Miss Ilocos Norte queens wow netizens in jaw-dropping costume show

The Miss Ilocos Norte 2021 pageant caused a huge buzz on social media after the gorgeous hopefuls showcased their jaw-dropping costumes in a virtual fashion show.

In a live version of the costume show aired on GMA-7's "Unang Hirit," the new Miss Ilocos Norte titleholder Lyza Katrina Samalio walked the runway in a fish-inspired costume that paid tribute to the fishermen of her hometown, Pagudpud.

First runner-up Iweeh Hugal Alejoof Nueva Era emerged in a massive bird-inspired ensemble accentuated with stunning woven pattern, while second runner up Julia Yzabelle Andrei Echepare of Vintar wore a colorful costume highlighted with a woven basket headpiece.

In an interview after the show, Samalio said being crowned Miss Ilocos Norte 2021 meant a lot to her because she would be able to continue school, thanks to a scholarship.

The beauty queen said she also hoped to help Ilocano creatives who were struggling amid the pandemic, as well as promote Ilocos Norte's tourism industry.

You may watch the pageant's costume show in its entirety on the link below shared by the Ilocos Norte tourism office. 

– Margaret Claire Layug/RC, GMA News