The 2024 Miss Universe costume contest took place on Thursday. The boldest looks included feathered backpieces, sparkly details, and daring cutouts.

Is it a bird? Is it a winged goddess? Is it a giant roulette wheel? At the Miss Universe national costume contest, it was all those things — and more.

The 130 Miss Universe participants are starting their journey in Mexico City today, with the competition culminating on the evening of November 16. By the end of the event, one contestant will earn the crown and the title of Miss Universe 2024, becoming an ambassador of beauty and goodwill for the year 2025.

Contestants show off their National Costumes and Swimwear at the Miss Universe Competition in Mexico City4, 2024.

Who won the Miss Universe National Costume in 2023? Days after the Miss Universe 2023 pageant final, the organization announced the winner of the national costume competition. Thi

The "national costume" part of the Miss Universe pageant has, and will always be, my favorite part of the Miss Universe pageant. The United States has had quite the history of some interesting costumes over the years,

This year's Miss Universe national costume competition was once again a visual feast for pageant fans everywhere as their favorite candidates got to show off their ensembles that were crafted with culture and tradition in mind.