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Recently, Mister Global, a male beauty pageant took place in Thailand. The event was founded in 2014 and since its first edition over 60 countries have sent their representatives to compete for the Mister Global Title. This year, 38 beautiful men decided to test their strengths in the pageant. The final was held in Bangkok on September 26 with the “Inspiring Gentleman” theme. However, this event is not merely a beauty contest, even though one of the main requirements of contestants is to be 'good looking' as the spokesperson of the pageant, Kitti Kamjunsa, told Bored Panda. "The aim of Mister Global is to promote environmental awareness, and we have been promoting this cause ever since we started in 2014. This year, we added a new motto "Inspiring Gentleman" because we believe that the contestants and titleholders should motivate others and be inspirational people. During this year's pageant, we did a fundraising event to support an organization that takes care of elephants in Thailand and it was successful, " Kamjunsa said. When asked what makes Mister Global different from other pageants the spokesperson explained: "Basically every pageant system is identical but what makes Mister Global different from the others is that we are part of the Top 5 Grand Slam Male Pageants. We have good quality contestants with inspiring stories to tell and great support from our national directors from around the world. We have also garnered much support from our many fans that follow us on our website and the official page. Most importantly, we are true on our advocacy of Environmental Awareness and charity cause."

The pageant was won by Korea‘s Jong Woo Kim, who is a 23-year-old police administration student and model. Jong Woo Kim is set to become an inspirational role model for young men all around the world. He will also become a Global Goodwill Ambassador and participate in environmental and charitable projects.

Same as every year, the most attention goes to pageant's national outfits showcase. After all, the representatives get the chance to demonstrate their countries heritage. "For us, we are really surprised that it went viral around the world and we welcome many positive comments. However, the creative costumes segment is nothing new in any pageant system as it has always been a part of it. The winning costume is not about the size or design but the story and culture behind it," Kamjunsa said. The national costume contest was won by Myanmar, it's safe to say that most of the contestants made their homelands' proud by rocking well crafted and intricate costumes. So why not feast your eyes on them? Scroll below to see the cool costumes and don't forget to upvote your favorites!

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Anton Swanepoel
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Right - for those have who their knickers in a twist saying that it's wrong to have a Boer dressed as a Zulu... he's not. I can see at least seven different cultures represented by what that guy is wearing. It's actually a pretty smart way to incorporate just about everyone who lives in South Africa in one image.

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Ozacoter
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Weird, somebody knows where is this dress from? I never saw ome like this in Spain. But I am from Valencia, so I might be wrong.

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Vietnam

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Anna Salord
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Apparently, I'm now obsessed with headpieces. Damn, there are all delight to look at!

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Shari Pierre
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

His costume looks very functional. It's not as extravagant as the others, but looks like something he'll get a lot of use from. It's like I'm looking in a book about his country and see this pic.

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Zelda Blue
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would like to see the rest of the weapon, it looks very substantial and impressive,

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Shari Pierre
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What does he back look like? His dress looks very functional. Has a farmer ring to it.

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D. Pitbull
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nice Lion costume. I like that they kept the Lion Head simple-ish and not overly flashy/inlaid with decorative horns/jewels/eyelashes so as not to overshadow the human.

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Tilly Jean
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For some reason I just thought of Eddie Murphy’s outfit in “Coming to America”

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Finn Fickle
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is Manchurian dress as opposed to Chinese dress - a Chinese Changshan would only have two splits, a Mandarin collar, and no hanging seal from the belt.

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October Ward
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honestly, as a Puerto Rican. I think they did macrame but not with rope like that, and I also feel they got lazy with this. If this costume was made for like a contest. Lord forgive me, but its f*****g terrible. And im kinda annoyed 😅

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Momo Skarsgård
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why does it look like they just took it out the suitcase and put it on? Geez they should carry a travel steamer.

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Luuk Eegdeman
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All these customs are gorgeous and then you have mister Cuba... Poor poor mister Cuba

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Louise B
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I bet Mr Sweden would still be willing to trade outfits

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Theodora Sarid
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is not the National Clothing of Cuba. The national clothes for a man in Cuba is an Embroidered Guayabera made of white linen matching a straight shaped pants, straw hat and red silk handkerchief tied in the neck as a simple scarf. Thats the cuban mens national attire. This photo is a joke and very dishonoring of cuban traditions.

