One week she is serving aces at the US Open. The next week she is sitting front row next to Anna Wintour. Alex Eala really said "why not both."
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Photo: TikTok / @keltieknightDid Alex Eala sit with Anna Wintour at New York Fashion Week?
Yes. At the Michael Kors Spring/Summer 2027 show, a TikTok by TV host Keltie Knight caught Alex seated right beside Anna Wintour, with Capri Holdings CEO John D. Idol on her other side. Alex, in a black sleeveless dress, was all smiles and clearly having a good time. Anna, in her signature bob and sunglasses, looked just as relaxed.
For a 21-year-old from the Philippines, that is a seat money can't buy.
Which NYFW shows did Alex Eala attend?
- Tory Burch Spring/Summer 2027 at Gotham Hall, her official NYFW debut. Anna Wintour, Amanda Seyfried and Lauryn Hill were also there.
- Michael Kors Spring/Summer 2027, where she was seated with Anna Wintour.
- Calvin Klein, where the crowd included Pamela Anderson, Sadie Sink, Tate McRae and Gemma Chan.
What did Alex Eala wear?
For Tory Burch, Alex went with a red blazer, a blue-gray striped shirt and wide brown trousers. Smart, a little preppy, and very her. At Michael Kors, she switched to a simple black sleeveless dress. Clean and classy, no try-hard energy.
Why does Anna Wintour like Alex Eala?
This did not come out of nowhere. Back in August, before Alex's US Open campaign, Anna Wintour praised the young athlete in an interview. She compared Alex's interest in fashion to that of tennis greats Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka, and said:
You could see even in such a young star how interested she is in fashion and how she wants to learn about it and follow it.
Coming from the most powerful woman in fashion, that is basically a golden ticket.
Alex was nervous too, and that is the relatable part
Even with all that, Alex admitted she felt the pressure:
I'm so excited. I'm a little nervous. There's some amazing people in this room. I'm so happy to be a part of it.
Same, Alex. Same. Whether it's your first day at a new job or your first time in a room full of people you look up to, that mix of kilig and kaba is universal. She also said fashion and sports have something in common: "You get to express yourself and you get to show your personality."
From the tennis court to the front row, this is Pinoy pride in its most stylish form. What should Alex wear to her next fashion week? Give her your ideas in the comments.
Quick answers
Did Alex Eala meet Anna Wintour?
Yes. Alex Eala sat beside Anna Wintour at the Michael Kors Spring/Summer 2027 show during New York Fashion Week in September 2026.
Which New York Fashion Week shows did Alex Eala attend?
She attended the Spring/Summer 2027 shows of Tory Burch, Michael Kors and Calvin Klein.
How far did Alex Eala go in the 2026 US Open?
Alex Eala reached the third round of the 2026 US Open.
Updated September 16, 2026. Sources and photo credits: TikTok: @keltieknight | Fashion Pulis | Philstar | Philstar (debut). All photos belong to their respective owners.