Hope you can be a JUDGE this coming Binibining Pilipinas 2019 ✨👑💗 I do loooove your insights.

Warning: this will be a long-ass post. So do with that info what you will and proceed with caution. To Siera and everyone else who didn't know, Cat's victory is unique and more impressive even to us Filipinos because of the incredible, borderline obsessive-compulsive preparation behind it. Please read on and just be more amazed of this lovely woman: 1. She was the captain of the ship. She deviated from the expected tradition of picking between the 2 premiere pageant training/coaching groups in the country and opted to create her own team instead, handpicking the people who she was most comfortable working with (who did it out of love for free out of sheer passion). 2. Cat and her team approached the competition like a star athlete would prepare for the biggest game of his life. Right after she won the top title at Binibining Pilipinas last March, she wasted no time and started strategizing from there, telling Mak Tumang that she wanted her final gown to be red in honor of her mother's dream when she was 13 years old: Cat winning Miss Universe in a red gown. With the color decided, and with Cat's mom from Albay, where the most perfect cone-shaped volcano (one of the most active in the world) is located, they drew inspiration from the lava that flowed out of it. They made 5 other gowns specifically for her to select from, all drawing inspiration from Filipino culture, including the Ibong Adarna gown which also pays homage to the Mikimoto crown. 3. Like her team has said during interviews, every detail of the performance and preparation was a deliberate choice, down to the smallest details - even the lipstick shades she used were debated upon. The styling team consisted of at least 6 people who bounced ideas off of each other and helped secure native-made garments from various designers all over the country that showcased Philippine culture from which they mixed and matched and curated 50 sets of outfits. They took pics of each one and packed them with the clothes to serve as Cat's guide. As they were not given a specific itinerary of events for the pageant, they packed everything in and opted to over-prepare (7 huge suitcases + 2 smaller ones) to allow Cat options. She was also trained to do her own makeup and hairstyle (she did everything herself during the preliminary and final competitions), and the hairstylists and make-up artists would send her videos of how to execute their ideas well. Cat's arrival outfit was Thai-inspired to send a message: she was ready to welcome the foreign culture that was ready to embrace her. 4. As no detail of this preparation was accidental, and also in response to criticisms to previous representatives donning outfits that were made by foreign designers, Cat's entire journey was aimed at showcasing the best the Philippines had to offer to be expressed fashion-wise, and so her national costume was no exception. Named LuzViMinda from the 3 major island groups of the country, the backdress was inspired by the Christmas parol which is from Luzon (a nod to the Philippines having the longest and most colorful celebration of the holiday in the world); the bodysuit from Visayas, inspired by warrior body tattooes where every detail has meaning; and the hair accessories and other accessories and details features Mindanao beading and the beloved T'nalak fabric. Leading up to the competition, Cat released 3 videos to explain the inspiration for her costume, hoping to educate everyone and hype up the eventual reveal. Her poses and gestures during the performance were choreographed to emulate how some women in the country greeted their guests in the past. She did her research and actually went to the places she drew her inspiration from. The parol was supposed to light up, but unfortunately failed to. They practiced moving the backdress on just about every flooring and surface except a carpeted floor, which happened to be the case with the national costume competition venue. Still, she did her best and persevered. 5. Catriona's famed and now iconic lava walk was inspired by the movement of lava, where it would flow slowly and smoothly and then suddenly move to another direction. Hoping to make it different from the expected standard runway struts, it also incorporates elements of jazz. Practicing her slo-mo turn, Catriona, who has scoliosis, would initially end up crying in pain in her attempts to do it. But she worked through it and perfected it out of sheer determination, practicing it even during times that she wasn't feeling well (which she didn't tell her trainer). 6. Catriona co-designed her famous ear cuff that features the 3 stars and 4 out of the 8 rays of the sun present in the Philippine flag. She first did it for Binibining Pilipinas, and co-created another version for the Miss Universe coronation night. She also co-designed the drop earrings she wore during the preliminary competition, which also featured the stars and the sun. 7. Even before her pageant days, Catriona has been working with Young Focus, a charitable organization that helps children in impoverished areas in Manila. That's why answering her questions came easy, because she has lived what she said. In addition to her intellect and wit, she worked with coaches and famous interviewers to further improve her answering skills. 8. Catriona also approached the competition with a politician's mindset. She knew that even there were 94 women, she was aware that she was only competing with 15-20 candidates. She made a conscious decision to get all the design and other technical preparation elements out of the way early on and reserve the last few months to relax and focus on taking care of herself to put her in the right mindset. She knew how pacing was key; she controlled her energy, making sure she gave just enough to stand out to avoid burning out too soon. She knew that by the second week of the competition, most girls would already start to crack, and she understood when it was the perfect time to peak and show off. And she did all of this while being genuinely friendly and as fun and wacky as possible, as that is how she is in real life. I hope you learned much from this, and I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did writing it. P.S. Siera, you have got to be the most beautiful pregnant woman I have even seen, period. The baby's coming soon and God bless you and your family through this special stage in your life.

