On the afternoon of 19/11 local time (which was also Hanoi time), 120 Miss Universe contestants participated in the National Costume (trang phuc dan toc) competition.

Brigitta Schaback, 28 years old, appeared in a costume inspired by the wolf and Norse culture. She wore a headpiece simulating a wolf's head, combined with a fur cloak and gold and silver embellishments. In her hand, she held a sword, with a round shield simulating the moon behind her.

According to GMA, Ahtisa Manalo from the Philippines wore a design by Mak Tumang. The gown's layers symbolized Filipino festivals such as the lantern festival, Pahiyas, and Panagbenga. Ahtisa stated her desire to bring the spirit and beauty of these traditional events to the competition. Her performance garnered attention, receiving over 250,000 likes and seven thousand shares within four hours.

The 74th season, themed "Beyond the Crown," began in early november. However, controversies surrounding organization and internal conflicts among Miss Universe Organization (MUO) leadership led audiences to deem the competition unprofessional. Many contestants withdrew due to health issues or personal reasons.

Currently, 120 contestants continue their journey to win the crown. Miss Victoria Kjaer Theilvig of Denmark will crown her successor in the final, on the morning of 21/11, broadcast exclusively on FPT Play.

The costume of the Philippines contestant at Miss Universe 2025. Video: Instagram Ahtisa Manalo

Guyana contestant Chandini Baljor, 23 years old, presented a costume inspired by the image of fire.

Huong Giang appeared near the end of the show, wearing a white ao dai prepared by designer Ngo Manh Dong Dong, combined with a bicycle and school bag props. She posed next to a bicycle basket adorned with a cluster of phoenix flowers made of silk fabric and a non la (conical hat).

Huong Giang wore a schoolgirl ao dai on the Miss Universe stage. Video: Miss Universe

Itza Castillo from Nicaragua presented an embellished costume creating a dynamic effect. Her costume currently has seven thousand likes on social media platforms.

The costume of Veena Praveenar Singh - Miss Universe Thailand 2025 - was inspired by the image of the Giant Guardian in Thai folklore. According to World Beauties, the costume, crafted with a dominant yellow hue to evoke the richness of traditional heritage and art, received 23 thousand likes.

Veena Praveenar Singh's (Thailand) performance at Miss Universe 2025. Video: Miss Universe

Venezuelan beauty Stephany Abasali presented an ocean-inspired costume, featuring a silver bodysuit and a coral-mimicking headpiece. She walked alongside a colorful coral reef model and a sea turtle figure. The contestant was highly praised by beauty experts and audiences for her strong performance in various activities.

Miss Universe Argentina 2025 Aldana Masset appeared in a costume designed in the style of a festival performer. She is 25 years old and plays three musical instruments. In 2022, she was the lead vocalist for the band Agapornis.

Zimbabwe contestant Lyshanda Moyas wore a costume in red, yellow, and black, evoking the image of flames rising from the ground. The design was crafted from long fabric strips, hand-embellished. The costume was accented with beadwork and traditional patterns, emphasizing national cultural identity.

By Que Chi

Photos: Miss Universe