Miss Philippines Michelle Marquez Dee attends the 72nd Miss Universe Competition - National Costume Show at Gimnasio Nacional Jose Adolfo Pineda on November 16, 2023 in San Salvador, El Salvador.

At Miss Universe 2024, it was all those things — and much more — as the annual pageant kicked off with its flamboyant national costume competition Thursday evening.

Miss Bulgaria Elena Vian dressed as a rose, her country’s national flower, for the Miss Universe stage — but she gave it a fierce twist. Miss Bulgaria 2024.

At Miss Universe 2024, it was all those things — and much more — as the annual pageant kicked off with its flamboyant national costume competition Thursday evening.

Filipino-American R’Bonney Gabriel sported an out-of-this-world look for her national costume when she represented the USA at Miss Universe 2022, where she ended up winning the highly coveted title.

During this part of the pageant, contestants dress up in a costume that best represents their country, and it's always super entertaining. Here's how everyone dressed this year... 1.Miss Switzerland ...

The 73rd Miss Universe Competition is currently underway in Mexico City, Mexico. A record-breaking 130 contestants from around the world are participating, competing for the crown currently held ...