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The Best-Dressed Women at the 2026 MEGA Ball: Fashion + Film

Already stars in their own right, these best-dressed women each delivered an unforgettable red carpet moment at the 16th annual MEGA Ball.

By Anya Oxyn June 14, 2026

Fashion. Film. Two distinctly different artistic mediums, yet still intertwined by their ability to convey a powerful story that can endure for generations. This year’s MEGA Ball: Fashion + Film called for guests to proudly wear the creations of Filipino fashion designers. And on a night where the brilliance of local talent and Philippine craftsmanship was celebrated, these glamorous women and their style truly left a lasting impression.

Heart Evangelista

Sarah Lahbati

Ashtine Olviga

Kyline Alcantara

Cassy Legaspi

Niana Guerrero

Shuvee Etrata

Shuvee Entrata in Francis Libiran; Styled by Cath Sobrevega, Riri Verano, and Jem Arboleda

AZ Martinez

Erica Dee

Dolly De Leon

Iza Calzado

Michelle Dee

Pia Marie Yanson

Mandy Romero

Bela Padilla

Photographed by MAGIC LIWANAG, MIKE GELLA, KIM ANGELA SANTOS, and EXCEL PANLAQUE, Art Direction by BRIE VENTURA and TROY NONATO, Production Design by JAGGER STUDIOS.

Special thanks to Makati Shangri-La, Sunsilk, Dove, Purse Maison, Iqos, Zyn, BingoPlus, Jhaena Jewels, RPS Aesthetics, Clear Men, Awesam Smile Dental Clinic, Luxe Beauty and Wellness Group, Tadhana and Taglish Seafood Steakhouse, Nyctophile Mixology and Bar Hosting, The Black Box Mobile Cocktail Bar, The Glam Hall Decor, and Illo’s Group Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who were the best-dressed women at the 2026 MEGA Ball?

The 2026 MEGA Ball’s standout red carpet looks came from Heart Evangelista, Dolly De Leon, Michelle Dee, Iza Calzado, and Kyline Alcantara, among others. All attendees were dressed in gowns by Filipino fashion designers in line with the event’s Fashion + Film theme.

Which Filipino designers were featured at the 2026 MEGA Ball red carpet?

The 2026 MEGA Ball red carpet featured gowns by Michael Leyva, Mark Bumgarner, Francis Libiran, Rajo Laurel, Dennis Lustico, Anthony Ramirez, AJ Javier, Bonita Penaranda, Patty Ang, and Andrea Tetangco, showcasing the breadth of contemporary Filipino fashion design.

What was the dress code or theme for the 2026 MEGA Ball?

The 2026 MEGA Ball: Fashion + Film called for guests to wear original creations by Filipino fashion designers, centering the event on the strength of local talent and Philippine craftsmanship within a fashion-meets-cinema context.

What did Heart Evangelista wear to the 2026 MEGA Ball?

Heart Evangelista wore a gown by Michael Leyva, accessorized with pieces from her own label Heart Jewels. Her look was styled by Iza Sim for the 2026 MEGA Ball: Fashion + Film.

What did Dolly De Leon wear to the 2026 MEGA Ball?

Dolly De Leon wore a Mark Bumgarner gown paired with BVLGARI jewelry at the 2026 MEGA Ball, continuing her recognition as one of the Philippines’ most consistently well-dressed public figures on the red carpet.

Anya Oxyn

Senior Fashion Writer

Formerly a stylist who immersed herself intimately within the Philippine fashion circuit for over three years, Anya has refined her transformative, hands-on experience into an insightful voice for MEGA Asia as a Senior Fashion Writer.

Her editorial pursuit possesses three facets: her time as an essayist during her education at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, her extensive experience in digital media and strategic storytelling, and her belief that fashion has a beating heart deeply intertwined with art, culture, society, and humanity itself that is worth uncovering.

Anya’s versatile pen spans a dynamic range of subjects, including emerging local designers, global luxury houses, beauty trends, film and television fashion analysis, cultural op-eds, major events, and beyond.

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