10 most daring looks from Miss Universe 2023

Here are some of the boldest looks worn by the contestants at the Miss Universe 2023 pageant
PUBLISHED NOV 20, 2023
(L-R) Miss Universe 2023 winner Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua, Miss Puerto Rico Karla Guilfu Acevedo and Miss Nepal Jane Dipika Garrett (@clarissedesigns, @karlaguilfu, @nepals_pageant_universe/Instagram)
(L-R) Miss Universe 2023 winner Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua, Miss Puerto Rico Karla Guilfu Acevedo and Miss Nepal Jane Dipika Garrett (@clarissedesigns, @karlaguilfu, @nepals_pageant_universe/Instagram)

Top 10 boldest outfits from 2023 Miss Universe pageant 

Miss Universe 2023 winner Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua and first runner-up Anntonio Porslid from Thailand (@missnicaraguaof, @missuniverse.in.th/Instagram)
Miss Universe 2023 winner Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua and first runner-up Anntonia Porsild from Thailand (@missnicaraguaof, @missuniverse.in.th/Instagram)

The 72nd Miss Universe pageant took place on November 18 in San Salvador, El Salvador. From start to finish, the contestants showed off daring fashion as they walked the runway in sheer gowns, cut-out swimsuits and sparkly mini-dresses. Let's take a look at the most daring outfits from the pageant.

Miss Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacios's shimmery pink dress

Miss Nicaragua, Sheynnis Palacios, during the Miss Universe competition (Miss Universe)
Miss Nicaragua, Sheynnis Palacios, during the Miss Universe competition (Miss Universe)

Miss Universe 2023 winner Sheynnis Palacios' pink mini-dress was full of daring details. The sleeveless dress, entirely covered with iridescent sequins, had a sweetheart neckline and a short slit at the bottom. However, the open back with sides held together with the thinnest strings made the outfit bolder.

Miss Jamaica, Jordanne Lauren Levy's lilac gown

Miss Jamaica Jordanne Lauren Levy participates during the 72nd Miss Universe Competition at Gimnasio Nacional José Adolfo Pineda on November 18, 2023 in San Salvador, El Salvador. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)
Miss Jamaica Jordanne Lauren Levy at the 72nd Miss Universe Competition in San Salvador, El Salvador (Getty Images)

Jordanne Lauren Levy walked the ramp in a floor-length lilac gown with rhinestone detailing. The outfit featured a daring V-shaped neckline and a semi-sheer panel extending from the gown's bodice to its hem.

Miss Nepal, Jane Dipika Garrett's grey bath suit

Miss Nepal (Miss Universe/Facebook)
Miss Nepal Jane Dipika Garrett's metallic outfit for the Miss Universe 2023 swimsuit round (Miss Universe/Facebook)

Jane Dipika Garrett dressed boldly in a metallic gray-black backless swimsuit with a teardrop cutout. The plunging neckline made the outfit even more daring.

Miss Namibia, Jameela Uiras's metallic one-piece swimsuit

Miss Namibia (Miss Universe/Facebook)
Miss Namibia Jameela Uiras's bold outfit for the Miss Universe 2023 swimsuit round (Miss Universe/Facebook)

Jameela Uiras wore the most daring outfit for the swimsuit round. Her bathing suit featured a plunging neckline in front and back. She completed the look with sparkling hoop earrings and tan heels.

Miss Thailand, Anntonia Porsild's sheer crystal-studded gown

Miss Thailand (@missuniverse.in.th/Instagram)
Miss Thailand Anntonia Porsild wore a bejeweled sheer gown during the Miss Universe 2023 contest (@missuniverse.in.th/Instagram)

Anntonia Porsild's entirely see-through floor-length gown was the boldest outfit of the Miss Universe 2023. Silver crystals covered the sheer gown. The thigh-high slit and invisible straps gave the impression that she was adorned solely with rhinestones across her body.

Miss Philippines, Michelle Marquez Dee's black fishnet gown

Miss Philippines (@michilledee/Instagram)
Miss Philippines Michelle Marquez in black fishnet bodice gown at the Miss Universe 2023 (@michilledee/Instagram)

Michelle Marquez Dee looked chic in the black strapless gown detailed with a fishnet bodice matching the dress's long sleeves adorned with sparkling shoulder pads. The skirt was a shimmering fabric wrapping around her waist with a thigh-high slit. She completed the bold look with black platform sandals.

Miss Pakistan, Erica Robin's modest swimwear

Miss Pakistan (@ericarobin_official/Instagram)
Miss Pakistan Erica Robin in a flowy burkini at the Miss Universe 2023 (@ericarobin_official/Instagram)

Erica Robin's outfit made a modest yet daring statement. Covering her entire body, she dressed up in a baby pink burkini with a sparkling metallic neckline that almost reached the floor.

Miss Puerto Rico, Karla Guilfu Acevedo's purple embellished gown

Miss Puerto Rico (@karlaguilfu/Instagram)
Miss Puerto Rico Karla Guilfu Acevedo's sheer strapless dress at the Miss Universe 2023 (@karlaguilfu/Instagram)

Karla Guilfu Acevedo made a bold yet colorful statement with a completely sheer strapless gown. Pink and purple rhinestones covered the entire dress, shielding her skin. She enhanced the look with a purple collar piece reaching her shoulders, leaving a thin trail down her back.

Miss Venezuela, Diana Silva's fringed strapless gown

Miss Venezuela Diana Silva walks onstage during the 72nd Miss Universe Competition at Gimnasio Nacional José Adolfo Pineda on November 18, 2023 in San Salvador, El Salvador. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)
Miss Venezuela Diana Silva walks onstage during the 72nd Miss Universe Competition in El Salvador (Getty Images)

Diana Silva wore a stunning silver strapless floor-length gown entirely embellished with rhinestones, detailed with short fringes at the bottom for the evening gown contest. The bold cutout in the middle of its bodice was the eye-catcher.

Miss Peru, Camila Escribens's single-shoulder dress

Miss Peru Camila Escribens walks onstage during the 72nd Miss Universe Competition at Gimnasio Nacional José Adolfo Pineda on November 18, 2023 in San Salvador, El Salvador. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)
Miss Peru Camila Escribens walks onstage during the 72nd Miss Universe Competition El Salvador (Getty Images)

Camila Escribens's single-strap dress had a daring bodice with multiple cutouts over the waist and chest and silver ropes across her shoulder. Covered with blue stripes throughout and silver rhinestones, the thigh-high slit added to its boldness.

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