1st Runner-Up is Ms. Ukraine

2nd Runner-Up is Ms. Brazil

3rd Runner-Up is Ms. Philippines

4th Runner-Up is Ms. China

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Miss Universe 2011 is Ms. Leila Lopes of Angola

1st Runner-Up is Ms. Ukraine

Miss Universe 2011 1st Runner-up is Miss Olesia Stefanko of Ukraine

2nd Runner-Up is Ms. Brazil

Miss Universe 2011 2nd Runner-Up is Ms. Priscila Machado of Brazil

3rd Runner-Up is Ms. Philippines

Miss Universe 2011 3rd Runner-Up is Ms. Shamcey Supsup of the Philippines

4th Runner-Up is Ms. China

Miss Universe 2011 4th Runner-Up is Ms. Luo Zilin of China

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1. Australia
2. Costa Rica
3. France
4. Ukraine
5. Portugal
6. Panama
7. Philippines
8. Angola
9. China
10. Brazil

1. Angola
2. China
3. USA
4. Philippines
5. Brazil
6. Venezuela
7. Costa Rica
8. Colombia
9. Australia
10. Kosovo
11. Puerto Rico
12. Panama
13. France
14. Ukraine
15. Netherlands
16. Portugal

But what all of us don’t want to see is to have those nice pinky face sun-kissed in the summer sunshine ruined by make-up melting. Cosmetics melt-down is not a very pretty sight.

Here are five tips to keep that face beautiful and brilliant:

Tip 1: Use your facial moisturizer (with SPF) sparingly or switch to an oil-free one. You’ll probably sweat it off anyway so keep it low key.

Tip 2: Apply long-wearing lipstick or lip stain — they’re heat and humidity proof.

Tip 3: To help set your makeup and keep it looking fresh throughout the day, indulge in a light dusting of translucent powder.

Tip 4: Use a mattifying primer (on both face and eyes) that will absorb excess moisture before applying blush.

Tip 5: Use waterproof mascara to prevent perspiration from causing unwitting raccoon eyes.

So there you go. Have a beautiful summer.

Changes in season also demand changes in footwear. Winter demands boots that will keep your feet warm and dry. This is of course, on many occasion, a need to keep safe in treading that slippery snow-covered ground. For Spring, the typical casual shoes will keep your feet warm and quick to go. You may also need to have a easy-on rain boots in case of the occasional showers. Summer, along with its nice sunshine would be a nice time to give your feet a breather. Sandals and slippers will be great, especially if you are packing for your next beach holiday. As for Fall, you may need to look into putting that casual shoes handy again.

You will notice as well that everyone will have different shoe styles in a lifetime. Skipping the infancy, when you are a kid, you usually wear rubber shoes. This is usually because kids are fond of running around and getting messy. A rubber shoe or sandals will do the trick. During teenage years, you may start to like trendy high top shoes, which, so far, has never gone out of style. These have come around generation after generation, maybe changing a bit in terms of name and colors, but always the same old high top shoes. Although the high top ones may still linger a bit in the closet during or after college, footjoy classics will sooner or later start to occupy some space in your shoe rack. These never go out of style and will always be, as it’s name indicate – a classic. Moving a bit forward, especially for those commuters (especially now that the gas price has gone wildly crazy), folks may need nurture shoes or those that alleviate foot-related problems.

So you see, one will never have the same shoe design or type across occasions, seasons or time in life. Although I myself was guilty of not having different types of shoes before, I am glad to have these different types of footwear handy and be ready for the weather’s unpredictability.

Though the waxing procedure pulls patches of hair directly from the roots, minimal pain is involved, and results usually last between three to four weeks.

The threading process originated in the Far East and involves an intricately trained practitioner twisting a few hairs at a time from the root, using a 100% cotton thread.

Threading is highly recommended for women with sensitive skin, because the top layer of the skin is not peeled, as it is with waxing.

Eyebrows should be touched up by a professional every 2 to 3 weeks, as that is when stray hairs began to reappear. If you can’t visit a brow expert, simply pluck errant hairs yourself, by following the original shape of your arched brow.

