No Sona red carpet but guests still make fashion statements
The fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona) of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. featured a toned-down fashion aesthetic following a government directive to avoid red carpets and elaborate gowns. Attendees largely opted for simple, modern Filipiniana and barong Tagalog to align with the requested dignified theme.
Why it matters
The shift in Sona fashion reflects a broader government effort to project a more modest and serious image during official state functions.
(from left) Undersecretary Margarita Gutierrez, Audrey Zubiri, First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos, and Senator Risa Hontiveros. Photo: Instagram/@markbumgarner, @michaelleyva_, @hontiverosrisa There may have been only a few to no celebrities present at the fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona) of President "Bongbong" Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday, July 27, but the House of Representatives' plenary session hall was not wanting of a glittering assemblage.
Fashion once again took a back seat for the second year as attendees largely embraced Malaca ang's directive to forgo the traditional red carpet and long gowns in favor of simpler attire. The memo likewise stated that there would be no celebrities or A-listers in this year's program.
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