Solenn Heussaff's Preview Ball 2025 Look Was Inspired by a Natural Phenomenon

Dressed in a sculptural piece by Rajo Laurel, it’s impossible not to be aware of Solenn’s presence. This comes naturally as the fashion designer christened the piece as the Ipo-ipo or the Whirlwind gown, a commanding occurrence that you just cannot ignore. When asked about the inspiration behind the look, Solenn explained Rajo’s vision, saying, “He was thinking about this natural phenomenon that is both intoxicatingly beautiful and dangerous at the same time.” It carries this powerful duality—something hazardous yet mesmerizing. When a tornado arrives, you don’t just see it. You experience it.

The gown was crafted using a special weave of silk and abaca, made in the artisanal province Abra. It captures Rajo’s undoubtable mastery of technique, and Solenn’s gripping aura. “Imagine capturing this in the language and in an expression that I know best,” the actress and model gushed.

With a dress that serves as a statement on its own, Solenn gravitated towards jewelry that encapsulates what it means to be simple, timeless, and elegant—three qualities that are evidently embedded in her roots. Opting for Jewelmer, according to Solenn, was a “no-brainer.” The Golden South Sea pearl is also known as the country’s national gem, and it adorned the spectacular accessories that completed her take on the motif.