The Hot and Sexy: Limakum Jami

The talented lead Guitarist of Alobo Naga and The Band. He's the man behind the sweet music in your ears when the band perform.

-Betoka Swu Photography

Miss NorthEast 2013

Miss Keneyile Rhakho from Nagaland at the Miss NorthEast 2013 contest in Guwahati held on May 24, 2013.

Naga's Next top model 2013

Gihutoli awomi at NNTM photoshoot session with miss india Himakshi Agarwal.
Photographer: Imnaonen pongen

Naga's Next top model 2013

Contestant 07 Group C of Naga's Next top model 2013 season 1
Name: Cynthia
Height: 5'5
Birthday: 16th Nov
Age: 21
Hobbies- Singing,Playing Guitar,Dancing and traveling
Why did you join NNTM?: I have join this NNTM contest as it is a great opportunity for me to showcase the good talents i have in me. I would love to experience the different challenges offered in this show to prove myself, that i can do it, and i am the Best!

Ketholeno Kense(Leno)

Ketholeno Kense(Leno) is a contestant at the coveted Kingfisher Calendar Supermodels hunt 2014.
Leno belongs to the Angami Naga tribe and considers her north-eastern looks to be her biggest asset. She is fun loving, jovial, focussed and an extremely simple girl at heart who doesn't take success or failure seriously. She comes out of every hurdle being a winner and wishes to set an example by being the face of the calendar.

Fashion(Naga) wish her the best.

Miss Sumi Ahuna 2013

Atheli Zhimo was crowned Miss Sumi Ahuna 2013 who also bagged the subtitle Miss Personality followed by Alivi Achumi as the 1st runners-up and Eziza Sumi as the 2nd runners-up who also clinched the ‘Viewer’s Choice’ title. Atheli won a cash prize of Rs. 50000, while the 1st and 2nd runners-up won Rs. 35, 000 and Rs. 25, 000 respectively. Miss Sumi Ahuna 2013 was held under the theme “Beauty for Amity”, where 15 contestants from Kohima, Dimapur and Zunheboto took part in the competition.

The subtitles- Miss Perfect 10, Miss Personality, Miss Photogenic, Miss Beautiful Smile, Miss Beautiful Skin and Viewers choice were also awarded with Rs. 10000 each.

Modern and Contemporary Tribal slouchy outfit

A model endearing a dashing and daring fashion combinations of modern and contemporary tribal slouchy outfit created by
                                      emerging designer Khrielasier liezietsu, a 17-year-old and pupil of Class XII from Nagaland.
                                                                                              Model: Beni Ezung
                                                                                   Designer: Khrielasier liezietsu
                                                                                      Photography: Betoka Swu

:: WOODY the Christmas Tree ::

Uh, it`s a long time since my last post, but that`s what happens when you`re busy. It`s really not usual for me, that I don`t have time for blogging, pinterest and all the other internet fun. I kind of miss it, but from time to time, life hits me really hard and I have to work on other things a bit more.

Today, I`ll introduce to you one of the projects we are working on right now and that`s "Woody the Christmas Tree". Woody is made out of a spruce wood, so it`s natural and very stylish. There are two versions of it, Woody Natural or Woody White, whatever goes best into your space/place. 

We made a FB page for it (here), so please don`t hesitate to give a big like to Woody and share the news. 

If you are from Celje or Ljubljana, you can check out Woody White in stores of And by Andraž, along with the recycled ornaments made by moi. :) 

Of course, you can also have a Woody of your own, just write me an email, so we can discuss the details! ;) 

Xo, Maja

woody natural

And by Andraž - Citypark Ljubljana

the ornaments

Miss Earth 2013 Hotpicks Week 1

Miss Earth 2013 officially kicks off at Manila this week! The girls battled in front of the media during the Press Presentation. With their first-week performance in Manila plus their performance at the Press Presentation, here are our Top 16: 

1. Bosnia and Herzegovina - Vera Krneta

2. Serbia - Andjelka Tomasevic

3. Thailand - Punika Kunsuntornrat

4. India - Sobhita Dhulipala

5. Philippines - Angelee delos Reyes

6. Venezuela - Alyz Henrich
7. Austria - Katia Wagner
8. Bolivia - Maria Renee Carmona
9. Mexico - Kristal Silva
10. Brazil - Priscilla Martinas
11. South Africa - Ashanti Mbanga
12. Chile - Natalia Lermanda
13. Poland - Aleksandra Szczęsna
14. Czech Republic - Monika Leová
15. Kosovo - Donika Emini
16. Korea - Catharina Choi

Venezuela takes the Universe!

25-year old Maria Gabriela Isler covets Venezuela's 7th Miss Universe crown at Crocus City Hall in Moscow Oblast, Russia on November 9th that was witnessed by 100+ countries in the world. Gabriela Isler was one of the early favorites since the competition didn't kick off in Russia and was hosted by NBC anchor Thomas Roberts and Spice Girls member Mel B.

1st Runner Up is Spain's Patricia Rodriguez, Constanza Baez brought Ecuador's first top 5 placement and finished 2nd Runner Up, 3rd Runner Up is Philippines' Ariella Arida and the 4th Runner Up is Brazil's Jakelyne Oliveira. Brazil and Philippines made Top 5 last year and in 2011.

