Do you remember when netizens once remarked that “Heart Evangelista singlehandedly carried Philippine fashion” in Paris during her first appearance at the major fashion event in 2017?
At that time, the Kapuso actress was among the invited guests who viewed the new collections from luxury brands Maison Schiaparelli, Ralph & Russo, Ulyana Sergeenko, Dolce & Gabbana, Giambattista Valli, and Georges Hobeika.
In the recent Paris Fashion Week, several social media users observed a noticeable change in the event’s atmosphere in Heart’s absence. Despite her decision not to attend, online discussions about her style continued, with many still expressing interest in her social media updates.
A number of Filipino personalities, including Anne Curtis, Pia Wurtzbach, Kylie Versoza, Maggie Wilson, Michelle Dee, Sarah Lahbati, Max Collins, and Gabbi Garcia, were present at this year’s shows. However, comments from some netizens suggested that Heart’s presence in previous years contributed a distinctive element to the event.
Though she skipped PFW for reasons we already know, the 40-year-old fashion icon, who is known for her detailed social media content and fashion collaborations, posted photos wearing pieces from brands such as Dior and Prada turning her house into her own fashion runway. These posts received significant engagement on Instagram and Facebook, with many followers commenting on her featured looks.
Although Heart was not present in Paris this year, her online activity continued to draw attention from fashion enthusiasts and Filipino audiences following the global event. Among the reactions shared online were messages such as “Fashion Week will not be the same for the Philippines without you there,” and “She didn’t attend Fashion Week, but her IG feed still shows front-row looks.”
So, does Paris really miss Heart Evangelista?