This is why Filipino fans are so protective of Cat. She brought us in her fight and dedicated her win for her countrymen. Thank you for your kind words Queen Siera 👑❤️ the Philippines loves you 💕

This is so far the most authentic and unbiased review about Ms Universe 2018. She did her research from Prelim to finals night. I like her statement saying that choosing Ms Universe is not only based on QandA but the total performance. Thanks

She's definitely not have the best body but her performance in the swimsuit and her slow-mo twirl, a refreshing sight for everyone made her phenomenal that night. From that point there's no stopping to the finish.

Even her hand gestures/dance at the National costume has meaning... those hand gestures point out Luzon, Visayas & Mindanao which comprises the whole Philippines. Even I was amazed upon learning it. ❤️🇵🇭

You can check her bottomline interview before going to Ms U pageant. It showed her skills in Q and A.☺

The national costume is now displayed in the National Historical Commission of the Philippines. :-)

And did you know that the one who put a crown in her during the Bb. Pilipinas Universe 2018 was Rachel PETERS. And the one who crown her during Miss Universe 2018 was also PETERS.

Her performance makes me cry all the time! She’s so inspiring! Goosebumps!

Hi Miss Siera. Can I suggest videos? This is about Miss Universe. 1. Reviews on Why Some Front Runners Cannot Penetrate the Semi Finalist. 2. Reviews on the Significance of being able to speak English in the pageant and as a beauty queen 3. Reviews on the Importance of Support from the Countrymen 4. Reviews on the Bashing of Contestants in Social Media 5. Reviews on The Importance of “Sash Factor” in the Miss Universe pageant 6. Reviews on the What is Happening Backstage in Preliminary and Pageant Night in Miss Universe 7. Reviews on the Truth regarding Catfights or small petty quarrels between pageant contestants 8. Reviews on the Emerging Countries in Miss Universe 9. Reviews on Life of Siera Bearchell after Miss Universe 10. Reviews on the Relevance of Pageants on Todays Society Thank you Miss Siera. I LOVE YOU!! ❤️❤️💯💯💯 A fan from Philippines 🇵🇭

Trivia: She’s the one who designed the ear cuffs she wore, and it symbolizes the Philippine Flag. 🇵🇭 💙

Hoping that the Miss Universe Organization would pick or invite you as a official judge and thats pretty cool❤️

Thank you so much Siera for the beautiful words for our ms universe.

I hope to see you as a judge this coming Miss Philippines beauty pageant. Filipinos are starting to love you because of your kind words about Catriona. Please visit the Philippines soon or after you give birth.

Siera has been so supportive of Catriona. She also said in her previous vlog that her MU experience in the Philippines was one of a kind (sort of). Lots of love 💖

she was called. was anyone surprised? i dont think so! hahahaha love it

We were in the VIP row and we knew she gonna take home the crown! Thank you for your amazing review...

Thank you madam for being a very supportive to Miss Philippines Catriona Gray,I am not trying to be bias, however,she really stood out from all the rest.,In addition, all those candidates are beautiful regardless of their nationality.,,God bless them all(Houston Texas)

Each and every step that Catriona did towards her journey to the Miss Universe crown is well thought of, evident of her and her group's passion to get the 4th crown for her beloved country. When she arrived Thailand, she was wearing a Thai inspired attire, her "Ode" and respect to the host country, Thailand. I was not surprised that she was welcomed by the locals and Filipinos residing in Thailand with so much excitement and warmth. If there's a sector among pageant fans saying that Filipinos are hyping her...well, all I can say is she deserves the hype, and the fact is, she delivered what was expected of a deserving Miss Universe.

