Yassss! Heating up the cloudy Miami now is none other than our very own Mary Jean Lastimosa as she’s getting ready for her swimsuit shot for the 2014 Miss Universe pageant. In the photos below, our rep is looking mighty fine and I’m getting more and more excited with each picture published about her! Werq it!!!
that body…yes please!
Miss Philippines MJ Lastimosa with Bea Toivonen of Finland and Doron Matalon of Israel.
I don’t usually brag like this about our beauty pageant delegates but this picture simply cemented Miss Universe Philippines 2014 Mary Jean Lastimosa as one of the girls to watch out for at the upcoming Miss Universe pageant in Doral, Miami this month! Pageant fans and pundits know that MJ doesn’t need the help of Photoshop when it comes to that body! This girl is just WOW.
No Treble…
MJ All The Way indeed!!
MJ looking fiercer than ever!
via missuniverse.org
The supposed 2014 edition of the Miss Universe pageant will be held on January 25 of next year at the U.S. Century Bank Arena in Doral, Miami, Floria and every pageant fans and pundits are totally bubbling up with excitement!
Philippine delegate Mary Jean Lastimosa (who waited for almost a year and is the last 2014 Binibining Pilipinas queen to be fielded internationally) is also gearing up in the hopes of winning the third Miss Universe crown for the Philippines. It’s been a good 41 years since the Philippines won the crown when Margarita Moran won in Greece – just three years after Gloria Diaz won the 1969 edition.
Most recently, the Philippines have consistently placed in the Top 5 from the last four years where Janine Tugonon almost snatched the crown in 2012 from eventual winner Olivia Culpo of the USA.
And I’ve a feeling that the 63rd edition of the pageant in January will be a battle royale of beauty, poise and wits! I’m also getting a good feeling for MJ! She just look extremely ravishing!!!
via Leo Almodal’s IG account
Just recently, Miss Universe Philippines 2014 Mary Jean Lastimosa donned a Leo Almodal number in a photoshoot posted via Almodal’s instagram which garnered tremendous positive feedbacks from pageants fans netizens who are all hoping for Lastimosa to do well in the upcoming Miss Universe pageant in Miami January of next year. The fiery evening gown silhouetted Lastimosa’s enviable figure and accented her beautiful bone structure.
Lastimosa is considered a favorite for the crown this early on and a lot of Filipino pageant pundits are hoping that she’d actually be donning a Filipino designer-made ensemble come Miss Universe season. And personally, her dress and styling here spells WINNER. Well, hope springs eternal guys… let’s just really hope for the best 
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Tagged Leo Almodal, Miss Universe, Miss Universe 2014, Miss Universe Philippines, MJ Lastimosa
Yulia Alipova representing the city of Balakovo became the successor of Elmira Abrazakova as she was crowned the new Miss Russia. Alipova will be representing Russia in both Miss World and Miss Universe this year.
via missrussia.com
Both reigning Miss World Megan Young and Miss Universe Gabriela Isler were part of the judging panel and assisted in the crowning of the new Miss Russia.
via missosology.info
via Raffa Indo·
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Tagged Gabriela Isler, Megan Young, Miss Russia 2014, Miss Universe, Miss World, Yulia Alipova
Just three years after the historic win of Stefania Fernandez crowned then by her fellow Venezuelan Dayana Mendoza, the pageant powerhouse yet again proved that they are the leading country when it comes to sending top notch delegates with Gabriela Isler clinching the 7th Miss Universe crown for Venezuela!
Spain’s Patricia Yurena Rodriguez was adjudged 2nd while Constanza Baez of Ecuador was 3rd over all. Philippines’ bet Ariella Arida was 4th with Brazil’s Jakelyne Oliveira completing the Top 5!
