the messages of my kids and their little surprises made my heart so full knowing they made sure I felt loved and celebrated before another busy journey began. Truly grateful for my family and these precious moments. #mothersday #motherslove❤️ #kiddoslove #familylove❤️

LOOK : Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Bea Millan-Windorski and our very own Miss Worldwide Philippines 2026 Nicole Borromeo during the Jell Life and Miss Universe Philippines event today.

GABBI’S OPENING CEREMONY LOOK! ✨ @helnanantoniades @missecointernational Outfit | @yelena.collective #MissEcoInternational2026

💌 A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM OUR MISS CHARM PHILIPPINES 2026! "To everyone who became part of this once-in-a-lifetime journey, DAGHANG SALAMAT, truly, from the deepest part of my heart. ✨🤍 🤍 To my Pasarela Coach @museph__antoniogonzales , thank you for shaping me with grace, discipline, and confidence every time I stepped on stage. 🤍 To my Q&A mentors, @shemlord , mommy Karla Supersoft & Vingenr Tan, and especially my Comms Coach @instakram87 , THANK YOU for the sleepless nights, patience, guidance, and belief in me despite the distance and time differences. You helped me grow not just as a candidate, but as a woman. 🤍 To @missuniversephcebu (@dannyozar and my LD @irmsbitzer ), the @themissuniverseph Org and the whole team, THANK YOU for all the hard work that made this journey possible. 🤍 To @_makeupbyfritz , my makeup artist throughout this journey, thank you for making me feel confident and beautiful in every look throughout this journey. 💄 🤍 To my OT8 sisters, thank you for the genuine sisterhood, memories, and moments I will forever treasure. ♾️🫶🏽 🤍 To those who quietly supported me, especially financially, THANK YOU. Your kindness helped keep this dream alive. To @nustarresortcebu , my @kbdfluxuryandpreloveditems family Katherine Basiga Dela Fuente Winley Sanchez Dela Fuente Yor Janson Senavar, MBS family @mac124 @xxcharmaineeee , @binibiningcebu family, and colleagues, THANK YOU for the unwavering support. To The @thesmithiesofficial supporters, THANK YOU for every message, repost, cheer, and prayer. You carried me through moments I couldn’t carry myself. 🤍 To @itsmiabanate_ , my stylist, best friend, and constant person, thank you for living this dream with me like it was your own. And to my family @iamemzsmith @greetdane , Rafael Smith Vernie Smith @cham.enriquez , and friends, thank you for your love, prayers, and reminders of why I started. I may have walked alone on stage, but I was never alone in this journey. ✨ CEBU CITY, Daghang Salamat. With love, your Miss Charm Philippines 2026 ♥️👑 SOURCE | Apriel Smith

LOOK | OFFICIAL STATEMENT OF OUR LOCAL MUPH CEBU LOCAL DIRECTOR AND FRANCHISE OWNER 'MS. IRMA BITZER' 'I hope everyone continues to support them in this new journey because they have already proven on the national stage that Cebuanas are truly palaban, talented, and world-class by making it to the Top 7 alone. Now that they have earned crowns, we have even more reasons to be proud of them.' - Ms.Irma Bitzer Irms Payod-Bitzer

THE MISS WORLDWIDE PHILIPPINES 2026!🇵🇭👑 Congratulations to our queen Nicole Borromeo for winning the title of the new crown. A title that perfectly reflects your elegance, artistry, global appeal, and passion for culture and creativity. 'Miss and Mister Worldwide is a universal celebration of art, culture, music, theatre, and global connection, a platform that truly aligns with Nicole’s talent, sophistication, and authenticity. As the pioneering Philippine representative for the competition, Nicole now carries the honor of aiming to bring home the country’s first-ever victory on the international stage.' Cebu and the entire Philippines are proudly cheering for you every step of the way. Local Director: @irmsbitzer Make up: @jhorondomingo.makeup Hair: @wesleyjay_hairstylist @larsocampo_ Gown: @eve.navales.cebu #NicoleBorromeo #MissWorldwidePhilippines2026 #CebuPride #Philippines #ArtsAndCulture

