Just when the world thinks that girls are all about prissy fashion blogging these days, Aliya surprises us with fireworks.

A fashion model, TV host, photographer, blogger, who can sing, dance, write, and draw, it’s difficult to say what else Aliya does not have.  I guess the better way to coin it is “ she CAN do it all”, especially when she puts her mind to it.  And she does every single thing beautifully, gracefully, and amiably.

A licensed librarian by profession, Aliya makes sure that everything she does is fueled by passion and strengthened by her faith.  Her foundation for war-stricken children in Cotabato, Kids for Peace,  is one of the many testaments of her grateful heart and generous soul.  

Being her person gives me that amazing blessing of being able to witness and contribute to her growth in Life’s every aspect.  As a person, I am thankful for all the blessings that Iya is to this world.  As her friend, I am mighty proud of her trials and tribulations.  

As a spectator, I am grateful for her fireworks.

-Kristian Marquerite Aquino-Banez

Photos and compositions by Iya Agbon otherwise specified. These CANNOT be used WITHOUT permission. She will hunt you for life.