Gazini Ganados is a majestic creature in Philippine eagle-inspired national costume

Gazini Ganados reached for the sky as she debuted a stunning silver outfit inspired by the national bird, the Philippine eagle, during the Miss Universe 2019 National Costume Competition.

The 23-year-old Cebuana beauty queen donned a dress covered in glimmering silver feathers with life-sized birds on each shoulder.

Her headdress was a nod to the Philippine eagle and gave a majestic feel to the look.

The amazing costume was designed by Filipino designer Cary Santiago, who also designed Gazini's evening gown.

In a Facebook post, Santiago said that he took inspiration for Gazini's outfit from the national bird.

"The design is not as flamboyant but the details are very intricate. Its hand-stitched all coming from the same fabric with my signature laser cut patterns," he wrote.

—Angelica Y. Yang/JCB, GMA News