Architecture’s Very Own Beauty Pageant. ... We’ve already brought you a selection of a few designs; in recent weeks, some of the most design-conscious countries have finally released theirs.

But the American beauty pageant dates back more than 150 years. Photograph by Ivan Vejar, courtesy Miss Universe L.P., LLLP. Load Comments. Powered by Livefyre. Sign In Sign Up.

Miss Iraq Beauty Pageant to Be Held for 1st Time Since 1972. Iraq is holding its first internationally recognized Miss Iraq competition in more than four decades.