The first season of Caribbean's Next Top Model, a Caribbean reality television show, premiered on February 18, 2013. It features a number of aspiring models from the entire Caribbean region, who compete for a chance to begin their career in the modelling industry.
On November 15, 2012, the contestants of the first season were revealed. For reasons not specified, the show stopped airing temporarily after episode 8. The season resumed with the last three episodes of the series, beginning with episode 9, under its regular schedule on May 20, 2013.
The winner of the competition was 22-year-old Treveen Stewart from the Cayman Islands. As her prizes, she received a $50,000 spokesperson contract with B Mobile, a modeling contract with Factor Women, as well as an appearance on the cover and an accompanying spread in Caribbean Belle magazine.
Contestants
(ages stated are at start of contest) CountryContestantAgeFinishPlace Trinidad and Tobago Rachel John 20Episode 212 (quit) Trinidad and Tobago Semoy De Four2211 Guadeloupe Ashley Anselm 19Episode 310 Trinidad and Tobago Sheriza Ali 23Episode 49 The Bahamas Kendra Beneby 23Episode 58 Jamaica Lisa Wallace 26Episode 6 7 Barbados Sedia Jackman 19 6 Trinidad and Tobago Athaliah Samuel 23Episode 75 Jamaica Trudy-Lee Collins 21Episode 84-3 Trinidad and Tobago Susan Chin 23 Curaçao Stephany Francisca 22Episode 102 Cayman Islands Treveen Stewart 221
Episodes Episode 1 First aired February 18, 2013
Eliminated: Anna-Rosa Banfield, Candace Skeete, Davia Chambers, Jenelle Hollingsworth, Julianna James, Kim-Marrie Alexander, Lisa Wallace, Maranda John-Smart, Ornella Bynoe, Tinnitia Griffith, Treicy Forchue & Xiea Hull
Episode 2 First aired February 25, 2013
In the second episode of Caribbean's Next Top Model, viewers witnessed an unexpected twist as Rachel opted to leave the competition. She was substituted by Jamaican Lisa Wallace.
Quit: Rachel John Replacement: Lisa Wallace
The contestants learned that they would be competing in a military themed 'model' bootcamp. For the first challenge, CNTM judge Richard Young announced that there would be a 'pose off'. At Young's demand, the 11 finalists squared off to pose as 'dancehall queens', 'it girls' and 'business executives'. In the end, Sedia won the challenge for best 'femme fatale' pose, as well as a call home curtesy of Bmobile.
Reward challenge winner: Sedia Jackman
Back at bootcamp, emotions ran wild with Sheriza getting picked on and Semoy feeling homesick. As the competition continued, Helen Pipins, creative director, introduced the models to their next challenge – a pose off photo shoot in pairs photographed by David Wears at the Chaguaramas Military Museum in Trinidad.
Later, at the judges table, Trudy won the photo shoot challenge for her strong poses and fluid movement. In addition, Semoy was eliminated as the judges felt she didn't want to be there.
First call-out: Trudy-Lee Collins Bottom two: Lisa Wallace & Semoy De Four Eliminated: Semoy De Four
Episode 3 First aired March 4, 2013
This week on Caribbean's Next Top Model, the competition began as the ten finalists met up with Crystal Cunningham (the face of Chi) and guest judge and fashion designer, Sparrow, who introduced the girls to their first personal style challenge. With the help of Chi products, the girls were given ten minutes to put a look together that best conveyed their individual fashion. Although some of the models were spot on, Lisa won for her portrayal of 'punk' style.
Reward challenge winner: Lisa Wallace
Next, it was makeover time! In the third episode, the model hopefuls endured extreme cuts, edgy hair colouring, dramatic blow outs and unveiled their new looks, all courtesy of the Chi salon in Trinidad. After seeing their new hairstyles for the first time, some of the girls like Sedia loved their new looks, while others like Treveen and Trudy had a hard time with a serious lack of locks. Ultimately, everyone got a chance to show off their new do's in a photo shoot. The result – a group of girls one step closer to being a Top Model!
Later, the contestants met with the judges for the deliberation of the "Wake Up, No Makeup" challenge. Although Treveen was having trouble accepting her new transformation, her determination to rock her new look paid off as the judges first pick. In the end, Wendy called Ashley and Kendra forward as the two bottom finalists. The judges felt that Kendra needed to become more comfortable with her make over and decided to give her a chance to improve, while Ashley was eliminated for her lack of versatility.
