Filipino pageant fans were looking forward to seeing Michael Cinco creations on Miss Canada Nova Stevens and Miss Romania Bianca Tirsin for the Miss Universe 2020.
However, only the Top 10 candidates were able to showcase their evening gowns during the pageant's grand coronation night.
Good thing, the behind-the-scene photos released by the Miss Universe Organization included Nova and Bianca wearing their respective Michael Cinco gowns.
Nova glowed in her Swarovski crystal-embellished neon yellow mermaid gown.
In an exclusive interview with PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) via Instagram's direct message on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, Michael said he really had Nova in mind when he was working on this masterpiece.
The designer told PEP.ph, "[Nova] is such an inspiring woman, and her journey as a refugee from Sudan to winning the Miss Canada crown is nothing short of amazing.
"So I have created a dress to celebrate that. It’s our message of strength and hope.”
Likewise, Bianca dazzled in her sparkling blue form-fitting gown.
In an Instagram post on Monday, May 17, 2021, she shared a photo of her wearing Michael's creation.
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Aside from Nova and Bianca, Miss Universe 2017 Demi-Leigh Tebow also donned a gown by the Filipino designer during the pageant's grand coronation night.
She channeled the "30’s Hollywood glamour."
Demi-Leigh served as an expert analyst that evening.
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Meanwhile, Miss Czech Republic Klára Vavrušková's dove gray off-shoulder gown during the preliminary competition was also a creation of Michael Cinco.
On Sunday evening, May 16, 2021 (May 17 in the Philippines), Mexico's Andrea Meza was crowned Miss Universe 2020 during the pageant's grand coronation night held at Seminole Hard Rock & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.
Philippine bet Rabiya Mateo made it to top 21.
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