By Dara Clariza Evangelista
Shuvee Etrata made jaws drop at the GMA Gala 2025 as she floated down the carpet in a custom creation by designer Rian Fernandez.
Dressed in a figure-hugging white gown hand-embroidered with pristine glass crystals and delicate beaded roses, Shuvee exuded quiet luxury. The fitted silhouette featured a petal-shaped neckline and a subtle keyhole detail that softened the otherwise sculptural look. It took 360 hours to finish the embellishments alone, each bead carefully placed to shimmer like dew on a blooming rose.
But it was the rose-inspired shawl that stole the show. Draped dramatically over her arms, the deep red fabric was shaped into voluminous rosettes, echoing both romance and power. The visual impact? A perfect balance of softness and strength.
The entire look was crafted with a scent in mind: Surf Fabcon Luxe, a fragrance that evokes soft, romantic roses. The concept was to “dress like the scent smells”, luxurious, feminine, and commanding.
With roses spilling behind her and around her feet, Shuvee looked like she had stepped out of a dreamscape, blooming in confidence.
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