Stunning Beauty Looks We Spotted During the First-Ever Filipino Music Awards
The inaugural Filipino Music Awards proved that music and makeup share the same rhythm: both designed to make a statement.
The first-ever Filipino Music Awards was more than a celebration of sound—it was a showcase of artistry that went beyond the mic. It was a night where beauty looks were as dynamic and diverse as the music itself.
Chart-topping artists didn’t just perform; they expressed. The red carpet gleamed with individuality. Every shimmer, slick, and smudge carried intent and worn with confidence.
Here are some Allure Philippines-approved looks you’ll want to save for your next big event.
The Smoky Eye and Nude Lip Remix
Yeng Constantino
Drew Co
G22
Drew Co
KZ Tandingan
Drew Co
Singer and songwriter Yeng Constantino, P-pop girl group G22, and singer and rapper KZ Tandingan brought back a timeless pairing: dark, diffused eyes and muted lips. “[My] makeup is by Janica Cleto. Something smoky, but not too loud to complement the look,” says Tandingan. This contrast, power meeting softness, never misses. The look strikes a perfect live-performance balance: polished, but not overdone; bold, yet familiar.
The Slick-Back Encore
Janine Gutierrez
Drew Co
DNA
Drew Co
Actress Janine Gutierrez and girl group DNA took the minimalist-yet-edgy route with slicked hair that gleamed under the stage lights. It’s a look that doesn’t compete with an outfit, but rather completes it. Sleek roots, clean parts, and a glossy finish—what’s not to love?
“I just follow my team when it comes to the looks, so I want to thank Anthea Bueno [for makeup] and JA Feliciano [for hair],” Gutierrez says. “We tried to do a look that would inspire or make my lola happy. I’m here to accept an award for my Mamita (the late legendary “Asia’s Queen of Songs” Pilita Corrales). That’s the vibe today—just a bit retro and sexy like her.”
DNA also meets DIY: Allure also loves how the girl group did their own makeup.
The Glitter Crescendo
BINI
Drew Co
KAIA
Drew Co
P-pop cultural phenonemon BINI and Filipino girl group KAIA turned up the sparkle with shimmery lids that caught every flash and camera angle. Think stage-ready radiance: multi-dimensional, magnetic, and impossible to look away from. Angela of KAIA shares how her group took hold of their overall look: “We did our own makeup tonight, so I think you’ll see a lot of our own personality in our looks.”
White and Gold Harmony
SB19
Drew Co
BGYO
Drew Co
Boy bands SB19 and BGYO showed up in matching tones of white and gold, proving that cohesion can still leave room for personality. SB19’s Stell also mentioned that they went for a “fresh” makeup look to match their outfits. The gold accents and perfectly tailored suits gave an ethereal edge, elevating the color pairing from simple to show-stopping. You can’t expect anything less for the group that took home Artist of the Year, Tour of the Year, and Pop Song Of The Year for their song, Dungka.
Every award show has its soundtrack, but this one had a visual rhythm of its own. These artists wore their looks the same way they perform—with confidence, intent, and emotion. From smoky contrasts to liquid-slick hair, these looks showed that beauty at the Filipino Music Awards isn’t just about looking good—it’s about owning the stage, the spotlight, and the story you tell through your look. So, which of these looks are you trying next?
