Belle Mariano marked her leading lady era with her head-turning entrance at the ABS-CBN Ball 2023. Clad in an embellished ball gown, she looked every bit like a princess as she dazzled in the star-studded fête with her love team partner Donny Pangilinan.
Behind that iconic red carpet moment though is three months worth of handbeading by Michael Leyva's team, and a glam squad that worked hard to make sure every detail was in place. In this Preview exclusive video, we get to join in on the preps, from fitting to the actual ball itself. Press play to come get ready with Belle!
WATCH: Belle Mariano Gets Ready for the ABS-CBN Ball 2023
"Each actress deserves a ball gown moment," fashion stylist Adrianne Concepcion declared in the behind the scenes video. This was the sentiment that guided Belle's team as they brainstormed their approach to the much-awaited return of the ABS-CBN Ball.
"The first time she wore a ball gown, she was in a different place in her career, in her life," Adrianne said, explaining why this year's sartorial moment was extra special, "And now, we had a dress commissioned to encapsulate the grandeur and shine [Belle's career is currently experiencing]."
For this, they tapped Michael Leyva who worked on two dresses in a span of three months. Both pieces designed to reflect Belle's personality, the hand-beaded gowns were fresh, timeless, and elegant. It was every bit the headturner you'd expect a young star to don.
Her go-to makeup artist Jake Galvez also pulled all stops to elevate her look for the occasion. "This is the first time I'm doing a rose gold type of eyeshadow on Belle, and also the first time I'm doing doll-eye lashes," he told Preview. Hairstylist RJ Dela Cruz then gave the Gen Z actress glamorous loose waves and made sure that not a strand was out of place.
We can't wait to see more of your red carpet looks, Belle!
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