Japanese representative - Erika Tsuji surprised everyone when she appeared in a white ao dai at the first event of Miss Grand International 2017.
 |
| On the afternoon of October 7, beauties from 80 countries attended the first introduction ceremony in their journey to conquer Miss Grand International 2017. |
 |
| While most of the contestants appeared in gorgeous evening gowns, only the Japanese representative - Miss Erika Tsuji surprised everyone with her modest and simple white ao dai. |
 |
| Sharing the reason for choosing the ao dai design instead of another more sexy and seductive outfit, or a traditional Japanese kimono, Erika Tsuji said: "From the moment I set foot in Vietnam, I was attracted to this outfit and wanted to wear it even just once." |
 |
| "Luckily, with the help of some Vietnamese friends and the support of two designers, Thieu Vy and Pham Si Toan, I was able to wear the traditional Vietnamese ao dai. That made me extremely happy." |
 |
| "I know that many people will be surprised by this choice, but I consider this a personal expression of my affection and respect for Vietnam - the place where Miss Grand International 2017 takes place, as well as expressing my love for the traditional Vietnamese ao dai." |
 |
| Previously, Miss Japan - Erika Tsuji was also in Vietnam for a few days and spent time taking photos in traditional Vietnamese ao dai designed by designer Thieu Vy. |
 |
| Erika Tsuji and Huyen My. |
 |
| Miss Grand Japan hopes to receive much love from Vietnamese audiences so that she can do her best in the upcoming rounds. |
According to VOV
