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Ashley Stewart Coast to Coast Model Search – Finalist Announced – Feedback has been discontinued/winner being announced on PLUS Model Radio

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Last Friday, both Chenese Lewis and PLUS Model Magazine hosted Ashley Stewart’s Coast to Coast Model Search in New York and Los Angeles. The model hopefuls came out to the NYC Flagship store in Harlem and the West Culver City store in Los Angeles despite the terrible weather we experienced on both coast.

PLUS Model Magazine and Chenese Lewis joined forces with Ashley Stewart to look for aspiring models who are photogenic, poses great personal style, inner glow, and exude confidence. The choice was very difficult for all of us, and narrowing them down further will be no easy task.

Below are the finalist of the Ashley Stewart Coast to Coast Model Search NY/LA

Which young lady gets your vote?

#34 – Erin Burts   Size: 13   Age:27

#53 – Samantha Ball Size: 26/28 Age: 35

#42 – Marielene Pelayo Size: 16/18 Age: 25

#43 Melissa Fosse- Dunne   Size: 18 Age: 29

#46 – Deborah Davis Size:16 Age: 42

#20 – Nichole Smith   Size: 20/22 Age: 29

#45 – Donna Bullock Size: 12 Age: didn’t say

#7 – Stephanie Gomez Size: 16/18 Age: 26

#6 – Lisa Marie Rodriguez Size: 14   Age:31

#10 – Queanna  Rea Feather  Size: 14/16 Age: 32


#10 Marquita Graham   Size 12   Age 29

#3 Anna Dritsas   Size 16/18   Age 26

#74 Audrey Lacy   Size 16/18   Age 25

#15 Yolanda Elston   Size 14/16   Age 28

#47 Cherie Dennis  Size 16/18   Age 28

#42   Jazzlyn Marshall   Size 14/16   Age 21

#35   Ashley Smith   Size 12    Age 25

#25   Marcia Fletcher    Size 18/20   Age 40+

#18  Nicole Stewart   Size 18   Age 22

#40   Marijo Monteiro   Size 16/18   Age 34

Thank you to all the beautiful ladies who came out and entered the Ashley Stewart Coast to Coast Model Search.

 

Editor-in-Chief, Madeline Jones

by Editor-in-Chief, Madeline Jones

Always an activist and looking to bring plus size women into a fashion forward mentality, in 2006 she combined forces with friend and online magazine publisher, Valery Amador, to create PLUS Model Magazine, where they could respond to plus women's demand for fashionable clothing displayed prominently on appropriately sized models. Since then, Ms. Jones has quickly become the, 'Anna Wintour' of the plus size industry where she is frequently called upon for her expertise and insight; Appearances and interviews include ABC World News with Diane Sawyer, Entertainment Tonight, Coco Perez, Fox News, HuffingtonPost.com and 200+ other media sources.

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311 Responses to Ashley Stewart Coast to Coast Model Search – Finalist Announced – Feedback has been discontinued/winner being announced on PLUS Model Radio

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  1. Noel March 2, 2011 at 11:28 am

    Los Angeles Finalist: My vote goes to the Last Model in the cream top. Nice pose! (but I don’t see her info listed)

    New York Finalist: My vote goes to #74 Audrey Lacy. Such a natural beauty!

  2. jazzlyn unique lee March 2, 2011 at 1:19 pm

    Omg!! I feel so honored to be one of the finalists. All the women are truly beautiful. Thank you for this opportunity and good luck to the finalist!!!

  3. Marijo March 2, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    Oh wow, a pleasant surprise! To think I almost talked myself out of going, the rain, etc. Lesson learned, as we are often tempted to walk away from what may be an opportunity no matter how big or small! Thanks PMM, Ashley Stewart & team, it was a fun experience watching women of all shades and shapes smile and pose was a joy to watch! Wishing all the ladies all the best, you’re already a winner! Beijos

  4. Limarie March 2, 2011 at 2:51 pm

    Congratulations to all the finalists. You are all beautiful. God Bless!

