Actress and fashion icon Heart Evangelista was treated to an early birthday celebration by her loved ones.

Taking to Instagram on Saturday, Heart shared a series of stories showing the surprise party organized by her close circle.

Among those present were her sister Camille Ongpauco, designer Michael Leyva, and her husband, Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero.

The celebration comes ahead of Heart's milestone 40th birthday on 14 February. She recently hinted at the special occasion in an Instagram post, writing, “Two weeks till…” with the hashtag #Chapter40.

Evangelista had just returned to the Philippines after attending the prestigious Paris Fashion Week, making this intimate gathering even more special for the actress and style icon.