America’s Next Top Model Cycle 15, Episode 1 The High Fashion Cycle

This cycle promised to be different from the last 14 cycles because this is the “real” high fashion cycle where the winner will be featured in none other than the fashion bible, Vogue Italia, win a contract with IMG Models, and win a hundred thousand contracts with Covergirl Cosmetics!

They are indeed full of promise, as Tyra chose 14 girls to battle it out, with the shortest girl standing 5’8 ½” and the tallest contestant with a towering 6’ 2” frame.

here are the girls during their photoshoot casting.

Anamaria and Chelsey

Sarah and Esther

 

Rhianna and Ann

Kendal and Kacey

Jane and Kayla

Sisters Chris and Terra

Liz and Christina

 

Lexie and Jordan

Final 14.

Anamaria Mirdita
Age: 19
Hometown: Queens, New York
Occupation: Unemployed
Height: 5’10”

Ann Ward
Age: 19
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Height: 6’2”
Occupation: Student
 
 
 
 
Chelsey Hersley
Age: 22
Hometown: Boise, Idaho
Height: 5’10 ¾”
Occupation: Waitress
 
Chris White
Age: 20
Hometown: Arlington, Texas
Height: 5’10 ½”
Esther Petrack
Age: 18
Hometown: Boston, Massachusetts
Height: 5’9”
Occupation: Student
Jane Randall
Age: 19
Hometown: Baltimore, Maryland
Height: 5’9”
Occupation: Student
 
Kacey Legget
Age: 20
Hometown: Palmdale, California
Height: 5’9”
Occupation: Dance Teacher
 
Kayla Ferrel
Age: 19
Hometown: Rockford, Illinois
Height: 5’9”
Occupation: Waitress

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Kendal Brown
Age: 23

 

Hometown: Northport, Alabama
Height: 5’11”
Occupation: Unemployed
 
Lexie Tomchek
Age: 18
Hometown: Geneva, Illinois
Height: 6’
Occupation: Unemployed
 
 
Liz Williams
Age: 21
Hometown: Arlington, Texas
Height: 5’10”
Occupation: Shoe Sales Rep
 
Rhianna Atwood
Age: 20
Hometown: San Diego, California
Height: 6’1 ½”
Occupation: World explorin’, dance feverin’, people lovin’,
wild child!
 
Sara Blackmore
Age: 21
Hometown: Menifee, California
Height: 5’10”
Occupation: Mother
 
Terra White
Age: 24
Hometown: Arlington, Texas
Height: 5’8 ½”
Occupation: Unemployed
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Charlene Almarvez: Asia’s Next Top Model

Charlene Louise Alagon Almarvez also known as Chat Almarvez in the fashion industry is a young native of Laguna, Philippines who was hailed the runner-up in this year’s Ford Supermodel of The World held in Brazil (January 2010). This 17 year old  lass is now under Ford Models agency who signed her with a whopping $150,000 contract.

In recent years, we have the likes of Verns Buckley, Charo Ronquillo strutting their stuff in the international runway (both are products of Ford Supermodel Of the World)

Now, this young Filipina is without question leading the pact with the mission to conquer the fashion world, once again proving that Asians are one of the most beautiful women in the planet.

See the evolution of Chat since her Ford Supermodel Of The World stint last January.

[January 2010]

during the Ford  Supermodel of the World held in Sao Paolo, Brazil.

Chat in V Magazine

Chat in Vogue China

 

Barely a year after her Ford Supermodel of the World-Philippines win, young Charlene already accomplished what other long time models had been working all their lives –and with this start in her career, a new supermodel will soon be born.

 

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Ranking of Miss Universe Winners from 2000-2010

Since the Miss Universe fever is still so much on, I’ve decided to rank the winners of the pageant from the year 2000 up to 2010. They are all Queens of the Universe but who exactly is the fairest of them all.

I basically use the three B’s to determine the ranking: Beauty, Body (based on their year’s Swimsuit competition) and Brains (based on their respective pageant’s Q&A).

This is an opinionated ranking based on my personal views.

1. Miss Universe 2005 - Natalie Glebova (Canada) 9.46

Natalie Glebova Miss Universe 2005BEAUTY – 9.43 / BODY – 9.35 / BRAINS –  9.59

2. Miss Universe 2009 - Stefania Fernandez (Venezuela) 9.45

Stefania Fernandez Miss Universe 2009BEAUTY – 9.33 / BODY – 9.35 / BRAINS –  9.67

3. Miss Universe 2002 - Justine Pasek (Panama) 9.44

Justine Pasek Miss Universe 2002BEAUTY – 9.33 / BODY – 9.35 / BRAINS –  9.67

( Justine Pasek was the first runner-up to Russia’s Oxana Federova who got dethroned that year.)

