Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Chelsea Manalo pays tribute to the country’s rich cultural history and spirituality with her stunning National Costume called ‘Hiraya.’
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00:00Miss Universe Philippines 2024's Chelsea Manalo pays tribute to the country's rich
00:05cultural history and spirituality with her stunning national costume called Hiraya.
00:11She showcases her look during Miss Universe 2024's preliminaries on Friday, November 15
00:16in Mexico City. Hiraya translates to I Hope or I Wish in Filipino. The word conveys the ability
00:22to create or envision things like aspirations, hopes, and desires. Her costume honors both
00:28Christian and Islamic influences introduced during the galleon trade. The design features
00:33traditional elements like inol fabric originating from Sultan Kudarat Mindanao. It also includes
00:39tongkaling bells from Mindanao, which symbolizes protection and blessings. Manalo is set to
00:44represent the country at the Miss Universe 2024 Coronation Night at Arena CDMX in Mexico City
00:50on Sunday, November 17, 10 a.m. Philippine time.