This year’s MEGA Ball: Fashion + Film was an event full of contrast and imagination. With attendees adhering to the monochromatic theme while also championing Filipino designers, the red carpet transformed into a runway of thoughtful details. From fluid movement to rich textures, these were the standout trends of the evening.
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Tassels Added Movement to Elegant Evening Wear
Whether cascading down skirts or punctuating fabrics, tassels injected playful motion into polished gowns.
Dropped Waist Designs Brought Vintage Glamour
Perhaps the favorite trend of the night, dropped waists offered the best of both worlds: the elongated proportions of the Roaring Twenties and an air of ease perfect for dancing across the ballroom.
Textural Floral Appliques Stood Out
Raised petals and detailed blooms added depth and dimension against the crisp, black-and-white fabrics.
Unconventional Coats Gave Edge to Formal Looks
Military jackets, cropped silhouettes, and sheer outerwear broke away from traditional formalwear expectations.
Peekaboo Elements Delivered Delightful Surprises
Finally, tasteful cutouts kept the monochromatic palette from feeling predictable.
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
The standout trends at MEGA Ball 2026 included tassels on evening gowns, dropped-waist silhouettes, textural floral appliqués, unconventional outerwear like military jackets and sheer coats, and peekaboo cutouts — all executed within the event’s black-and-white monochromatic theme.
Sarah Lahbati and Max Collins were among the attendees who wore dropped-waist designs at MEGA Ball 2026. The silhouette was considered the evening’s most prominent trend, evoking Roaring Twenties proportions while remaining fluid and ballroom-ready.
The 2026 MEGA Ball: Fashion + Film followed a monochromatic black-and-white theme. Guests championed Filipino designers while working within the palette, using texture, silhouette, and embellishment to distinguish their looks on the red carpet.
Attendees at MEGA Ball 2026 included Heart Evangelista, Shaina Magdayao, Cassy Legaspi, Iñigo Pascual, Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Sarah Lahbati, Max Collins, Skye Chua, and more — all dressed in monochromatic looks that spotlighted Filipino design and craftsmanship.
The 2026 MEGA Ball: Fashion + Film was held at Makati Shangri-La, with photography by Magic Liwanag, Mike Gella, Kim Angela Santos, and Excel Panlaque, and art direction by Brie Ventura and Troy Nonato.
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