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Miss Universe Philippines Ariella Arida’s Arrival In Moscow, Russia!

Posted on October 23, 2013 | 1 comment

judging by the comments from our Kababayan…I’m relived and confident that Ara will truly deliver!

Ara in Moscow! video and pictures via OPMB

Ara in Moscow!
video and picture via OPMB

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Miss Universe Philippines Ariella Arida’s “Controversial” Interview With Karen Davila

Posted on October 22, 2013 | 2 comments

For those of you who are curious to watch the last kinda controversial interview of our very own Miss Universe delegate Ariella Arida, here’s that full segment of ANC’s Headstart by Karen Davila where she asked Ara about pageant related topics, different current events (pretty tough!) and some questions thrown in by the peeps from twitter.

If I’m being honest, I love how blunt Ara was during this interview. She may not be very eloquent in English but I love how she’s able to send her message across. She’s sweet and feisty at the same time and I kinda liked it! Maldita lang ang peg! Haha

Ara Arida on ANC's Headstart

And man’ what a very big transformation! my oh my, she looked insanely divine here! She’s now a major competition and the pageant world knows it! Keep it up Ara!!! I am supporting you 100% and we (the Filipino people) are behind you all the way! Mabuhay ka! #forthephilippines

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Miss Philippines Ariella Arida On Her Miss Universe Profile

Posted on October 21, 2013 | Leave a comment

Here’s our girl Ariella aka Ara as she introduced herself to the world via her Miss Universe profile. It’s pretty impressive actually.

Ara via missuniverse.com

Ara via missuniverse.com

Her profile says: Ariella Arida graduated with honors from the University of the Philippines with a degree in chemistry. She is fascinated with different cultures and has a love of learning, and advocates for educating the young. In the future, Ariella aspires to become an entrepreneur, and merge her love of chemistry and research to create her own fragrance line. Since her childhood, Ariella has always had a competitive, determined and hardworking spirit.

IN HER OWN WORDS: The Filipino resiliency, and our ability to be positive despite all odds is something that my country can be proud of. 

FUN FACTS ABOUT HER:

  1. Creative and inquisitive as a young girl, Ariella would make various sweets from herbs and sell them to her classmates in grade school.
  2. Ariella one forced herself to learn how to drive stick shift for a job in just five hours, without ever driving a car before in her life.
  3. Ariella can tell the composition of any chemical compound by simply glancing at it.

She should be leaving today for Russia and I know that she would deliver so let’s hope and wish the best for her. Good luck Ariella!

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My Miss Universe 2013 Top 15 Second Hot Picks!

Posted on October 18, 2013 | 1 comment
Monic is reigning still as my Top Pick for this year's Miss Universe crown!

Monic Perez of Puerto Rico is reigning still as my Top Pick for this year’s Miss Universe crown!

1. Puerto Rico‘s undeniable charisma and sex appeal keeps other girls from claiming the top spot from her two hot picks in a row now. Every single chance I had, I am checking forums, blogs and just plain searching and Monic as I see it is the most consistent. This girl’s the one to beat at the moment!

2. Erin Brady is an upgrade from last year’s winner and the reigning Miss Universe Olivia Culpo. Had Brady won the Miss USA crown last year, everyone will be at peace at the loss of Janine ( myself included) at last year’s Miss Universe (but let’s move on LOL). Erin is tall, feisty, charming and has a great personality. A back to back win is not far-fetched but it’s kinda risky 🙂 *wink*

3. Olga Strozhenko of Ukraine remains to be one of my favorites. This girl is pure class and elegance in the real sense of the world. ‘girl doesn’t have a bad angle!

4. Croatia’s Melita Fabecic will be a surefire hit in Russia. She’s young and was declared the most beautiful woman in Croatia and she’s European! She’s got everything going for her!

5. Whulandary Herman of Indonesia is probably the best Indonesian delegate to represent Indonesia in any international beauty pageant EVER! This girl’s a freaking supermodel! If an Asian could win this pageant if it is to be held tomorrow, hands down – she’s got it in the bag!

Top 2 -15

THE REST OF MY TOP 15 ARE

6. Russia – Elmira Abdrazakova
7. Israel – Yityish Aynaw
8. Dominican Republic – Yaritza Reyes
9. France – Hinarani de Longeaux
10. Venezuela – Maria Gabriela Isler
11. Peru – Cindy Mejia Santa Maria
12. Poland – Paulina Krupinska
13. Philippines – Ariella Arida
14. Brazil – Jakelyne Oliveira
15. Italy – Luna Isabella Voce

Who’s you favorite this year?

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Miss Universe Philippines Ariella Arida – The Transformation!

Posted on October 18, 2013 | Leave a comment

Facially, I think that Ariella’s  the strongest amongst the winners of this year’s Binibining Pilipinas Gold because she’s not too “pretty” and she has that good quality of being able to change her look with just minimal help (make up, photoshop and all.) That being said, our girl still need to work it out to find her right styling and learn her angles to be able to stand out in the bevy of international beauties come Miss Universe finals night on November 9 in Moscow, Russia.

Nicolo Cosme (credits to the owner)

Nicolo Cosme (credits to the owner)

Ara had her send-off yesterday at the Araneta Center and she did not disappoint. Our girl is finally in it to win it! She know she had such a big task to accomplish in Moscow and I’m glad she’s goin’ there in full gear – what she need now is a big HEART to win it all and ofcourse our prayers for her to capture the elusive third Miss Universe crown!

Liking the new Ara? ME: Hell Yeah!

