Gotta Love the Ladies

Okay, so if you've been following me as of late, you're probably wondering whether or not this "Ursula Mayes" is also Lao or Thai after having checked out Amy Chanthaphavong: Miss Asian America 2009, Alexandra Bounxouei: The Lao Princess of Pop, Kay Sivilay Import Tuner Magazine Model and Playboy Cybergirl Kay Sivilay. Unfortunately, the answer is no, as she is half Korean and half German/Native American (quite a mix if you ask me). I guess you could say that I'm expanding my horizons and for Pete's sake, just look at her! She is by far among the most beautiful women in the world. I mean, just ask People Magazine and they'll tell you the same, as she made their Top 100 in 2008. And if you are indeed an avid reader of Import Tuner magazine, then she's no stranger to you, as she is the official spokesmodel for their Hot Import Nights segment in addition to being Deal or No Deal's mainstay Suitcase #5 model. After having seen her in an article about Import Tuner's exclusive event, Hot Import Nights, I couldn't pass up learning more about her.

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Bio of Ursula Mayes

Born on August 9^th, 1979, at a military base in Seoul, South Korea, Ursula Yvonne Mayes traveled frequently as an army brat. Some of the many places she visited included Puerto Rico and North Carolina until she was finally able to settle with her family in the Washington, DC area where she would consequently spend the rest of her childhood. She would later move on to Fairfax, Virginia. Her mischievous nature could well be attributed to her having five brothers who influenced her in both positive and negative ways (for example, they taught her.how to hot-wire a car). On a positive note, she credits them for her interest in rock music, boxing, motor sports, and martial arts. Her early years saw her in and out of trouble and so so keep herself out of trouble, she would go to work for her aunt who as a photographer; Ursula assisted her by doing hair and make-up behind the camera. Her aunt, while Ursula worked alongside her at her studio, encouraged her begin modeling. Her exotic looks can be credited to her mother, who is Korean and her father who is German/Native American.

Well, I don't watch Deal or No Deal because of Howie (Sorry, Howie).

Deal or No Deal Makes a Deal with Ursula

While growing up, Ursula then garnered an interest in fashion, poetry, and make up, and in December of 2004, she was selected as a Maxim Hometown Hottie and would consequently finish third as a finalist. The break she was looking for to become a professional model had finally arrived.
What started out as a temporary role as the suitcase #5 model in Season One (2005-2006) of the world's most popular TV game show Deal or No Deal (Ursula substituted for Kristal Marshall) would turn out to be a permanent one for her. Until this day, Ursula remains model #5 on Deal or No Deal.

Ursula's looks range from conservative to downright sexy

Ursula Goes Global

Ursula Mayes has appeared on many magazines covers in a relatively short amount of time and her stock is still on the rise. Some of the magazines in which she is the featured model includes Maxim, Stuff, Muscles and Fitness, OC Health, Karma, People Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful People Issue, Modified Magazine, and Import Tuner. In total, Ursula has contributed her modeling prowess to nearly 30 companies worldwide and the number continues to grow. In addition to this, she is also the spokesmodel for Hot Import Nights which is a automotive touring event that is sponsored by Import Tuner magazine. Ursula is also the face of EI Solutions Skincare and Cosmetics which she does commercials for that is currently airing in Japan and Korea. Please have a look:

Ursula Mayes Profile

Height: 5'6"
Weight: 108 lbs.
Profession: Office manager, makeup artist
Preferred Celebrity Status: Multi
Relationship Status: Hooked Up
Favorite Sport/Team: Hockey. Go Washington Caps!
Favorite Movie/Actor: True Romance. I love Quentin Tarantino!
Favorite Music/Artist: Korn
Favorite Song: Too many to name just one
Favorite Food: Lizard Lounge
First Job: Waitress
Other: If I had to describe myself in only three words: genuine, independent, and loyal.

On a photo shoot with other Deal or No Deal models. Ursula Mayes is in the front row: Second, from left to right, with her hands on her hips, looking annoyed.

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Student shows big is beautiful at groundbreaking size 16 fashion show

Hayley Morley juggles modelling with a degree at Reading university

At 21, she is studying for her university finals and hopes to become a surveyor like her father.
This weekend, however, Hayley Morley was busy doing something else - changing the face of London Fashion Week as one of the few curvy models taking to the catwalk.
A healthy size 14, she is far fuller-figured than the size six models normally hired by designers.
She has become a muse for designer Mark Fast since meeting him last year, and appeared in his show on Saturday as part of his campaign to use 'real-sized' women.
The 5ft 9in student first worked for the Canadian designer in September in a show which featured a number of size 12 and 14 models.

She said yesterday: 'I had hundreds of messages of support from young girls and young women, saying thank you for being a more real model.
'I think that finally there is someone young and they feel they can relate to more than a size six model. It makes me proud.'
But the model, from Surrey - whose career began two years ago after she was spotted working in a wine bar in Guildford - suggests a career on the catwalk is not for her.
Miss Morely, who says she eats healthily and goes to the gym, has vowed to knuckle down for the last months of her BSc in Investment and Finance in Property at Reading University and will become an RICS-accredited property surveyor when she graduates in May.