4. Miss Universe 2000 - Lara Dutta (India) 9.42

Lara Dutta Miss Universe 2000BEAUTY – 9.20 / BODY – 9.26 / BRAINS –  9.79

5. Miss Universe 2008 - Dayana Mendoza (Venezuela) 9.38

Dayana Mendoza Miss Universe 2008BEAUTY – 9.35 / BODY – 9.46 / BRAINS –  9.32

6. Miss Universe 2007 - Riyo Mori (Japan) 9.33

Riyo Mori Miss Japan 2007BEAUTY – 9.15 / BODY – 9.25 / BRAINS –  9.59

7. Miss Universe 2001 - Denise Quinones (Puerto Rico) 9.32

Denise Quiñones Miss Universe 2001BEAUTY – 9.15 / BODY – 9.25 / BRAINS –  9.59

8. Miss Universe 2004 - Jennifer Hawkins (Australia) 9.31

Jennifer Hawkins Miss Universe 2004BEAUTY – 9.25 / BODY – 9.10 / BRAINS –  9.47

9. Miss Universe 2003 - Amelia Vega (Dominican Republic) 9.30

Amelia Vega Miss Universe 2003BEAUTY – 9.23 / BODY – 9.24 / BRAINS –  9.42

10. Miss Universe 2010 - Ximena Navarrete (Mexico) 9.27

Ximena Navarette Miss Universe 2010BEAUTY – 9.22 / BODY – 9.25 / BRAINS –  9.35

11. Miss Universe 2006 - Zuleyka Rivera (Puerto Rico) 9.21

Zuleyka Rivera Miss Universe 2006BEAUTY – 9.00 / BODY – 9.27 / BRAINS –  9.35

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The New Miss Universe: Mexico’s Ximena Navarette

Conquering the Universe this year is the fair lady from Mexico who has been a frontrunner to the crown eversince she won the Nuestra Belleza México in 2009. Twenty-two year-old Ximena Navarrete Rosete battled it out with 82 equally beautiful candidates all over the world to emerge as the queen of the Universe. She’s only the second Mexican delegate to win the prestigious title after Lupita Jone’s major win in 1991, Ironically both won at the same venue –Las Vegas.

Just how did Ximena planned her successful conquest?

As simple as this.

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The Runner-Up’s

1st Runner-Up: Miss Jamaica – Yendi Phillipps


2nd Runner-Up: Miss Australia – Jesinta Campbell

(who was also voted by fellow contestants as the most congenial)


3rd Runner-Up: Anna Poslavska

(I just don’t understand why she placed this high)


4th Runner-Up: Miss Philippines – Maria Venus Raj

(the crowd favorite)

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America’s Next Top Model Cycle 15: Are the girls Vogue-worthy?

The fifteenth cycle of the hit show America’s Next Top Model seemed to be a very promising one as the winner would land a cover at the Italian Vogue. Yes, you heard it right; the winner will grace the fashion bible and one of the best Vogue publications ever. After years of having the winner get a spread for Seventeen magazine, this cycle’s winner would have a very good start making name for herself in the fashion industry.

According to early reports, the minimum height of the girls for this cycle is 5’9″. The only question is, are the chosen girls for this cycle really worth the cover of Vogue?

the show will be back on September 8 at CW. 8PM.

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Miss Universe 2010 Top 15 Predictions

Almost a month ago, I picked my favorites for the semis for the 2010 Miss Universe to be held on August 23, 2010 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada USA. Barely two weeks before the competition will start; I will again pick our pre- “preliminaries” favorites after seeing some of their official and non-official Miss Universe photos.

Here’s our  Top 15 predictions this time:

1. Australia (Jesinta Campbell) – she’s one of my top favorites for the crown now for simply delivering those endearing smiles and captivating eye contact.

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2. The Philippines (Venus Raj) – she’s my “most-likely” favorite to win the crown because of her spunk and the hunger I see in her eyes. Her fierce photos and the attention she’s getting from the pageant’s sponsors is giving me good vibes about this prediction.

3. Russia (Irina Antonenko) – she’s without question the perennial Top 5 favorite of almost every pageant fans all over the world since she won the national competition. After seeing her lackluster photos though, I’m hoping that she could live up with everyone’s hype!

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4. Israel (Bat-El Jobi) – Her exotic look and girl-next door  sex appeal are what endear me to Bat-El. I’m giving her a very comfortable spot in the Top 15.

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5. Albania (Angela Martini) – Initially, I never thought of Miss Albania to be Miss Universe material but after seeing her photos / videos, I’m so dead wrong!

