Chelsea Manalo honors heritage with ‘Hiraya’ national costume

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Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Chelsea Manalo pays tribute to the country’s rich cultural history and spirituality with her stunning National Costume called ‘Hiraya.’  Full story: https://www.rappler.com/entertainment/pageants/chelsea-manalo-hiraya-national-costume-miss-universe-2024/

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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.

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