dimas's participation came about by coincidence when she accompanied a childhood friend who was signing up. she was seen by the president of the miss el salvador organization, who persuaded her to enter as well. during the final event held on 27 february 2005 before thousands of spectators, she beat the other thirteen contestants and took the crown, thereby earning the right to represent el salvador in the miss universe 2005 pageant. dimas also won other additional prizes from sponsors like avon in categories such as best mouth, best legs, best face, and miss internet.