Miss Universe Delegates enjoy social evening

Sparing a few moments from rehearsals for their big night, the delegates for the Miss Universe Barbados (MUBB) Show enjoyed an evening, still full of pageantry, as they mingled with the organisers and sponsors of the event at The Royal Shop on Monday evening.

 

Mingling in the midst of the fine jewellery on display, the crown in particular, caught the attention of all gathered. It was noticeably at the forefront of each of the girls’ minds; knowing that only one of them will be able to wear it upon the conclusion of the show on Saturday night. The crown, which is complemented with blue and yellow stones representative of the country’s flag, is being stored in a glass case at The Royal Shop for public viewing throughout the week.

 

Owner of the shop and host of the cocktail reception, Hiranand Thani, addressed those gathered briefly to convey his gratitude. “Barbados is celebrating 50 years of Independence, we are also celebrating the return of the Miss Universe Barbados and hopefully you will bring home the crown and December will be 40 years that the Royal Shop was opened. These are just a couple reasons why we did it (sponsored the event) and we are very proud that we are able to do it now that I have something that I can give back.”

 

Speaking to the 14 girls who will be vying for the coveted title, they were anxiously awaiting the night. While some are admittedly more nervous than others, they all lean on the support of each other to ensure that they are all doing what is required. Additionally, they have the assistance of their chaperone, Zhane Padmore and the previous Miss Universe Barbados, Jewel Garner.

 

This is the first time that the pageant will be taking place in nine years. Organiser, Bryan Green thought that it would be nice for the pageant make its return in conjunction with Barbados’ golden jubilee.