The countdown for the Miss Universe 2016 finale is on and everybody is waiting with bated breath to witness the crowning of the next Miss Universe. On 30th January 2017, Pia Wurtzbach will pass on her crown and her reign to her successor. Amidst all the preparations and final rehearsals, the delegates are also busy bringing forth their national costumes for the gala finale.
The latest one to add on the list is Miss Universe Myanmar 2016 Htet Htet Htun. Htet Htet Htun will be dressing up as a "marionette" through which she will represent a typical princess from Bagan dynasty. Marionette is a puppet worked by strings, and since the marionettes are controlled from above a stage, Htet Htet will be bearing a light fibre frame on her shoulders. The frame will portray the scenery background depicting Myanmar's landmarks.
The beauty will also perform a few moves as a marionette whilst presenting her costume during the Miss Universe pageant. Myanmar’s National Costume not just depicts an entertainment mode, in fact Myanmar Puppetry used to be a reputed art form performed in much esteem by all classes. It was used as a medium to spread awareness among people about the current events. Marionette was also used to educate people in literature, history and religion, and depicted a way of lifestyle.
It looks like the designers these days are moving out of the traditional national costume concepts and experimenting with new modernised ideas and trends. We love Myanmar’s concept of National Costume and this could definitely turn out to be one of the favourites for the pageant.
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24 year old Htet Htet Htun is a model who currently owns her own event management company. The beauty queen also conducts her own DJ classes for beginner students. Coming back to your feedback, what is your take on this unique national costume?