The order of announcement during the pageant:
Top 16
1. Costa Rica
2. Ukraine
3. China
4. Ecuador
5. Great Britain
6. Indonesia
7. Venezuela
8. Dominican Republic
9. Puerto Rico
10. Spain
11. USA
12. Nicaragua
13. Switzerland
14. India
15. Brazil
16. Philippines
Top 10
1. Spain
2. Philippines
3. Great Britain
4. India
5. Brazil
6. USA
7. Ukraine
8. Ecuador
9. Venezuela
10. Dominican Republic
Top 5
1. Ecuador
2. Brazil
3. Spain
4. Philippines
5. Venezuela
For me, tonight’s a reminiscent of Shamcey’s stint in Brazil where she placed 4th behind Brazil, Ukraine and the eventual winner Angola. Everyone but Shamcey used an interpreter. It was still a good run though since Ara was able to continue PH’s top 5 streak!
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For those of you who cannot watch the Miss Universe 2013 live on TV – here’s your chance to witness the most beautiful day in the universe. Choose the streaming links that you prefer to watch the crowning of the New Miss Universe!
http://www.1tv.ru/anons/id=198478
especiales.tntla.com/la/miss-universo/
tevetv.net/venevision-en-vivo/
Philippines – Ariella Arida
Watch it at the comfort of your own TV via StarWorld or Velvet at 02:00AM or you can also watch the delayed telecast on ABS-CBN today at 9:00 AM! Let’s pray that our very own Ariella Arida will reign supreme in about an hour and a half from now!
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Tagged Ariella Arida, Miss Universe, Miss Universe 2013
Heya guys! I just want to show you my predictions on how the Top 16 will look like on Saturday night at the Crocus City Hall during the culmination of the 2013 Miss Universe pageant. Don’t get me wrong though, I’ve already presented my Top 15 (based on their preliminary performances) but factoring everything, things would definitely change a bit in my opinion. So here is my prediction for the magic 15 plus the people’s choice!
MISS UNIVERSE 2013: Philippines – Ariella Arida
1st Runner-up: Ukraine – Olga Storozhenko
2nd Runner-up: Russia – Elmira Abdrazakova
3rd Runner-up: Brazil – Jakelyne Oliveira
4th Runner-up:Spain – Patricia Yurena Rodriguez
TOP 10
6. Israel – Titi Ayanaw
7. Puerto Rico – Monic Perez
8. France – Hinarani de Longeaux
9. Venezuela – Gabriela Isler
10. Czech Republic – Gabriela Kratochvilova
TOP 15
11. Nicaragua – Nastassja Bolivar
12. Croatia – Melita Fabecic
13. Poland – Paulina Krupinska
14. Turkey – Berrin Keklikler
15. USA – Erin Brady
16. Azerbaijan – Aysel Manafova
(I’d like to think that either PR, PHILIPPINES or VENEZUELA will be getting the People’s Choice votes so an additional Trump Pick will come into play with debuting nation Azerbaijan as its receiver)
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Most of the ladies who made my final hot picks based solely on their performance on the Evening Gown and the Swimsuit competition are already touted to make the cut. There’s a couple of surprises and sadly, some few mishaps from some favorites. Here are my top 15 girls who impresses me the most during the preliminary that was held last Tuesday.
Miss Ukraine Olga Strorozhenko is back on top!
Average: 94.42%
Ukraine came on stage like she owned it! She was perfect in both presentation and she knows how to work the stage. I won’t mind her winning it all because her beauty is just beyond. The crucial Q&A would only be her pitfall once she entered the Top 5 which is inevitable. Her beauty and demeanor reminds me of Rozanna Purcell (Miss Ireland, 2010) but her’s the sweeter version.
Russia – Elmira Abdrazakov
Average: 94.38%
Despite her homecourt advantage, I’m glad that Elmira didn’t just stand there doing nothing. This girl wanted to make her country proud and you can just feel it. She’s confident, young and vibrant. I won’t complain if she end up winning the Diamond Nexus crown on Saturday.
Israel – Titi Yitayish Ayanaw
Average: 94.25%
She’s obviously the strongest black delegate this year and she’s working all the press she’s gotten during the preliminary. It just worries me that she’s almost channeling Leila Lopes in both segment, this could either break her or make her win the judges’ hearts. Regardless, she’s a shoo-in for the semis.
