It's official: the 63rd Annual Miss Universe contestants have arrived in Florida to prepare for the pageant. But before they can compete in the contest, which broadcasts live on Sunday, Jan. 25 at 8/7c on NBC, each of the participants showed their national pride in the preliminary show.
On Wednesday night, each woman took to the stage to show off an elaborate outfit inspired by her home country. From Miss Canada's hockey puck-and-scoreboard ensemble to Miss Ireland's multicolored cape, see all the costumes that kept us amused ... and sometimes puzzled.
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Miss Universe 2014: The National Costume Show
On January 25, 88 contestants from around the world will compete for the coveted crown. Take a look at the contenders dressed up in dramatic outfits inspired by their home countries