Keep up your new fabulous look by investing in a great pair of tweezers, an angled brush, and a brow kit. Simply dampen the brush, dip it into the powder, and lightly follow the shape of your brow with the brush.

1. Bangkok
Bangkok is renowned as one of the best shopping cities in Asia and it’s surely worth the trip, if only for some superb retail therapy on the way to the beaches of Phuket or the cultural temples of Chiang Mai. High quality silk, jewelry, and traditional crafts – everything, really, from sizeable bling to tailor-made suits – at a fraction of stateside prices draw millions to this Thai capital every year. The city’s several chaotic markets, and especially the 35-acre Chatuchak Market, are bona fide treasure troves, whether you’re scouting for clothing, home goods, or art, or live roosters, pythons, and even multi-colored chicks.

2. Buenos Aires
Besides being the most beautiful city in Latin America, Buenos Aires is also home to some of the world’s most beautiful people. And where do these gorgeous porteños shop? Much of the shopping is centered in Microcentro (downtown) along the streets of Calle Florida and Calle Lavalle, both of which teem with chain stores and boutique shops (those with more pesos to spend head to the upscale neighborhood of Recoleta, where Armani, Cartier, and their ilk maintain addresses). But no trip to Buenos Aires would be complete without the purchase of several leather items – the city is known for its abundance of high-quality leather goods that cost a fraction of what they do in the States. Head to the leather district for the biggest selection and return home with a superb handbag, pair of shoes, jacket and more at excellent value.

3. Copenhagen
The fresh, modern talent of Scandinavian designers has made the Danish capital of Copenhagen synonymous with cutting-edge merchandise – whether you’re looking for a new wardrobe or sophisticated home decor. The Grønnegade area finds popular local designers like Munthe and Simonsen, while Strøget & Købmagergade – both pedestrian shopping streets – are home to international giants like Prada, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton. Mega department stores Det Ny Illum and Magasin du Nord make great one-stop shops, but if you’ve always wanted a sleek Bang & Olufsen stereo, there’s nothing like going to the source (on Østergade). Ditto if you’re keen on Georg Jensen’s sophisticated home accessories or first-rate glassware and porcelain from the likes of Holmegaard and Royal Copenhagen Porcelain; this fantastic trio is located within steps of each other, on Amagertorv.

4. Hong Kong
Hong Kong has a lot more to offer shoppers than electronic gadgets these days – and visitors will find street markets, designer boutiques, and mega malls laden with everything from jade to silk, in addition to cutting-edge technology, of course. Local designers like Vivienne Tam, William Tang, and Walter Ma are always popular, as are the vendor-rich streets of Li Yuen East and West, and the lanes of historic Stanley Market, favored for their collectibles like porcelain vases, silk garments, and Chinese artwork. The Jade Market in Yau Ma Tai is also a must – 400 stalls display the green gems that symbolize long life and good health. Each year, the Hong Kong WinterFest, a winter duty-free shopping nirvana, happens just in time for Christmas – so you can fill those holiday stockings at a discount.

5. London
Whether you choose to shop the trendy boutiques of Covent Garden, follow in the steps of princesses by visiting Sloane Street, or pick up a bespoke suit on Saville Row or tailored shirt on Jermyn Street, you’re bound to shed a few pounds (of the monetary variety) when shopping in London. That said, you’ll save a few quid by visiting the stalls of Camden Market, the shops of Oxford Street, where Selfridges and Topshop maintain addresses, and Portobello Market, a haven for antiques and hand-me-down treasures. But also don’t forget to stock up on foodie treats at Fortnum and Mason, a veritable gourmand’s delight of beautifully presented teas, biscuits, cheeses, and more, and stop at the venerable Harrods – at least to buy a shopping tote to carry everything home in.

