The Sultriest Dresses We Spotted At The Preview Ball 2026

If there's one thing the Preview Ball 2026 proved, it's that the local fashion scene knows how to bring the drama. The Manila Marriott Hotel was filled with celebrities and fashion insiders dressed to the nines, with gowns that played up everything from textured glamour to sculptural shapes and barely-there details. This year's "Deconstructed Fashion" theme gave everyone plenty of room to get creative, with classic eveningwear getting twisted, reconstructed, and reimagined in ways we couldn't take our eyes off.

And while every look was its own fashion moment, some gowns were undeniably hotter than the rest. From sultry sheers and plunging necklines to curve-hugging silhouettes and sky-high slits, these looks brought the bombshell energy to the red carpet. Here are the gowns we couldn't stop thinking about:

Kylie Verzosa looked like a sexy little garden fantasy in this sheer white gown covered in 3D floral appliqués. The fitted silhouette shows off her figure, while the ribbons at the shoulders and wispy floral train keep things soft and romantic.

Marina Summers understood the assignment with this burgundy frock that hugged her body in all the right places. The body-hugging dress comes with a metallic gold neckline and side detail, plus those strappy thigh details that take the look from sultry to sexy.

Pia Jauncey went for the ultimate femme-fatale look in this all-black number. The fitted leather-like gown featured a dramatic high neck and a thigh-high slit that gives us just enough leg. She paired it with matching gloves to complete the look. We're also obsessed with the slightly undone, frayed detailing—it makes the overall look more edgy.

Kyline Alcantara brought some color to the red carpet in this gorgeous purple dress that hugs her from top to bottom. The high neckline keeps the look sleek, while the fitted silhouette and dramatic, mermaid-like, textured train do all the heavy lifting.

Lierge Perey showed up in one of the most daring looks of the night: a burgundy two-piece set. The top and matching mini skirt feature rows of oversized, flower-shaped pieces, leaving plenty of skin in between. She finished the outfit with strappy black heels and a sparkly silver chainmail bag for a little extra shine.

Kim Kianna Dy traded in her usual volleyball uniform for a much glitzier look at the Preview Ball—and we're v much here for it. The athlete shimmered in a silver-gray two-piece, with a halter crop top and matching floor-length skirt covered in rows of crystal fringe. The peek of midriff and body-skimming silhouette gave her look a sexy edge, while the fringe added plenty of movement on the red carpet.

Michelle Dee understood the fashion assignment as always as she showed up to the red carpet in a denim blue frock. The sleek, floor-length silhouette features peek-a-boo cutouts along the sides, giving little flashes of skin while keeping the overall look polished. The high neckline and fitted shape make the side cutouts feel sexier, while her slicked-back hair keeps the look sleek.

Rocio Trillo definitely brought the bombshell energy in this rich burgundy satin gown. The corset-inspired bodice gives her waist a major moment before spilling into a dramatic skirt covered in fluffy red and black feathers.

Atasha Muhlach went for something softer in this dreamy mint look, but the mix of textured layers keeps it from feeling too sweet. The sheer overlay gave us a glimpse of the bandeau and trousers underneath, adding a sexy twist to the otherwise whimsical look.

Maja Salvador kept things sophisticated and sexy in a classic fitted black gown. The sculptural bodice has little cutouts that reveal flashes of skin, while the high slit keeps the long silhouette from feeling too covered up.