Los Angeles Fashion Week presented by Art Hearts Fashion spotlighted two of the Miss Philippines USA 2025 winners as they made their LA Fashion Week runway debut at The New Mart on October 18, 2025. Sofia Mendiola, Miss Young Philippines USA 2025, and Sieli Yakoy graced the catwalk for renowned designers Shahar Sher, BFYNE, and Mister Triple X.
Shahar Shire showcased exquisite bridal wear, BFYNE presented bold contemporary swim and resort apparel for the fashion-forward, and Mr. Triple X presented sleek high-end streetwear for those ready to embrace their inner rock star.
Representing Miss Philippines USA, the models wowed the audience with their confidence and poise. Sofia Mendiola wore a stunning white gown with a plum corset by Shahar Sher and an intricately patterned black lace long dress by Mister Triple X. Siely Yekoy turned heads in a vibrant red ruffled dress by BFYNE and a chic black and white knitted romper by Mister Triple X.
The models were selected during a casting call held at Nari Los Angeles on October 5.
The most recent Miss Philippines USA pageant was held on August 17, 2025 at the Alex Theater in Glendale, California, hosted by two prominent Filipino-American news anchors – KTLA’s Cher Calvin and ABC 7’s Tony Cabrera. The event featured special guest appearances by actor/host Jai Rodriguez, Fast & Furious’ Reggie Lee, former NBA player Byron Scott with wife Cece, former Miss. Philippines Lisa Manibog Lew, and former Philippine actress Joyce Jimenez. This contest is proudly sponsored by the Philippine Department of Tourism, Philippine Airlines, Edwin and Lani Raquel, Lu Razon Design, Estilo Filipino, Events by Chris, MC Aesthetics, Carlota Collections, Waste Resource Management, Ryman, D Star Boutique, Bella Medical Group and Aesthetics, Rising Stars Performing Arts, Kubo Restaurant, The Fighter Vigor Foundation was sponsored by Bontica. Nori Rosen Realty, Astoria, LA Chibugan, Tang & Java, DMCI Homes, Arlene Rojas, Monet Salon, Lucky Brides, URFASTC, Robert Ryan, 808 Local Hawaiian Grill, Remitly, National Diversity Coalition, Charles Miku, Island Pacific Supermarket, Astoria Palawan, Mike Diaz Presents, Paco Place, SoCal Filipino, Doctors on the Go, Raja Tours Philippines, Boracay Summer Place, Uni Orient, Dusit Thani, UXPLOR, and AGAPE.
In 2024, Miss Philippines USA The Pageant expanded its platform by launching the first Mister Philippines USA pageant, which was created with the same mission of developing outstanding ambassadors of goodwill for the Filipino-American community and promoting Filipino culture and heritage in the United States.
Established 14 years ago, Miss Philippines USA The Pageant continues its mission to develop the finest ambassadors of goodwill for the Filipino-American community while promoting the rich beauty, culture and heritage of the Philippines. The many opportunities offered by the pageant include professional modeling, fashion events, and community leadership experiences.
The nationwide search is now underway for the next generation of Miss and Mister Philippines USA representatives.
For candidacy and sponsorship opportunities, visit Missphilusa.com
