Miss Universe Philippines 2024 costume pageant zooms in on local flora, fauna

Miss Universe Philippines contestants from left: Iloilo (Alexie Brooks), Tacloban (Tamra Ocier) and Southern California (Jet Hammond). - Images from Miss Universe Philippines Facebook

MANILA: A festive display of colours, crops, and creatures was witnessed at the 2024 Miss Universe Philippines National Costume Competition that highlighted the country’s abundant flora and diverse fauna.

The contest saw the 53 delegates parading their creative costumes at the Sultan Kudarat Provincial Capitol Gym on April 28, with no less then 2022 Miss Universe R’Bonney Gabriel hosting the ceremonies together with actor Marco Gumabao.