Bryoni Govender reveals epic national costume ahead of Miss Universe
The Springboks' Rugby World Cup win has created excitement amongst all South Africans.
There's no simmering down the excitement that pretty much all South Africans are feeling right now.
The pride is literally beaming off every node of our bodies. And rightfully so.
The Springboks delivered their fourth title win for our nation and it really came at the perfect time. Just as everyone has so much going on, celebrating our country through the Bokke has been truly exhilarating.
And keeping to the theme, Miss Universe South Africa entrant Bryoni Govender revealed her national costume for Miss Universe and it is epic.
Her national costume not only breathes elegance, but it is also a perfect fusion that represents Bryoni's heritage, Indian-South African.
When Miss SA's creative director Werner Wessels explained the importance of the national costume showcasing the country, it was vital for them to envisage something epic.
“This year’s national costume is an African-Indian fusion and a celebration of Bryoni’s heritage. It was inspired by a sari and is adorned with traditional Zulu beads in a pattern inspired by a Ndebele print." (IOL)
Wessels approached Durban-based designer Casey Jeanne, who admitted that she was surprised when she got the call but embraced the opportunity.
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This is what she told IOL: “It’s a modern take on the sari and is quite refined. Green is the main colour, which currently represents South Africa so well. The biggest and most time consuming challenge has been the beading.”
Watch how she ran with the brief to create a high-fashion couture design. Courtesy of Instagram.
Just as we approach the Hindu festival of lights, we are so proud to see the amazing Indian influence being represented on an international platform such as Miss Universe.
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