10 of the most impressive National Costume that was presented at the 2023 Miss Universe© Getty Images

10 of the most impressive National Costume that was presented at the 2023 Miss Universe

These contestants wowed us with their extravagant, intricate, creative, and genius ensembles


Senior Writer
JANUARY 12, 2023 11:26 AM EST

The national costume competition is one of the most culturally rich parts of the Miss Universe pageant. During the show, each candidate and country have a few seconds to showcase the beauty of their land, what makes them unique and what they are most proud of.

Ahead of the final coronation night on Saturday, January 14, in New Orleans, some contestants wowed us with their extravagant, intricate, creative, and genius ensembles.

Here at HOLA! USA, we have our top picks. Scroll down to enjoy our gallery, including what we think are the most impressive national costumes presented at the 2023 Miss Universe.

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Miss Trinidad and Tobago

Miss Trinidad and Tobago, Tya Jane Ramey walks onstage during The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show at New Orleans Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Miss Paraguay

Miss Paraguay, Lia Aymara Duarte Ashmore walks onstage during The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show at New Orleans Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Miss Panama

Miss Panama, Solaris Barba walks onstage during The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show at New Orleans Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Miss Nigeria

Miss Nigeria, Hannah Iribhogbe walks onstage during The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show at New Orleans Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Miss Guatemala

Miss Guatemala, Ivana Batchelor walks onstage during The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show at New Orleans Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Miss Ghana

Miss Ghana, Engracia Mofuman walks onstage during The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show at New Orleans Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Miss El Salvador

Miss El Salvador, Alexjandra Guajardo Sada walks onstage during The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show at New Orleans Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Miss Greece

Miss Greece, Korina Emmanouilidou walks onstage during The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show at New Orleans Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Miss Laos

Miss Laos, Payengxa Lor walks onstage during The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show at New Orleans Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Miss Nicaragua

Miss Nicaragua, Norma Huembes walks onstage during The 71st Miss Universe Competition National Costume Show at New Orleans Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.