Brazil – Jakelyne Oliveira
Average: 94.17%
Jakelyne is Bodine Koehler in every level during the prelims. Her stance, her girth, her body and just the way she carries herself. She’s almost too perfect. She’s got a high score from me but I’m worried. I hope my instinct’s wrong. This girl’s amazing!
Philippines – Ariella Arida
Average: 93.99%
I’ve nothing but praises for our girl Ara. Miss Philippines delivered what was expected from her! The twirl during the Swimsuit segment was an O-M-G moment and she exudes such elegance wearing that yellow evening gown. Our girl’s a shoo-in for the semis that I could tell you!
Poland – Paulina Krupinska
Average: 93.94%
Poland already made a statement as one of the frontrunners all throughout the competition and last Tuesday sealed her semifinal placement with that ever-so endearing and captivating beauty. A back to back for Poland!
Spain – Patricia Yurena Rodriguez
Average: 93.64%
You can tell that Spain has been waiting for this moment and you can also see how polished she has become over the years after her Top 15 Semifinals stint in Miss World 2008. I find her too polished to begin with but she sure is ready to conquer the Universe this time.
Puerto Rico – Monic Perez
Average: 93.13%
Monic has been one of my favorite girls even before she arrived in Moscow. She came prepared and I guess I was expecting too much from her and was slightly disappointed during the swimsuit segment. Nevertheless, she bounced back with her evening gown presentation and my faith in her was restored. Go Monic!
Nicaragua – Nastassja Bolivar
Average: 92.99%
Prior to the preliminary competition, Nicaragua was nowhere near my Top 30 but when she strutted with that gold evening gown number and flaunted her amazing catwalk during the swimsuit round – boy, was I dumbfounded! Nicaragua’s the biggest revelation for me! It’ll be a sin not to include her in the semis. Ooh, she also won the award for having the best national costume!
Czech Republic – Gabriela Kratochvilova
Average: 92.76%
Gabriela stood out because of her black short hairdo. This girl radiates beauty and positivity. You can’t deny her a semis spot!
Venezuela – Gabriela Isler
Average: 92.69%
Another Gabriela, this time created by THE Osmel Sousa. She’s a Miss Venezuela and as expected – she delivered!
Dominican Republic – Yaritza Reyes
Average: 92.55%
Yaritza’s too polished not to be notice but I’m worried because she’s SO Ruth Ocumarez. Not because she’s got dark skin but because she’s like Ruth. Almost too perfect! Yes, I’m giving her the Ruth Ocumárez Award. 😦 (she’s still on my Top 15 though)
Croatia – Melita Fabecic
Average: 92.49%
If she wanted to be notice, Melita needs to step it up on Saturday once called in the semis. She needs to have spark! Mere beauty would only get her that far. I’m rooting for ya girl!
Turkey – Berrin Keklikler
Average: 92.49%
Berrin could be the dark horse of this competition. She’s sweet, young and fresh!
USA – Erin Brady
Average: 92.45%
I was a bit disappointed by her presentation in both segment. I thought it was weak and she was barely there. I still gave her a relatively high score enough to make my Top 15 cause I know that Erin’s better than what she have shown during the prelims! C’mon now, you were my Top pick last week! Bring it girl!
Who are your top 15 guys?
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Tagged Ariella Arida, Berrin Keklikler, Bodine Koehler, Elmira Abdrazakova, Erin Brady, Gabriela Isler, Gabriela Kratochvilova, Jakelyne Oliveira, Melita Fabecic, Miss Universe, Miss Universe 2013, Monic Perez, Nastassja Bolivar, Olga Strorozhenko, Osmel Sousa, Patricia Yurena Rodriguez, Paulina Krupinska, Titi Yitayish Ayanaw, Yaritza Reyes
Ara’s official Evening Gown during Preliminary Rehearsals
via OPMB
This gown was apparently made by Colombian designer Alfredo Barraza
images via OPMB Worldwide Official FB Page
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