Miss Globe Philippines 2021 Maureen Montagne was crowned as Miss Globe for 2021.
“Mrs. Stella Marquez Araneta and BPCI are thrilled with your latest pageant achievement. We never doubted that you will represent our country so well internationally,” read the congratulatory post from Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc.
During the pageant, she proudly flaunted her national Sampaguita costume, was designed by Filipino designer Patrick Isorena.
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In a Facebook post, Binibining Pilipinas said, “declared as the Philippines National Flower by Gov. Gen. Frank Murphy through Proclamation No. 652 s. 1934, the sweet-smelling white flowers of sampaguita have long been celebrated in song, stories and legends. Originally from India, they are often made into garlands and its essence made into perfumes.”
The national pageant organization further added, “ Sampaguita is considered a symbol of fidelity, purity, devotion, strength and dedication. – A perfect symbol of a modern Filipina.”
“The name Sampaguita is a Spanish term that comes from the Filipino words ‘sumpa kita,’ which mean, ‘I promise you’.”
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Maureen earned praise for the national costume. Many complimented her well-toned full figure.
