Gown inspired by Michelle Dee's Apo Whang-Od number receives award in QC pageant

Michelle Dee's iconic Apo Whang-od evening gown in the Miss Universe 2023 is truly a cultural reset!

According to a "State of The Nation report," a gown inspired by the Mark Bumgarner creation helped a beauty queen bag the Best in Long Gown award at a recent pageant in Quezon City.

The gown was worn by Snow De Guzman and designed by Prince Aikee Morales.

Morales said it only took him two hours to make the gown right after watching the Kapuso beauty queen's performance in the international pageant.

He added that he was lucky enough to have materials to pull off the design inspired by Michelle's stunning black number.

Michelle concluded her Miss Universe journey with a Top 10 finish and three special awards, including the Miss Universe fan vote, the Spirit of Carnival Award, and Voice for Change.