Amiciness is recapping the finale of Asia’s Next Top Model Cycle 3. This week we’re finally crowning the next representative of Asia in the modelling world. One final photo shoot, and one final runway will determine who will be this cycle’s Asia’s. Next. Top. Model.
Watch with us at 8:45 P.M. on STAR World to find out who will be Asia’s Next Top Model. Who is going to win all of these fabulous prizes? A Subaru XV STI car, a campaign for TRESemmé, a magazine cover and spread for Harper’s Bazaar Singapore, and an international modelling contract with Storm Models Management in London.
While waiting for the episode, check out last week’s full recap and my picks for last episode. I also posted the girls’ portfolios so far. You may have noticed that I added a thumbs up/down rating at the end of each post. Let’s find out what you, the AsNTM3 fans, thought about the girls making it to the Top 3. As of 7:15 P.M. (UTC+8) tonight, Aimee has a net score of -10 (14 thumbs up and 24 thumbs down), Gani has a net score of -11 (30 up and 41 down), and Monika has a net score of +43 (56 up and 13 down). Monika is still your favorite to win. Let’s see how the girls fare in the finale.
WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD. PHOTOS ADDED.
Last time on Asia’s Next Top Model, the top four made their way to a new model house. The girls shot magazine covers for Harper’s Bazaar Singapore, representing one era of fashion. Gani gave an excellent portrayal of the 80’s giving her second Best Photo win. Barbara, with no Best Photo wins so far, is eliminated from the competition. She continues the curse of the Japanese representative finishing just short of the Top 3. Who among Aimee from Singapore, Gani from Indonesia, and Monika from the Philippines will be the girl on top? I’ve never been more ready to find out! Lights, camera, ready, action!
The girls are dining with the AsNTM3 judges Joey, Georgina, and Alex at Ku De Ta. Aimee would like to be in Paris Fashion Week, and shared that she tried out casting. Gani wants to be an editorial model. Monika wants to know what to improve on as a model. Joey wants to know more about Monika and be completely open and have a great personality.
What we need with Asia’s Next Top Model is: Who are you? What about you makes us want to know you?
Georgina Mail! The girls need to bring their A-game for their final photo shoot. Gani is upset at her friend Barbara’s elimination instead of Aimee. Gani wants to do well and win for her.
Photo Shoot: Haute Couture
Monika, Gani and Aimee arrive at the Fullerton hotel in Singapore, where they are greeted by Alex and world-renowned photographer Jean-Baptiste Fort, flying in all the way from Spain. The girls will be shot in haute couture with colonial Singaporean architecture as the backdrop. No commercial, just pure high fashion!
Monika began tentatively and seemed to overthink, but when she changed positions, she suddenly brought great pictures. Aimee had a strong fire during the photo shoot and gave beautiful shapes with her haute couture dress. Gani struggled and didn’t feel confident with her shoot. Alex noted a lack of commitment and creativity. “I think she felt defeated.” But then she turned around and finally got good photos. Alex’s favorite shoot was Aimee’s. She felt that Monika’s was predictable but did turn out great photos. Gani didn’t get as much usable photos.
Georgina Mail! Final runway. Gani is worried since she isn’t as tall as the other two girls. Monika said that runway is her happy place.
Final Runway
The top 3 arrive at the stunning Chimes Hall, where many international designers have staged their shows. The girls arrive to a huge surprise – Joey couldn’t let the girls do the last stretch alone. KB, Franchesca, Melissa, Tahlia, and Barbara are back to join in the runway. All three girls nailed the runway walks. Aimee had a quiet confidence. Monika looked like she owned the runway. Gani overcame her lack of height, and still looked like a high-fashion model.
Deliberation
The judging panel is composed of Joey, Georgina, Alex, Harper’s Bazaar SG editor Kenneth Goh, and Nathan Toth from Storm Models Management London.
Monika was commended for her versatility and her being comfortable on the runway. Everyone gasped when she walked on that runway with the flowy blue dress. “Filipinas kill the runway!” Aimee showcased the dress very well. “It felt like I was in a European fashion show.” Alex Perry wants for Aimee to improve her athleticism, for her body to be more defined. Alex: “Gani, I don’t think you’re pretty. … I think you’re beautiful!” Gani is serving strong Asian beauty face in her photo.
The judges discussed not just the girls’ final photo shoot and runway, but also their body of work so far. Aimee had great results this final week, but the judges are wondering why she hasn’t done this excellently earlier on. Monika is a reliable model, but the judges still don’t see the personality behind the model. She lacks, in Kenneth’s words, je ne sais quoi. Gani’s biggest hindrance is her height, but her strong beautiful face would work great in the international scene. The representative for Asian beauty.
Results
Aimee is the second runner-up for Asia’s Next Top Model.
It’s now down to the final two, Gani and Monika.
Monika is the runner-up. Gani is Asia’s Next Top Model.
THE WINNER OF ASIA'S NEXT TOP MODEL IS GANI. #TeamIndonesia #TeamGani @ganegani #AsNTM3Finale pic.twitter.com/XKmIzFiRqV
— Asia’s Next Top Model (@AsNTM07) June 17, 2015
What do you think? Do you agree with the results? What did you think of this cycle as a whole? Sound off in the COMMENTS below.
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