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<p>The pageant season has officially begun! Perfectly timed with Easter Sunday, <strong>Miss Universe Philippines</strong> finally kickstarted with the evening gown competition, setting the stage ablaze with breathtaking style statements that brought out the absolute best in this year&#x27;s roster.</p><p>The evening served as a grand introduction, giving us the first real opportunity to witness the ladies command the runway and showcase their meticulously perfected pasarelas. As the stakes get higher, with the swimsuit and closed-door interview rounds fast approaching, our radar is locked on the early frontrunners who are already exceeding expectations. Below, we&#x27;ve rounded up the Miss Universe Philippines delegates whose undeniable visuals and magnetic stage presence make them true queens in their own right.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong>Nicole Borromeo - Cebu Province</strong></div><p>Showcasing Cebu beauty at its finest, Nicole’s visual is one of a kind. She possesses very sharp facial thirds, tantalizing the camera with one look! </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775474028380NICOLE BORROMEO.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @nicole.borromeo</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Bea Millan-Windorski - La Union</strong></div><p>Sporting a western-Filipina allure, Bea is one of the most promising candidates in this year’s competition. With beautiful doe eyes that reflect benevolence, Bea’s visuals are ones to watch out for! </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775474271613BEA MILLAN.jpg" style="width:700px;display:block;height:auto" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @bea.millan.windorski</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Marian Arellano - Tarlac</strong></div><p>Stepping onto the stage, the first thing we noticed was her beautiful golden skin, radiating true Filipina beauty. Wearing Tarlac’s pride as her sash is definitely Marian&#x27;s greatest armor in the competition!</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775474440337SnapInsta.to_658732510_18457599859098792_2406113483254142696_n.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @marian.arlln</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Roxie Baeyens - Baguio</strong></div><p>&quot;Angelic aura,&quot; she captioned. Roxie, with her subtle approach to her beauty style is the epitome of divine femininity. </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775474496394Roxieebae.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @roxieebae</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Allyson Hetland - Pampanga</strong></div><p>Representing the land of Pampanga, Allyson knows to play the beauty game very well. She can sport a femme fatale to match her glistening ensembles or contrast it with a heavenly visage if needed! </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775474571195SnapInsta.to_659144150_18574450348002487_3315880589253998945_n.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @allyson.hetland</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Apriel Smith - Cebu City</strong></div><p>Gliding gracefully across the stage, Apriel’s radiant golden skin is her ultimate asset. She is a beauty queen whose proud Filipina heritage visibly emanates from her very aura. With her striking, structured features, she is a strong contender in the competition. </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775474630097SnapInsta.to_642505847_18079000406578045_1617798806719923645_n.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @aprielsmith</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Bella Ysmael - Taguig</strong></div><p>At first glance, Bella’s radiant aura instantly captivates. With alluring siren eyes and a perfect pout, she brought a mesmerizing, mermaid-inspired beauty to life during the evening gown preliminaries!</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775474727315Bella Ysmael.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @bellaysmael</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Kath Casenas - Batangas</strong></div><p>Simple eleganza—that’s the energy Kath brought to the competition. Her beauty may be understated, but it was absolutely captivating enough to steal the spotlight!</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1775474821017Kath .jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo via @kathcasenas</span></span></span>Who are your best bets for this year’s Miss Universe PH?</div>

<p>Beyond the glittering gowns, these ladies delivered undeniable face cards!</p>

The Most Promising Beauties at Miss Universe Philippines 2026

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Published April 07, 2026 04:05 PM PHT

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Updated April 07, 2026 04:26 PM PHT

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