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6. USA (Rima Fakih) – this girl is all personality and whether she delivers mediocre photos is not my concern now. Her always sunny smile reminds me of the ever- luminescent dessert of Las Vegas and she’s gearing up to conquer it!

7. Mexico (Ximena Navarrete) – yes, it’s a mistake not to include (X) Jimena in our early predictions but I’m only human right? I’m making it up though, because I have this core-tingling feeling that she’d sail through the competition and be part of that group who will be answering the final question!

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8. Ireland (Rozanna Purcell) –I’ve been hearing the buzzes about this fine young vixen from Ireland and I’m quite impressed with the package – I’m just not sure if she could carry this on to win it all.

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9. Haiti (Sarodj Bertin) – for a long time now, the still distraught country of Haiti decided to send a delegate with just the right angst to make it and it’s not pity that would catapult her to the semis; I hope I’m right.

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10. Trinidad and Tobago (LaToya Woods) – she’s quite fierce and I’d like to commend the confidence she exudes. It’s almost convincing that after over 11 years, she might just sneak in to grab the crown.

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11. France (Malika Menard) – I just love her smile and yes! –she’s got that look to die for. Merci.

12. Puerto Rico (Mariana Paola Vicente) – girls from this country always end up winning when you least expect them to and I’m eying her now –yes you Mariana!

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13. India (Ushoshi Sengupta)– I’m disappointed at first but I’d still like to believe that she could carry on the almost lost Miss India legacy.

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14. Canada (Elena Semikina) – she’s the tallest and she’s half-Russian so I figured that she would easily stand out right?

15. Venezuela (Marelisa Gibson)  – The most disappointing delegate from Venezuela in years. Let’s admit it though, she’s everyone sentimental favorite and she’s hoping she could continue her country’s winning streak. Gawd bless her.

My fearless forecast for the crown? (The Philippines, Canada and Mexico)

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Miss Universe 2010 Top 10 Picks

The 59th Edition will be held next month at the Mandalay Bay Resorts and Casino, in Las Vegas USA. 85 contestants from all over the globe are expected to compete with Miss Universe 2009, Stefania Fernandez crowning the new Queen.

Here are PaddylastInc’s TOP 10 Picks out of all 81 contestants. Note that there will be 15 semi-finalist come next month’s competition.

1. Japan – Maiko ItaiMU Japan

Miss Japan exudes that Kurara Chibana appeal when strutting her stuff on the runway and we can’t help but think that she might just end up winning the crown!

2. Belgium– Cilou AnnysMU Belgium

There’s something fresh with Miss Belgium that is why she’s part of our Top 10.

3. Mexico – Ximena NavarreteMU Mexico

Miss Mexico is pure sex appeal. Yep. That’s it.

4. Russia – Irina AntonenkoMU Russia

I know. They all look alike. Her body’s not that enticing during the national competition but her face could launch…anything!

5. Australia –  Jesinta CampbellMU Australia

She’d surely gonna work it in the prelims. Mark our words, she’s gonna make it in the top 15 by her catwalk skills alone.

6. Canada – Elena SemikinaMU Canada

We were thinking that she could do a repeat of that Natalie Glebova’s conquest when she snatch the Universe from the Latinas in 2005!

7. Philippines – Maria Venus RajMU Philippines

She’s probably one of the most searched Miss Universe contestants this year;  thanks to her dethronement from the crown and official reinstatement to represent her country to the Miss Universe. We’d love to see her flaunt her 22″ waistline in the semi-finals. A body deemed to be the best among the contestants this year.

8. Kosovo –  Kështjella PepshiMU Kosovo

Yes. This would be their 3rd year in the competition and she’s not an exception, she might just be the first Miss Universe from Kosovo!

9. Venezuela – Marelisa GibsonMU Venezuela

I don’t think Venezuela will get a threepeat with Marelisa. She’s pretty alright but she’s not as stunning as both Dayana and Stefania.  It is almost secured though, that she’ll have a place in the semis.

10. USA –  Rima FakihMU USA

Miss USA may have the edge for being “Miss USA,” although  she’s not that of a stand out physically, contestants should watch out for her because she’s smart as hell

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Britney Spears’ “Candies” Collection are Haute!!!!

Pop Legend Britney Spears once again proved to the world that she can do everything! With Millions of albums sold, successful world tour, chart topping songs, lucrative endorsements and yes —as history would tell us –the  greatest comeback to date — Britney is set to conquer the fashion industry by storm with Candies releasing her very “own” collection straight from Britney’s idea of edgy yet girly fashion that is expected to sell like pancakes!!!!

“My personal style is mix of comfortable and flirty. I love cute little dresses but I also love comfy sweaters and jeans.”