Most Miss Universe winners are forgettable after a moment . But Catriona is ICONIC.

Thank you so much for summarising her performance!! Definitely won’t get tired watching it over and over again. The slow-mo twirl first time I've ever seen. The best one yet 👏👏👏🇵🇭👑

SALAMAT for featuring Catriona Gray again. Merry xmas & Happy New Year from all us here in the Philippines. We love you. GOD Bless on your next angel to come. May your baby be as healthy as you and as beautiful as you inside out 😘😍❤

As expected while watching miss universe 2018, catriona gray nailed every performance she had made. So proud to be a Filipino! Mabuhay Philippines!🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

Thank you for loving our Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray Miss Philippines. I know your reviews about the competition is not biased but BALANCE and FAIR to all contestants.

Love how you detailed your reaction on this.. entirely different from other reactions i've watched so far. Maybe because you've been in that kind of pageant yourself. 😘😘😘😘 Happy Holidays!

She's the NAILER. LEAVING SCHOOL AND FIRAT THING ON MY MIND IS MISS UNIVERSE. OMG CATRIONA GAVE ME UNEXPECTED

I’m still in tears when Cat announced as Miss Universe 2018. Mabuhay Pilipinas. 🇵🇭🇵🇭

You never fail to amaze us Siera Bearchell and I'm so honored to have your insights every now and then. God bless your beautiful heart and see you back here in the Philippines as we aim for a back to back win. Cheers!

great highlights :) recently she had a feature in the Philippines and her slow mo walk is called the lava walk....her coach was inspired by the movement of lava.....slow then fast....or fast then slow. I really love her ear cuffs....its a stand out...it represents the rays of the sun from the flag. all of it got meaning and its super patriotic. she and her team has done a super job on it. they really thought about it and work hard. she truly deserves it and was so prepared :)

I AM A FILIPINO, AND I'm very VERY proudddd of our beauty queens.

Im still watching this over and over and over raised to the power of 1 million.

i have loved you during your time at miss universe and i even love you more now. God bless you and your family.

Thank you so much for this awesome cover of our new Miss Universe 2018, ma'am Sierra, from the bottom of my heart. God bless and more power to you!

Thank you for all the love. I am a Filipino and when you were competing.. I was rooting for you(sorry Philippines). YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL THEN and you are beautiful now. Keep the positivity and thank you again :)

We love you Seira! Thank you for loving our beauty Queens and Thank you for loving our country even we are not that in the 1st world status. You are always welcome in the Philippines 🇵🇭 you ae one of our adopted beauty queen. ♥️👑

What made me so happy is seeing Cat finally get what she wanted-not the title or crown but the opportunity to help more people. As an only child from an Australian father and filipina mother she is sheltered, well-off and privileged but at 16 she decided to go on her own. She became a model, acquired outdoor recreation certificate and a masters in music theory in Berkeley and then she volunteered for NGO’s where she encountered the Young Focus and then she decided to join pageants. She sold her paintings and organized benefit concerts before she got on a plane to Washington for Miss World. She never stopped after losing Miss World and now she even released a song for Young Focus to which the profit will go directly to Young Focus to help them in educating the children. This woman is all about helping when she could have been a supermodel which she technically is in the Philippines because she had done TV, runway and print ad appearances. That is why so many filipinos love her, not because she is miss philippines universe or miss universe, it’s because she is genuinely kind and it’s not for show. Thank you for appreciating her Sierra:)

Awww.. you’re such a nice person, miss Sierra! I’m more proud to be a Filipino and more proud to live here in Canada too!!! I love you so much!!!!

Pretty lady with a beautiful child. Always loved your insights. Much love from the Philippines!

I'm from South Africa but miss Philippines definitely did deserve the crown

I totally agree w/ your statement in regards to the last q&a. I remember during Miss Universe 2012, Miss Philippines Janine Tugonon nailed the q&a but ended up as a 1st Runner to Olivia Culpo. Anyhow, Thank you so much this video. Happy Holiday’s and God bless queen!

She's supposed to carry that thing at her back just like a backpack during national costume but she has problem like scoliosis so it end dragging it looks awkward but she carry it with grace and poised,

we always love you siera .. thank u for the reaction from philippines.

