Nicki and Ricky for Viva Glam

If you never thought you'd see Nicki Minaj and Ricky Martin advertising makeup together, think again. The popular rapper and Puerto Rican pop star have been chosen by MAC Cosmetics as the faces of its 2012 Viva Glam lipstick campaign.

In case you're one of the five makeup lovers worldwide who haven't yet heard of Viva Glam, it is a program geared towards supporting the MAC AIDS Fund. The entire sale price of each lipstick is donated to the fund to help fight HIV and AIDS. Since the Viva Glam's institution, the campaign has raised $224 million for the cause.

Following such successes as the ever-popular Viva Glam Gaga and Viva Glam Cyndi come the wonderfully named Viva Glam Nicki and Viva Glam Ricky. The picture for the campaign features Nicki Minaj leaning on a motorcycle while Ricky Martin flexes his biceps in front of a graffiti-like background splashed with hot pink. It's an advertisement that's pretty hard to miss. The lipsticks, both in shades of pink, make their debut in February, retailing for $14 at department stores and online at MAC Cosmetics.

Text Esther Reisberg
Source and Image Daily Mail

Model Watch Monday: British Brunette Elin Amos

Currently taking her claim on NYC, British model Elin Amos has been getting a great response from clients and casting agents. Scouted at the Reading Music Festival, Elin was quickly shipped out to NYC. When you've got it, there's no time to waste! Elin is a well-rounded girl who is into horseback riding, collecting teapots, cooking vegan feasts, and dancing at hippie music festivals. We think she ought to take a little trip out to San Francisco — sounds like it would be right up her alley.

Elin has definitely got the edge. She reminds me of a brunette version of Aussie model Abby Lee Kershaw. No, it’s not because of the nose ring — it’s the whole package deal. With Elin’s doe-like eyes and cool girl vibe, she's bound to be a top choice for the likes of Diesel, Urban, Free People, and many others. Keep an eye out, because she’ll be popping up all over soon.

Stats:

Mother Agency: Profile Model Mgmt

New York Agency: MC2 Model Management

Hometown: Brighton, UK

B-Day: July 13th

Height: 5'9"

Hair: brown

Eyes: hazel

More photos of Elin behind the cut.

Model Watch Monday: The Girl with The Blonde Eyebrows

Meet Alyona Subbotina, the intriguingly awkward beauty that is captivating the industry with her intense eyes and je ne sais quoi attributes. Currently she has been based in Singapore (but originally comes from Kazahkstan) where she was working on building her book. How lucky are the photographers who get to test with her?

It might be hard to believe that she hasn't worked in any major markets, I am quite sure that her looks will make that happen in the near futures as she has now found herself in Paris. Her book has already gathered quite the key images any model needs to "make it" in the industry. Becoming the Muse of two top stylists in Singapore, Johnny Khoo and Jeremy Tan definitely was a plus. 

I have high hopes for this one as she looks completely different in every photo. The key in my mind to a top model is the ability to be a chameleon and Alyona's got it. Can't wait to see what will be in store with the rise of this newbie. 

xx-R

Check out more images of Alyona behind the jump. 

Model Watch Monday: From Ukraine with Love

This intriguing face, Julia Museychuk, comes to us from Kiev, Ukraine. Julia has already made her way to Paris to work with her agency there, City Models. She has a eerie look, intriguing is definitely the correct word to use in describing this new face. I would say that she has a bit of a similar look to Gemma Ward [who we haven't seen for quite some time] with the eyes.  If anyone was starting to miss the likes of Miss Ward, they can definitely take a liking to Julia. Her wide eyes and angelic look, almost doe like gives her an intensely captivating aura. Standing 5'10.5 and only 17 years of age, we're sure to see her walking down the runways of future fashion weeks to come.

Model Monday: Egor Zakiryaev, boom boom pow!

Many beautiful things come from Russia, great vodka and beautiful men! I'd say that's enough to love that country, wouldn't you? The strong features, statuesque physiques, the strong attitude who wouldn't love a Russian boy?

I'm pleased to open your eyes to this beau, Egor Zakiryaev, hailing from St. Petersburg Russia. Love his persona in his images, the whole "nonchalant" vibe works for this one. He is definitely mature beyond his years, careful though ladies, he's only 16! Yes, SIXTEEN, shocking isn't it?

Standing 6'1, black hair and brown eyes he was discovered while tagging along to a friends casting. Egor caught someones eye and was signed to Select Deluxe Model Management in Russia and has already been swooped up by VNY Model Management in NYC. Nice work Egor, hope we'll be seeing you soon over here on this side of the pond.

Until next week, kisses!


PS: There's one another image after the jump! ;)

Model Monday: BAM! Newcomer Lais Ribeiro

Check out stunner Lais Ribeiro from Woman Model Management in NYC. As the designers shift into their Fall/Winter Campaigns the need for new faces flood the scene. Lais brings a different look to the table, I haven't seen a girl like her lately that is for sure. Her beauty brings a new and ultra-unique look to the modeling world. Already turning the heads of some of the top names in the industry, Marc Jacobs, Givenchy, Ralph Lauren, Gucci, Versace, Dior, D&G she has been said to have the looks of a "classic" ... this newcomer is here to stay.

Until next week, kissed- B

Model Monday: Frenchie, Elodie Mussard

Karin Models Paris recently snatched up model Elodie when she was introduced by a family friend to one of the Karin bookers. Stunning baby blues and a pout that could make any photographer melt, this lovely lady has gem written all over her. Only 16, she's got many years ahead to "wow" us, and I'm sure she will. Definitely keep her on your radar, we'll be seeing her in editorials to come.

Oh and remember, if you have some new faces you'd like to share, ones that you think are on the rise please send them my way, perhaps I'll blog it!

Email: bianca@chaos-mag.com

Until next time, kisses - B

Model Watch: Michelle de Wit

Another Netherlands beauty?! Well, this time we've passed the legal age. Michelle de Wit is a 19 (almost 20!) year old Dutch sorceress. At least that's the role she is playing in her photographs. This chick is channelling Fiona Apple and the return to the whole Ck model revolution circa 1990 but with late 70's style. 

So far, Michelle's resume is a blank canvas but that doesn't stop the fashion critics from raving over this 5'11 beauty. Michelle is repped by Fresh Model Management in the Netherlands. Keep your eyes out for this girl as 2009 goes on. But remember where you saw her first (psst, here @ CHAOS!) Thumbs up for merging Stevie Nicks, Fiona Apple, the 1970's AND 1990's in one slender form. Thumbs down for not being everywhere by now.