The Miss Philippines-Supranational Tarah Valencia with designer Emanuel Riñoza. EMANUEL RIÑOZA FACEBOOK PHOTOS
Philippines’ Miss Supranational 2025 bet Tarah Valencia paid homage to the hardworking Filipino farmers and the brute “kalabaw” (water buffalo) in her national costume, highlighting their role in her native Cordillera to nation-building.
The Baguio lass paraded an Emanuel Riñoza creation that featured sculpted shoulder pieces resembling carabao heads, a headpiece bearing horns, a nose ring, and a structured body suit.
In her Instagram post, Valencia said the carabao is the “strength of the land, spirit of the people,” and is “a symbol of hard work, perseverance, and deep connection to the land.”
“This masterpiece weaves together tradition, craftsmanship, and cultural pride, showcasing the enduring heart of the Filipino spirit. This ensemble is a living tapestry—honoring the indigenous knowledge, labor, and resilience of Filipino communities. Through the fusion of traditional materials and modern silhouettes, stands as a beacon of national pride and a visual storyteller of the Philippines’ rich cultural terrain,” she said.
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The Miss Philippines also posted a video of Valencia’s national costume performance at the Miss Supranational stage in Poland.
“Our Miss Supranational Philippines 2025 Tarah Valencia brought the spirit of the Filipino people to the Miss Supranational stage, embodying strength, resilience, and pride through her Kalabaw-inspired national costume,” it stated.
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In a separate post, Riñoza said he paired solihiya patterns with Cordilleran fabric for the costume’s base. It also used Cordilleran beading, gold rhinestones, and wood bead tassels.
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“Enhanced with voluminous silhouette on the hips, cone-bra bust, and a structured collar to highlight the wearer’s figure and proportion,” he said.
“The look is completed with brass gold accessories, Lingling-o charm, and a Kayabang basket, serves as a tribute to Cordilleran culture and heritage,” the designer continued.
Valencia is competing for the Philippines’ second Miss Supranational victory, following Mutya Datul’s coronation in 2013.
The “Supra Fan Vote” is currently running, giving delegates the chance to earn an automatic entry into the Top 12.
To vote, download the Miss Supranational mobile app. Go to the “Supra Fan Vote 2025” tab, then vote for “PHILIPPINES.”
The 2025 Miss Supranational coronation ceremonies will be held in Nowy Sacz, Malopolska, on June 27 (28 in Manila), with a real-time streaming on the pageant’s YouTube channel. /edv
