Carla Gem Buyo

The Best National Costumes At Miss Universe Philippines 2026

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<p>As the May 2 coronation of <strong>Miss Universe Philippines 2026</strong> approaches, the competition is settling into its final stretch. Moving from the composure of the <a href="https://metro.style/fashion/2026/4/6/best-preliminary-evening-gowns-miss-universe-philippines-2026-1200" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">preliminary evening gown</a> round to the cultural intensity of the national costume showcase, and with the swimsuit segment still ahead.</p><div><br/></div><p>Among the standouts of the <strong>Miss Universe Philippines National Costume</strong> competition was <strong>Allyson Hetland</strong> of Pampanga, whose “Libad”-inspired ensemble referenced the three-day fluvial festival along the Pampanga River, translating a communal religious tradition into a structured, flowing design that emphasized movement and devotion.<strong> Apriel Smith </strong>of Cebu City presented a Señor Santo Niño-inspired costume that leaned into religious iconography matched with glamour. <strong>Jen Rose Javier </strong>offered a contrasting direction with a marine-themed piece based on the ecosystems of Kalamansig Marine Sanctuary, using layered textures and aquatic colors to reflect biodiversity and environmental awareness.</p><div><br/></div><p>Below, find the rest of our favorites from the Miss Universe Philippines National Costume competition. Stay tuned on <a href="https://metro.style/fashion" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Metro.Style</a> for our full MUPH coverage.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Felicia Aldana of Bacoor</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: John Hubert Capito</p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:814px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776386999279Bacoor.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Apriel Smith of Cebu City</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Art Don</p><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/1776387032318Cebu City.jpeg" style="width:960px;height:auto" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Nicole Borromeo of Cebu Province</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Art Don</p><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/1776387117477Cebu Province.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><strong><br/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Clarissa Westram of Cotabato Province</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: RL Omadie</p><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/1776387143977Cotabato Province.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Charieze Cacayorin of Ilocos Norte (Filipino Society of Hawaii)</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Mark Castillo Manoguid</p><div style="text-align:left"><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/1776387182340Ilocos Norte.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Nickylyn Tigres Jutay of Iloilo Province</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Al Manases Alcoran</p><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/1776391308945[image] - 4563524.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Bea Millan Windorski of La Union</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Axel Que<strong></strong><br/></p><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/1776387219819La Union.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Scarlett De Mesa of Los Banos, Laguna</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Jeric Sayno</p><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/1776387250841Los Banos Laguna.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Justine Felizarta of Manila</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Patrick Isorena</p><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/1776387281718Manila.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Alex Colmenares of Negros Occidental</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Ruffy Itaas</p><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/1776392167859[image] - 4720721.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Neil Silva of Occidental Mindoro</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Arjay Dumlao<strong></strong><br/></p><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/1776387306400Occidental Mindoro.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Allyson Hetland of Pampanga</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Sai Macapagal<strong></strong><br/></p><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/1776387338439Pampanga.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Jen Rose Javier of Sultan Kudarat</strong></div><p style="text-align:center"><strong></strong>Designer: Er Stephen Alvarado<strong></strong><br/></p><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/1776387366678Sultan Kudarat.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Chrystel Correos of Tandag City</strong></div><p style="text-align:center">Designer: Simeon Cayetano</p><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/1776387404961Tandag City.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo by PROSHOT Concept Studio for Miss Universe Philippines 2026</span></span></span></div>

<p>Standouts of the competition wore custom ensembles made by Filipino designers. Who's your best bet?</p>

Standouts of the competition wore custom ensembles made by Filipino designers. Who's your best bet?

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The Best National Costumes At Miss Universe Philippines 2026

Carla Buyo

Published April 17, 2026 09:50 AM PHT

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