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Bianca Umali reveals artistry behind her GMA Gala 2025 outfit
Bianca Umali turned heads at the GMA Gala 2025, and a week after the star-studded event, she's giving a closer look at the artistry behind her stunning two-piece ensemble.
On Instagram, the Kapuso Prime Gem shared a reel documenting the creation of her custom look by Filipino designer Jerome Lorico.
"What you see here is more than just an outfit—it's the culmination of craftsmanship, heritage, and vision," Bianca wrote.
As seen on the reel, her top was sculpted from real capiz shells, each hand-cut, sanded, and molded directly on her body. The result was a shimmering piece that Bianca described as "armor and adornment in one."
Meanwhile, the skirt was crafted from handwoven cotton and gold thread with piña cloth.
"Every pleat and panel [were] designed to flow with my stride, to catch the air in moments of stillness and in motion," she said.
To complete the look, Bianca carried a handmade bag that echoed the materials and tones of her outfit, "tying every element into a cohesive visual story."
According to Bianca, the result of her GMA Gala 2025 outfit was a reminder of why "fashion is an art form."
"One that requires patience, collaboration, and a deep respect for both culture and craft," she said.
"Wearing it feels like carrying the hands, hearts, and history of those who made it possible," she added.
Bianca currently stars as Terra in "Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre." It airs on GMA Network from Mondays to Fridays at 8 p.m. after "24 Oras." You can also watch it online via the Kapuso Stream on YouTube.
—Hermes Joy Tunac/MGP, GMA Integrated News
