Ipinarada ng mga kalahok sa Miss Universe 2018 ang kani-kanilang national costume sa Nong Nooch International Convention Center sa Pattaya, Thailand.
Pinagtulungan nina Jearson Demavivas, Carlos Buendia at Jojo Bragais ang costume ni Gray.
Sa kanyang post sa Instagram, sinabi ni Buendia na bukod sa binusisi ang disenyo ng costume ni Gray, may kahalugan ang suot nito mula ulo hanggang paa.
“Gray’s national costume with the theme ‘LUZVIMINDA: Magdiwang. Lumaban. Pagyamanin,’ celebrated the distinct culture from the three major islands in the country,” sabi ni Buendia.
Inirepresenta ang Luzon ng isang parol mula Pampanga kasama ang lyrics ng Pambansang Awit.
“At the back of the parol is a painting with inscription of the lyrics from Lupang Hinirang.”
“The paintings also highlighted victories, festivals, events, heroes and national icons with a style inspired by the works of Philippine National Artist Carlos ‘Botong, Francisco,” sabi ni Buendia.
“The tattoos represent an individual’s journey and a public testimony recounting acts of combat, bravery and strength that perfectly represents the courageous and resilient Filipino spirit,” dagdag ni Buendia.