At the 2025 State of the Nation Address, style and substance shared the spotlight as fashion icons Heart Evangelista and Pia Wurtzbach commanded attention with their refined take on Filipiniana dressing — turning the political gathering into a veritable runway of modern patriotism.

Heart Evangelista, ever the style maven, made a regal entrance in not one but two custom creations by Michael Leyva. For the morning session at the Senate, she wore a crisp, structured barong top paired with a handwoven Filipiniana skirt — a look that exuded quiet sophistication and honored Filipino textile craftsmanship. Later in the day, she transitioned into a second Leyva ensemble: a dreamy full-length Filipiniana dress, showcasing the designer’s signature fluid tailoring and feminine drama. As the wife of re-elected Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero, Heart’s presence was not only expected — it was celebrated.

Meanwhile, Pia Wurtzbach made a surprise appearance that blended power and poise in equal measure. The Miss Universe 2015 titleholder opted for a sleek, all-white modern Filipiniana pantsuit—an ensemble that echoed both elegance and empowerment. Accompanying OWWA chief Patricia Yvonne “PY” Caunan, Pia represented her advocacy for the welfare of overseas Filipino workers with quiet strength and unmistakable grace. Her look redefined traditional dressing with a contemporary edge, embodying the global Filipina she has always championed.

Together, Heart and Pia proved that the modern Filipiniana is not just a fashion statement — it is a declaration of identity, influence, and national pride.