Spears signed a contract last year to endorse the fashion line of the junior clothing line Candies which seemed to be a very successful partnership as Candies exposure are reaching greater heights with Britney  as their chosen model! The collections will be sold exclusively at Kohl’s and the fans are  raving about Britney’s designs which are getting a lot of positive responses based on some previews. The collection will be available on July 1st so be sure to hurry up and get your piece of Britney!

About the collection, Britney says: I used a lot of studs and lace, because I wanted to make the clothes cool and edgy yet girly. I also love jeans, so I had to make sure there were some great pairs in the collection. And I love jewelry so there are a lot of fun pieces. There are great necklaces and big earrings.

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To add one more great news, Britney was ranked by Forbes this year as the 6th Most Powerful Celebrity.
J’adore Britney!

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Them Cycle 14 Girls: America’s Next Top Model’s Netwalk

I thought Tyra will be putting 14 girls for her hit show’s 14th cycle but she decided to pick 13 girls to compete for the Top Model’s title and finish their catwalk / netwalk in New Zealand which is the international destination for this cycle.Netwalk will be this cycle’s theme –it is the Tyra’s version of Myspace / Facebook.

GABRIELLE KNIERY
Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
Age: 18
Occupation: Student

NADUAH RUGELY
Hometown: San Diego, California
Age: 22
Occupation: Full-time mother


REN VOKES
Hometown: Grand Prairie, Texas
Age: 22
Occupation: Living

SIMONE LEWIS
Hometown: Lenexa, Kansas
Age: 19
Occupation: Student


TATIANNA KERN
Hometown: Ewa Beach, Hawaii
Age: 21
Occupation: Student

BRENDA ARENS
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Age: 23
Occupation: Administrative Assistant

ANSLEE PAYNE -FRANKLIN
Hometown: Dacula, Georgia
Age: 23
Occupation: Bartender

ALASIA BALLARD
Hometown: Marietta, Georgia
Age: 18
Occupation: Student


JESSICA SERFATY
Hometown: Conway, Arkansas
Age: 18
Occupation: Model

ANGELEA PRESTON
Hometown: Buffalo, New York
Age: 23
Occupation: Answering Service Operator

ALEXANDRA UNDERWOOD
Hometown: Kerrville, Texas
Age: 21
Occupation: Student


RAINA HEIN (Runner-up)
Hometown: Minnetonka, Minnesota
Age: 22
Occupation: Student

KRISTA WHITE (AMERICA’s NEXT TOP MODEL CYCLE 14 WINNER)
Hometown: Pine Bluff, Arkansas
Age: 26
Occupation: Retail Manager


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My pre-show faves’ are  Raina and Simone, though after previewing these make-overs –i’m pretty disappointed , I’m still hoping for a better cycle this time after a disappointing Cycle 13 ( with the exception of the fierce winner –Nicole)

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The Oscar’s Fashion 2010 Edition

The BESTest!

Actress Rachel McAdams is definitely tonight’s big winner on the red carpet wearing Elie Saab creation.

Check this out! JLo never ceased to rock it on the red carpet! she’s wearing an Armani Prive gown.

this is what you call elegance, the 16th time Oscar nominated Meryl Streep wowed everyone with this regal creation of Project Runway alums Chris March.

Kristen Stewart is a first time Oscar attendee rocking a Monique Lhuillier gothic creation!

Kate Winslet can do no wrong with Yves Saint Laurent‘s creation.

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FAILED!!!

I cannot for the life of me understand what the rose accent Charlize Theron was wearing on her lumps with her Christian Dior gown.

I love Vera Farmiga in Up In The Air but this Marchesa‘s creation is so over the top and way too busy that you cannot find the best supporting actress nominee.

This Givenchy creation is not just right for Zoe Saldana –there’s something off with it.

First time Best Actress nominee Carey Mulligan didn’t take Vogue’s editor Anna Wintour‘s advise and this was the dreadful results.  I’m lovin’ the Prada dress but what’s with the shoes???

I seriously don’t get the whole look of Amanda Seyfried tonight –it’s all too old fashion. It’s probably because JLo already got the better Armani Prive dress.

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SPECIAL CITATION:

actresses who didn’t make it to our “bestest” list but nevertheless gave some glittering lights to the star-studded events

Best Supporting Actress nominee Maggie Gyllenhaal wearing a Dries van Noten creation.

Inglorious Basterds’ Diane Kruger wearing a Chanel dress.

A platinum blonde Cameron Diaz wearing an Oscar de la Renta‘s haute couture creation.

Best Supporting Actress nominees Penelope Cruz wearing a Donna Karan couture.

Another Best Supporting Actress nominee Anna Kendrick wearing an Elie Saab creation.

We just gotta love Tinay Fey in this Michael Kors creation.

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