MANILA, Philippines — Last month, while the Miss Universe 2020 pageant was in full swing, Miss Universe Thailand 2020 Amanda Obdam went viral for donning an evening gown that Internet users compared to the farewell gown Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray wore when she passed on her crown at Miss Universe 2019. Amanda’s Oat Couture-made, long-sleeve ensemble was inspired by crystal-clear ocean waves, while Catriona’s Mak Tumang opus channeled the Philippine eagle. According to her, she does not mind if other candidates, even from other countries, try to emulate her. This could be especially helpful for pageant candidates at the Question and Answer portion. “I’m all for standing up for something but I’m also up for starting a conversation because that's where we’ll all move forward together.”

Source: Philippine Star June 10, 2021 09:56 UTC