She set the bar so high. She is not only Philippine's very best Miss Universe representative but she is also one of MU's very best winning candidate in history.

Year soon your baby girl will be miss universe contestant

one of Cat's interviews, she admitted that she was also worried a little after the top 5 q&a. like how's the judges gonna pick the top 3. coz honestly they were really the best & tough 5 of MU. Anybody, deserves the crown but, of course, Cat's overall performance made her the leading candidate.

Thanks Sierra for an excellent review of Catriona's performance. It is also worthy to note that both the Ibong Adarna (mythical bird) and Catriona have enchanting voices. Catriona being a professional singer, and she uses her talent in singing to raise funds for her worthy charitable projects. With focus on helping children get access to good education. As with her gown inspired by the Mayon Volcano....is known for its perfect cone, and is located in her home town Albay.

Catriona gray she's totally packages. Wow thank you for reaction to cat.104m filipinos behind back to cat during for her performance. She's incredible a lot...thnks sierra.. mabuhy from Philippines. .

Love Ms. Siera from the Philippines! 😻

Ms. Siera FYI, Catriona had Scoliosis, but that did not stop her from winning Ms. Universe 😊😊

Thanks Ms. #Siera for the kind words & support to our Ms. Universe 2018. Hope you'll be invited to judge in selecting our next batch of queens. 💓💗💖 from PH🇵🇭

What a performance! Gorgeous! The best Miss Universe from the Philippines indeed!

You're so well spoken omg

Thanks for this video..Sierra..i hope to see you in .Philippines..one day..love you..Merry Christmas.🎄🎄🎄

when people who watched your comments and reaction have the desire to watch more of your forth coming post.... you;re one of a kind Mrs Sierra Bearchell... God bless you and your family ... a fan here in the Philippiness

I love ur speaking voice. I actually love you since ur miss u days. I even saw u in person. I was there during ur pageant. Love u from the Philippines 🇵🇭

3:00 "I mean, was anyone surprised? I don't think so." HAHAHAHAHA, Brilliant!

React to Catriona Gray full performance of BB. Pilipinas where she won the title Miss Universe Philippines

Thanks a lot for always doing catrionas winning moment and we filipino appreciate it..we love u.

Oh Siera. Thank you for giving sharing, commenting highlights of the concluded Miss Universe2018 pageant. I just wanna point out also that the Miss Universe Organization observes you the moment you arrive at the hotel you are gonna stay at. You are observed how you interact, how you greet each other, etc... from the outings, activities you are being watched by chaperones & staff. Then comes the preliminary competition outfits, etc. Catriona Gray was prepared throughout the Miss Universe Pageant 2018.in Bangkok Thailand. Congratulations to Catriona Elisa Gray for winning Miss Universe 2018 & congratulations to Catriona Gray's team as well. I salute Catriona Gray's team & designer Mak Tumang.& for "lava walk" Carlos Buendia,Jr.& for shoes JoJo Bragais, coach for Q & A Nicole Cordoves, the list goes on & on forever. Job Well Done Guys, & Gals.etc. Bravo Catriona Gray Miss Universe 2018. Thank you Siera.

I always look forward to ur videos. U just made my day. Thanks so much! 😘😘😘

Siera, I really love all your videos so authentic without commending others opinion. We would love to see you as judge next year Binibining Pilipinas. 😊

been following her since Miss World... SHE IS FILIPINO BY BLOOD and this is how much love she has for the PHILIPPINES AND IT'S PEOPLE...

I saw on recent interview of Catriona and her team they said the red gown weight is 10 kilos and worth 1 Million Pesos and the lava walk took her 2 months of training just for the lava walk alone. She has 4 stylish, 1 trainer for catwalk and 2 trainers for her Q&A and also trained her public speech skill

Love this.. much love from Dubai😘

Eventhough Tamaryn want to win Miss Universe, she knew that Catriona will win. You can see the reactions of Tamaryn as Catriona being called during top 5 and top 3 announcement.

The moment you joined Miss U last 2016, you already are an honorary Filipina 😉 all the best to your motherhood, Siera.

And we hope you can be one of the judges for Binibining Pilipinas 2019 (Miss Philippines 2019) we love to see you😊😍

Love love love your Blog Sierra Gday from Sydney Australia, BTW Cat is half Aussie that made her more exciting!