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Larissa Helena
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No offense, but it looks like he just came from performing in the circus.

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Theodora Sarid
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

agree and this is not the Cuban National Clothes. This is a cheap cabaret outfit for a gay dancer.

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Iva Kazalova
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Omg i immediately started singing to myself i’m mister Cuban Pete, I’m king of the Rumba beat, it goes like chikiboom chikchikiboom chikchikchikiboom

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Theodora Sarid
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No one in Cuba dress like that. This is a cheap cabaret dancer from a century ago. No one wear a hat like that in Cuba. I will also let all know that the Constitution of Cuba do not allow the use of the national flag in clothing, it is very disrespectful. I am Cuban.

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Anu Vakarian
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

🎵I I I I I I like you veeery much! IyiyiyiyiyI think you're grand! 🎶

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Rosario White
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Where’s the mask I feel like he wore this once but other that. I like it do you.

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Nancy Borock Ami
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My first thought was "Desi Arnaz"? Someone has some splaining to do! He's cute tho!

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InternationalPanda
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A bit too garish and ostentatious, frilly, not to mention, very original.

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Vivian Ingram
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is it just me or in captain America costume (chest) kind of a match for this?

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Mack-doodle
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bit psychotic looking... and DoNT get me started on the costume, even Mr. Sweden had it better.

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Victoria Sneathen
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Captain America doing “Copa Cabana “ at the Avengers talent show?

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Calie Rodriguez
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Who ever picked this outfit obviously hates Cubans...this outfit hurts my soul

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Reine Watson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The bad thing is that a lot of these countries have no money. Most of these pictures are what people think they wear and they don't. Mostof the people in Cuba are very very poor. They live off $10-$20 dollars a month. Most of these pictures are very idealized.

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Christiana Kmecheck
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't know why, but I'm getting Michael Jackson vibes from this one.

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Carol Ann Brusven
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It reminds me of Desi Arnaz (from I Love Lucy) when he performs in his club. I love the sleeves!

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Mishimoqua
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Designer: Either it is this costume nor no costume at all. Mr. Cuba: No costume at all! No costume at all!

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Bradley Correia
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reminds me of that scene in The Mask where all the cops were dancing unwillingly, though I thought that was mexican culture with the maracas at the time.

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Suzanna Hernandez
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cuba looks like he came to party and I am kind of loving it...fun look!

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Cybele Spanjaard
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

UM!! Another girle thing., oh those frills on a cute guy? The balls on his hat are a bit ludicrous

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Gao Rowan
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why’s Cuba getting so much hate when glitz and frills are such an integral part of Cuban celebration 😭 I love the sense of energy and joy he’s presenting you go Mr Cuba!

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Eevastiina Tuominen
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This reminds me of The Mask, when Jim Carrey was making everyone dance when he was surrounded by police.

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Hannah Hartley
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I thought it would be USA for a second with all the red, white, blue, and stars.

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Shari Pierre
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dude looks like a super hero! All jokes aside it appears the costume shows the Latin roots of the country, but went extra to show the uniqueness of the PR people. This costume screams, "Don't confuse us with other Latin culture. We are Puerto Rico!"

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Amanda Gray
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ummm....looks like he got this from the joke shop fancy dress section

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Felicia Dale
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another adorable guy! But I have a thing against floofy sleeves. Not his fault!

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Amanda Morris
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

why do we have to hate on other people, ugh, all I see are backhanded compliments and all the sudden everyone is an expert, these people put a lot of work in to these, and frankly they look better than any of you haters would have done

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Catlady6000
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Actually, most of the hate is for the costumes. It really feels like this was just sort of thrown together with little thought. The consensus seems to be "Oooooh myyyyy"

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Meliisa Ao
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not to offend, but he looks like he could be the winner of Mr. Gay World. 🤔

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Theodora Sarid
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this is a costume of gay dancers in cheap cheap cabarets of Cuba. This is not national cuban clothes, this is a joke, a gay joke.

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Wow..just wow cuba..like straight out of the closet and a big hellllo

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

While superman may be "native" to USA (its "birth" country) it is not "native" in the same way that all the other costumes are. I feel that using an indian (as in native american) would've been a much better choice.

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