One of the most interesting segments of the Miss Universe competition is the National Costume Parade where the candidates highlight their rich culture and history through their outfits.
In some cases, however, these costumes are hilarious, weird and insane. Here are some of the most "unique" national costumes that ever graced the Miss Universe stage in recent years, as compiled by Dane Maverick G. Padel and Merciely A. Salvador of City of Malabon University.
A princess inside her castle. Look how Miss Germany brought
her castle on the top of her head.
An effortless representation of her country. Girls just Botswana have fun.
Is it Miss Universe pageant or is this a school presentation?
Is she Annabelle or Taylor Swift with a white horse?
It seems like she brought a shawarma stand from afar. Have you noticed?
We’re confused. What are you again?
Who’s that Pokémon?
Is that a whole new world or the universe rather?
By the look on her face, she's not happy
with her national costume. Agree?
Feed the world, the universe rather. Miss Universe Vietnam
looks like she's ready to feed the audience.