Tanisha Tan Represents Singapore at Miss International 2025
Tanisha Tan, crowned Miss Singapore Pageant International (MSPI) 2025 at the 48th SWA Annual Charity Gala Dinner, is currently representing Singapore at Miss International 2025 in Tokyo, Japan. Visit Miss International Instagram to follow her journey. A graduate in Events Management and former Singapore Airlines cabin crew, Tanisha now works as a content creator and entrepreneur. Her advocacy, “Chapters for Children”, focuses on quality education and empowering the younger generation.
Tanisha Tan in the stunning Supertree Grove national costume by Moe Kasim
The Singapore Sash: From Cultural Symbols to National Icons on the Global Stage
In international beauty pageants, the “National Costume” segment is more than just a display of sartorial splendour; it is a narrative in fabric, a chance for a nation to tell its story. For Singapore, this narrative has evolved significantly.
Historically, Singapore’s national costumes often drew from its multicultural tapestry, featuring elements from Chinese, Malay, and Indian traditions. Think elegant cheongsams adorned with orchid motifs, or ethereal outfits inspired by the Malay baju kurung or the Indian sari, frequently incorporating the national flower, the Vanda Miss Joaquim orchid, and the iconic Merlion. These costumes were beautiful and respectful, aiming to represent the nation’s harmonious racial diversity.
In recent years, however, there has been a bold and exciting shift. Moving beyond direct cultural references, Singapore’s pageant designers have begun to conceptualise the nation itself as the costume’s inspiration. The focus has turned to Singapore’s modern identity: its stunning urban landscape, its reputation as a “Garden City”, and its spirit of relentless innovation. The national costume is no longer just about heritage, but about aspiration and a forward-looking vision.
This new era of storytelling finds its ultimate expression in the breathtaking couture gown for Miss International Singapore, a wearable masterpiece of national pride.
A Living Monument: The Supertree Grove Gown by Moe Kasim
This avant-garde creation is the work of award-winning costume visionary Moe Kasim. Moving beyond traditional dressmaking, Kasim has engineered a wearable sculpture that captures the very essence of modern Singapore.
The Designer’s Vision, In His Credit
As articulated by the designer, the gown is a direct homage to Singapore’s iconic Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay. The design brilliantly translates this architectural marvel into high fashion:
The Architectural Silhouette: The gown’s most striking feature is its sculptural, radiant cage-like bloom of magenta rods. This daring structure doesn’t just suggest the Supertrees; it recreates their architectural grandeur and vertical ambition on a human scale, framing the delegate in a halo of engineered beauty.
The Garden’s Heart: Flowing from this metallic bloom is a lush cascade of iridescent green fabric. This element masterfully represents the vertical gardens that cloak the Supertrees, introducing a soft, organic counterpoint to the hardscape and evoking the “City in a Garden” ethos.
A Celebration of Life: The bodice serves as the foundation of this ecosystem, bursting with hand-embellished florals and intricate embroidery. This meticulous detail celebrates Singapore’s rich biodiversity and the resilience of nature thriving within an urban environment.
A Testament to Creative Brilliance
This gown is more than an outfit; it is a statement. It transforms Miss International Singapore into a living monument, eloquently speaking of a nation where nature and innovation exist in perfect harmony. By choosing such a contemporary and architectural icon, Moe Kasim has not only designed a show-stopping pageant piece but has also powerfully reframed Singapore’s identity for a global audience. It is a testament to his creative brilliance and his profound understanding of how fashion can embody national pride in the 21st century.
Be Part of MSPI 2026
Inspired by Tanisha’s journey? The Singapore Women’s Association welcomes aspiring delegates to join the Miss Singapore Pageant International 2026. Visit our MSPI page to learn more about how you can represent Singapore on the international stage.