6. Los Angeles
Ever wonder where your favorite celeb gets her to-die-for designer duds? Depending on how old she is, it’s either Melrose Avenue (Nicole Richie, Paris Hilton) or high-end Rodeo Drive (Nicole Kidman, Catherine Zeta-Jones). Still, you needn’t spend a fortune to get dressed in Los Angeles, as downtown’s Santee Alley is loaded with affordable knockoffs of brand-name merchandise. Otherwise, LA is one of a handful of major cities to boast popular outdoor shopping centers – The Grove, for one, is chock full of stores selling everything from fresh vegetables to iPod accessories, while the three-block, pedestrian-only Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica has familiar brand-name stores interspersed with funky boutiques.

7. Marrakesh
Shopping in the souk in Marrakesh is truly an experience of a lifetime – and one of the more challenging shopping excursions you’ll ever have. Bargaining over goods is a way of life for Moroccans, which can be a daunting but worthwhile experience, especially when you walk away with a piece of clothing, jewelry, pottery, or carpet at your chosen price – and substantially less than you’d pay for the same item back home. Even if you don’t buy anything here, this vast bazaar is easily one of the most atmospheric places in the world in which to lose yourself: its narrow cobblestone streets are suffused with such exotic sights and smells – stained-glass lanterns hang beside meat and vegetables, carpets lie next to mounds of spices – that you’re in for an altogether heady experience no matter what.

8. New York
From high-priced designer fashions to discount chic, and from electronics to rare books, New York City has it all, from the exclusive boutiques of Madison Avenue to the knock-off stalls along Canal Street. Manhattan’s mega-stores, like Bloomingdales, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Macy’s (which bills itself as the world’s largest department store) offer the utmost in one-stop shopping. But more personal shopping experiences await in NoLita and SoHo, where big-name boutiques mix with one-of-a-kind shops and high-end street vendors. Chelsea, meanwhile, is the go-to spot for original art works (at a hefty sum); the Lower East Side attracts fashionable young things to its exclusive shops; and bargain-hunters fight over cut-rate designer fashions at the discount mecca of Century 21.

9. Paris
The creativity that goes into Parisian window displays – whether to front a high-fashion house or a neighborhood chocolatier – is unmatched anywhere in the world, and reflects the locals’ philosophy that shopping should be seen as a pleasure, not a chore. One of the best neighborhoods to experience this attitude is the Marais, where a medieval maze of streets harbors trend-setting boutiques, shops, and galleries near the Place des Vosges. But you also shouldn’t miss the 8th arrondissement, and the international haute-couture labels along two streets in particular – the famed rue du Faubourg St-Honoré and avenue Montaigne – though you’ll spend fewer euros at the city’s grand magasins (department stores); two local favorites, the Galeries Lafayette and Printemps, are found side by side on Boulevard Haussmann in the 9th.

10. St. Barths
The French-owned St. Barthélemy, affectionately known as St. Barths (or St. Barts – both are correct) has earned a reputation as playground for the jet-set, but also as the capital of the Caribbean shopping scene, thanks to its duty-free status and 200-plus boutiques. The delightful capital, Gustavia, is a high-end retail haven for shops like Dior, Louis Vuitton, Bulgari, Cartier, and Hermes (many of which stock items that aren’t available stateside) while the beach resort town of St. Jean tucks posh shops into La Savane Commercial Center and La Villa Créole. It’s not all high-fashion on this celebrated isle, mind you: Local women do peddle traditional island handiwork – hand-woven palm hats, baskets, bags, and more – from their verandas, ensuring you’ll go home with something truly Caribbean after all.

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Product: Acqua

Halter top    $81.00
Racer Halter top with gold clasp in front and gold links in back. Gold Clasp in front
Gold link detail
Fully lined
85% Nylon / 15% Lycra
Made in Brazil
Sizes: Small (A/B), Medium (B/C), Large (C)

Brazilian Bottom    $80.00
Solid navy brazilian bottom. Low rise bottom
Brazilian back coverage
Fully lined
85% Nylon / 15% Lycra
Made in Brazil
Sizes: Small (2), Medium (4/6), Large (8/10)

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