The 2024 Miss Universe costume contest took place on Thursday. The boldest looks included feathered backpieces, sparkly details, and daring cutouts.

The "national costume" part of the Miss Universe pageant has, and will always be, my favorite part of the Miss Universe pageant. The United States has had quite the history of some interesting costumes over the years, like this one from 2022: Yep, it moved. In 2001, Miss USA's national costume was a cowgirl.

Who won the Miss Universe National Costume in 2023? Days after the Miss Universe 2023 pageant final, the organization announced the winner of the national costume competition. Thi

This year's Miss Universe national costume competition was once again a visual feast for pageant fans everywhere as their favorite candidates got to show off their ensembles that were crafted with culture and tradition in mind.

Miss Russia Valentina Alekseeva participates in the National Costume Show during the 73rd Miss Universe pageant in Mexico City, Mexico. Miss Ecuador Mara Topic participates in the National Costume Show during the 73rd Miss Universe pageant in Mexico City, Mexico.

The preliminaries of the 73rd Miss Universe competition took place in Mexico City this week, with more than 120 contestants.

Discover the stunning national costumes showcased by beauty queens at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant in Mexico.

Is it a bird? Is it a winged goddess? Is it a giant roulette wheel? At the Miss Universe national costume contest, it was all those things — and more.

The Miss Universe Pageant is currently happening in Mexico City! The highlight of the pageant, for me, is the national costume competition. During this part, contestants wear costumes that best represent their countries.