To be born on Valentine’s Day is quite fitting for Heart Evangelista. Actress. Artist. Philanthropist. True to her name, Heart has filled her life with her many loves, as seen from an Instagram full of fashion, travel, animals, and her art. But Heart has since evolved into something more. She is no doubt—and rightly so—an international style icon whose undeniable impact on global fashion has paved the way for Filipinos in the industry.

A true influencer, Heart is no stranger to a viral fashion moment. From selling out the YSL New Wave sunglasses in 2022 to her P70-for-4 fashion week headband from Quiapo and her newly-debuted cherry violet hair, making a trend-setting moment is second nature to Heart. Nowadays, you’ll often find her in custom designer, on board the next flight to Paris, probably topping another chart of Fashion Week’s most influential celebrities.

As she turns 40, Heart reflects on a life full of growth, reminiscing the journey that has made her who she is today. In the past year alone, she has made her Paris Fashion Week runway debut for Phan Huy, received the Fashion Icon Award at the Fashion Factor in Dubai, launched her ‘Heart World’ series, led initiatives as President of the Senate Spouses Foundation, and renewed her wedding vows with husband Chiz Escudero. Truly, quite a rewarding journey for Heart.

In celebration of her 40th year, Metro takes a look at Heart’s 40 most memorable style moments we loved from her—from her iconic Metro covers, her fashion week looks, and everything in between!

Photos from @iamhearte