The Best-Dressed Men at the 2026 Filipino Music Awards
The FMA 2026 red carpet brought together P-pop stars, actors, and musicians who pushed Filipino menswear beyond traditional formalwear
Where OPM meets menswear
At the SM Mall of Asia Arena, the 2026 Filipino Music Awards red carpet showcased top music stars pushing menswear boundaries with modern proportions, tactile textures, and reworked suiting silhouettes.
Across the arrivals, monochrome dressing remained a strong throughline, but few looks played it safe. Oversized proportions, experimental construction, sheer layers, embellishment, and dramatic accessories gave each artist room to put his own spin on formalwear.
From established OPM acts to the latest generation of P-pop and solo artists, the night reflected a more adventurous approach to Filipino menswear, one where the rules of the red carpet are increasingly open to interpretation.
SB19 in Jerome Lorico
The kings of P-pop did not hesitate to turn monochrome into a statement. With pieces pulled straight out of Jerome Lorico’s newest collection, the group showcased their looks with oversized suiting, draped silhouettes, and experimental textiles.
Heath Jornales in Rubrinas
The VMAN Southeast Asia Vol.6 cover star turned up to the FMAs in a patchwork suit by stylist Rubrinas. The unique piece is also defined by its silver accessories, with details ranging from a silver necklace to strap pieces embedded into the suit.
Kyle Echarri in Jot Losa
Filipino actor and artist made the red carpet his own through a simple brown suit made by Jot Losa. The slightly oversized tailoring was paired with an exaggerated long collar, complemented by brown aviator glasses, tied together with black leather shoes and a black belt.
Arthur Nery in Rubrinas
The voice of modern Filipino R&B arrived in a vintage-inspired double-breasted suitDouble-Breasted SuitA suit jacket with overlapping front panels, two columns of buttons, and a wider, more authoritative profile than its single-breasted counterpart. Associated with power dressing and old-school glamour, the double-breastedGo to Double-Breasted Suit Glossary with pronounced lapels and trousers that created a strong silhouette. The piece is elevated through ornamental studs and a decorative brooch neckpiece.
Flow G
A shaggy fur jacket set the tone for Flow G’s maximalist red-carpet look. Oversized textured trousers, chunky footwear, tinted sunglasses, and layered jewelry pushed the outfit into street-luxe territory.
VXON in Killjoy Studios
Distressed denim, oversized tailoring, and layered textures gave VXON’s coordinated looks a distinctly youthful edge. Each member brought a different silhouette while keeping the group visually cohesive.
The Juans in Rubrinas
Monochrome dressing gets a sharper treatment with The Juans. An embellished ivory suit takes center stage, balanced by sleek black tailoring and statement details worn by other members of the group.
ALAMAT in Antonina
Sheer layers, relaxed and oversized tailoring, and unexpected textures gave ALAMAT’s formalwear a distinctly experimental feel. The varied silhouettes kept each look individual while maintaining a strong collective identity.
Ben&Ben in Neric Beltran
Embellished cropped jackets brought a dose of ornamentation to Ben&Ben’s relaxed tailoring. Wide trousers and muted tones kept the coordinated looks polished without feeling overly formal.
Maki in Job Dacon
A ruffled shirt and cropped double-breasted jacket gave Maki’s look a theatrical edge. Flared trousers and red leather gloves added a sharp hit of vintage drama.
Apl.de.Ap
An oversized ivory vest and wide dark trousers gave Apl.de.Ap’s formalwear a relaxed, bohemian direction. A wide-brimmed hat, tinted eyewear, and layered accessories completed the look.
Jason Dhakal in Loewe
Oversized buttons, a wrapped waist, and sculptural sleeves reworked Jason Dhakal’s ivory top into a military-inspired statement. Dramatically wide black trousers strengthened the silhouette.
Inigo Pascual in Jaggy Glarino
Inspired by the FMA’s trophy itself, texture takes center stage on Inigo Pascual’s red-carpet look, with a dramatic feathered top paired with wide black trousers. The contrast turns formalwear into something far more unexpected.
Frequently asked questions
The Filipino Music Awards 2026 took place at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
The arrivals included SB19, Heath Jornales, Kyle Echarri, Arthur Nery, Flow G, VXON, The Juans, ALAMAT, Ben&Ben, Maki, Apl.de.Ap, Jason Dhakal, and Inigo Pascual.
The looks featured designers and labels including Jerome Lorico, Rubrinas, Jot Losa, Killjoy Studios, Antonina, Neric Beltran, Job Dacon, Loewe, and Jaggy Glarino.
Oversized tailoring, monochrome dressing, experimental textures, wide trousers, embellishment, and unconventional layering were among the strongest trends.
Rather than sticking to conventional suiting, many arrivals played with proportion, texture, accessories, and construction to create more individual interpretations of red-carpet dressing.
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