Hayley takes to the runway for the Autumn/Winter 2010 Mark Fast show

Hayley is one of the few curvy models taking to the catwalk

Before that she has finals, and has been trying to work for these between modelling jobs.
'It is very difficult,' she said. 'If it wasn't for my boyfriend, who does the same course as me, I would be in real trouble. He goes to all the lectures and tells me about them.
'I do have to concentrate now London Fashion Week is done. I worked very hard at school and don't want that to go to waste.'
Miss Morley has had to juggle university with a ten-fold increase in offers of modelling jobs since modelling for Mr Fast in September.
Last week she was modelling swimwear in the Seychelles for French Marie Claire, returned to shoot pictures for plus-size High Street chain Evans, and then immediately took to the catwalk for Mr Fast on Saturday.

Last night the 28-year-old designer said: 'Hayley is a wonderful, sexy, gorgeous woman.

'It is important for me to continue using curvier models because there needs to be an understanding that my clothes are for all body shapes.
'There are real women out there that want to be able to escape into the fantasy of fashion just like everyone else regardless of their size.'

Hayley, centre, enjoys student life with a couple of friends

Soundarya Rajinikanth Engagement Photos

நடிகர் ரஜினியின் இளையமகள் சவுந்தர்யா & அஸ்வின் குமார் திருமண நிச்சயதார்த்தம் சென்னையில் நேற்று நடந்தது. இதில் முதல்வர் கருணாநிதி கலந்து கொண்டு மணமக்களை வாழ்த்தினார். அருகில் தயாளு அம்மாள், ராஜாத்தி அம்மாள், கனிமொழி எம்.பி., சாந்தா ஸ்டாலின் மற்றும் லதா ரஜினிகாந்த்.
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Rachel Stevens shows off a fuller, curvier, J-Lo-esque figure as she attends a pre-Baftas party

Rachel Stevens looked stunning as she showed off a curvier figure that some were comparing to Jennifer Lopez.All eyes were on the pop star as she flaunted her new J-Lo-esque figure as she stepped out in central London last night.
She looked gorgeous as she arrived at Annabel's nightclub for a pre-Baftas party in a short black and white striped dress, which clung to her sexy new figure.

Curvy: Rachel Stevens shows off a fuller figure as she attends a pre-Baftas party at the private club Annabel's in London last night

The 31-year-old tiny pop star definitely looked like she'd gained a few pounds in all the right places as she posed for cameras outside the private Mayfair club.
With her husband Alex Bourne in tow, she completed her gorgeous look with a black clutch bag and black stiletto heels.

Party animal: A formal Colin Firth attends the Asprey pre-Bafta party (L) before removing his tie and heading off to Annabel's

The couple were part of a long list of celebrity guests at the annual bash, which is hosted by media company Finch & Partners.
Several of this year's Bafta nominations were in attendance, many of whom had party-hopped all evening, with two different bashes taking place ahead of tonight's prestigious event.

Leading ladies: Vera Farmiga (L) and Gabourey Sidibe arrive at the pre-Bafta party

Myleene Klass on the crest of a wave on beach break in Barbados

Myleene Klass narrowly avoided a major wardrobe malfunction whilst holidaying in Barbados this week when she was struck by a huge wave.The TV presenter and Marks and Spencer model was initially the picture of calm and looked stunning as she paraded down the beach in a classy leopard print bikini.
But as she stood in the surf and flaunted her lithe physique, she was unaware of a huge wave building up and crashing towards her.

Behind you! Myleene is blissfully unaware of the impending wave...

  ... and gets caught out as it comes crashing down on of her, removing her top

As as she ventured a little deeper into the clear blue water Myleene was caught out by the powerful surge that whipped the top half of her bikini clean off.
Thankfully - or not for her male admirers - she managed to protect her dignity before other holidaymakers copped an eyeful.

Myleene braces herself for another huge wave

Myleene shows off the enviable figure that won her the M&S campaign

Maybe the malfunction wouldn't have happened if she'd been wearing an M&S bikini, many of which she has modelled in recent years.
Myleene, 31, was enjoying a day off in the Caribbean sunshine in her leopard-skin print bikini before she begins shooting her new M&S ad campaign tomorrow.
She jetted off to the holiday island after Popstar to Operastar, the celebrity talent show she hosted, finished on Friday night, with Darius Danesh crowned the winner.

Beach body: Myleene shows off her leopard skin bikini as she heads out of the ocean

Water babe: Myleene frolicks in the surf

And either her husband Graham Quinn decided she deserved some much needed alone time and stay at home and take care of their daughter Ava, or both were being particularly camera-shy.
Whatever the reason, Myleene certainly seemed to be enjoying some peace and quiet as she lay back on her lounger in a trilby-style sun hat and a glossy mag for an easy holiday read.

Easy does it: Myleene gingerly navigates her way onto her sun lounger

Relaxed: She gets comfy and soaks up some rays with a glossy mag in her hand