As Miss Universe approaches, Ukraine–which has had more important concerns this year–sent 2021's runner-up to represent Ukraine in the pageant.

And her fierce outfit is the perfect representation of the nation's strength and resilience in the face of Russia's invasion.

Brava! 👏

https://www.comicsands.com/ukraine-national-costume-universe-pageant-2659015302.html?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=toot&utm_campaign=sand

Miss Ukraine Showed Up To The Miss Universe Pageant Looking Like A Total Bada**—And We're Here For It

A powerful statement for her country.

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@georgetakei jeez. She just knocked the wind out of me. She’s beautiful. She was the runner up?!

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Her costume is impressive. I really hope she wins.

@georgetakei I don't care who wins now, because she already won.
@georgetakei I hope people follow George's link to her Instagram and read the message. The Ukrainian people are Warriors of Light.
@georgetakei it would be poetic if she wins and Russia isn't allowed to participate.
Or make sure the Russia representative gets to the Q&A and is asked about the Russian invasion and why her people don't speak out.
@georgetakei this is like a cosplay, but better.

@georgetakei This could have easily been cringy and silly.

But damn, that actually looks badass.

@georgetakei

She is not only beautiful but she is strong looking. A tough combo to pull off. I hope she wins.