The Miss World competition brings together contestants from many countries, with fashion forming an important part of their public appearances. For designers, the challenge is to create outfits that suit each contestant while also working under stage lights, cameras and long event schedules.
Rajput’s collection for the 73rd edition followed this approach. Instead of using a single design for multiple contestants, her studio worked on individual pieces based on measurements, fittings and the needs of each wearer.
Rajput’s return to Miss World marks the second year in which her couture has been part of this huge pageant. Her participation this year included custom outfits created for contestants during different stages of the competition.
The garments featured hand-applied details, layered fabrics, pearls, Swarovski elements and metallic accents. The designs combined structured sections with softer fabrics to create movement during stage appearances.
The designer’s involvement also extended to the fitting process. Each garment went through trials and adjustments before the final event. This helped the studio account for factors such as body shape, garment length and movement.
Taanusiyaa Chetty Becomes a Key Face of the Designs
One of the most visible collaborations from the competition involved Taanusiyaa Chetty. The contestant wore several custom designs created by Miss Rajput during important Miss World events.
Chetty’s pageant journey ended with several honours. She was named Miss World Asia, finished as 2nd Runner-Up and received recognition for Beauty with a Purpose.
Her appearances in Rajput’s couture brought attention to the designer’s work, particularly during the finale rehearsals and official gala dinner.
The association between the two became one of the notable fashion stories connected with Rajput’s participation in the pageant.
Pink Layered Gown Takes the Stage
During the Grand Finale rehearsals, Chetty appeared in a pink gown featuring multiple frilled layers. The design used fabric in graduated tones, giving the dress a flowing shape as she moved.
The gown was built to create visual movement during a stage walk. Its layered construction added volume without making the outfit appear overly heavy.
The overall styling combined a youthful colour with a formal gown structure. This allowed Chetty to maintain a pageant-ready appearance while keeping the design distinct from more traditional evening gowns.
For stage fashion, movement is as important as the still image. A dress must retain its shape while the contestant walks, turns and poses. The pink gown was designed with this factor in mind.
A Pearl-Finished Look for the Gala Dinner
Chetty also wore a separate Rajput creation at the official Miss World gala dinner. The outfit featured a pearl-covered corset with a handcrafted floral skirt.
The corset used individually placed pearls to create a detailed surface. The floral skirt added volume and a softer finish to the structured upper section.
The combination gave the outfit a strong eveningwear identity. The pearl work also responded well to indoor lighting, making the details visible during photographs and appearances.
The look attracted attention among pageant followers, with several observers comparing its playful styling to the appearance of a Barbie doll.
Couture Work Starts Long Before the Event
Creating pageant couture involves much more than selecting a fabric and preparing a final fitting. Rajput said her Miss World garments were made by master artisans by hand.
The process began with sketches and continued through measurements, construction, embellishment and repeated trials. Rajput said she personally followed details such as stitching, bead placement and structural elements.
This hands-on process allowed the studio to make changes as the garments developed. Such changes can include alterations to the waist, shoulders, length or internal structure of a gown.
The process becomes more demanding when working with contestants from different countries. Each delegate has a different physical profile and personal style. A successful pageant gown must account for both.
Indian Handwork Meets Contemporary Silhouettes
Rajput’s Miss World designs placed traditional hand craftsmanship alongside modern eveningwear shapes. The garments did not depend on one cultural motif. Instead, they used techniques such as hand embellishment and detailed surface work within contemporary silhouettes.
This approach allowed the pieces to fit naturally into an international pageant setting.
Indian couture has a long history of hand embroidery, beadwork and textile craftsmanship. Designers working on global platforms often combine these techniques with silhouettes shaped by international red-carpet and eveningwear trends.
Rajput’s work at Miss World followed that direction, using Indian artisanal methods while keeping the garments suited to a global audience.
Comfort Remains Part of Pageant Styling
Pageant contestants can spend long hours moving between rehearsals, interviews, dinners and public appearances. This makes comfort an important part of couture design.
A heavily embellished gown can become difficult to wear if its construction is not carefully planned. Weight distribution, fabric choice and internal support all affect how a contestant moves.
Rajput’s fitting process focused on these details alongside the appearance of the garments. The goal was to create pieces that allowed contestants to maintain posture and movement throughout their appearances.
For a competition such as Miss World, this balance can affect how a gown performs in photographs and on stage.
Interest From International Contestants
Rajput’s work during the competition also generated interest from other international delegates, according to the designer. Contestants approached her regarding custom outfits for future events.
The proposed occasions included red-carpet appearances, formal dinners and charity functions. These discussions point to the wider role that pageant platforms can play in connecting designers with international clients.
For designers, such relationships can continue after the competition ends. Contestants often take part in fashion events, public appearances and social programmes after their pageant journeys.
A Continuing International Fashion Presence
Prerna Rajput’s second consecutive appearance at Miss World adds another chapter to her work in international pageant fashion. Her designs were seen across several major events during the 73rd edition, with Taanusiyaa Chetty providing one of the most visible examples.
The pink layered gown and pearl corset with floral skirt showed two different sides of her design approach. One focused on movement and youthful styling, while the other used structure, pearls and floral craftsmanship for a formal evening setting.
Her participation also placed Indian hand-crafted couture in front of contestants and audiences from different parts of the world. As international pageants continue to give designers a global stage, Rajput’s latest Miss World appearance reflects the growing connection between Indian couture and international pageant fashion.