You’re amazing Ms Canada 🇨🇦

You had been supporting her even before she won Bb. Pilipinas 😊❤️❤️❤️ I always see your comments on her IG even when Bb. Pilipinas had just started. Love you Siera

We love Catriona & we are really proud of her taking us filipinos to her fight & win the Miss Universe. Thank you for supporting her & giving a good review.

To be honest I was little worried after swimsuit competition because South Africa, Vietnam and Venezuela step up their game but I still believe Philippines will make it but then when she walked wearing that colorful red with black and yellow sparkles during the evening gown competition, she really stand out among the rest, most of the gowns are all the same this year. Top 5 Q and A all of them somehow answered the question but it wasn't very impressive. It was ok but they could have made it even better. South Africa for me was the best among the ladies but then after they answered top 3 Q and A, that's where I knew Philippines sealed the deal.

you are right sierra..happy holiday😊

I can't believe I randomly recap a video from Siera's YT channel and this video was uploaded 2 years ago today✨💗

Theres no question about the result. Shes the true winner her beauty is from inside out.

I love your objective and honest review on Catriona's Ms Universe performance. You were right about the NatCos...although I appreciate the stories and its historical value behind it plus of course her eagerness to narrate in costume form the Philippines' heritage, seeing her battling to carry it made her performance in NatCos mediocre. And yes too, despite her raving performance in the Prelims, her answer to the question during the top 5, for me lacks the conviction to the issue, which is present to almost all answers to questions thrown to her. I guess, she just played it too safe on that one, which explains her very brief answer and just used an example to allow the audience to ponder on her answer. Love you for being honest Ms. Sierra...

Mabuhay Miss Siera ❤

I love how you genuinely support our queen. I can feel the authenticity of your love to Cat huhuhu thank you so much queen 👸🏻❤️😍 So much love from the Philippines! 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

She stood out among her SILVER LININGS. 😁😁 I hope you could go to our country 🇵🇭 and be a one of the judges on Binibining Pilipinas. 😊

I'm one of those person who always wait for your prediction in the past and I've just noticed today that I haven't subscribe on your channel. 😂 Thats why I already did today and also I love how you interact to your followers and subscribers in youtube and IG account. You have a humble and big heart that capture us filipinos😍

Thank you for your love and support to catriona and philippines.

I can't resist watching your videos,even 2021 now I always watched

Thanks for the good stuff as usual i like your channel. It's the only one of its kind I've subscribed to ❤️

U look pretty ma'am Siera!

Miss philippines performances was amazing shes a phenomenal where every different countries loved her so much its fresh and new from slow mo twirl up to final top 3...

Awwe!😍 thank you for the loved and support for the PHILIPPINES 🇵🇭 #WEloveYou😍 From:🇵🇭

While watching catriona's video .I almost cried..I'm so proud being Filipino.. We are proud being FILIPINO Like Manny"s winning moment We LoVe being PInoy..

Greetings from Italy Happy Hollidays

One good thing about you, aside from honest review and soothing voice, you always take time to read comments and appreciate your supporters/followers. Hope you soon be a judge at Miss Universe

way back 2016, i was screaming for you..

I want a review of Miss Venezuela performance

Quick question... obviously winning the crown opens a lot of doors but what about the top 5 candidates, do you know how they do afterwards???

Thank you so much for reviewing her performance and also for trying to pronounce some Filipino words like "Daragang Magayon". We really appreciate it when foreigners try to pronounce or say some words in Filipino. Don't worry if it's correct or not, just hearing you made us happy.

Miss Sierra, don't you know this red gown weighs more or like 10kgs or 11kgs, imagine how heavy that is? That she just slayed it well like nothings happened. So amazing! Thank you miss Siera, all the Filipinos loves you! ❤😍👑

Merry Christmas... From: The Philippines...

Pretty preggy!😘

still can’t get over it! March 2020. Anyone??

I hope you will also do a video on past beauty queens, how the first one was held, controversies, scandals, anything about beauty pageants

You pronounced "Boy Abunda" perfectly hahaha, I love these vids, you should watch Catriona's 3 part "This is the Philippines" series on her youtube channel 'Cat'elle' featuring her inspirations for her national costume. It's really great. ☺