FAVORITES: Miss Grand International 2020 Preliminary Evening Gown Competition

Miss Grand International 2020 Preliminary Competition was held last Thursday, March 25 at the SHOW DC Hall in Bangkok, Thailand.

The contestants graced the glossy stage with class and elegance wearing their beautiful evening gowns. Who should be awarded Best in Evening Gown?

Meet our favorites in the preliminary evening gown competition:

Indonesia

Mexico

Philippines

Thailand

Vietnam

Photos: Miss Grand International

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