Miss Universe 2023: 10 of The Best Viral Moments From The Preliminary Round
From Miss Bahrain’s sassy strut to Miss Pakistan’s debut, and, of course, Miss Philippines’ gorgeous gown we share all the highlights from the preliminary competition here
There’s absolutely nothing like an international beauty pageant to insight national pride amongst netizens and, as Miss Universe 2023 kicks off today, viewers are taking to the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, by storm, keen to share their thoughts on who should take come the crown.
With the preliminary competition in full swing, there’s plenty to retweet, viral moments that very well may turn into iconic memes. Here, Bazaar Arabia shares 10 of the best moments from The Miss Universe 2023 Preliminary Competition.
Miss Universe 2023: 10 of The Best Viral Moments
The crowd goes wild over Miss Universe Nepal Jane Garrett’s introduction.
The crowd during Miss Nepal’s intro ??
She deserves the cheers! Such a confident woman#MissUniverse #MissUniverse2023 pic.twitter.com/WTrmIhrlqi
— M1ss Uzabel Walasu So (@Mnl48M) November 16, 2023
Jane wore a vibrant metallic halter neck swimsuit by American designer Rubin Singer and stunned in a bejeweled red velvet gown by Nepali designer Siwangi Pradhan
Miss Universe Venezuela Diana Silva brings next level energy to her introduction.
Diana Carolina Silva Francisco, Venezuela ✨✨✨✨✨#MissUniverse2023 pic.twitter.com/NFAMXAQjll
— ♐Stephanie♐ (@StephySmilov) November 16, 2023
Rubin Singer also designed a stunning purple swimsuit with ruffled details along the neckline for Diana while Venezuelan designer Richard Ramírez Castro crafted a gorgeous delicate silk tulle gown with white crystals for the model.
Miss Universe Philippines Michelle Dee introduces herself in Spanish
Philippines' Michelle Marquez Dee introduces her home country in Spanish in commemoration of this year's #MissUniverse being held in El Salvador during the pageant's Preliminary Competition. ✨#MissUniverse2023 #MichelleDee #ForDEEUniverse pic.twitter.com/VSwMHrhuh8
— Ωhm (@jeffxcortez) November 16, 2023
In honour of Miss Universe 2023 taking place in San Salvador, El Salvador Michelle introduced herself in the native language, inciting cheers from the audience.
Miss Universe Bahrain Lujane Yacoub Owns The Catwalk During The Swimwear Competition
Tyra Banks, eat your heart out. Miss Universe Bahrain Lujane Yacoub served some serious face while strutting down the runway.
Bahrain is over the top! haha#MissUniverse2023 #MissUniverse pic.twitter.com/pjKMmt8P3B
— Mrs. Christenson (@MicahCanino) November 16, 2023
Lujane wore a couture gown by Filipino designer Carla Fuentes, inspired by “Two Seas.”
“Bahrain is an Arabic word meaning “Two Seas” and refers to the two sources of water surrounding the islands, fresh water springs and the surrounding seas,” she wrote in a recent Instagram caption.
“Bahrain is an archipelago of 33 small islands and enjoys a strategic location in the Arabian Gulf midway between the Qatar peninsula and Saudi Arabia.”
Erica Robin makes history as the first Miss Universe Pakistan.
The first ever Miss Universe Pakistan ?? the gorgeous Erica Robin ??? #MissUniverse pic.twitter.com/ebsBS4Cjee
— PageantsNews (@PageantsNEWS) November 16, 2023
Erica looked ethereal in her silver sparkly evening gown by Dubai-based Filipino fashion house Amato Couture. The ensemble was paired with a veil adorned with a mesh of crystals and stones.
The Internet couldn’t stop obsessing over Miss Universe Philippines Michelle Dee’s gorgeous gown during the evening wear competition.
Miss Universe Philippines, Michelle Dee Preliminary competition Evening gown performance.??#MichelleDee #mmdverse #MMD #MissUniversePhilippines2023 #MissUniverse2023 #72ndMissUniverse #ForDEEUniverse #MissUniverse pic.twitter.com/uLxfdmbKRn
— Yashael ?❣️? (@Dainsleif_10) November 16, 2023
Michelle‘s evening dress was a tribute to her mother Melanie Marquez, who had won Miss International in 1979.
Crafted by by Filipino designer Mark Bumgarner was encrusted with over 30 thousand different shades of emerald green and black Swarovski crystals. Inspired by the skin of a green viper, Michelle’s dress is a symbol of wisdom, power, and transformation.
Miss Universe India Shweta Sharda served some serious face.
GRABE SI MISS INDIA! Parang sinapian ni @PiaWurtzbach! The awra, face, and the energy!!! IT’S GIVINGG!!!!!! #MissUniverse #MissIndia #India #MissUniverse2023 pic.twitter.com/FvjzpEG8NH
— Miss Ge ✨ (@itsmissge) November 16, 2023
Shweta’s stunning evening gown by Indian designers Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna featured a beautiful corset embellished with wild flowers, crystals, and bugle pipes. This ensemble was paired with gloves made from metallic sequins, hematite, and cut beads.
Miss Universe Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacio was all smiles.
CANNOT get enough of these STUNNING delegates in their evening gowns! ?#72ndMISSUNIVERSE #MissUniverse2023 pic.twitter.com/XxOzLJLKJT
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) November 16, 2023
Sheynnis donned an elegant gown by Fernàn Joyas.
“With over 100,000 crystal stones, this dress is inspired by the beauty of Corn Island’s blue and turquoise waters. It represents the glow that the water reflects off when the sun caresses it.”
Nude metallic gowns reigned supreme on the catwalk.
Which nude/metallic gown is your favorite ? #MissUniverse2023 #preliminarycompetition pic.twitter.com/f1cNWkpq7M
— PageantsNews (@PageantsNEWS) November 16, 2023
Who wore it best?
Miss Universe Philippines Michelle Dee makes it into the 10 Silver Finalists of the “Voice for Change”
Philippines' Michelle Marquez Dee makes it into the 10 Silver Finalists of the "Voice for Change" of the #MissUniverse2023, as announced by Fred Mouawad, Founder of CI Talks.
The 3 Gold Winners will be announced on the pageant's Coronation Night.#MissUniverse #MichelleDee #MMD pic.twitter.com/PgpD41AfAm
— Ωhm (@jeffxcortez) November 16, 2023
When is Miss Universe 2023?
This year marks the 73rd Miss Universe pageant, scheduled to be held in El Salvador on Saturday November 18, 2023. The competition is a two-week process that typically takes place between November and January. The 2022 pageant, which was originally planned to be hosted in New Orleans, USA, was postponed to January of this year in order to avoid viewing conflicts with the 2022 FIFA World Cup held in Qatar from late November to mid-December 2022.