From classic to modern Filipinianas, here’s 8 elegant looks that caught our attention.
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As this year’s State Of The Nation Address commenced this afternoon, we saw newly elected senators, congresswomen and congressmen, and government officials walk the red carpet with their partners. And as they move past the cameras, a parade of beautiful ensembles grace their way into the Session Hall— undoubtedly leaving the spectators in a state of admiration. From floral embellishments to handwoven pieces that represent cultures, we see that the Filipiniana as well as traditional dressing is making a comeback with stylish and modern renditions.
Heart Evangelista in Mark Bumagarner
A cluster of beautiful embellishments fill the bottom of her dress as it slowly leaves minimal trails of beads along the top. A sophisticated and exquisite design made by Mark Bumgarner.
Marga Nograles in Kaayo
Draped in a piece that beautifully represents the cultures and traditions of the Philippines designed by Kaayo PH. The custom terno was handwoven by the Maguindanao Tribe of South Cotabato and hand beaded by the TBOLI Tribe of Lake Sebu.
Angelica Revilla by Rob Ortega
Designed by Rob Ortega, floral embellishments gracefully decorate the top of the Filipiniana as fringes tiers down delicately at the skirt and sleeves.
Margarita N. Guiterrez in Mark Bumgarner
Against the striking white of the Filipiniana, a trail of gleaming beads cascades down the Filipiniana designed by Mark Bumgarner.
Tootsy Angara in Michael Leyva
A modern and young take on the Maria Clara with its dainty puff sleeves and woven design by Michael Leyva.
Milen Gonzalez in Marlon Tuazon
An aura of elegance exudes from Marlon Tuazon’s design as the sleeves fall delicately on Milen Gonzalez.
Emmeline Villar in Puey Quinones
Clad in a chic rendition of the Filipiniana as the silhouette hugs her frame perfectly and a charming puffy skirt at the bottom made by Puey Quinones.
Len Alonte in Micheal Leyva
Graceful folds tucked along the waist as drapes effortlessly fall along the sleek and elegant silhouette designed by Michael Leyva.
