H.E.R. takes us through her heritage as she blends Filipino traditions with couture for the animated film’s promotional campaign

Any time we Filipinos see an ounce of Filipino representation in the media, our immediate response is to speak of it with pride. Maybe it’s the excitement of finally being recognized. But maybe it’s also just the bayanihan engraved in our culture, to celebrate what makes up our community of vibrant personalities disguised as Filipinos.
With the showing of Forgotten Island, we’ve no other response but to anticipate the release of the animated film depicting heartwarming rituals we grew up with– the hospitability in large get-togethers with our neighbors, voices layered over hours of the neverending karaoke sessions, and the loyalty to our very endeared loved ones.
But this press tour shows more than just our familial heritage, and rather honored Filipino values to indulge in the spotlight outside of their country. H.E.R. makes sure to take us through an unforgettable tour with her proudly Pinoy ensembles she graces us with. Here’s some of the styling she wore that gave Filipinos more appreciation for their local artists.

Walking into the premiere carpet, H.E.R. appears to be the centerpiece of a monochromatic bouquet as she is enveloped in a stream of florals on this gown designed by Mark Bumgarner. The definition in the corset sculpting her frame contrasts the fluidity in the bottom half, an array of tassels embellished with botanical appliques. The piece from the designer’s 2025 Couture Collection renders a Filipina look without being too in-your-face patriotic, and extends this into their more individualistic approach to connecting with the identity at a subtler angle.&nbsp;

We see similarities in her look for the 2026 Manila International Film Festival, where she is once again adorned with floral motifs, her silhouette flattered by the corseted bodice of the gown. Britt McCamey leans into playing with imagery of nature, making use of flowers to hold close significance with the country’s abundance of tropical blooms, keeping her influences refined through delicate metaphors. These embellishments harmonize with the patterns throughout the lace in the sheer skirt while creating a deep contrast with their darker tones.

Following the movie’s announcement, she kicks off the campaign in this striking red number from Phan Huy’s Spring/Summer ‘26 Collection for the 2026 Manila International Film Festival. The look feels verbatim of the lush tropical setting of the film, with handcrafted chiffon leaves raining all over the strapless nude gown. Her ensemble complements co-star Liza Soberano’s dress from the same designer, adorned with beaded handheld fans accentuating her figure. With fashion statements that double as cultural imagery, this pair definitely unfolded a strong wardrobe to look forward to in the duration of the press tour.

H.E.R. takes on a laidback look for ComicCon, championing a Bayanihan graphic tee reminiscent of the souvenirs you’d buy as pasalubongs for your relatives from the gift shops in each city you’d tour around. Pairing this with a bright red skirt and some strappy heels, she channels the cool girl balance of looking like you just grabbed whatever pieces were on your bed but still ending up looking put together. But the real star of the look is in the small details, with each of her nails painted a different icon from the animation.&nbsp;

She stays loyal to her black and white palette she’s been consistent with throughout most looks for the Miami screening, although this is a bolder turn away from her usual lace and blooming ornaments. The asymmetric neckline drops into a sharp cutout along the top, patterned with these organic, almost animal-print adjacent splotches of color. This is followed by the thick, overstated belt bringing back structure into the waist dramatically cinched, diverging from the flowy skirt carrying a slit continuous to the bodice’s opening.

She is fully-fledged deep into her roots as she flies to Manila for the local premiere and dips her foot into honored Filipino costumes. Defying the gendered notions of the garment, the traditionally male-worn Barong Tagalog was disguised into this billowy mini dress that the artist has somehow shifted into a dainty piece. This switches up from her usual looks– her hair worn down with a couple of braids falling into her waves, and keeping it classic with a pair of clear heels.

All of H.E.R.’s Proudly Filipino-Inspired Outfits for the Forgotten Island Press Tour

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