  5. Annoula March 2, 2011 at 3:35 pm

    OMG! I don’t believe it!!!!! I feel honored that I was chosen in the top 10 for NY. Very very honored and so happy! Congratulations to ALL the girls who made it and to those who tried out pursuing their dreams! <3

  6. Sara March 2, 2011 at 3:40 pm

    Congrats to everyone who made the finalists, and especially good luck to Nichole Smith!

  7. Limarie March 2, 2011 at 3:51 pm

    Annoula I knew you’d make it up there girl!

  8. Jesika Clerge March 2, 2011 at 3:55 pm

    Congrats to each and every finalist! I would be lying if I said that I did not want to be up there too, it’s such an honor! You all look great and I wish you all the best, can’t wait for one day to be chosen!! Good luck :)

  9. missplustopmodel March 2, 2011 at 4:47 pm

    Good diverse selection of real women form California. Good luck to all the top 10.

  10. Queanna Rèa Feather March 2, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    Wow… I am so blessed and honored to have been chosen as one of the top ten for LA. For once in my life I’m speechless, those who know me know I love to talk. All ladies are beautiful inside and out I’m blessed to be in great company! Good luck ladies and God bless!!!

  11. Chenese Lewis March 2, 2011 at 1:57 pm

    Ashley Stewart Coast to Coast Model Search Finalist Announced http://ow.ly/1bzHbq

  12. Noel March 2, 2011 at 10:04 pm

    LA Finalist: #10 Queanna Rea Feather

    NY Finalist: #74 Audrey Lacy

  13. Fuller Woman Network March 2, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    RT @cheneselewis: Ashley Stewart Coast to Coast Model Search Finalist Announced http://ow.ly/1bzHbq

  14. Heather March 2, 2011 at 11:12 pm

    My girl Samantha’s got this! She’s as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside!! Crossing fingers and sending a prayer upstairs for you Sammie!!

  15. Alexandra March 2, 2011 at 11:14 pm

    All the girls look lovely!

    But my vote would go for:

    NY Finalist #3 Anna Dritsas

  16. LUVLYDISAST3R March 2, 2011 at 11:44 pm

    CA- #53 – Samantha Ball….like that chick’s smile!

    #47 Cherie Dennis …..girl got swag!

  17. Madrid March 2, 2011 at 11:46 pm

    #53 – Samantha Ball 26/28
    #18 Nicole Stewart Size 18

    Loving the diversity!!

  18. jesse ortiz March 2, 2011 at 11:50 pm

    My vote goes to Samantha ball number fifty to the 3 (53) LOL that girl is off the chain with that fashion forward style she got going on she got the look personality and talent good luck Sam

  19. Catherine Feather March 3, 2011 at 12:05 am

    # 10 Queanna Feather in Los Angeles gets my vote because she is a beautiful young lady and she is very talented. Love you much.

  20. Sue Nova March 3, 2011 at 12:05 am

    #53! Samantha! She’s as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside!!!!

  21. Angelique Luna March 3, 2011 at 12:08 am

    My vote goes to #53 – Samantha Ball Size: 26/28 Age: 35

    She’s beautiful and a friend of mine. Good Luck girlie!

  22. Annoula Dritsas March 2, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    THE HAPPIEST PERSON IN THE WORLD!! MADE THE TOP 10 FOR NEW YORK @_Ashley_Stewart Coast2Coast Model Search! #fb -link: http://bit.ly/gPfnTJ

  23. Maisha March 3, 2011 at 12:18 am

    #53 Samantha

    She is beautiful INSIDE and OUT!

  24. Monique March 3, 2011 at 12:26 am

    Congrats to ALL the ladies!! So proud of you!!

  25. Elaine March 3, 2011 at 12:32 am

    #42 for CA

    #3 for NY

  26. kim March 3, 2011 at 12:47 am

    #53 Samantha’s got my vote just look at that radiant smile!!!!

  27. Ashley March 3, 2011 at 12:48 am

    Such a blessing and surprise to be named a finalist!! Thanks for giving women a chance to come out and show just how diverse beauty is

  28. missplustopmodel March 2, 2011 at 4:49 pm

    Good luck to the top 10 models!

