Brainspreads: Glamorous new decade: Miss Universe 2010

It was one night on the 23rd of August 2010, more than 80 women gathered for one crown. All of these girls came from different parts of the world; competed in swimsuits, evening gowns, the crucial final question and on its conclusion, a new beauty queen from Mexico was crowned Miss Universe 2010. A spectacular evening happened at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas; a night of overwhelming beauty, glamor, surprises and excitement. It has been a month after an another unforgettable coronation event of the most prestigious pageant of all time, so let us recall what happened that night as we review this year's most awaited pageant in the universe.

The coronation night was staged in a simple platform with a short runway at the center. This simple design was accented with a crescent-like adornment creating highlights at the steps of the two staircases. Lights installed all throughout the stage makes it alive and remarkable, plus the venue has a big audience area.

Opening number. All 83 delegates introduced themselves with a recorded presentation of their national costumes after a short prelude voice-over of Mr. Donald Trump, Miss Universe Organization co-owner.

This year's opening number made the audience tip-top and mesmerized by an incredible choreography. Much more, the music of David Guetta featuring Kelly Rowland entitled Commander made this number spectacular. The girls look absolutely stunning with their silver and black dresses. Hosts Brett Michaels and Natalie Morales officially opened the much-awaited event.

Top 15. The crowd showed excitement as the hosts randomly announced the name of the countries represented by the ladies who made it to the top 15. All contestants were judged by a separate panel in the preliminary competition; and together with the Miss Universe Organization, the semi-finalists were obtained.

There were no surprise to Puerto Rico in being included for the semi-finalist. Yet she never hide the excitement to be called on first. The crowd went wild as her supporters wave flags and shout tremendously.

A very poised and surprised Ukraine zoomed in the camera. Her pretty face saved her to advance for that night's competition. She is classy and elegant as she move center stage.

The audience seem to agree that Mexico deserves a spot in the top 15. Screams made her put on a big smile as she pose at the center with a little wink. She was somehow fetching readiness for the battle that night.

Everybody was surprised with the inclusion of Belgium. She seem relaxed as she walk at the center and have the first-pose for the top15. Well, the recovery seem fast enough for this lady or maybe thinking that it's not a rehearsal anymore.

A front-runner Ireland went down the staircases and finally addressed her fans with a sexy and elusive look. She was definitely expected to made it in the list. Her beauty is extraordinary.

South Africa is the savior for the African continent. Nevertheless, her country does not fail in choosing the best girls for Miss Universe through the years. This is not quite a surprise for her to be included for the semis.

An angelic face France was called on stage. Many were shocked but fully recovered upon seeing her innocent smile to the camera. Flashing lights added a flavor in this magic moment.

A bubbly Australia raised her both arms as she was called that night. Very young and fresh, she was indeed a sure choice for the finals for having a jolly and pleasing personality.

A little bit over for a reaction with Jamaica.but no one will surely argue that she deserved the spot. Maybe she was really surprised, yet a well-prepared girl would be expected to penetrate in this pageant and that would be definitely her.

Creating much buzz for the inclusion that is Russia. The facial beauty saved her for this competition and the audience seem agreed. A much exemplary performance in the preliminaries garnered her a spot.

Albania zoomed in to camera wearing much of a pleasant surprise in her face. A little pouting of her lips finished a great pose at the center stage.

Colombia flaunted her hips as she move at the center. A big smile proved her excitement for the competition. Her curves were highlighted as she pose for a second.

Really seems lucky enough for Guatemala. Quite unexpected to be in the list, she still presented some elements of surprise. Indeed, this pageant follows a different flavor in choosing girls.

Another pleasant shock with Czech Republic. Barely unnoticeable at the duration of the contest's early stages and before preliminaries, she still managed to step up and set her best for the competition.

After a long breath-taking announcement, there goes the Philippines. A strong candidate right from the start, equally twinned with lots of controversies. Consider the loud holler from the audience showing a signal for victory.

After the gruesome and nerve-wracking announcement, this is crucial for all candidates as they realized mixed emotions: some were defeated and the others tasted a sneak of winning; but the contest was just starting. The girls then went backstage and started to prepare for another exciting part of the evening: the swimsuit competition.