Mak Tumang shares meaning behind Ahtisa Manalo's Miss Universe prelims gown

Mak Tumang shared a closer look at Ahtisa Manalo’s stunning preliminary competition evening gown for Miss Universe 2025.

The Filipina beauty queen donned a form-fitting midnight blue and gold gown at the show.

In an Instagram post, Mak said the gown is titled “Pinctada,” a gown born "from the depths of the sea.”

“Draped in midnight blue and gilded with gold, it draws inspiration from Pinctada maxima,” Mac said.

Pinctada maxima or the Philippine Pearl is a kind of pearl oyster, some of which have gold lips.

Mak added, “The silhouette glows with sunburst-like rays, a nod to the iconic Miss Universe crown.”

Ahtisa also graced the stage during the swimsuit round in a striking blue two-piece swimsuit.

Ahead of the preliminary competition, Ahtisa showcased a festival queen-inspired gown during the national costume competition held on Wednesday afternoon. 

Online voting for different categories in the Miss Universe 2025 competition is open on the pageant’s app.

Ahtisa was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025 in May.

The coronation event is happening on November 21 at the Impact Muong Thong Thani Arena in Bangkok, Thailand.

 

 

 

 

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