Miss Universe 2020: the stories behind some of the gowns at this year’s pageant

Contestants made sure their beautiful outfits also spoke volumes at the annual contest

Miss Colombia 2015, Ariadna Gutierrez, has her crown removed by Miss Universe 2014, Paulina Vega, and given to Miss Phillipines 2015, Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach after a mix-up by the hosts. Ethan Miller / Getty Images / AFP
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From Miss Myanmar’s winning costume inspired by the tribes of Chin state to Miss Philippines’ Dubai-made gowns, the dresses at this year’s Miss Universe pageant had plenty of powerful stories to tell.


Miss Myanmar Thuzar Wint Lwin, who made a splash earlier in the competition when she displayed a “Pray for Myanmar” sign on stage, was named the winner of the costume competition at the weekend.

Updated: May 17, 2021, 1:41 PM