Photos by Linny Folau and Katalina Siasau

The Miss Heilala Contestants modestly displayed their natural beauty and physique during third judging event, modelling Sarong swim-wear, held on 4 July, at Sir Sofele Kakala Hall, Ma’ufanga.

The top 5 contestants were announced for Sarong swim-wear, in no particular order:

• Contestant #2 Miss Tuitui Fashion, Sabne Lata Ma'ile
• Contestant #5 Miss Senis Online Boutique Australia, Petiola Makatu'u
• Contestant #6 Miss Fia Dance Academy, Halamehi Tuimana
• Contestant #7 Miss Bou’s Fashion, Mele Luisa Meredith
• Contestant #9 Miss Malo e Lelei Travel, Loketi Serenity Mahoni

This category was judged based on the suitability of the sarong in place of a swim-suit, its attractiveness, and the creativity of the tied design. There were points fo poise, personality, natural beauty, elegance, and modesty of the contestant, while wearing the sarong.

The panel of judges for this category were Kerry Mataele, Josie Nicholas, ‘Eiko Filitonga, Telesia Kaitapu, and Diamond Langi.