LOOK: Reina Hispanoamericana unveils new crown
A new crown is up for grabs at this year's Reina Hispanoamericana.
Marking its 36th year, the pageant unveils its newest crown at Bonita Bar & Club in Bolivia, imbued with tradition and adorned in its iconic silver and crimson hues.
"Our new crown represents the essence of Reina Hispanoamericana: tradition and transformation," its caption read, originally written in Spanish.
"The new Reina Hispanoamericana crown will be worn by women who embody culture, leadership, and pride for Hispanic America," it added.
"More feminine, stronger, and more powerful, this new era honors our journey and envisions the future of Hispanic-American women," it added.
The crown, designed by jeweler Alejandro Arraiz, features a rhodium-plated finish for its brilliant silver shine adorned with lace-like metalwork and elaborately patterned precious crystals, giving that radiant sparkle fit for the new queen.
At the center, a large red gemstone draws the eye, surrounded by smaller red stones and shimmering crystals. The detailed swirls and patterns give the crown a delicate yet regal look.
Arraiz shared that the crown took over 800 hours to complete. "It is an honor to know that it will be worn by women who continue building that story," he wrote.
He also recently designed Miss Venezuela's crown in 2025.
The unveiling ceremony was graced by 28 delegates as well as the reigning Filipina beauty queen, Dia Maté, who won the country's second crown following Winwyn Marquez in 2017.
The coronation night is set for Feb. 21 (Feb. 22 Manila time). Philippine-bet Beatriz Mclelland is vying for a back-to-back win.
