Karen Ibasco: Full Support on Carbon Tax

There was a buzz recently regarding Miss Philippines Earth Karen Ibasco when she was featured on the Department Of Finance press release for TRAIN (Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion Act).  Natuarally I had to reach out to Karen and ask her to tell us more about it.  Here was she had to say: “I was …

Gabriela Ortega VS her Bb. Pilipinas Contract

The Binibining Pilipinas pageant is considered to be the premier pageant in the Philippines. So it is not a surprise that stringent measures are set up to protect its interests and image. That includes a 6-month non-competition clause that prevents its candidates from joining any other national pageants. That is one of the possible problems …

Cynthia Thomalla: Getting Stronger in the Competition

It seems like everything is going well for Cynthia Thomalla in Miss World Philippines. Currently the lovely Cebuana lass is one of the girls who is slaying the fast-tracks of the nationals. The 5'7" lass has managed to make it into a number of the  MWP fastttracks (which included Sports and Beach Beauty). Adding to …

A Miss Universe Winner from the Caribbean this Decade Coming Soon?

During my time as a pageant blogger and Miss Universe media correspondent, the Caribbean has always sent very gorgeous and articulate ladies to the MU pageant. So I wonder why we haven't seen a MU winner from the Caribbean in this decade as of late? Two of the most memorable Caribbean girls we have ever …

Was Demi Leigh Smart to Choose Miss Universe?

This photo is what first attracted me to write on this topic. The photo was almost like blindsighting everyone that she would choose to compete in China only to pick the opposite in the last minute. Was Miss South Africa Demi Leigh Nel-Peters smart to choose Miss Universe over participating in Miss World? Here are …

The Hunky Candidates of Mister Grand International

It seems that the inaugural Mister Grand International is attracting quite a number of hunky and handsome competitors. Just check out these photo-collages of the reported candidates that will arrive come September 28th in Manila. Finals is slated on October 6th at the Crossroad Center in Quezon City.

GotPh2017 at Hannah’s Beach in Pagudpud

It's male pageant season ahead and the hunks of the Gentlemen of the Philippines is gonna make a splash real soon! The candidates of Gentlemen of the Philippines 2017 will be having a scheduled activity in Hannah's Beach Resort and Convention Center. Set on 7 hectares of hillside gardens alongside Blue Lagoon Beach, this resort is the newest …

The Merry-Go-Around Venue for Miss Universe 2017

This year has been a merry-go-round ride when it comes to the venue and host country for the 2017 edition of the Miss Universe pageant. We have heard rumors of possible venues coming from different quarters and we all wait in bated breath for the official announcement from the MUOrg. In recent years the Miss …

A Pageant Break Filled with Beauty Queens

During the past several weeks,  I was feeling a bit burned out with the stress of coming up with a blogpost everyday. So I made the decision to take a short break and relax away from pageants. I was expecting a full week of non-pageant related meet ups with friends and family in Manila... but …

Dayanara Torres’ Philippine Comeback Gets Delayed

Miss Universe Dayanara Torres' showbiz comeback to the Philippines has been pushed back and here is what she says about it... “Arriving in the Philippines was honestly like coming back home. The love, the smiles, the hugs... it was as if I had never left. My heart was filled with so much love and emotions…brought tears to …

#FashionFridays: Miss Universe Wardrobe Wishlist for Rachel Peters

I have talked a couple of weeks ago about preparing your pageant wardrobe. And today’s #FashionFridays post will be about my take on a pageant wardrobe for Miss Universe Philippines Rachel Peters. Rachel has a fun loving free spirited vibe to her. But there is a kind of feminine sensuality in her that isn't overtly …

An Encounter with Miss Philippines Earth 2017, Karen Ibasco

I was perhaps one of a couple of people who have predicted correctly the victory of Miss Philippines Earth 2017, Karen Ibasco... and to meet her in person was such a good treat. It was a rainy evening in Greenbelt 3 where I met her for the first time courtesy of Sir Rodgil Flores of …

Demi Leigh: Bye Miss World, Hello Miss Universe!

It can finally be said Miss South Africa Demi Leigh Nel-Peters is competing in Miss Universe! She posted this message on her social media confirming her participation: "I'm so excited to finally share with everyone.... We're going to UNIVERSE! ✨👑 I'm saying "we" because I know that just like Miss South Africa we'll go on …

Miss Universe 2017: Phoenix Symphony Hall or Comerica Theatre?

The Miss Universe 2017 pageant venue hasn't been announced officially yet I am already speculating where in Phoenix, Arizona is it possibly going to be held. So far only two possible venues come to mind: the Phoenix Symphony Hall and the Comerica Theatre (known formerly as Dodge Theatre). The recent Miss Teen USA was held …

Laura, Cynthia and Janela: Who will Emerge as the Best?

This year's crop of Miss World Philippines candidates leaves us wanting... for more...a lot more. Thankfully there are three outstanding girls who could be the next rep to Miss World. Laura Lehmann - 5'9", 23 years old. Articulate, very foreign looking but a strong contender for the title. It would be her weakness to be …