Lance Joseph Martinez

Top 10 Best Swimsuit Photos from the Binibining Pilipinas 2026 Preliminaries

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<p>The summer heat turned even hotter as the competition grew fiercer, with the <strong>36</strong> candidates of <strong>Binibining Pilipinas 2026</strong> stunning in their official swimsuit photos during the pageant’s preliminary events.</p><p>For the swimsuit shoot, the candidates donned <strong>Dia Ali </strong>created by<strong> Justine Aliman</strong>, paired with accessories by <strong>Christopher Munar.</strong> Their overall looks were styled by <strong>Patrick Henry Mergano</strong>.<strong></strong></p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778639962506[image] - 4333426.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">The candidates of Binibining Pilipinas 2026 during the Fashion Show at the Lagoon | Photo from @aranetacity</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>Meanwhile, the much-awaited coronation night is once again expected to take place at the iconic <strong>Smart Araneta Coliseum</strong>, long regarded as the home of one of the Philippines’ longest-running beauty pageants. The official date, however, has yet to be announced.</p><p>As fans look forward to more highlights from the competition—including the preliminary gown showcase and national costume presentation—<strong>METRO</strong> rounds up 10 candidates who stood out with the best swimsuit photos from the Binibining Pilipinas 2026 preliminaries.</p><div><strong><em>Get to know these standout candidates and the reasons that inspired them to join Binibining Pilipinas 2026.</em></strong></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Britney Angel Rubino - Caluya, Antique </strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778637899911[image] - 4409571.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>&quot;I joined Binibining Pilipinas more than just for my personal reasons, more than just the fact that this is my childhood dream, but also this is the dream of every single Calayanhon and every single Antiquenias,&quot; Britney said.</p><p>She added, &quot;And a bit of a fun fact, I am actually the first Lin-Ay Kang Antique winner to represent Antika in the prestigious stage of Binibining Pilipinas. And I know that me being here, they are already proud, and I am happy to see my fellow Antiquenias proud.&quot;</p><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Gwendoline Meliz Soriano - Baguio City</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778638042447[image] - 6138598.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>&quot;I joined Binibining Pilipinas because I believe God can use me mightily on this platform. I&#x27;ve explored different paths, working both in front of and behind the camera as a model and as a creative, and performing as a cultural dancer, and also engaging with people from diverse backgrounds through real estate. And all these experiences have shaped my story, and now I&#x27;m happy that through pageantry, I get to bring them all together with purpose,&quot; Gwendoline revealed. </p><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Sasha-Juli Belle Lacuna - Tarlac Province </strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778638118149[image] - 1742708.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">&quot;I am a proud Tarlacanian, and I carry the roots of Tarlac wherever I go. I was fortunate enough to spend some time with our former Tarlacanian queens who have represented our province in the previous years, and I was so inspired by their courage and how they brought our name into this national stage. And I would like to continue that legacy, the legacy to be able to write history as the first Tarlacania to win Binibining Pilipinas,&quot; Sasha said.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><br/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Julie Mae Villanueva - Ilocos Sur </strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778638178529[image] - 414520.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div><br/></div><p>&quot;I joined Binibining Pilipinas this year. It is because I am at a point in my life where I know what I stand for. As a pharmacist and health advocate, especially for the youth, I have seen how powerful a platform can be when it is used for education and service,&quot; Julie revealed.</p><p>She added, &quot;And I firmly believe that Binibining Pilipinas will surely give me that opportunity to grow, to serve, and of course, to have a powerful impact.&quot;</p><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Angelica Arwin Evora - Oriental Mindoro </strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778638202567[image] - 8116676.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p>Anglica shared, &quot;I joined Binibining Pilipinas 2026 because I know that this is what my heart wants. 13 long years of joining local pageants, the goal was to be a Binibini because I believe that being a Binibini is also being a storyteller because she speaks from her heart with grace and humility. And I believe that I am that kind of Binibini.&quot;</p><p>My story will always be my strength. I was inspired by the Binibinis before me, and I think it&#x27;s now time to be that Binibini who will inspire other people as well,&quot; she added.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><br/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Ain Niqyla Abad - San Jose, Occidental Mindoro </strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778638233429[image] - 1374592.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div><br/></div><p>&quot;I joined Binibining Pilipinas because I want to prove myself that I am now walking on the path that I was once afraid of. Me being here, I am able to express my authentic self in the most beautiful and genuine way. I believe that this is not only a stage of beauty, it is a platform for purpose. And as an empowered Binibini, I carry dreams not only for myself, but for every people that I represent,&quot; Ain said.</p><p>She added, &quot;And I hope as you walk with me through this journey, you see not just a woman who is chasing after a crown, but as someone who is willing to inspire a lot of people. A woman who is embracing her fears, and a woman who is standing for something bigger than herself. This is only the beginning, and I&#x27;m more than ready for everything that lies ahead.&quot;</p><div><br/></div><div><strong><br/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Jarina Sandhu - Cauayan City, Isabela </strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778638272528[image] - 3531167.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left"><strong>&quot;</strong>Every Binibini has her chapters of opportunities, and I&#x27;m stepping into mine, joining Binibining Pilipinas is really a dream come true. For over 60 years, Binibining Pilipinas has been a gold standard of purpose, and I am standing here as a living evidence that your difficult start will never dictate your potential,&quot; Jarina shared.</p><p>She added, &quot;And I want to join Binibining Pilipinas to show that when a woman finds her purpose, she becomes unstoppable. And I want to bridge the gap between the glamour of this stage and the hearts of our communities.&quot;</p><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Julianne Raine Amigo Antonio - Dumaguete </strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778638335949[image] - 4144150.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Julianne shared, &quot;I joined Binibining Pilipinas because I grew up watching my dad play basketball at Araneta Coliseum, and I&#x27;d always see the Binibinis and look up to them. And so I&#x27;m here today to show everyone that no matter where you are in life, if you believe in yourself and you stay determined, you&#x27;ll be able to achieve your goals.&quot;</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><br/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Patricia Lynn Beerda - Iloilo</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778638410251[image] - 1565245.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">For Patricia, &quot;I joined Binibining Pilipinas because it is a dream that God has placed in my heart to pursue pageantry again. Today, I do not only represent myself, but the entirety of Iloilo. I have always looked up to the Binibini Pilipinas queens and the legacy that they have left behind, how they have utilized their platform and voices to make a true difference. And because of that, I aim, and I&#x27;m inspired to do the same.&quot;</p><div><br/></div><div><strong><br/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Anjali Pradeep Kumar - La Union<br/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1778638432931[image] - 2631154.jpeg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left"><strong>&quot;</strong>I joined Binibining Pilipinas because I believe my personal mission of service perfectly aligns with the legacy of this family. But of course, just like every Filipina girl, I carried this dream of this stage for so long,&quot; Anjali shared.</p><p>Adding, &quot;But today, I am here as a woman from the province who can show that there is power with grassroots work. So I&#x27;d like to bridge the gap between small-town volunteerism and national impact, proving that every Binibini is a woman of action.&quot;</p><div><br/></div><p>Photos by <strong>Raymond Saldana</strong> and <strong>Owen Reyes</strong></p>

<p>Meet the 10 standout candidates who stole the spotlight during the Binibining Pilipinas 2026 swimsuit photoshoot, and learn what inspired each of them to join this year’s competition.</p>

Meet the 10 standout candidates who stole the spotlight during the Binibining Pilipinas 2026 swimsuit photoshoot, and learn what inspired each of them to join this year’s competition.