When this pageant-crazy nation tunes in to the much-awaited 69th Miss Universe Coronation on Monday morning, May 17, they will be proud to know that Rabiya Mateo won’t be alone in representing the Philippines in a competition of 74 nations. In fact, every candidate who sets foot on the stage of Florida’s Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Sunday night (US time) cannot help but bring with her a piece of the Philippines every single step she takes.

From Miss Albania all the way down to Miss Vietnam, every single beautiful vying for the prestigious title will walk taller and more confident with a pair of Filipino shoe designer Jojo Bragais on their feet.

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