Liking the new Ara?
ME: Hell Yeah!

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Miss Universe Philippines 2013 Ara Arida – Send Off Party Look!

Posted on October 17, 2013 | Leave a comment

Wow! I just saw the picture below posted by his handler Jonas Gaffud on instagram and I am officially sold by our girl Ara! Her styling was just perfect! She’s got the right body (not voluptuous – more like Jesinta Campbell – Miss Australia 2010 and Miss Universe 2011 Leila Lopes) and man’ she’s so rocking it!

Ara during her send off party today

Ara during her send off party today

Doesn’t she look ravishing? She actually kinda reminds me of Hannah Sison here (a 2013 BBP Gold contestant.) I think she’s gonna wow everyone in Russia! Go Ara you can do it!

picture credits to jonas gaffud

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Miss World 2013 Meets The President!

Posted on October 17, 2013 | Leave a comment
via missworld

via missworld

Here’s Megan as she made her courtesy call with the President of the Republic Of The Philippines, H.E, Benigno Aquino III. Megan surely brought joy and pride in our country and she really ought to be recognized! #represent

Looking glorious in her terno with the President!

Looking glorious in her terno with the President!

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The Homecoming Of Miss World 2013 Megan Young!

Posted on October 17, 2013 | Leave a comment
Better late than never right? I’ve been meaning to post several items about the new Miss World – our very own, Megan Young but I’ve just been awfully busy this past few days (esp the weekend!!!)
Megan's homecoming parade in Makati! via missworld

Megan’s homecoming parade in Makati!
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Megan's queenly reception at the Mall Of Asia! via missworld

Megan’s queenly reception at the Mall Of Asia!
via missworld

Anyways, so last Friday – Megan’s much awaited homecoming was received by Filipino fans like how a true queen should be welcomed. Despite of the rain, people still went to the streets of Makati just to see our very first Miss World! I wasn’t there though, I opted to wait at the Mall Of Asia. I just got off work by then and I waited for like 2 hours and I was not disappointed at all. I finally saw Megan Young as the new Miss World and Miss Julia Morley in person Wee! So exciting! I was like…OHMMMYYYGGGOOOSSSSSHHHHHH!!!!!!! I was not able to take decent pictures of Megan but I was able to snap a quick vid posted below 🙂

Gaaahhhh! it was just crazy last Friday! I’m just so proud of Megan!!!!

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Megan Young On Manila Bulletin’s Style Weekend

Posted on October 6, 2013 | Leave a comment
First Cover as Miss World, hhmm. Yes, technically - this came out last Friday, about a week after her win!

First Cover as Miss World, hhmm. Yes, technically – this came out last Friday, about a week after her win!

Although this shoot happened before Megan clinched the Miss World crown in Bali and was shot by BJ Pascual and styling by Kaye Awatin.

Truly, a Miss World material.

Truly, a Miss World material.

a one in a million beauty - that is Megan Young!

a one in a million beauty – that is Megan Young!

Style Manila Bulletin Weekend `images via Manila Bulletin / BJ Pascual / Kaye Awatin

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My Miss Universe 2013 Top 15 First Hot Picks!

Posted on October 6, 2013 | 5 comments

October signaled the start of the Miss Universe season where one lucky lady will be crown the most beautiful woman in the Universe  at the beautiful city of Moscow, Russia come November 9. A few days from now, delegates from all over the world will be arriving in Moscow hoping to succeed the title and crown of reigning queen, Olivia Culpo of the United States. As I’m typing this, a lot of hot picks have been created at forums, blogs and pageant sites alike and yours truly also came up with my first hot picks – choosing my top 15 favorites pre-arrival and analyzing the lady who’s most likely to win it. Here are my top15 ladies and gents…

my first hot picks for Top15

my first hot picks for Top15

1. PUERTO RICO – MONIC PEREZPuerto Rico

My numero uno for the crown at this stage goes to Monic Perez of Puerto Rico. After the heartbreaking non-placement of Bodine last year (whom I predicted to win last year-ouch!)  – they are now back with a vengeance crowning this alluring latin goddess to compete with the best in Russia. Last year, Bodine may have been hyped to death with a disappointing outcome but with or without hype for Monic – this girl cannot be ignored. Puerto Rico will bounce back big this time.

2.Ukraine – Olga StrozhenkoUkraine

Olga’s ethereal beauty may just be the biggest threat to anyone trying to win the crown – Monic included. ‘Girl is almost perfect that I feel that it could also be her downfall. But hey, Ukraine has a good track record – what Olesya Stefanko failed to accomplish in 2011 could be Olga’s destiny this year.

3. Dominican Republic – Yaritza Reyes

photo by Rafael Rivas

photo by Rafael Rivas

I think it’s high time that a lady from Dominican Republic be recognized yet again and enter the semis! After Ada placing runner up to Stefania – the Dominican ladies went MIA from the last three years. This year, though, they are sending quite stunning queen who could also win it all.

my top 4 - 15

my top 4 – 15

4. Russia – Elmira Abdrazakova
5. Croatia – Melita Fabecic
6. USA – Erin Brady
7. Colombia – Lucia Aldana
8. Poland – Paulina Krupinska
9. Italy – Luna Isabella Voce
10. Israel – Yityish Aynaw
11. Australia – Olivia Wells
12. Czech Republic – Gabriela Kratochvilova
13. France – Hinarani de Longeaux
14. Indonesia – Whulandary Herman
15. Venezuela – Maria Gabriela Isler

Who are on your hot picks?

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