Fierce or Flop: Anne Hathaway in Valentino?

Do you love or hate this look--Anne Hathaway at the 2012 NYC Ballet Fall Gala in Valentino.

Backstage Beauties: Jason Wu S/S 2013

Under the Sea

The dancing jellyfish - so pretty it can shock you

Gentoo Penguin - he started following me all around the place

A trip to Melbourne's Aquarium

One of the places I went with my sis when she was here was the aquarium. There is something about aquariums, they are quite peaceful. That is, unless, you are unlucky enough to go on the same day there's a school trip. We didn't had that many kids there, but we found ourselves surrounded by seniors, I think they were having a field trip. I managed to take several photos, although since there is not enough light, my photos are quite grainy (high ISO). I was a bit concerned when people kept taking their photos using flash (although it is prohibited since it affects the fish). Besides, I don't think they can manage to get a good photo using flash, specially since it's going to bounce back to them. But anyway ... I had fun playing with a penguin there. Oh, and waiting for the sting ray to go through there at the same moment when there was no people walking through, was challenging. I had several missed shots there ... but at the end I managed to get it. Patience is a virtue.

Aquariums also make me think of Closer. Don't you like that movie? Fist time I watched it I felt asleep and didn't enjoy it. Second time (and all the times that followed) I loved it. Hello stranger...

Have a good end of the weekend!

Jessus Zambrano, Mister World Venezuela 2012

Jessus Zambrano, was born on December 22 in Venezuela. 

In 2003, he accomplished his debut as a runway model for the famous Colombian designer Giovanni Lopez. It was until then after meeting agents, designers, photographers and dabble a bit more in the fashion atmosphere when he decides to take modeling as a career option, and so begins a long and rewarding career in the runways around the world.

Since 2011 Jessus has been supporting social charities in Colombia and Venezuela, for instance hemophilia, Down syndrome and children with HIV. 

He currently resides between Miami, Caracas, Bogota and Mexico, accepting numerous career proposals, seeking projects that will allow him to crystallize the goals he envisions. He continues his work as a model and brand image, coupled with modeling the runways for renown national and international designers. 

Recently, he was pronounced Mr Venezuela 2012 by Osmel Souza, with the responsibility of representing his native country in the Mr World contest. The event will be held in Kent, England on November 2012

Source: Jessus Zambrano

Manhunt International Philippines 2012 : 1st Leaderboard - Pre Arrival

First Leaderboard for Manhunt Intl Philippines 2012

(Click image to enlarge)

#1 June (Batangas City)

#2 John Paul (Rizal)

#3 Charlemagne (Cebu City)

#4 Eric (Metro Manila)

#5 Mark Joseph (San Mateo Rizal)

#6 Ford (Metro Manila)

#7 Prince Jason (Olongapo City)

8# Christian Mark (Bicol)

#9 Allen (Metro Manila)

25 contestants, and only one will be named "Manhunt International Philippines 2012". In this leaderboard, we have June who represent Batangas City on the top position. as for now, I think he has the "Complete Package" to win the competition.

Banner: zephEnd

Photo: Dennis Natividad Photography

Trendy or Tacky: Emma Watson's Dress with Pants?

When I first saw these photos of Emma Watson on the red carpet I thought she looked so lovely and so chic like always. But then I scrolled down and saw the rest of her ensemble. I didn't think you could ever go wrong when wearing an LBD but Emma has proven other wise. Surprisingly she is wearing 

Dior and so far I am not a fan. What do you think however--is she fronting a new red carpet trend?

Got it Covered

Hilary Rhoda for Vogue Mexico, October 2012 issue 

Jorge Villarreal is now with DT in Los Angeles

Milan fashion week favourites

Here I am, a Russian Brit, sitting in an empty house somewhere in the South East of England, drinking a cup of Mexican coffee, picking on a soft as a down pillow slice of French brioche and gathering my thoughts on Milan fashion week. “Everything was in confusion in the Oblonskys’ house” as Tolstoy would say…

Milan overindulged me. There was a lot of beauty and plenty of white, enough to send me into my happy place where dreams are real. There was also a lot of transparency cleverly covered with either layers of fabric or frosted illusions of lace and embroidery. There were splashes of colour, mostly of a floral nature that screamed summer and joy.

Milan was definitely a good place to be…

Bottega Veneta, as always, was about quiet quality and craftsmanship that you feel but can’t explain. It was a beautiful collection, head to toe. In fact, one of my favourite in Bottega’s history. The most interesting thing is that the more I look at those dresses the more I fall in love with them.

Vietnam-inspired Pucci collection was like a breath of fresh air, particularly, “the white part” that I loved the most. This and the carved shoes that go up there to join McQueens and earlier Prada and Miu Miu’s. If only I could have them all. Make-up was very natural, yet again, so it looks like “the no make-up make-up” will be among Spring 2013 beauty trends again. And why not? It’s so beautiful.

More of the Orient-inspired designs sprinkled with a signature paisley print and cinched with an obi at Etro. Such a gorgeous collection that made me think of paradise, fantasy, comfortable elegance and summer. A burst of joy!

And more white courtesy of Ports 1961 that made one fall into a trance intensified by layers and layers of transparent silks and lace to be suddenly awakened and surprised by the pops of brightest colours.

Photo source: elle.com, vogue.com