A Global Farewell: R’Bonney Nola Gabriel’s Stunning Exit at 2023 Miss Universe
In a grand finale at the 2023 Miss Universe pageant held in El Salvador, R’Bonney Nola Gabriel, the 72nd titleholder, bid farewell to the stage in a breathtaking gown designed by renowned South African designer Gert-Joan Coetzee.
Styled by the talented Werner Wessels, the ensemble boasted a striking plunging neckline and off-shoulder design, adorned with scale-like and fin-like embellishments. The midsection of the gown was sculpted to resemble armor, creating a truly mesmerizing look. Take a glimpse below:
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This extraordinary gown not only represents the pinnacle of couture but also serves as a tribute to the indomitable spirit of women everywhere. As Miss Universe R’Bonney @rbonneynola takes her final walk, she does this sculpted in a magnificent creation, a testament to the empowerment and strength of women in our world and the universe.
— Gert
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