Michelle Dee is a sight to behold in Miss Universe 2023 evening gown competition

Michelle Dee raised the "Filipinas" flag high with her Apo Whang Od-inspired evening gown at the 2023 Miss Universe pageant’s coronation night in El Salvador on Sunday (Philippine time).

The Sparkle beauty queen gave a show-stopping performance in both the preliminaries and the national costume competition. 

She was a vision in her emerald green Mark Bumgarner evening gown and a total knockout in her red swimsuit. 

Meanwhile, during the national costume competition, Michelle showcased the Filipino weaving culture, highlighted her role as a Philippine Air Force reservist, and made sure she carried her advocacy in her costume.

Michelle is vying for the Philippines' fifth Miss Universe crown with an advocacy for autism awareness. 

The 73rd Miss Universe pageant is being held at the José Adolfo Pineda Arena in San Salvador, El Salvador. The winner will be crowned with Mouawad's "Force for Good" crown by reigning queen R'Bonney Gabriel.