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Showing posts with label Beauty Pageant. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Beauty Pageant. Show all posts
Tuesday, 12 July 2011
PETALING JAYA: The reigning Miss Malaysia Universe, Deborah Henry, is set to wow the judges at the Miss Universe finals in Sao Paolo, Brazil, with her sexy Wau Bulan-inspired national costume.
Designed by celebrity designer Amir Luqman, whose resume includes Malaysian pop queen Datuk Siti Nurhaliza, Malaysian jazz queen Datuk Sheila Majid and Indonesian pop diva Krisdayanti, the exquisite outfit costs a whopping RM350,000.
Flying high: Henry parading the ‘Wau’- inspired dress designed by Amir (left), which will be her national costume at Sao Paulo, Brazil in September.“It’s easy to wear,” said a beaming Deborah, who previewed the traditional attire at a special media conference at Sunway Lagoon on Tuesday.
“It’s very elegant.”
Its semi-transparent fabric – a gorgeous combination of lace and the finest traditional Malay songket from the Royal Terengganu Songket – adds sensuality to it.
“I’m fine with showing some skin,” the 26-year-old beauty queen told The Daily Chilli.
“It doesn’t scream super sexy. There are a lot of flower details on the fabric that will draw people’s attention.”
Designer Amir said:“ I like to show some skin in my designs. To me, it’s just about being honest. It’s not sexual.”
It took Amir about four months to conceptualise, design and stitch his masterpiece together.
“We got the inspirations from fans of Miss Malaysia Universe who e-mailed us and said they wanted me to design something based on the Wau Bulan.”
When asked if she was ready to fly high at the grand finals on Sept 12, a super confident Deborah said, “I’m not nervous. I’m extremely excited and feeling a little bit of pressure. Miss Universe is tougher than Miss World.”
Citing her past experience competing in Miss World 2007, where she made it to the top 16, the two-time beauty queen, top model and TV host added: “Being a beauty queen is not just about being beautiful. People want to hear your opinion. I want to keep things interesting and catchy at the Miss Universe finals.” - theStarOnline
Monday, 20 June 2011
Alyssa Campanella, Miss California, is crowned as the 2011 Miss USA by Miss USA 2010 Rima Fakih. Image source: AP Photo/Julie Jacobson
Alyssa Campanella of Los Angeles topped a field of 51 beauty queens to take the title at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. She strutted across the stage in a blue bikini with white polka dots and a dark turquoise evening gown with beading on its top.
She also answered a question about legalizing marijuana by saying she didn't think it should be fully legalized as a solution to help ailing economies.
"Well, I understand why that question would be asked, especially with today's economy, but I also understand that medical marijuana is very important to help those who need it medically," she said.
"I'm not sure if it should be legalized, if it would really affect, with the drug war. I mean, it's abused today, unfortunately, so that's the only reason why I would kind of be a little bit against it, but medically it's OK."
Miss Tennessee Ashley Durham was the first runner-up, while contestants from Alabama and Texas placed third and fourth.
Campanella, a natural blonde, said she dyed her hair six years ago for a part in a play, for a "fiery" character with whom she found she had traits in common.
"It's really brought out the true Alyssa Campanella, I feel, and that's why I really enjoy being a redhead," she said.
The pageant had three competitions: swimsuit, evening gown and interview question.
Campanella replaces Miss USA 2010 Rima Fakih. The Michigan woman teared up as she walked across the stage for a final goodbye.
The contestants were whittled to 16 after the show's opening number, in which the beauty queens introduced themselves one-by-one. The top 16 were picked by preliminary judges through competitions and interviews during the week before the telecast.
Celebrity judges picked the top eight after the swimsuit competition and the top 4 after the evening gown portion.
Thursday, 17 March 2011
Surrounded by hot male models, ntv7 executives, including (second and third from left in the back row) Lai Cheah Yee and ntv7 & 8TV Group General Manager Airin Zainul, unveiled The Perfect Gentleman, Malaysia's first beauty contest for Chinese men. (image source: China Press)
It is touted as the first beauty and talent pageant for Malaysian Chinese men.
No, it's not the Malaysian version of TVB’s Mr. Hong Kong.
ntv7 Brand Management Group manager Lai Cheah Yee says The Perfect Gentleman 2011 aims to find a good looking hunk with talents to boot.
In other words, the show will serve as a platform to unearth new talents for the TV station.
"We are not just interested in discovering someone who looks good on the runway," she said at a press conference in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.
One’s personality, stamina as well as determination to succeed would weigh as much as one's physical appearance and style.
Also, different from usual pageants, The Perfect Gentleman 2011 would see the top 16 contestants being groomed, styled and coached by a panel of judges consisting of local and international designers and celebrities.
What’s more, throughout the 12 episodes, they will be assigned various fun-filled tasks and challenges, à la reality game shows.
Watch out for four auditions that are set to tale place in Johor, Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Kuching, with the first one at Grand Paragon Hotel in Johor on April 17.
Only 30 would be selected from the auditions and only six finalists would have the chance to vie for the title at the grand finale on Oct 9.
