Heart Evangelista. Image: Instagram/@gideonhermosa
Heart Evangelista was overwhelmed with delight after Filipino fashion designer Michael Leyva organized a surprise birthday party for her, days before she turns 40 on Feb. 14.
The actress-fashion personality had an early birthday celebration at a rooftop with a monochromatic display of deep red structures, florals and flowing drapes, as seen on set designer Gideon Hermosa’s Instagram page last Sunday, Feb. 9.
Evangelista teared up in surprise as she was welcomed by her loved ones and close friends to the intimate event.
“A heartfelt surprise birthday party, beautifully orchestrated and hosted by Michael Leyva for the gorgeous and ever-loving, Heart. [We] had the honor to design this space that celebrates our Valentine’s girl!” Hermosa said in the caption, adding that the decorations were inspired by Evangelista’s birth month and vibrant life.
The birthday party was also documented by Nice Print Photography through a video on its Instagram page.
Top influencer
Meanwhile, Evangelista was named as one of the top influencers of Haute Couture SS25, as per data released by influencer marketing platform Lefty.
Evangelista placed fifth on the list with $2.89 million earned media value (EMV).
Topping the list was K-pop star Jennie with $16.85 million EMV, followed by American reality star Kylie Jenner with $7.57 million EMV. K-pop star Jisoo and fashion model Kendall Jenner respectively earned the third and fourth spots.