[PHOTOS] 58 Jaw-Dropping, Mind Boggling Miss Universe Costumes You've Got To See
The Miss Universe preliminary show on Wednesday saw more than 80 contestants from all over the world showing off rather over-the-top outfits for the beauty pageant's National Costume Show.
By Samantha Khor — 23 Jan 2015, 11:44 AM — Updated almost 10 years ago
Miss Universe contestants this year certainly pulled out all the stops this year to wow the judges with outrageous outfits representing key elements of their respective cultures.
The elaborate headpieces, color-coded gowns and right-on-the-edge-of-offensive cultural nods presented each year are a sight to behold as the tricked-out contestants maneuver across the stage.
latimes.comOur eyes are still trying to adjust to looking at normal clothes after sifting through the feathers and glitter, but we've managed to pick out some notable highlights from the show:
Miss Malaysia, Sabrina Beneett!
The 24-year-old was crowned Miss Universe Malaysia in December 2013, succeeding the title from Carey Ng. Sabrina hails from the state of Perak and holds a double BSc majoring in Psychology and Communication.
Miss Mexico, Josselyn A. Garciglia
The 63rd Miss Universe pageant is set to take place 25 January in Miami, Florida. Ipoh-born Sabrina Beneett will be representing Malaysia in competition for the coveted Miss Universe 2014 crown.
The costume resonates the mythical aura of Sarawak's princess of the Gods, Puteri Santubong, who was believed to have descended from heaven to teach the women of the tribes the skills of weaving the pua kumbu.
The accessories that accompany the costume are faux feathers to emulate the stealth of the bird, and jewellery inspired by Iban and Kayan warriors for war or ceremony rituals.
The hornbill is a symbol of worship to the ethnic groups of Kayan and Iban and it is believed be a messenger of the Gods for prepare warriors to fight in battlefields. The bird is admired for its loyalty, rarity and associated to royalty, power, and intelligence.