Michelle Dee wears Francis Libiran’s “The Philippine Sun Princess” gown for the Miss World pageant
Philippine bet Michelle Dee will be wearing a Francis Libiran creation as her national costume as she competes for the Miss World 2019 crown in London on December 14. The gown was made of fine soft tulle and inspired by the country’s culture and symbols, and Michelle looks so stunning and elegant wearing it.
On his Instagram account, Francis described his creation as follows:
“The Philippine Sun Princess: Miss World Philippines Michelle Dee’s Francis Libiran couture national costume is a symbolic work of art and labor of love. This state-of-the-art version of the Philippine Terno is a celebration and preservation of rich Filipino culture.
The design of the Sun on the collar is inspired by the Sun of the Philippine national Flag, customized in Francis Libiran signature intricate Art Deco embroidery. It is a symbol of optimism, positivity and courage. The custom embroidery patterns, is inspired by the historic Visayan tattoo called “ “Batek”. They were found in the earliest illustrations of our Visayan warriors in the 16th-century Boxer Codex. To our ancestors, Batek symbolized bravery and triumph.
This well-crafted wearable art piece is made of fine soft tulle, intricately embroidered with custom embroidery and hand-made beadwork.”
(Photo source: Instagram – @michelledee)
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