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Sarah Lahbati Is a Reimagined Maria Clara for the Preview Ball 2025
The actress wore a striking LWRNBRT re-interpretation of the Filipiniana silhouette.
Published on Sep 3, 2025
Sarah Lahbati took on a modern re-interpretation of the Filipiniana in a bold LWRNBRT ensemble at the Preview Ball 2025, held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom at Newport World Resorts.
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Sarah Lahbati's Look at the Preview Ball 2025
Keeping in line with the event's "Homegrown" theme, stylist Steven Coralde wanted to pay homage to Filipino heritage while still pushing it forward.
"Sarah is very supportive of homegrown creatives, and especially emerging talent, so when I mentioned Lawrenbert, she was instantly game," he shared.
"With Lawrenbert’s vision, the look took inspiration from the Maria Clara silhouette but reimagines it with sharper lines, leather, and a darker palette—echoing the idea of ‘Tropical Gothic."
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The LWRNBERT creation features an off-shoulder collar, voluminous butterfly sleeves, and a cinched waist, flaunting Sarah's figure. In addition, details such as a belt and a ruffled hem added shape and a touch of playfulness to the overall look.
Meanwhile, a high slit emphasized Sarah's shapely legs and modelesque built.
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Designer LWRNBRT's sketch of Sarah Lahbati's dress.
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Sarah Lahbati Preview Ball 2025 Look Details - LWRNBRT.
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Sarah Lahbati Preview Ball 2025 Look Details - LWRNBRT.
Keeping the continuity of hardware elements in the look, Sarah wore Tiffany T T1 Earrings in White Gold with Baguette and Pavé Diamonds, as recommended by Nikki Martel of Tiffany and Co.
Taking into heart the essence of the theme, Steven believes in the fluidity and impact that locally sourced fashion provides. "It’s our way of showing that Filipino culture isn’t frozen in nostalgia. It’s alive, evolving, and powerful," he says. "For us, homegrown means celebrating what’s ours while embracing new ways of expressing it."
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