THE MISS CHARMS PHILIPPINES 2026!🇵🇭👑 Congratulations to our queen Apriel, your journey continues to inspire so many people who believe in your heart, your story, and your dreams. The universe has seen your light, and now the world is ready to witness your charm. Cebu and the entire Philippines are proudly behind you every step of the way. Local director | Irms Payod-Bitzer Creative styling | Mia Banate and Apriel Smith Hair | @sweenyaytona_ #AprielSmith #MissCharmPhilippines2026 #CebuPride #missuniversephcebu queens #RoadToMissCharm FirstFilipinaMissCharm BeautyWithPurpose CebuToTheWorld

The Newly crowned MISS WORLDWIDE PHILIPPINES @nicole.borromeo . Makeupartist • @jhorondomingo.makeup @wesleyjay_hairstylist @irmsbitzer @missuniversephcebu #Hairbywesleyjay #MissworldwidePh #nicoleborromeo

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞! Celebrating the beauty, strength, and unconditional love of every mother today and every day. Being a mom is not easy, but it is one of the most fulfilling journeys in the world. To all the mothers who continue to love endlessly, sacrifice silently, and inspire their families with grace and courage, today is for us. We are truly the heart of every home. Photographer: @garelsison Styling: @joseicuizon #MothersDay #HappyMothersDay #CelebratingMotherhood #MamaLife #unconditionallove❤️

Honored to attend the ECCP Cebu Quarterly CEO Breakfast Meeting alongside inspiring business leaders, innovators, and changemakers. Grateful for the meaningful discussions on growth, collaboration, and the future of Cebu, especially the valuable insights shared by Atty. Joseph Felix Mari “Ace” Durano on Cebu Province’s development vision for 2026–2028. Truly hopeful and excited for Gov. @govpambaricuatroph ’s plans for the Cebuanos. 🇵🇭. #ECCPCebu #CEOBreakfastMeeting #BusinessLeadership #CebuBusiness #WomenInBusiness Collaboration Growth Accel4U

#ASEAN2026 An insightful gathering of leaders, innovators, policymakers, and changemakers discussing sustainability, circular economy, extended producer responsibility (EPR), and the future of ASEAN collaboration. Grateful for the opportunity to learn, connect, and be part of conversations that shape a more sustainable and resilient future for our region. Proud to represent ECCP Cebu and Accel4U Business Solutions alongside inspiring leaders and partners committed to progress, innovation, and responsible growth. #ASEANEUSustainabilitySummit2026 #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #EPR ASEAN ECCP Accel4U Cebu Leadership Innovation EUASEAN

Some moments leave us speechless, and this is one of them. A huge, heartfelt congratulations to Apriel Smith and Nicole Borromeo for making it to the 𝐓𝐨𝐩 7 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 2026. ✨ You both carried not just beauty, but strength, grace, and purpose on that stage. You made Cebu proud, and even more, you made the entire Philippines feel seen and represented. You proved that true queens are defined not by the crown they wear, but by the hearts they move and the inspiration they leave behind. And in that, you both undeniably won. From Cebu to the national stage, your journey has been nothing short of powerful. You ignited pride, hope, and admiration in every Filipino who watched you shine. This is not the end, this is just the beginning of even greater things ahead. And of course, congratulations to the newly crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2026. 👑 May your reign be filled with purpose, compassion, and strength as you carry our flag on the global stage. To our queens, Apriel and Nicole, thank you for representing us with honor and excellence. Your light continues to shine far beyond the competition. Mabuhay ang ganda, talino, at puso ng Filipina. 🇵🇭✨ #MUPH2026 #UnitedCebu #aprielsmith #NicoleBorromeo