Philippine national costume

In another display of culture and creativity, the 40 ladies of this year’s Binibining Pilipinas strut the runway with their national costumes representing the diversed Philippine culture. The…

Filipino national costume is rather colorful, ornate and beautiful. Filipino people lived under the occupation of other countries for centuries. That's why their national attire was formed under the influence of different cultures and got some of their features. US, Spain and Japan had the biggest impact on the traditional clothing of the Philippines. But nevertheless Filipino folk dress is very unique, authentic and even tribal, if we can say so.

Description Designed by Albert Andrada for Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach for the Miss Universe 2015 National Costume Competition held at Las Vegas, Nevada.

Miss Universe Pia with her Filipino traditional inspired gown.....truly astonishing!!!!.... :)

Now, this is what you call a National Costume! This is probably the best Filipiniana-inspired costume by any of our past and present representative in the international pageant arena! Karen looks a…