Bea Millan-Windorski Stuns in an Archival Rajo Laurel Look at Miss Universe

For her Miss Universe 2026 journey, Bea Millan-Windorski is bringing a piece of Filipino fashion history to the world. The Filipina candidate wore an archival creation by designer Rajo Laurel, an ensemble rooted in Mindanao’s cultural heritage and reimagined with a modern vision.

Called the Putri, the look draws inspiration from royalty in Mindanao. Its defining material is T’nalak fabric from South Cotabato, which Laurel wanted to modernize through a silhouette that feels relevant today.

“This particular ensemble is actually called the Putri, inspired by royalty in Mindanao. The fabric is from the T’nalak, from South Cotabato, but I wanted it to be modernized,” Laurel shared.

The ensemble takes the form of a blouse with a peplum paired with trousers, offering a contemporary interpretation of itstraditional inspiration. The design first appeared at Rajo’s Lahi, a fashion show in Bangkok, Thailand, before finding a new moment in the spotlight through Bea and her stylist, Perry Tabora.

Laurel also spoke warmly about the beauty queen, whom he had only recently met. “I really, I just met Bea, and I really resonated with her, and I think she’s very beautiful, very beautiful. I love that she’s so beautiful, but beyond all that, I think she has a very good head and shoulders.”

As Bea takes on the responsibility of representing the Philippines, Laurel hopes she embraces every moment of the experience. Before she left for the competition, he offered her a reminder to enjoy the journey and trust whatever lies ahead.

“I mean, honestly, I just told her before she left that whatever happens, just have fun. Because if you’re destined to be a Miss Universe, then you already are a Miss Universe.”

For Laurel, the experience itself is something worth celebrating, regardless of the final result. With the Philippines behind her, he hopes Bea makes the most of this rare opportunity.

“But obviously we’re hoping for the best, and we’re all supporting and rooting for her. And we only truly are very proud, the whole nation is behind Bea. And I do hope she does well, but more importantly, I hope she has the time of her life.”