The (role) Model

So we have seen America's Next Top Model.

Then we have seen America's Next Next Top Model.



And we've also seen America's Next Next NEXT Top Model.



You get the drift. The show is now into its 9th cycle and STILL searching for America's NEXT Top Model. (Enough already!)

Through its weekly style of trying to create cat-fight and sobbing drama amongst the girls and ushering them in front of the panel of judges at the end of each episode for some one to be sent home, ANTM has established itself as an entertainment staple in our households every Thursday evening.

With its eclectic mix of judges consisting of a hunk (who is for once not a gay!), a guy who is (for once!) a girl, girl who is already too old to be a girl, going by some name that sounds like chocolates (hint-hint: Twix) and any unfortunate soul that craves his/her 15 minutes (literally) of fame, we as viewers are bored if they aren't.

Maybe Tyra Banks should focus on more sensationalising works which she seems to excel in...

And pass on the model hunt to someone prettier:

Discovery T&L is currently showing a brand new reality TV model-hunt,

The Model Life - note the pun,

with its dash of "care-bear-ness", pretty young things and camera-captured glamour.

According to the website:

"Six new models are brought to the biggest stage in modeling and viewers follow them from their first test shoot to the runways of New York Fashion Week. Petra Nemcova (famous model) serves as a mentor and friend to the prospective models as they learn the trade of modeling and the business of fashion. Using her own life experiences, Petra advises the models on how to succeed as a model and underscores the importance of having a well-rounded life."

Indeed, the Fad girl caught the first episode last week and felt it to be different from the usual bitchy ANTM. This is more "wholesome", as ALL the 6 models stand a chance to be scouted or even land a contract with NeXt agency. All of them could get a contract, not just the winner.

Also noteworthy is the fact that Petra Nemcova, the founder of this show, is the survivor of the 2004 Asian earthquake. She watched her fiance, famous fashion photographer, Simon Atlee, got washed away by the waves while she hung on to her dear life, clinging to a tree for 8 hours. She was eventually rescued but she lost someone she loved in the disaster. Atlee's body was found four months after he was washed away.

Anyways you can read about the 6 models here to know them more.




the Fad girl's favourites so far are Angelika and Valeria.



Angelika bc she's an ice queen and claims she does not give a damn about what the world thinks. (Hmm. Can having a backbone propel you far in this industry, my dear?)

Valeria bc she is the most bubbly and happy one. And she has a surfer-babe charisma and seemed friendly and approachable. the Fad girl likes supporting the understated and unpolished diamonds sometimes!

Of course there are also your typical diva and innocent 16-year-olds who whole-heartedly believe in the power of dream and having the courage to pursue your passion. As well as your usual drama and shocking scenes, such as in episode 1 when someone was scolded for talking on the phone while the agency people were speaking and someone else was told to lose weight or give Fashion Week a miss!

Guys! Here's your chance to check out some totally ooglelicious hotties and GIRLS! Here's a fashion, beauty and entertainment 3-in-1.

Whatever it is, this newbie on the fashion block is definitely worth catching on SCV channel 16 every Thursday at 10pm!