Bucket Babe: Lara Horne

Welcome to level 4 of lockdown, so we decided to let out another edition of the Bucket Babe! Today's model is based in the Western Cape, other than looking gorgeous in front of the camera, she is also quite a tech savy gal, specializing in social media among other things. She leads quite an active lifestyle as there's nothing she doesn't do but also finds time and comfort with a good book in bed with her furry friends. In her busy lifestyle she still finds time to give back as she lends a hand at her local NGO. I'm sure you're tired from hearing from me, so here's .

Lara Horne

BIO

Lara is a Social Media Marketing Specialist who works full time-time at a Cryptocurrency Exchange and part-time as a Freelancer. When she is not setting up social media ads, she is jamming PC survival games while munching homemade chocolate treat or cuddling her two recused cats while reading in bed. Lara is a big believer in leading an active lifestyle and giving back to those in need. On Weekends you can find her climbing, skating and weight training, when she's not exercising she is volunteering as a Meal Server for the homeless at NGO @HopeStreetCT

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Q&A

1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• A camouflage Jeep Wrangler.

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• A Caprese sandwich toasted. 

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

• Salt and vinegar!

4. Dream cover shoot?

• Sports Illustrated Swimwear. 

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• Full time model.  

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• I've had many over the years, but my most recent role model is Olivia Culpo.

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• Someone is holding it.

8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?

• I don't have one yet. 

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• Metal!

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• I don't party, but my dream travel destination is Turkey (for the food). 

Bucket Babe: Amber Brits

With Spring just around the corner we thought we'd start celebrating early with this months installment of the Bucket Babe. This weeks stunner hails from the fairest Cape, and can be found frolicking on the beautiful beaches, strutting her stuff in the most fashionable bikini's. She's a lover of fashion and more importantly cars! both modern and classic, speaking of classic she also has a classic taste when it comes to toasted sarmies. Her body is the epitome of "bikini bod" and we're honored to have her featured for Women's Month, here is...

Amber Brits

BIO

Hello, my name is Amber Brits and I am a free lance model based in Cape Town, Fashion played a big part of my life when I was young and growing up so transitioning into a model came very easy for me. I do a lot of fashion and swimwear shoots and recently was chosen as one of the contestants for the up coming Maxim Mag Cover Girl search, voting starts in September and I'll have the link in my bio on Instagram so make sure you hit follow on the link below!

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Q&A

1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• Ah I really love cars, there is so many honestly, I love classics as well as modern cars, I'd have to say, Audi R8, Ford Mustang, Mercedes Benz G-Class for the modern ones and classics will be Dodge, Pontiac and Chevrolet Chevelle.

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• Toasted cheesey for for sure, when I prepare any food, alot of love goes into it. 

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

• I love popcorn! When I go to the movies, I always go a bit over board and put salt and vinegar, butter, so much that my taste buds are burnt off, haha but at home its salt and little Aromat.

4. Dream cover shoot?

• I've actually entered the Maxim Mag Cover model shoot so I would really love to get all the votes I can with that, voting starts on the 2nd of September, the voting link will be in my bio on Instagram.

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• Full time model. 

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• Avril Lavigne was someone I really looked up to when I was growing up.

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• Taken, I'm with an amazing man who treats me like an absolute queen, wouldn't trade him for the world.

8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?

• Fashion! Where do I start?! Fashion is a big love of mine, my grandmother is where my love for fashion began, she is also my mom as she has raise me. I've always looked up to her fashion sense as I was growing up. She always had long red nails with red lips and always looked so fabulous. She set the stand of fashion for me. Fashion icons that inspire me now are all the Kardashians, as well as big international brands like House of CB, Princess Polly, Youaremi, Fashionova but also a lot of local brands such as Zouhar Designs, The Shopaholic and many more. 

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• Deep Techno with a dirty beat.

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• I would say LA.

Bucket Babe: Kayla Pretorius

As we enter the final few weeks of 2016, many will reflect back on what a crappy year it's been. From falling economies, corrupt presidents, plane crashes and so forth, the human race needs some cheering up and what better way to do so that with the final instalment of the Bucket Babe for 2016! Today's featured model is a woman of many talents, she's travelled and studied abroad, but returned to the country to complete her studies and pursue her passion. She's a car enthusiast and outdoors person but also doesn't mind some online gaming sessions. Anyway, enough from me, lets hear from her!

