When you enter an international competition, you feel like you have to do your best to represent your country and when you get the chance, to make the world know where you come from. Miss Universe gives its participants such an opportunity by organizing an entire show dedicated to their national costumes.
The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show was held on January 11 and people still can’t stop talking about the outfits as they appreciate the effort and thought that went into making them.
So we present to you all the participants that joined the National Costume Show and where the inspiration for their costumes came from as described by themselves.
#21 Miss Armenia, Kristina Ayanian
This costume brings attention to Armenia’s genocide history, something this delegate’s refugee family is all too familiar with. The design shows the resilience and strength of her people and the white carpet throughout is a call for a peaceful future.
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111points
#22 Miss Laos, Payengxa Lor
This costume represents different ethnic groups in Laos. The unity of Lao people was conveyed through incorporating decorations featuring tribal fabrics and silk patterns. At the center of it all is the Lao flag.
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110points
#23 Miss Nigeria, Hannah Iribhogbe
This look represents Igbo masquerade and embodies the mannerism and significance of Igbo Bird. This African eagle is highly respected for its pride, grace and an aura of confidence as she lays her precious eggs.
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105points
#24 Miss Japan, Marybelen Sakamoto
This look is called Origami Senbazuru or 1,000 paper cranes. It’s a symbol of peace and hundreds of cranes were made sustainably for this dress. The stick is also decorated with cranes and the message is clear: no more war.
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103points
#25 Miss India, Divita Rai
Ancient Romans referred to India as the Golden Bird, symbolizing the country’s vast wealth. This mythical being was the inspiration for Divita’s national costume. Of course, India’s true wealth lies in its deep spirituality and essence of unity and diversity.
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102points
#26 Miss Spain, Alicia Faubel
This look represents flamenco, the national dance of Spain. The costume was inspired by the colors of the Spanish flag and is in an ode to the passion and culture of her country’s people.
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101points
#27 Miss Bulgaria, Kristina Plamenova
The Bulgarian folk costume varies based on the season and region. Kristina is dressed in a modernized white northern costume made of neoprene and carries with her a basket of red roses.
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100points
#28 Miss Kosovo, Roksana Ibrahimi
This costume is called The Red Kerchief. In Kosovan culture, when a woman gets married, a sad house is left behind. No food is prepared for 3 days, sad songs play and a red handkerchief is placed on the daughter’s face.
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94points
#29 Miss Guatemala, Ivana Batchelor
This national costume is an ode to Guatemala. As a foundation it features the pyramid El Gran Jaguar and the Mayan calendar. You’ll also notice a jade necklace and the face of a jaguar, the universal symbol of Mayan culture.
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90points
#30 Miss Trinidad And Tobago, Tya Jane Ramey
The history of her homeland’s carnival is both jarring and inspiring. It was born out of necessity, mockery, pride and revolution. To celebrate all the carnival stands for, behold this educated jester wearing an embellished golden gown of layered strips of fog.
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86points
