Unique Crown for Miss Hibiscus 2024

Ms Yang, is a contemporary jewellery artist with a background that includes certification as an emerald appraiser with the Hong Kong Jewellery Institute and membership in the China Collectors Association.

Monday 26 August 2024 | 16:04

Miss Hibiscus 2024 queen contestants (from left) Miss Island Accommodation - Martina Sigrah, Miss Moutai - Ciara Lee, Miss Sigatoka River Safari - Siteri Qalibau, Miss Goodman Fielder - Shannon Patrick, Miss Apco - Rowena Acraman, Miss Tents & Awnings - Melania Tora, Miss Hefrani - Semantafa Lavula-Samisoni, Miss Ministry of Health - Shyla Prasad and Miss Fiji Fashion Week - Pepe Malani during their rehearsal at the Suva Civic Centre on August 24, 2024. Photo: Hibiscus Organising Committee

Miss Hibiscus 2024 queen contestants (from left) Miss Island Accommodation - Martina Sigrah, Miss Moutai - Ciara Lee, Miss Sigatoka River Safari - Siteri Qalibau, Miss Goodman Fielder - Shannon Patrick, Miss Apco - Rowena Acraman, Miss Tents & Awnings - Melania Tora, Miss Hefrani - Semantafa Lavula-Samisoni, Miss Ministry of Health - Shyla Prasad and Miss Fiji Fashion Week - Pepe Malani during their rehearsal at the Suva Civic Centre on August 24, 2024. Photo: Hibiscus Organising Committee

The 68th Miss Hibiscus Festival will unveil the Luxury Vintage Swarovski and Pearl Crown for Miss Hibiscus 2024.

The crown was crafted by master jewellery designer Maria Yang.

Ms Yang, is a contemporary jewellery artist with a background that includes certification as an emerald appraiser with the Hong Kong Jewellery Institute and membership in the China Collectors Association.

The Miss Hibiscus 2024 crown, features intricate alloy, silver, and gold plating, adorned with Swarovski crystals and pearls. Miss Hibiscus will win a return flight with Fiji Airways to either Los Angeles, Hong Kong, or Singapore, with $1000 cash, a four-night cruise to the Yasawa Group with Blue Lagoon Cruises, and two nights of all-expenses-paid luxury at Nanuku Resort in Pacific Harbour and Radisson Blu Resort on Denarau.

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The winner will also receive a $500 skincare pack from Nama Fiji, two personal billboards at the entrance to Suva City courtesy of Go Advertising, and a day pass to Sabeto zipline.

The first runner-up will win $750, a one-year membership at Malamala Beach Club, and additional prizes, while the second runnerup will receive $500, a day cruise to South Sea Island and other rewards.

All contestants will also be treated to a day pass to Sabeto zipline in Nadi.

Source: Hibiscus Organising Committee