Kayla Pretorius

Bio

So about myself, where do I begin? I matriculated in 2012 where I then moved to Milano, Italy (at the age of 18) in 2013 to study Fashion Styling and Photography. My love for fashion broadened and I was desperate to learn more about the industry. I missed beautiful, sunny SA and moved to Cape Town to further my studies in Fashion Design at FEDISA, Cape Town. I completed my degree this year, at the age of 22, and plan on working and travelling the world while gaining experience in my career field. The first stop is Bali, Indonesia!

My dreams and aspirations are anything but small - I have achieved many of my set goals but still have a long way to go and I am so excited for the journey ahead. I don't want to disclose much but big things are coming, so watch this space!

I am a complete Gemini - I have a super girly side that adores fashion, makeup, heels and shopping, in comparison to my super tomboy side that loves anything and everything to do with motorbikes, cars and speed. I love a little fun at the shooting range (I secretly wish I was an international super spy) as well as indulging in my guilty pleasure - GTA V Online.

I absolutely love the outdoors, especially being on the beach or in the ocean ( I was a mermaid in my past life). Dogs are most definitely my kryptonite and find their way to my heart. I LOVE cooking for friends and family! I LOVE food - Any IYO burger and cold Freshly brewed beer are my faaaaav! I have  a big heart and am extremely loyal to those I care about - I will move mountains for them! Socializing and meeting new people are one of my favourite pass times - some of my favourite hangouts are outdoor festivals, Yours Truly, IYO, Caprice, HQ, The Grand, Aces 'n Spades, Arcade - anywhere with a good vibe and good music really!

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Q&A

1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• I am a die-hard muscle car lover- definitely a coin flip between a '69 Ford Mustang and a 1970 Dodge Challenger.

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• I LOVE making food so it all depends on my mood but the go-to is definitely a toastie with avo, chicken, pepper dews, cheese, feta and Italian herbs!

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

• Cheese n chives with a box of smarties.

4. Dream cover shoot?

• World Swimsuit/ Sports Illustrated

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• Full time executive - I am quite career driven and love challenging myself as well as keeping busy.

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• Angelina Jolie and Lady Gaga - Both these woman care for matters further than themselves which I find truly inspiring, especially in the industry they're in. They are the epitome of beauty, brains and compassion.

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• Definitely maybe

8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?

• Alexander McQueeen

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• My taste in music varies from old school rap to indie to techno and deep house. 

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• Mykonos!

Photography credit: Dayne Malan, Jayden Moosa

Bucket Babe: Daisy May

As we descend upon the Easter festivities and be thankful for the 4 day weekend, much so we can party all night and sleep all day, we have something else to keep you occupied over the long weekend. As you know we bring you the hottest ladies that South Africa has to offer and today's featured model is so hot, her hair is actually red. Okay that was lame, our flaming red head this week is none other than Daisy May, her bubbly persona is evident in her writing and her walks in life has taught her a lot so far and she's ready to take on any challenge. Anyway, less from me and more from her! by the way, Daisy is taking part in the WorldSwimsuit Model Search competition, so lets do the right thing and vote to see her get featured in this years issue, voting links can be found below. 

Daisy May

Daisy has this life thing sewn up. The Paarl-born fashion maven grew up in Somerset West wondering: just how much can you wring from the world? So she put it to the test. 

Teaching English in Bangkok? Check. Selling real estate in London's fabled Notting Hill? Yep! Co-founding a super-successful retail food chain with her father? Sure thing! Descending on Antarctica at the helm of an icebreaker? Well, obviously. Inventing a time machine and hunting velociraptors in the Cretaceous Period? Okay maybe not that. But one day. Sigh.

Now, over 29 countries worth of travelling later, she has come back to an old flame: fashion. Daisy was exposed early to the sartorial world, having started modelling when she was young. She soon found she had as much of a flair for the goings-on behind the camera as she did for being in front of it. Realising she had a wealth of ideas that nobody else was capturing, she started putting together photo shoots and gathering the experience required to be a creative director. 

