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Metro Exclusive: Stylist Patty Yap Shares The Inspiration Behind Her Muses' Star Magical Christmas 2025 Looks

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<p>ABS-CBN’s <a href="https://metro.style/fashion/2025/11/23/metro-s-best-dressed-ladies-star-magical-christmas-2025-2230" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Star Magical Christmas Ball</a> 2025 was held last November 23 at Okada Manila. The ball reflected the glow of the season with its theme of “Sleigh the Night.” Each year, we look forward to seeing how dazzling stars and celebs take on the red carpet with their very own unique interpretations and expressions of yuletide spirit through their looks. In this <strong>Metro</strong> exclusive, we interviewed stylist <strong>Patty Yap</strong> about her style direction for her muses. </p><div><br/></div><p>Patty was one of the stylists who brought style to the magical carpet while still managing to showcase the personal shine of each of her muses. When it comes to her looks, she said, “<strong>There’s a touch of sparkle, but the focus is really on highlighting their natural beauty</strong>.” Her goal was for her clients to achieve an effortlessly chic look; one that is elegant, luminous, and true to their individuality. While she never fails to impress us with her style, she iterated that “<strong>more than anything, I want them to feel comfortable so they can enjoy the ball and really feel the Christmas spirit</strong>.”</p><div><br/></div><p>When it came to design elements, Patty focused on experimenting with colors and fabrics. “<strong>We used shiny and sparkling materials, plus little touches of shimmer to bring out that warm, festive holiday vibe</strong>.” She also shared that her direction for this year’s ball was cleaner and more refined compared to last year’s looks. Patty shared how her go-to designers are aware of how she works, making the process this year pretty quick. She shared, “<strong>I prepared the pegs for each look, and they followed the vision I had for them</strong>.”</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1763978131033Jessy - 1.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Jessy Mendiola at Star Magical Christmas 2025 | Photo by Remjo Debil, courtesy of Patty Yap</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Among Patty’s muses is Metro’s Best Dressed, <strong>Jessy Mendiola</strong>, who wore a long, fitted gown by <strong>Anthony Ramirez</strong>. “<strong>We wanted to move away from her previous ball looks, especially since this is her first time at the event</strong>,” Patty explained. “<strong>Her current glow called for a design that highlights her form while remaining sophisticated</strong>.” The gown’s strength lies in its architectural precision: a sculpted silhouette, expertly contoured seams, and a restrained palette that elevates rather than competes with Jessy’s presence. By emphasizing proportion, tailoring, and subtle detailing, Patty ensured the look was both modern and timeless—a study in how minimalism can convey maximum impact in red-carpet dressing.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1763974898679shanaiagomez_1763965616_3772739494101495035_385106545.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Shanaia Gomez at Star Magical Christmas 2025 | Photo by @no_name_ph on Instagram, courtesy of Patty Yap</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p><strong>Shanaia Gomez</strong> stepped into her role as the red carpet host in a look by <strong>Brandon Chan</strong>. Patty yap shared, “S<strong>omething that gives instant Christmas vibes so the holiday spirit is felt right away as she welcomes everyone</strong>.” The mini dress features a sheer, sparkly fabric that emphasizes Shanaia&#x27;s frame. The subtle train of fabric provides the right amount of drama.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1763975056318viber_image_2025-11-24_10-44-42-592.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Michelle Garcia at Star Magical Christmas 2025 | Photo by @no_name_ph on Instagram, courtesy of Patty Yap</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>As for budding Star Magic artist <strong>Michelle Garcia</strong>, Patty styled her in a look suitable for her youth. This led to opting for an <strong>Austeen Soriano</strong> ensemble that, according to Patty, “<strong>has that youthful sparkle and a cute balloon skirt that really fits her personality</strong>.” </p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1763975096061viber_image_2025-11-24_10-44-06-523.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Reich Alim at Star Magical Christmas 2025 | Photo by @no_name_ph on Instagram, courtesy of Patty Yap</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>PBB star <strong>Reich Alim </strong>was also styled by Patty in a look designed by <strong>Brandon Chan</strong>. “I<strong> styled her in a way that introduces her as a rising star. I wanted people to feel that energy the moment they see her</strong>.” Patty described the chosen look as one that was “<strong>conservative but sweet, just the right balance to match her fresh and promising presence.</strong>”</p><div><br/></div><p>Patty Yap’s styling this year proved that holiday glamour can be both elevated and deeply personal. By highlighting her clients’ natural beauty and embracing the season’s sparkle, she created looks that felt fresh, festive, and unmistakably their own. It was a fitting close to a night where individuality and Christmas magic shared the spotlight.</p>

<p>Read more about Jessy Mendiola, Shanaia Gomez, Reich Alim, and Michelle Garcia's Star Magical Christmas 2025 looks.</p>

Read more about Jessy Mendiola, Shanaia Gomez, Reich Alim, and Michelle Garcia's Star Magical Christmas 2025 looks.

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Metro Exclusive: Stylist Patty Yap Shares The Inspiration Behind Her Muses' Star Magical Christmas 2025 Looks

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Published Nov 24, 2025 05:00 PM PHT

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Updated Nov 24, 2025 06:16 PM PHT

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