Nina Ricci Alagao, Miss Philippines 2000; performs in the National Costume Competition during the Presentation Show for the 2000 Miss Universe Pageant last May 7, 2000.

Nina Ricci Alagao, Miss Philippines 2000; poses for the judges in her Oscar de la Renta swimwear and shoes by Stuart Weitzman, during the 2000 Miss Universe Pageant Presentation Show last May 7, 2000.

Nina Ricci Alagao, Miss Philippines 2000, models an outfit created by one of nine Cypriot designers at a fashion show at the Le Meridien Hotel in Limassol, Cyprus last May 3, 2000. The fashion show served as the preliminary competition for the Clairol Herbal Essences Style Award, which was presented during the live telecast to one of the 79 delegates participating in the 49th Annual Miss Universe Pageant in Nicosia, Cyprus last May 12, 2000. The cash prize of $3,000 and crystal award went to Miss Mexico.