5 Malaysian beauty queens prove style is more than just the way you dress up

A look at past Malaysian beauty queens who have gone on to stamp their mark in various fields. Photo composite: Instagram

As the world looks at fashion a different way, beauty pageants are slowly changing too. No longer are they all about women strutting on stage in ballgowns or bikinis – or at least, that is the hope.

The focus on contestants is shifting. It’s not just on outward appearances; what holds weight is their personality and brilliant mind. Of course, let’s not forget the passion they have for changing the world and making it a better place.