Serena Caredda, 21, from Senorbì, is the new Miss Universe Sardinia . The young woman was elected during the regional final of the pageant organized by Alessia Ghisoni and Cinzia Murgia, wedding and event entrepreneurs and the only holders of the Miss Universe title for Sardinia, which took place yesterday in Iglesias.
Along with Serena Caredda, two other finalists will participate in the final act of the competition, which will be held in Puglia from August 25th to 31st: Nicole Monni, 18, from Iglesias; and Martina Bandiera, 20, from Carbonia .
The evening was masterfully hosted by Anthony Peth, accompanied by Luciana Ledda using sign language. During the finale, the sashes of excellence were also awarded. The "Miss Oggi Sposi & Magazine" sash went to Matilde Meloni, who will be the face of the magazine for the 2026 edition. Federica Figus won the "Miss Olimpic" sash, which will allow her to be the spokesperson for Sartoria Olimpic for the 2026 business collection. The "Miss Vogue Style" sash went to Luna Dechicu, who will be the spokesperson for Dama Atelier.
The words of the new Miss Sardinia, Serena Caredda: "Going down the catwalk during the regional final in Iglesias and participating in this prestigious pageant was truly exciting. I hope to be up to the task that awaits me and to carry the Sardinian flag with honor, representing my homeland at the national stage of Miss Universe. Thanks to Cinzia and Alessia, who took care of us down to the smallest detail during this adventure. I dedicate this victory to my family, who have supported me with such love from day one . "
Alessia Ghisoni and Cinzia Murgia's was the first edition of Miss Universe, but every stop organized around Sardinia has proven a success: "It was a wonderful adventure ," they say, "and the final, then, provided unique emotions . We are proud to have created a new beauty pageant in Sardinia, which aims to tell something new, and which is not only about external beauty, but which aims to highlight all the good things our land has to offer. During this journey, we have hosted artists and stylists who bring Sardinian traditions to the world, showcasing excellence that many were unfamiliar with "
