In Royal Fashion

There are Many Moments in Pia Wurtzbach’s Miss Universe 2015 Reign That Left Indelible Marks Not Just in Pageant History, but Also in the Archives of the Fashion World.

- Pat Calica

From the royal blue Albert Andrada gown she wore during her coronation to the glittering royal blue Michael Cinco piece she wore during her final walk, plus all the couture and designer clothes she donned in between, Pia has indeed become a global style icon. That’s why for Speed’s Fashion Tech issue, there were no reservations or second thoughts to get her on the cover.

Speed sat down with Pia before the cover shoot started for a supposedly short interview that turned into a long conversation about her life after Miss Universe, her recent projects and advocacies, her love for video games, and of course, her personal style. Pia, like the Queen that she is, answered all our questions in the only way she knows how—in royal fashion.

FLUID FASHION

Pia describes her personal style as #EverChanging, a perfect description for a style icon like herself and for fashion itself. Her style, according to Pia, is constantly evolving. When she was still with Miss Universe, she always looked glammed up—wearing big hair, full lashes, long gowns, and humongous sparkly earrings. Nowadays, she’s trying to tone down that beauty queen look with less makeup and simpler clothing pieces.

What are the clothing staples in your closet?

I can never go wrong with a pair of nice-fitting jeans and a black shirt. I like a big V-neck, a round neck, or maybe an off-shoulder shirt. I don’t wear pageant heels anymore—you know the ones with the platform sa harap and six inches siya. Now, I can go down to four inches. I have a lot of those shoes now. And also sneakers.

How about bags?

Oh yeah, that’s something na hindi ko mapakawalan. Actually, I have a weakness for bags.

Which one do you like buying more, bags or shoes?