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30 Stunning 2020 Miss Mexico Contestants In Their Traditional Outfits
The models, the designers, the photographer – they all look awesome!
The competition to win the tiara of Miss Mexico for 2020 is getting intense. There are 32 beautiful models, all vying for one position. Recently, a photoshoot session for each of the models has been released. As they’re competing for the title of ‘Miss Mexico,’ they dressed up in costumes that are heavily inspired by Mexican ladies’ traditional wear.
Grand Finale of Miss Mexico will be held on the last day of October, the day of Halloween.
Miss Baja California Sur, Diana Ramírez, the beautiful lady you saw on a beautiful day at the beach.
Blessing Chukwu, Miss Nayarit in colorful ensemble.
Miss Nuevo León, Evelyn Álvarez, looks ready for a picnic on this beautiful day.
Miss Hidalgo, Jaqueline Gómez.
The spokesperson of Miss Mexico explains that the designers of these Mexican-inspired costumes are foreigners. They are given the opportunity to explore Mexico’s culture and history to incorporate those inspirations into the costumes. They will also be taking home the costumes at the end of the day.
Miss San Luis Potosí, Daniela Sánchez Acosta, looks seductive.
Miss Guerrero, Isabel Ruíz, in a uniquely vibrant gown.
Miss Aguascalientes, Ximena Hita, looks mystical in her cream dress that blends with her surroundings.
Miss Ciudad De México, Jéssica Farjat with elaborate headdress.
Jennifer Álvarez the Miss Campeche shares a Caribbean vibe with her dance.
The costumes materials range from cotton, bark, and agave to wool and silk. The use of these materials come from the origin of Mexican culture, which has a mix of pre-Hispanic civilizations as well as Spanish invasion later on. This is why some costumes has a twist of European style on them.
Yucatán, Ana Paulina Rivero glows in gold.
Isela Serrano, Miss Chihuahua, looks like a queen.
Miss Colima’s unique dress that incorporate Huaraches or traditional Mexican sandals. Daniela Ramírez looks gorgeous.
Perla Franco, or Miss Estado De México, in Aztec-inspired costume.
One of the most iconic piece of traditional clothing from Mexico is the sombrero. This wide-brimmed hat was usually worn by cowboys (vaqueros) and mariachis, but recently has become more widely accepted to be worn by anyone. Its name comes from a Spanish word, ‘sombra’ that means ‘shade’.
You’re in the grace presence of Miss Oaxaca, Sabrina Góngora.
Miss Quintana Roo, Regina González, really looks fab with the dragon in her hand.
Georgina Villanueva. Our Miss Guanajuato is really vibing for Halloween/Dia de los Muertos.
Miss Baja California, Daniela Pedroza is down to earth.
Karolina Vidales is giving off a vintage vibe in her jumpsuit. She’s Miss Michoacán.
But traditional clothings that are reserved for female Mexicans vary very much between regions. They are also called differently depending on where you are. They wear sleeveless tunic with skirt that are designed with religious symbols, marital status and social status on it. They also have Quechquémitl, a kind of poncho women wear to parties and festivals.
Rocío Carrillo of Chiapas rules the jungle.
Miss Sonora, Ayram Ortíz, has got wings!
Says who you can’t go with a full-glam look? Miss Tamaulipas, Naila Navarro slayed it.
Miss Puebla Valerie Bartsch just had to rock that summer look.
Miss Coahuila, Georgina Vargas looks like a hunter.
Warrior Elizabeth Vidaña shows her identity as Miss Sinaloa with antlers.
Miss Veracruz, Andrea Munguía makes the point that ain’t nobody can stand beside her.
So, what’s with the bright colors? It’s fascinating to note that traditional Mexican fabrics were colored with only natural sources. There are many stories, but the Mayans have four sacred colors, including red, yellow, and blue, when we look into their history. People also point out that the sun shines very brightly. It brings out the colors on things!
This is Miss Jalisco, Mariana Macias.
Miss Morelos, María Fernanda Hutterer stuns in red.
Carolina Thomas of Durango comes from highlands.
Miss Zacatecas, Karina Román in a really daring ensemble.
Miss Tlaxcala, Fedra Alpés.
Beautiful Valeria Ruíz is Miss Querétaro.
Nevertheless, we think all these designs are amazing. They are modern, but still embodies the traditional color and spirit of Mexicans.