# Miss Universe contestants at New York Fashion Week

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/miss-universe-contestants-at-new-york-fashion-week
> Updated: 2026-09-13T23:40:20.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Miss Universe 2026 contestants from Paraguay and Costa Rica have made appearances at New York Fashion Week.

Gretha Matiauda, Miss Universe Paraguay 2026, modeled a gold gown by designer Giannina Azar. Matiauda, an economist, has been increasing her international profile through media appearances in Miami.

María Alejandra Acosta García, Miss Universe Costa Rica 2026, debuted on the Runway 7 platform for designer Alejandro de los Reyes. Her participation in industry events and fittings has drawn praise from pageant commentators as she prepares for the Miss Universe 2026 competition.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-13: Miss Universe Costa Rica debuts at New York Fashion Week

Miss Universe Costa Rica 2026 María Alejandra Acosta García debuted as a model at New York Fashion Week, walking for designer Alejandro de los Reyes.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/miss-universe-costa-rica-debuts-at-new-york-fashion-week

### 2026-09-12: Gretha Matiauda shines at New York Fashion Week

Miss Universe Paraguay 2026 Gretha Matiauda gained international attention following her appearance at New York Fashion Week wearing a design by Giannina Azar.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gretha-matiauda-shines-at-new-york-fashion-week

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