Today, contestants wear sparkly gowns that sometimes include nods to their countries. The 73rd annual Miss Universe pageant took place on Saturday in Mexico after days of preliminary competition.

Apasra Hongsakula represented Thailand in the 1965 Miss Universe pageant. Margreta Arvidsson wore a pink strapless gown to accept her crown. If you look closely, you'll see the hem detail also ...

The fashion of the Miss Universe pageant has evolved since the first competition in 1952. The winners used to be crowned in their swimsuits, but that changed in the '60s. Today, contestants wear ...