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Miss Philippines Ariella Arida’s National Costume For Miss Universe 2013

Posted on November 4, 2013 | 4 comments

What can you say about Ara’s national costume? She’s wearing a traditional Filipiniana dress in a silvery color. It’s fabric looks similar to Janine’s’ evening gown during the Miss Universe last year – atleast the bottom part with pleats.

Ara Arida in Natl Costume during the National Costume Show

A national costume is supposed to represent something from one’s culture and that dress was able to show it adhering to a Filipiniana theme. But just merely looking at it, you can see that the design and the craftsmanship was way way way below at par. We can do better than this right? To the BPCI – why not let a Filipino designer do it for us? This was done in poor taste and I’m glad that Ariella looked marvelously beautiful despite this disastrous costume.

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My Miss Universe 2013 Top 15 4th Hot Picks

Posted on November 1, 2013 | Leave a comment
Erin Brady clinching the top spot is not a real shocker because she could really win this!

Erin Brady clinching the top spot is not a real shocker because she could really win this!

She’s a hot favorite to win the Miss Universe crown ever since she won the Miss USA pageant and I can see why. She’s got the facial beauty of Olivia Culpo, the sensuous glare of Dayana Mendoza, the elegance of Leila Lopes and the x factor of Ximena Navarette. I don’t really mind her winning a back to back for the US cuz’ she’s so worth it!

Russia's Elmira Abdrazakova and Ariella Arida of the Philippines

Russia’s Elmira Abdrazakova and Ariella Arida of the Philippines

Hometown girl Elmira is too hard to ignore. Her multiracial beauty is simply captivating and with her home turf advantage, she could very well be on her way to the crown if she can pull enough steam until the finale.

Meanwhile, my girl Ariella Arida stepped it up big time and I cannot believe that over a period of just one week – she was able to deliver the goods for an impending top 5 finish and if she’s lucky, maybe the third crown for the Philippines! You go girl!

4. Ukraine - Olga Strorozhenko 5. Poland - Paulina Krupinska 6. Puerto Rico - Monic Perez

4. Ukraine – Olga Strorozhenko
5. Poland – Paulina Krupinska
6. Puerto Rico – Monic Perez

7. Australia - Olivia Wells 8. France – Hinarani de Longeaux 9. Croatia - Melita Fabecic

7. Australia – Olivia Wells
8. France – Hinarani de Longeaux
9. Croatia – Melita Fabecic
10. Israel – Titi Yitayish Ayanaw 11. Czech Republic - Gabriela Kratochvilova 12. Turkey - Berrin Keklikler

10. Israel – Titi Yitayish Ayanaw
11. Czech Republic – Gabriela Kratochvilova
12. Turkey – Berrin Keklikler

13. Spain - Patricia Yurena Rodriguez 14. Venezuela - Gabriela Isler 15. Dominican Republic - Yaritza Reyes

13. Spain – Patricia Yurena Rodriguez
14. Venezuela – Gabriela Isler
15. Dominican Republic – Yaritza Reyes

new entries on the list is Spain with the return of Dominican Republic, Czech Republic and Australia.
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Miss Philippines Ariella Arida’s Fadil Shot For Miss Universe 2013

Posted on October 29, 2013 | Leave a comment
Miss Universe Philippines Ariella Arida as an Ice Princess

Miss Universe Philippines Ariella Arida as an Ice Princess

Shot by the official photographer of the Miss Universe Organization – Fadil Berisha, Miss Universe Philipines Ariela Arida captured the essence of the theme this edition as an Ice Princess. Not only she look smoldering – Ariella does look every inch of a Queen! I daresay that she’s got the best glamshot this year!! Check out the rest of the delegates’ Fadil Shots via missuniverse.com

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Ariella Arida’s Evening Gown Portrait For Miss Universe 2013

Posted on October 29, 2013 | Leave a comment
Miss Philippines lookin radiant in blue! via missuniverse.com

Miss Philippines lookin radiant in blue!
via missuniverse.com

I actually liked this evening gown because it suits Ara’s styling here. It’s not that flattering on the torso but I’d say Ara carried it so well.

a beauty shot indeed!

a beauty shot indeed!

Now, this has got to be one of her best photos in the competition! Ariella looks stunning here and I love that our girl’s gaining momentum as the final’s fast approaching! She’s totally killing this shot! Great job Ariella!

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Shamcey Supsup And Her Interior Motives!

Posted on October 25, 2013 | Leave a comment

Miss Universe 3rd runner-up Shamcey Supsup is  the new host of the second season of Lifestyle Network’s Interior Motives. Supsup who is an architect herself will put her expertise and hosting capabilities to test as she take the audience into the vibrant and constantly evolving world of interior design in the country.

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Interior Motives With Shamcey Supsup will premiere on November 7 at 9:30 PM only on Lifestyle Network.

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My Miss Universe 2013 Top 15 Third Hot Picks

Posted on October 25, 2013 | Leave a comment
Miss Ukraine finally claiming the top spot!

Miss Ukraine finally claiming the top spot!

From the moment that she sets foot in Russia, Olga Strorozhenko of Ukraine dazzled me with her sizzling sex appeal and undeniable x factor. This girl is bringing it and if she continue what she’s doing now, I could definitely see a European being declared the brightest star in the Universe.

2. Puerto Rico Monic Perez

2. Puerto Rico
Monic Perez

She’s a favorite of mine from the very beginning and post arrival – Monic’s being oh-so-quiet that’s why I didn’t feel much from her this week. She’d bounce back, though, she has a very tough competition for the crown now.

3. Vietnam Truong Thi May

3. Vietnam
Truong Thi May

Just how did I miss this exotic beauty from Vietnam??!!? That sincere smile, those bone structures and beautiful long body! Oh my! She’s my new Whulan! Definitely someone to look out for! If this was 2008, Vietnam may have won the crown!

4. USA - Erin Brady 5. Russia - Elmira Abdrazakova 6. Israel - Titi Yitayish Ayanaw

4. USA – Erin Brady
5. Russia – Elmira Abdrazakova
6. Israel – Titi Yitayish Ayanaw

7. France - Hinarani de Longeaux 8. Bolivia - Alexia Viruez 9. Poland - Paulina Krupinska

7. France – Hinarani de Longeaux
8. Bolivia – Alexia Viruez
9. Poland – Paulina Krupinska

10. Brazil - Jakelyn Oliveira 11. Turkey - Berrin Keklikler 12. Philippines - Ariella Arida

10. Brazil – Jakelyn Oliveira
11. Turkey – Berrin Keklikler
12. Philippines – Ariella Arida

13. Switzerland - Dominique Rinerknecht 14. India - Manasi Moghe 15. Malaysia - Carey Ng

13. Switzerland – Dominique Rinerknecht
14. India – Manasi Moghe
15. Malaysia – Carey Ng

New Entries on the list are:
Vietnam, Bolivia, Turkey, Switzerland, India, Malaysia

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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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