The Miss Universe National Costumes Are, Once Again, Wild and Amazing Pieces of Art
Even the boring(er) ones.
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Even the boring(er) ones.
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And a LOT more, but... CARBS.
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We have feathers, neon, birds, a pineapple, a landmark, and... Bulgaria.
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One woman dressed as Dracula, but a "well-mannered" version. Girl. That's not a thing.
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This has everything: chain mail, a boat, bad poetry, beautiful colors, and a light-up axe.
View GalleryAlbania We begin with one that is visually not that arresting, and also, I was just sorting out technical difficulties. However, yes, it does appear she's wearing a bra made of chain mail, which apparently harkens to a tradition? And her name makes me think of Tina Fey&
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I really need to start paying better attention.
View GalleryView the gallery This slideshow may seem long to you, but it's WORTH IT. I promise. I would not lie about something this important. Although once you realize these are all the things Katy Perry will appropriate with her next concert tour/album, it gets awkward. [Photos: Splash,
View GalleryView the gallery So, I've never watched Miss Universe, and now I regret that tremendously. Because there's a whole costume portion that's basically like if synchronized swimming had a formalwear element, and also, no synchronization. But you feel me. These are just the highlights;
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