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Miss Universe Philippines: National Costume Gone Awry?

In a dazzling display of national pride, Michelle Dee’s choice of a national costume for the Miss Universe Pageant left many scratching their heads. 

A tribute to her role as an armed forces reservist, the outfit featured an airplane perched precariously on her shoulders. Because, of course, nothing screams “Philippine culture” like a random aircraft.

One might wonder if the costume designer mistook the Miss Universe stage for a runway at Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Did Philippine Airlines infuse funds for this costume as damage control for its passenger woes?

But wait, there’s more! The Department of Tourism managed to sneak in their “Love the Philippines” campaign amidst what can only be described as questionable artwork—more like graffiti gone wrong. 

Perhaps next time, our Miss U candidate could roll in on a jeepney, a true symbol of Filipino culture, and take home the crown for the most creative interpretation of a national costume. 

After all, who needs an airplane when you can have a traffic jam on stage?

OPINION: What Went Wrong With Michelle Dee’s Dark Green Evening Gown At Miss Universe Preliminaries

In a stunning display of fashion foibles, the dark blue stage backdrop at the Miss Universe Preliminaries managed to overshadow Michelle Dee’s otherwise radiant evening gown. 

The dark green hue of her dress, a color meant to dazzle and captivate, sadly fell victim to the chromatic conspiracy. Against the deep blue abyss, her gown’s vibrancy vanished, leaving onlookers to question if she had opted for invisibility chic. 

Perhaps unaware that dark green and deep blue are mortal enemies on the color wheel, Michelle’s gown failed to stand out like a gem in a sea of sapphires. 

Look how dark green radiates amid a sea of white: