Honoring Palestine on the Miss Universe Stage
On Wednesday, Ayoub walked onto the Miss Universe stage with a powerful message. She wore an ivory gown that blended traditional tatreez embroidery with symbols from Palestinian history. She shared on Instagram that stepping on stage in a dress “that carries generations within it” was one of the most meaningful moments of her life.
Her outfit included a crown inspired by the shatweh. The embroidery featured an olive-tree design to symbolize peace and belonging. She carried a small key, representing the memory of home.
A hand-painted cape draped across her shoulders paid tribute to Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. She wanted this to honor shared heritage.
“This wasn’t just a costume for me. It was my heritage, my voice, and my heart,” she wrote. “Every stitch came from the art of tatreez, the stories, hands, and resilience of Palestinian women.”
