Hosted by Miss Globe 2021 Maureen Montagne and Miss Intercontinental 2022 Cindy Obeñita, the trending event saw 40 candidates showcasing intricate costumes by their chosen designers.Among the looks that made waves on social media include the costume of Graciella Sheine Lehmann designed by actor-host Paolo Ballesteros. The Oriental Mindoro native donned the mythical Tikbalang, a half-horse half-human creature, intertwined with silhouettes of the native Balete tree.
Designed by Ken Batino and Jevin Salaysay, it depicted the Padul-Ong Festival that pays homage to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The festival illustrates the myth of the mysterious 'Lady in White' that frequently visits the Hamorawan Spring.Meanwhile, Masbate City's Patricia Ann Tan paid homage to Masbate's Rodeo tradition by showcasing the cattle and livestock industry of the province.