Photo credit: MUPH

In a display of national pride, Sergeant Michelle Marquez Dee, Miss Universe Philippines, recently took to Instagram to share a glimpse of her national costume.

The ensemble is a visual ode to the ‘grand tapestry of the Philippines’.

Dee ‘s costume is made with the iconic "solihiya" pattern, a design synonymous with the tropical beauty of the Philippines.

Each thread woven tells a story of unity and artistry.

It features wings rising from her back, bearing the colors of the Philippine flag and showcasing a mural of the country's most breathtaking sights.

As she parades the nation's official tourism slogan, #LoveThePhilippines, a captain's hat crowns her, paying tribute to her role as an Air Force reservist and the boundless adventures awaiting in the skies.

Dee expressed her gratitude for the creation by Michael Barass , giving justice to a concept aimed at promoting tourism to the Philippines.

Taking to Instagram, Miss Universe Philippines urged fans to participate in the Bayanihan for the National Costume campaign and vote for the Philippines on the Miss Universe app.

The post includes step-by-step instructions on how to cast a vote, emphasizing the importance of rallying support for the country on the global stage.