Miss Universe 2018 officially initiated the competition with a welcome dinner gala at the Lebua Hotel and Resorts where the gorgeous delegates graced the event looking ever so beautiful in their outfits and perfectly poised. While the journey has just begun, the competition is already heightened with every contestant wanting to win the coveted crown for her country.
Miss Universe 2017 Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters also graced the occasion with her presence looking mesmerizing in her black dress. Here are Angelopedia’s favourite looks, in no particular order, from the event –
Miss Universe Venezuela 2018 Sthefany Gutierrez
Sthefany Gutierrez, the official representative of Venezuela, looked gorgeous in her yellow sheer gown which hung on her body beautifully. With her long locks opened and straight, Sthefany kept her look minimal and elegant in her dress. She definitely looked gorgeous at the gala.
Miss Universe India 2018 Nehal Chudasama
Nehal Chudasama wore a Kukoon The Label one-piece to the welcome gala dinner which suited her slender figure perfectly. Experimenting with her look, Nehal wore simple stud earrings to go with the dress and the high neck also complimented her elongated neck.
Miss Universe Philippines 2018 Catriona Gray
Miss Universe Philippines 2018 Catriona Gray dazzled in a Louis Pangilinan outfit which was a short off-shoulder blue dress. Wearing Jojo Bragais heels, she was styled by Andrea Aliman and Patrick Henry. Teaming her simple yet classy look with gorgeous silver earrings, and hair tied in a pony, Catriona definitely impressed everyone at the gala.
Miss Universe Canada 2018 Marta Magdalena Stepien
Marta Magdalena Stepien, the official representative of Canada, wore a sheer laced gown which had a long plung neckline by Eduardo Ramos and Enzokoii. The gorgeous Canadian beauty just mesmerized everyone in her outfit which hung to her curves perfectly.
Miss Universe Perú 2018 Romina Lozano
Romina Lozano wore a full sleeves high neck blue gown to the dinner gala with a little embroidery on the outfit. She teamed her outfit simply with earrings and minimal make up which made her look ever so beautiful. Romina also impressed everyone with her poise and elegance at the dinner gala.
Miss Universe South Africa 2018 Tamaryn Green
Tamaryn Green, the official representative of South Africa in Miss Universe 2018, was the epitome of elegance at the dinner gala. Wearing a formal full sleeves mid-split thigh gown, she definitely impressed everyone with her look. She teamed her look with open hair and a clutch to go as an accessory. There’s no doubt that the South African beauty is definitely going to be a strong competition.
Miss Universe Colombia 2018 Valeria Morales
Valeria Morales, representing Colombia, wore a Miguel Becerra designer dress to the event with had a high thigh split, making her look ever so beautiful and increasing her oomph factor. With her hair kept open in mid parting and basic accessories with the outfit, Valeria definitely made her look stand out from the crowd.
Miss Universe Ecuador 2018 Virginia Limongi
Virginia Limongi, representative of Ecuador, felt like a Cinderella in her D-Elegant dress at the dinner gala. Her silver sequined gown made her look like a princess which she teamed up with simple earrings and tied hair. The gorgeous beauty definitely made sure she stood out amongst the candidates as she posed with elegance and charm.
Miss Universe Australia 2018 Francesca Hung
Francesca Hung, the official representative of Australia, wore a two piece D'lelle dress from the One Night Stand Boutique and carried her look beautifully. Teaming her outfit with loose curls and earrings, Francesca definitely was one of the best dressed at the dinner gala.
Miss Universe Nepal 2018 Manita Devkota
Manita Devkota, the representative of Nepal, wore a purple sleeveless floor length gown and her fans were mesmerized with her look. Keeping her hair back in a bun and teaming her dress with earrings and a clutch, Manita looked royal and classy in her outfit.