No, it's not the Malaysian version of TVB’s Mr. Hong Kong.
ntv7 Brand Management Group manager Lai Cheah Yee says The Perfect Gentleman 2011 aims to find a good looking hunk with talents to boot.
In other words, the show will serve as a platform to unearth new talents for the TV station.
"We are not just interested in discovering someone who looks good on the runway," she said at a press conference in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday.
One’s personality, stamina as well as determination to succeed would weigh as much as one's physical appearance and style.
Also, different from usual pageants, The Perfect Gentleman 2011 would see the top 16 contestants being groomed, styled and coached by a panel of judges consisting of local and international designers and celebrities.
What’s more, throughout the 12 episodes, they will be assigned various fun-filled tasks and challenges, à la reality game shows.
Watch out for four auditions that are set to tale place in Johor, Penang, Kuala Lumpur and Kuching, with the first one at Grand Paragon Hotel in Johor on April 17.
Only 30 would be selected from the auditions and only six finalists would have the chance to vie for the title at the grand finale on Oct 9.
*The Perfect Gentleman 2011 will air every Sunday at 6pm, starting from July 17 on ntv7. For more info, log on to the official website atwww.ntv7.com.my/theperfectgentleman or official Facebook page (ntv7.perfectgentleman).
Published Mar 17 2011
Monday, 1 November 2010
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Group photo taken on Oct. 30, 2010 shows the contestants participating the final round of the 60th Miss World Beauty Pageant in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province. The 60th Miss World Beauty Pageant was concluded on Saturday, Alexandria Mills from the United States won the title of Miss World 2010, Emma Wareus from Botswana was the 1st Runner-up and Adriana Vasini from Venezuela was the 2nd Runner-up.(Xinhua/Hou Jiansen)
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Miss World of 2010 Alexandria Mills from the United States cries out after winning the title during the final round of the 60th Miss World Beauty Pageant in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, Oct. 30, 2010. (Xinhua/Hou Jiansen) |
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Miss World 2010 Alexandria Mills (C) from the United States, 1st Runner-up Emma Wareus (L) from Botswana and 2nd Runner-up Adriana Vasini (R) from Venezuela pose for a group photo during the final round of the 60th Miss World Beauty Pageant in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province. The 60th Miss World Beauty Pageant was concluded on Saturday.(Xinhua/Hou Jiansen) |
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Group photo taken on Oct. 30, 2010 shows the contestants participating the final round of the 60th Miss World Beauty Pageant in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province.(Xinhua/Hou Jiansen) |
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Alexandria Mills, an 18-year-old from the United States had her "dream come true" as she emerged the surprise winner of the coveted Miss World 2010 crown, beating off competition from 115 beauties from across the world.
The blonde haired, blue eyed teenager became the 60th woman to win the coveted tiara while Miss Botswana Emma Wareus and Miss Venezuela Adriana Vasini became the first and second runner-ups respectively.
The Kentucky native failed to hold back tears as her name was announced as the Southern belle was a surprise winner after speculation focused on other contestants.
"I want to make an impact on others lives. I want to help everyone that I possibly can. It'll be an honour to become Miss World 2010," said Mills who takes over the title from Kaiane Aldorino of Gibraltar.
According to a brief biography on the Miss World website, Mills who recently graduated from high school, is a vegetarian and wants to become a teacher.
The ceremony started with a traditional Chinese dance, followed by the introduction of the Miss World contestants from all parts of the globe. Puerto Rican singing sensation Carlos Aponte performed at the event.
According to a brief biography on the Miss World website, Mills who recently graduated from high school, is a vegetarian and wants to become a teacher.
The ceremony started with a traditional Chinese dance, followed by the introduction of the Miss World contestants from all parts of the globe. Puerto Rican singing sensation Carlos Aponte performed at the event.
"It's a cliche but this really is a dream come true. I can't believe it's happening to me. My time has come. I am loving it," said Mills after winning the crown.
India's hopes to bring the Miss World title home was dashed when Manasvi Mamgai failed to make it to top 20.
Mills, in a white sequinned gown, won over the judges panel with her 30-second speech in the spotlight.
India's hopes to bring the Miss World title home was dashed when Manasvi Mamgai failed to make it to top 20.
Mills, in a white sequinned gown, won over the judges panel with her 30-second speech in the spotlight.
1st Runner Up : Emma Wareus (Ms Botswana)
Southern African countries has never reached a semi-finale although Miss World Beauty Pageant has been held since 1972. This year is the luckiest year for Emma Wareus, 20 years old with 1.76m tall as she managed to grab the 1st runner up in this year pageant.
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| Image: Miss Botswana Emma Wareus at the 60th Miss World pageant in Sanya Photographs: Jason Lee/Reuters |
2nd Runner Up : Vasini Adriana Sanchez (Miss Venezuela)
22 years old with 1.78m tall, Ms Venezuela - Adriana Sanchez Vasini was announced as 2nd runner up. Fluent in English and Italian, she currently a student in year 4 medicine stream. Ambitious to become a specialist in surgery and works for an international health organization.
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| Image: Miss Venezuela Adriana Vasini, 2nd Runner-Up at the 60th Miss World pageant in Sanya Photographs: Jason Lee/Reuters |
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