Hotties of Rio 2016

The Summer Olympics gets under way tonight in Rio De Janeiro, well it actually started a few days ago but today see's the official opening ceremony with them lighting the flame and stuff. It's one of the biggest sporting events on the planet with countries competing in many of the summer orientated sports, to win gold for themselves and their country. Now while many will be watching the events for the sport and competitiveness, it doesn't hurt to know there are more than a handful of eye candy present. Now with them all being athletes, they have to be looking after their bodies and will be in the shape of their life for the games but there are a few who have been blessed with both the looks and the ability to compete at the highest level of their respective sports. We've done a quick run down of our top 10 female athletes to keep an eye out for during the games. 

Jacqueline, Carvalho, Brazil, Volley Ball

Well it's in Brazil so how can we not have a Brazilian first on the list? Sadly that's where it ends for the host nation but be sure to keep an eye on this hottie on the courts. 

Ellen Hoog, Netherlands, Hockey

The star of the Dutch female team, Ellen isn't just popular for her looks. Whilst being a key player for the national side, her looks did earn her a shoot with Sports Illustrated Magazine.

Genevieve Lacaze, Australia, Steeple Chase

It was bound to happen, yes while we all love to hate the Australians, you got to admit they have some fine looking Sheila's and Genevieve is one of them. Competing in the Steeple Chase, she's hoping to take home gold for the Aussies.

Amber Hill, England, Skeet Shooting

At just aged 18, Amber is probably the youngest on this list and at the Olympics but becareful, her forte is Skeet Shooting, so she'll have a marker on your head if you not wary. 

Ana Ivanovic, Serbia, Tennis

Ana needs no introduction to us, she's been wowing us on and off the courts with her gorgeous looks for years now and with the absence of Maria Sharapova this year, she'll be the one everyone looks out for at the Tennis even though she recently got married.

Michelle Jenneke, Australia, Hurdles

If you watch track and field and haven't heard of Michelle then quite frankly you've been watching with blinkers on. Known for her famous warm up dance that warms up just about every male watching. This is one Aussie I won't mind having over for tea.

Shelina Zadorsky, Canada, Football

Truth be told I wouldn't even know about her if I didn't watch the game against Australia the other night. It's a pity she was red carded quite early on, I think the ref thought she was just too hot to be on the field so sent her for an early shower. 

Darya Klishina, Russia, Long Jump

It just wouldn't be the Olympics without a hot Russian and Darya is your lady. Her legs will tower over just about anything hence she's a champ at the Long Jump. If that doesn't work out for her she could always go into modeling.

Alex Morgan, USA, Football

It's time to focus on the Americans and first up is Alex Morgan, she narrowly beat her team mates Hope Solo and Alex Krieger to this list but can you blame me? I mean look at the picture below.

Alana Blanchard, USA, Surfing

Yes! Surfing is a legit sport at the Olympics and honestly I cannot wait because of this particular lady. Alana Blanchard of the USA is bound to be competing for gold and she will be looking damn good doing so. Massive fan of her for obvious reasons and she's not that bad on the board either.

Bucket Babe: Alessya Brookes

It's almost the end of September, before people start repeating that lame joke about waking up Greenday, let's end off the final week in style with another drop dead gorgeous beauty that resides on the southern side of Africa. Today's featured beauty first caught my eye when she did a shoot for our good friends Locally Whipped Magazine in Johannesburg, since then she's just catapulted in the industry with her biggest achievement to date being Miss June Playmate for Playboy SA. I am going to be honest, it was the first time I paid to download the mag, just to see her shoot and boy was it worth it! She's mesmerizing in every angle she's photographed and you wouldn't believe it if I told you she's a mom! She has a really good singing voice (if this instagram video is anything to go by) and she has been craving her MANwich, which you'll find about further down, I know you can't wait to meet her, so here she is!

Alessya Brookes

Bio

I grew up in Botswana where I was privileged to enjoy a sun-drenched, free-spirited childhood which I believe shaped me into who I am today. I simply love being outdoors, surrounded by nature (and in a bikini where possible). I was raised amongst humble, down to earth people and today I choose only to surround myself with people of that nature. The only thing I turn down is my collar!

My greatest life accomplishment is my beautiful daughter. She keeps me young and connected to the simplicity of childhood. I have been modelling for about a year now and have been incredibly lucky with the opportunities which have come my way during this short period. This year I have been featured in various online SA magazines (Locally Whipped, My City By Night, Sexy South African Hunnies) and I was Playboy SA's June 2015 playmate. I was also chosen as one of fourteen SA girls to appear in the international Liqui Moly 2016 calendar. Modelling was never something that I imagined myself being involved with so I'm really just enjoying each and every opportunity that comes my way and counting my blessings as I go.  

Links

Facebook: Alessya Brookes
Twitter: @AlessyaBrookes
Instagram: alessy_b

Q&A

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

• Ferrari Enzo FXX.

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

• A sandwich is a sandwich, but a MANwich is a meal! Open sandwich on toasted Ciabata with cream cheese, cajun chicken, bacon, avocado, rocket and sun-dried tomatoes.

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

• White cheddar, hands down. (I eat popcorn regularly)

4. Dream cover shoot?

• Maxim Magazine

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?

• Although it is a cliche, definitely my mother

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

• I have my eye on someone....

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

• DVF

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• Drum & Bass and Trap

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• Kingston Town, Jamaica.