Completing the Top 10: Yaritza Reyes (Dominican Republic), Amy Willerton (Great Britain), who brought Great Britain's first placement since England, Scotland and Wales competed as one in 1990, Manasi Moghe (India), Olga Storozhenko (Ukraine), and Erin Brady (USA). Completing the Top 16: Jin Ye (China), Fabiana Granados (Costa Rica), Whulandary Herman (Indonesia), Nastassja Bolívar (Nicaragua), Monic Pérez (Puerto Rico) and Dominique Rinderknecht (Switzerland). 

The top 16 competed in Swimsuit on the music of Panic! At the Disco's Miss Jackson and I Write Sins Not Tragedies. The top 10 competed in Evening gowns on the music of Emin's Amor and In Another Life. The Top 5 were then announced and competed on the Final question.

Paulina Krupinska (Poland) was Miss Photogenic and Ye Jin (China) was Miss Congeniality. The awards weren't presented at the show to give the airtime to Steven Tyler's special performance and who also seated as one of the judges. Ariella Arida (Philippines) was the fan vote winner. 

:: WHAT IMPRESSED ME, WHICH SONGS GIVE ME POWER AND A QUOTE, THAT`S NOT REALLY A QUOTE ::

1. Video that impressed me this week - The invisible bicycle helmet:

When I saw this, I said "whaaaat", but damn, it`s a nice idea! 

Check out more on their website here. You will want to have one, trust me. 

2. A list of songs that make me happy while I run, so I guess I can call them "my running songs". 

1.   The xx - You got the love (florence & the maschine cover)

2.   Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - Can`t hold us feat. Ray Dalton 

3.   Feed me & Crystal Fighters - Love is all I got

4.   Netsky - Everyday

5.   Rudimental - Waiting all night feat. Ella Eyre 

6.   Flight Facilities - Crave you

7.   Beth Ditto - I wrote the book 

8.   Arctic Monkeys - R U Mine?

9.   Cage the Elephant - Come a little closer

10. Max Manie - Sunday (klangtherapeuten remix)

Of course I have tons of songs on my shuffle, but this ones are usually on repeat a couple of times. It`s funny how music gives me strength in the moments when I feel very weak, for ex. when I run long distances, music is much appreciated. Do you have your own power songs? (share please) :) 

3. A quote, that`s not really a quote 

Whatever it`s going on in your life, just don`t forget to breathe...

Photo: pinterest

Oh, it`s a shitty weather for a Saturday, but let`s make something good out of it. I`ve got a lot of projects
going on right now, so I am a bit busy and super excited. December is coming, and I`m happy about it. 

That`s it. Tonight we have a small gathering, just some friends, some snacks, some drinks, happy thoughts, laughter, long talks.... you know, whatever goes with it. 

Enjoy your Saturday! 

Love, M.

The Miss Universe 2013 Awards

Before anything else, let's take a throwback at leas year's winner

The Miss Universe 2012 Awards

Miss Photogenic: Korea - Yumi Kim

*the award is for the candidate who stayed consistent with how look in photographs

As the competition when through, not a even single photo she looked displeasing and disappointing. She always look very pretty, poised and blooming. 

Face of the Universe: Poland - Paulina Krupinska

*the award associates with the make-up application, hair styling, and how she conveys her emotion

Krupinska during the Tony Ward fashion show.
She was chosen to open the show and walked
four times in the runway.

One of the front runners for the crown, Paulina has the support of the people since the competition kicked off. She's very beautiful, very poised and very queenly. She knows very well her style.

Best in Glam Shot: USA - Erin Brady

*most high-fashion shot, top magazine cover-worthy

This photo is just full of intensity. The power comes from her eyes which was perfectly accentuated by the lips.

VIEW: MISS UNIVERSE 2013 HIGH FASHION BEST IN GLAMSHOT TOP 10

Best in Swimsuit: Brazil - Jakelyne Oliveira

*based on the fitness of the body, tone, and catwalk

Since she was crowned Miss Brazil 2013, everybody is expecting her to perform well because of her one-of-a-kind catwalk. The swimsuit performance of hers just wowed everyone and completely exceptional. On the other hand, she needs to slow it down a little bit.

Best in Evening Gown: Paraguay - Guadalupe Gonzalez

*carried the gown with elegance

Applause for this girl for making the most of her gown. A great choice because the color is absolutely pleasing to the eye and she used the train very well.

Best Designed Evening Gown: Curacao - Eline de Pool

*cut of the gown, detailing and hauteness 

An example of sweet yet sexy. The sweet part id the color and the sexy part is the neckline. The bun perfectly compliments the cut of the gown. The bead-work is commendable and very great to look at. Not too pageant patty yet not too couture.

:: A LITTLE OF WHAT I FANCY ::

1. Clipper tea is what makes my day better (especially mornings & evenings). Maybe it will work for you too. 

2. Make your living room lovely with a beautiful Mimi pillow cloud. I`m in love <3.

3. Rich Hobos beanie will keep you warm, while exploring the woods in Autumn. It works, believe me. 

4. I love spending rainy days on a couch, with a good book, tea & candles (yankee candles are the one that I fancy). If you`re not a book person, replace it with your loved one. That should be fine as well. ;) 

+  a bonus --> Chestnusts, just because I love them so much, don`t you?!

I have to be honest and say I don`t really feel inspired for blogging lately and that`s why I don`t post that much. It`s better to wait a bit and find my "mojo" again, than make a bunch of posts that don`t really mean anything to me. Anyhow, this is a new add to the blog  "A liitle of what I fancy" & I hope you`ll enjoy it.

Have a great week and stay lovely as you are. :)
+ A big hug to everyone (oh, yeah...I`m a hugger)!
xo, M.