You can see where this is heading, can't you? Her travels having fully stocked her creativity silos, Daisy decided it was time to start a completely new venture that would give her the airspace to combine her writing, creativity, modelling, business acumen and love for fashion, travel and interior design - not to mention her uncanny instinct for the shifting currents of trend. And thanks to her extensive journeying, she has a comprehensive mind-library of cultural expertise to draw on throughout.

So it was that Real Life Styled was born: a platform where fashion, decor and lifestyle could come together into a glossy magazine with heart and a pulse. Relatable and aimed at everyone who wants to be the best version of themselves, Real Life Styled offers real life advice for real life people, and tips from someone who really has walked the talk. 

Bio

I'm Daisy May, a model and actress from Cape Town, South Africa. I've been in the industry since I was 16 and been lucky enough to travel the world and work with many famous faces.

I like to keep busy and motivated so I'm always busy with lots of different projects alongside my modeling and acting.  Last year I started up my blog, Real Life Styled. Its been an amazing journey and I even managed to shoot a story in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I'm a very visual person so its been great story boarding and styling my own ideas as well as using my business side to hustle and give Real Life Styled the platform it deserves.

This year has kicked off with a bang, I've been working loads and getting more and more into my acting. I love being able to play different roles and become a different character. I've started filming for a new post apocalyptic series called Spelonk, so keep an eye out for this redheaded rebel girl.

I've also entered the WorldSwimsuit Model Search which is something I wouldn't normally do. I'm not one of those people who enters beauty competitions but I've always loved the publication and I think it is an amazing opportunity so I couldn't help myself but drive in head first.

The response has been great so far and I am so humbled by every single vote by every person who has helped me along the way. I still need as many votes as I can get so I hope everyone keeps them coming. VOTE DAISY MAY, every hour, every day!

Blog: www.reallifestyled.com
Twitter: @DaisyMayDaisy
Instagram: daisymaydaisy
Facebook: RealLifeStyled
Pinterest: reallifestyled

As mentioned before, help Daisy May in the World Swimsuit Model Search competition by voting for her every hour of every day! VOTE DAISY MAY

Q&A

1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• I love vintage cars, I'm currently driving a BMW Z3 M Series but my ultimate car right now would be an Aston Martin DB10.

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• I love cheese so it would have to be an American styled grilled cheese toasted sandwich. If you're lucky, you'll get some crispy bacon and caramelised banana on that. 

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

• I'm definitely a plain salted girl. I always end up putting too much salt on my popcorn so if we go to the cinema, you'll have to sprinkle my popcorn for me before I shrivel up in front of the big screen.

4. Dream cover shoot?

• It would have to be the cover of WorldSwimsuit. It's always been a dream of mine to be featured in the magazine so to get the cover would be like winning the lottery.

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• Full time model, because I get to travel the world, wear the most beautiful clothing and meet such interesting people. I never wake up bored because you never know what you're going to be doing on set the next day. It really is so much fun.

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• My role model has always been my dad. I've been lucky enough to grow up in a loving family where my parents are still very happily married. My dad has worked incredibly hard to give us the life we have today and I can only strive to be as good a person as he is and have the success the has. He has always done things the right way and been very successful. I hope to achieve my dreams by being a warm and caring person and helping others along the way so that at the end of the day I have a lot of good friends to celebrate my success with.

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• I have the most amazing boyfriend. I am incredibly lucky to have the very talented singer/ song writer Michael Lowman as my partner in this life. And yes, he does sing to me from time to time, hehehe.

8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?

• I am totally in love with Valentino's latest collection but my go-to-brand is the American label Free People, it's a bohemian gypsy style which is totally up my alley.

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• I like all different types of music. It depends on my mood. I'm currently listening to Halsey which is amazing, you've got to give it a listen. Also my boyfriend is finishing up his latest album so there is a lot of that playing in our house. 

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• I love cities so it would have to be New York or Tokyo, I'm hoping to go there again this year so who knows maybe I'll get in a sneaky party.