The tuk tuk dress, from Thailand's streets to Miss Universe
Thailand's contestant in the upcoming Miss Universe competition revealed on Thursday what she'll be wearing on stage on the big day; a tuk-tuk.
The outfit is modelled on a slimmed down version of the country's iconic three-wheeler taxi, complete with flashing headlights and handlebars.
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Designer Hirankrit Pattaraboriboonkul said he chose the tuk-tuk as inspiration because it will make an impact on the stage.
The dress weighs around 7 kilos (15 lbs) and is attached at 8 points to ensure contestant Aniporn Chalermburanawong isn't embarrassed by a wardrobe malfunction.
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She'll wear it in the national costume round of the competition, a round that often showcases creative rather than traditional designs.
It is made of lightweight plastic that was heated up and then moulded around a modified tuk-tuk to create the distinctive shape.
The Miss Universe competition will take place on 20 December in Las Vegas.