  29. Stiletto Siren March 2, 2011 at 5:03 pm

    Nichole “Nik” Smith and Marijo are my girls! Both of them are fab models and great role models, they both have the full package of beauty, personality and talent. Such great souls and inner beauty as well!
    xoxo
    Stiletto

  30. Samantha Ball March 3, 2011 at 1:18 am

    I must say, I’m unbelievably excited and totally surprised to have been chosen as one of the California finalist. Like Marijo mentioned before I talked myself out of going due to the rain as well as other reasons. I’m proud that my final decision was to brave the storm and take a chance. I had a wonderful experience and met some Fabulous & Beautiful Women. Congrats to all contestants!
    Thank You Ashley Stewart & Chenese Lewis!!

    OH! and my vote is for #53 Samantha Ball. ;-)

  31. lydmojo March 3, 2011 at 1:22 am

    NY Finalist: #18 Nicole Stewart is beautiful my votes def for her(:

  32. Chantel March 3, 2011 at 1:23 am

    Congratulations to each of you ladies! Special congrats to my always pretty sis, Ashley. You’re beautiful inside and out!

    LA FInalist: #6 Lisa Maria Rodriquez
    NY Finalist: #35 Ashley Smith

  33. Pamela Thompson Smith March 3, 2011 at 1:29 am

    Ashley Smith, #35, a NY finalist, gets my vote. I love her fresh, glowing, natural look. She shows that beauty does not have to manufactured when it comes from within. Congrats and all the best!

  34. Pamela Thompson Smith March 3, 2011 at 1:30 am

    Ashley Smith, #35, a NY finalist, gets my vote. I love her fresh, glowing, natural look. She shows that beauty does not have to be manufactured when it comes from within. Congrats and all the best!

  35. Melina K. March 3, 2011 at 1:36 am

    My girl, #3, Anna, from NY top 10! I am soo proud of her! For LA, I would pick 6.. she’s looking fierce!

  36. Lisa D. March 3, 2011 at 1:55 am

    My Vote is for #53 – Samantha Ball! She’s got the personality to match that gorgeous smile!

  37. Michelle March 3, 2011 at 1:58 am

    What a great looking group of women! Congratulations to each of you!

  38. Model Fashion March 3, 2011 at 2:01 am

    Congratulations, ladies!

    Fantastic selection! Everyone of those ladies deserves to win!

  39. The Big Cheese March 3, 2011 at 2:02 am

    My Vote is For #53
    Samantha Ball!

  40. Amy Cordova March 3, 2011 at 2:04 am

    My vote goes to my girl #53 SAMATHA BALL. She has always been fashion forward and has been able to bring small size fashion to her beautiful plus size self. With her innovative style, amazing smile, and sweet personality I would like to encourage your vote to go to her as well.

    Love ya Sammie !!!

  41. LaToya March 3, 2011 at 2:07 am

    GO NY #35!!!!!!!! NATURAL BEAUTY ROCKS!!!!

  42. Soula March 3, 2011 at 2:29 am

    My vote goes to #3 Anna Dritsas Size 16/18 Age 26

  43. Terri Slay March 3, 2011 at 2:44 am

    My vote goes to Ashley Smith! Her personality,beauty and style make her the right choice for the contest! Natural Beauty is a true gift!!!

    #35 Ashley Smith Size 12 Age 25

  44. Jessica Johnson March 3, 2011 at 3:11 am

    My vote goes out to the gorgeous #53 Samantha Ball!!

  45. Araba Dowell March 3, 2011 at 3:19 am

    My vote goes to #35 Ashley Smith of New York – she has a beauty and effervescence that appeals to all seasons. As an Ashley Stewart customer, I can totally she her representing the fine fashions that I adorn!

  46. Xochitl R March 3, 2011 at 3:25 am

    My Vote is for #53 – Samantha Ball! She’s got the personality.

  47. Jose R March 3, 2011 at 3:26 am

    My Vote is for #53 – Samantha Ball!

  48. Elizabeth D March 3, 2011 at 3:28 am

    My Vote is for #53 – Samantha Ball! Good luck

  49. Melissa March 3, 2011 at 3:29 am

    My Vote is for #53 – Samantha Ball! You go girl

  50. Terrika Barham March 3, 2011 at 3:29 am

    I vote for #35 Ashley Smith!!!!! She is beautiful, and her fresh, glamorous face deserves to shine coast to coast!!

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