The Vietnamese representative's national costume was inspired by the image of Hai Ba Trung and will be performed by her in a completely new competition at Miss Earth.
In the new photo series, Vietnam's representative - runner-up Ha Thu - introduces the outfit she will bring to the international beauty arena. The outfit is not too elaborate but has a strong traditional style, creating the image of a Vietnamese woman of the past full of charisma. The shirt is a blend of modern materials and hand-stitching techniques to create new features, but still fully expresses the majestic spirit of a female general.
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| The Miss Earth 2017 contest, themed Heroines Fighting Climate Change, required contestants to prepare an outfit inspired by female warriors from their country. Each contestant’s national costume must highlight the image of a strong, individual woman, especially true to the theme: Being a pioneer, leading the way in calling for climate change prevention and environmental protection. |
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| The skirt uses brocade - a traditional Vietnamese material - combined with ethnic patterns to create a whole that fully encompasses Vietnam. The outfit is embellished with 100% handmade accessories. The highlight is also the headdress made of zinc and coated with copper paint. |
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| Designer Nguyen Minh Cong - who designed the outfit for Ha Thu - shared: "The outfit does not carry any specific image. It is a convergence of traditional beauty and the spirit of ancient women. It can help to evoke the image of a majestic Lady Trieu, the Trung Sisters riding an elephant to fight the enemy or a tenacious Bui Thi Xuan..." |
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| “After listening to the inspiration and meaning of the costume, and understanding it better, Thu feels proud to wear it. Ha Thu herself always admires the image of female warriors and heroes of Vietnam in the past and hopes that through this costume, she can somehow convey the flame of heroic spirit to the younger generation, including Thu. Thu hopes that this costume will receive the love and support of both Vietnamese and international audiences,” the runner-up said. |
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| Ha Thu's full name is Le Thi Ha Thu, won the first runner-up prize in the Miss Ocean 2014 contest. With a height of 1m71, three-round measurements of 85-60-90, and a beautiful, elegant face, Ha Thu is a bright name in beauty contests. In 2015, this beauty had the honor of participating in the Miss Intercontinental contest. This year, Ha Thu was honored to be chosen as the representative of Vietnam to participate in the Miss Earth contest, held in the Philippines. |
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