Bucket Babe: Lauren Wallet

Greetings and welcome to yet another one of our favourite monthly features, the Bucket Babe. We've always maintained that the reason for the segment is to showcase the great, beautiful woman that this wonderful country of ours has to offer and today's featured model just proves that. I don't often get to meet most of the girls I feature as they're normally interactions over the web but with this one, I have. It was many a year ago and I remember the night clearly, not sure how because many shots of tequila was had but it was in a club in Durban's Morningside district, she stood out from the crowd, in her little black number with a smile on her face that could stop traffic. Since then she has been doing some great work in the online realm's and even was a finalist in the 2012 Top Billing presenter search. I have persisted her for years to allow me to feature her but it seems she was waiting for the right time and that is now! 

Lauren Wallet

Bio

Laurens first magazine cover was when she was 6 months old - posing with her model mother for 'Living and Loving Magazine'. She modeled throughout childhood and won the first FHM Student of the year, featuring in the magazines for many years after, making the 100 sexiest list for 3 years and voted one of S.A's 50 hottest dates. Lauren quit modeling to focus on starting and selling various businesses.

Currently she runs a marketing company, Malva (www.ilovemalva.com) which specializes in social media. She has written a book "About you, Human doing" in an effort to encourage fellow entrepreneurs to strive, to thrive in life and business (available in April). Her business blog is www.malvablog.com

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She details her travel and lifestyle adventures in her personal blog: www.lovelaurenblog.com

In these swimwear shoots, Lauren is wearing Blu Blue Swimwear (www.blublueswimwear.com) by local Durban designer Hayley Firth. Blu Blue is also a Malva client and Lauren built the website.

 Her hobbies include watching theatre, socializing with friends, fine dining, travel, pampering spa sessions and learning new things. After living in Durban and Joburg, she proud to call Cape Town her home!

Links

Twitter: @laurenwallett
Instagram: laurenwallett

Q&A

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

• I'm not really a car person, I love my black Rav4 that I drive (tinted windows and automatic-which is a must!) but one day I see myself in a black Jag.

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

• Toasted double cheese. Delish!

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

• Not mad for popcorn, but like the - is it chives? topping at the movies. More a chocolate, cupcake kinda person.

4. Dream cover shoot?

• So far it was for my book and getting the cover shot (by the talented Fiona Clair Photography). A dream shoot would be one that I had to travel to an island paradise for!

5. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• Old skool deep house (like Tilt back in the day) and show tunes on full blast! Obsessed with songs from Wicked the musical. 

6. If given a choice, full time model or full time singer, what would you choose?

• Full time executive of course!

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

• No one is holding my hand.

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

• I've only ever aspired to become the best version of myself, I'm a work in progress and always striving to improve through learning more about myself and other people.

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

• Blu Blu Swimwear! And in Durban, Bianca Warren!

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• New York!

Photo Credits:

Casey Pratt Photography

Bron Fourie Photography 

Fiona Clair Photography

Relive Ultra Music Festival Miami 2014

Probably the most antiscipated event from Ultra other than the music festival is the official release of their aftermovies. With Final Kid in charge of the mammoth task in creating the ultimate experience for fans around the world to relive the event, they have their work cutout with them having to make this years even better than the years before which was mind blowing! They're calling this video "a short movie" with the tag line "United We Dance" and is different from previous after movies with only one track featured in the entire 15 minute duration. Also they feature interviews with the various DJ's and some of the frequent fans that visit the festival. All in all it still is a damn good production, the added insights from the DJ's really give you a sense of what they're going through while performing for the masses and it just makes you want to be there, to experience it all! If theres one thing an Ultra After Movie does, it makes you want to attend the next one and this definitely does that, enjoy!

Bucket Babe: Gabrielle Pollock

South Africa as a country is truly beautiful and we're lucky to have this land blessed with beautiful home grown girls as well. Take today's featured model for example, she's only 21 but already she's taken the world by storm, born in the Eastern Cape, this gorgeous young lass took a chance with a competition and from that it just sky rocketed her into the industry, she soon will be jetting off to the USA to strut her stuff there for work. She's set herself high goals but she has the right attitude to achieve them, age is on her side and we wish her all the best. She may look familiar to you as she was featured in our top 20 for the Swimsuit SA competition, voting is still open so keep on voting!

Gabrielle Pollock

Bio

My modelling career all started when I left East London to do the Elle Fresh Face finals in Cape Town. Not only was I lucky enough to get the April cover of Elle 2011, but I signed a contract with Boss Models whom I have been working with ever since. I love living in Cape Town, and as I am an active trail runner it really is the perfect environment for me. However, modelling has given me the opportunity to travel to places such as Hong Kong, Milan and New York, and I absolutely love the adventure behind exploring a new city! I have just been placed with Wilhelmina in LA and am making the move there in May, which I am so excited for! In my spare time I like to read, box, play music and am currently studying part-time through UNISA. My ultimate dream is to be a Victoria Secret Angel and see my star in Hollywood one day. I have long way to go, but I'm always ready for a challenge. ;)

Links

Twitter: @gabspollock

Instagram: gabriellepollock

Q&A

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

• 458 hands down! I test drove it early this year and it was sensational!

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

• toasted bacon, avo, pesto, rocket and roasted pine-nuts.

3. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• Golden oldies are always a winner.

4. Dream cover shoot?

• Vogue.

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

• Full time model - I've done it for two years and it's what I love - I have enjoyed every second of it!

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

• Sour cream and chives occasionally but you can never go wrong with plain salt..

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

• I had the pleasure of meeting Nelson Mandela when I was in primary school, and he will always be an inspiration to me.

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

• I am obsessed with fashion. The first thing you would see upon entering my apartment is probably my big pile of Vogues, Elles, Cosmos and Glamours spilling over my coffee table!

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

• I'm currently seeing someone.

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• New York. The energy and drive there is infectious I love how you can live the city lifestyle, but get the break you need in Central Park or an hour away in Long Island or the country.