Celebrated Filipino style icon and actress Heart Evangelista has added another feather to her couture cap as she was named Global Fashion Influencer of the Year at the 2025 EMIGALA Fashion & Beauty Awards.

The prestigious ceremony, which will take place on 22 and 23 April at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers in Dubai, recognizes exceptional talent and influence in the global fashion and beauty industry.

Evangelista, long hailed for her bold yet refined aesthetic, continues to command attention on the international fashion stage. Her appearances at the world’s top runway events — from Paris Haute Couture to Milan Fashion Week — have made her a staple among the elite of global fashion.

The EMIGALA Awards, held annually in the UAE, are among the most coveted recognitions in the global fashion and beauty space, honoring icons, influencers, designers, and brands who are redefining style on the world stage.