IN PHOTOS: Mr. World 2019 candidates showcase their National Costumes
Look at the colorful world of the Mr. World 2019 candidates and their national costumes during the opening act of the competition held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum last August 23.
Argentina
Leonardo Alincastro showcased Argentina's national costume and flag during the opening ceremony.
Austria
Half-Pinoy, half-Austrian Alberto Nodale donned lederhosen, a traditional garment in German-speaking countries.
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Canada
Mr. Canada Alessandro Coward showed his pride for the Raptors for his national costume.
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Costa Rica
Daniel Navarro wore a classic white brimmed hat and a bright red belt with long pants that is Costa Rica's traditional dress for men.
England
As if transported back to World War I, Mr. World England Jack Heslewood showed off his national costume.
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Indonesia
Radityo Seoputro of Indonesia showcased his country's weaving patterns in his traditional costume.
Ireland
Showing off his abs is Ireland's Wayne Walsh in his national costume topped off with a cape made out of fur.
Malaysia
Yong Kian Yik of Malaysia wore traditional weave patterns for his entry in the national costume category.
Philippines
JB Saliba looks like he's transported back into the 1500s with his traditional costume.
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Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone's Mohamed Kamanoh beamed with pride as he wore his traditional garb in his country's colors.
Saint Maarten
Mini flags of the Philippines and Saint Maarten can be seen on Learie Hall's headdress.
Thailand
Mr. World Thailand Anakin Nontiprasit wore an all-red ensemble completed with a traditional umbrella for the opening ceremony.