The winner of Miss Singapore Universe clearly distinguished from the rest of the competition.

Miss Valerie Lim, 25, is a leggy 1.79m tall.

The behavioral therapist was crowned at the Shangri-La Hotel last night.

She also won an alternative, Miss Body Beautiful.

She will go to represent Singapore in the Miss Universe 2011 International Sao Paulo, Brazil in September.

The judges told The New Paper they were impressed with Valerie's confidence and wit. He was also articulate and manage Q & A and segment.

The judge Mr Bernard Lim, said: "She exudes confidence throughout the night until the question and answer segment could say I was comfortable and not nervous .."

Valerie had previously participated and also won the Miss Earth Mexico in 2009, and said the experience increased their confidence on stage.