Ukraine’s Victoria Apanasenko stepped onto the Miss Universe stage wearing the Warrior of Light costume during the debut. The image circulated across social networks of the national competition showing her in this striking outfit.
The ensemble features a gold bodycon base adorned with metal plates paired with a white dress that has high slits, expansive sleeves, and two crossed ribbons at the chest. A golden crown sits atop her head and a pair of large mechanical wings extends behind her, creating a dramatic focal point. In her hands she carried a sword as a symbolic accessory.
The designer behind the look is Lesya Patoka. The crown came from a Kiev rental and sales service specializing in unusual headpieces, while the mechanical wings were crafted by The Crooked Feather studio, a stage costume team based in Arizona, United States.
The Miss Universe pageant marks its 71st edition and is being held in New Orleans, United States. The final is scheduled for January 14. A notable contrast on the international stage comes from Russia with Anna Linnikova showcasing a bold collection that includes 50 000 stone and pearl elements in December, reflecting the grandeur often associated with this global event.