First call-out: Treveen Stewart Bottom two: Ashley Anselm & Kendra Beneby Eliminated: Ashley Anselm
Episode 4 First aired March 11, 2013
In the fourth episode of Caribbean's Next Top Model the girls were warned that this week, they'd have to put their best foot forward. In the first challenge, the model hopefuls were given the chance to show off their best catwalk with runway expert Murrien Mitchell, and guest judge and model, Dominique Armorer. After a little coaching, the girls were given the task of walking the runway and staying focused and fierce. In the end, Kendra won the challenge – a great comeback after being in the bottom two during the last elimination.
Reward challenge winner: Kendra Beneby
Back at their new model apartment, moods were tested as Athaliah's aggressive personality began to become somewhat troublesome for the other girls. Also, the idea of being far away from loved ones back home was beginning to take a toll on Sheriza, as she confessed to holding back during the competition.
All drama aside, next it was time for the Carnival themed photo shoot. At the following challenge, Helen Pipins, creative director and judge greeted the finalists and introduced them to photographer, Kerron Riley, and Monique Nobrega, the Creative Director of Tribe. The girls were instructed to use tactics from the first challenge to focus while also capturing the spirit of Carnival while dressed in the elaborate costumery by Tribe.
Model Carvinal Character Athaliah Warrior Princess of the Ezumi Clan Kendra The Spirit of Thailand Lisa The Spirit of South Beach Sedia The Spirit of Ibiza Sheriza The Spirit of Cancun Stephany Roman Warrior Susan The Spirit of Santorini Treveen The Spirit of Las Vegas Trudy-Lee Calypso
At deliberation, the judges went through the final shots and commented on the girls poise and conviction. Treveen was once again chosen as the judges top pick for her amazing image and great interaction with the camera. In the bottom two, Kendra was called forth once again for not being conscious of her posing while Sheriza was sent home because the judges felt that she was removed and not comfortable in her challenges.
First call-out: Treveen Stewart Bottom two: Kendra Beneby & Sheriza Ali Eliminated: Sheriza Ali
Episode 5 First aired March 18, 2013
This week comfort levels were tested to an extreme. To begin, the model hopefuls were given the chance to find their center with the help of guest judge and yogi Rachel Guillen in preparation for the episode activities. Later, Pedro Virgil introduced the girls to their first challenge – a track race up Lady Chancellor Hill to a photo shoot; where the contestants would have to line up for an impromptu photo shoot challenge featuring Blue Waters taken within five frames. Although Lisa won the race, Pedro chose Treveen as the challenge winner for her zen-like poses.
Reward challenge winner: Treveen Stewart
Back at the model apartment, conflicts continued to brew between Athaliah and Lisa. Treveen took center stage again as rumors built on suspicion of her body defects began to circulate.
At the final challenge Helen Pipins and guest photographer, Marvin Bartley, led the girls to bare their all in a nude photo shoot. At deliberation, the judges went through the contestants final images to choose their "magnificent 7" and commented that overall, it was a strong week for the girls. Stephany was chosen as the finalist with the best photo imagery and composition, but only seven could continue. For the third time in a row, Kendra was left in the bottom two along with Susan. Both were critiqued for a lack of consistency and for Kendra, her chances were up and she was sent home.
First call-out: Stephany Francisca Bottom two: Kendra Beneby & Susan Chin Eliminated: Kendra Beneby
Episode 6 First aired March 25, 2013
The competition began as the girls met up with stylist, fashion designer and image consultant, Peter Elias, who informed them that they would be going on their first go-sees equipped with a map and a Samsung Galaxy tab, courtesy of Bmobile. The finalists met with Trinidad and Tobago's premiere fashion designers Nigel Eastman, Heather Jones, Shaun Griffith-Perez and Kaj, and gave their best impressions to gain all of the designers' favour. As the girls returned to the model apartment, they were met by celebrity judge, Wendy Fitzwilliam and Elias, who shocked them with a surprise elimination. Lisa was sent home for not creating a lasting impression with the designer.
Reward challenge winner: Stephany Francisca Eliminated outside of judging panel: Lisa Wallace
The remaining Top Model hopefuls were off to their photo shoot challenge with Helen Pipins, photographer – Calvin French, and some gorgeous male models. The theme throughout the shoot was Amerindian influenced and French made sure to intimidate the girls to evoke the indigenous people of the Caribbean.
At deliberation, the competition was tough as Wendy commented that everyone had made considerable growth in the competition. However, only five of the finalists could continue on to compete to be on top. The judges chose Trudy-Lee as the best photo of the week and Sedia and Stephany were the bottom two. For Sedia, the judges felt that there was inconsistency in her images and in Stephany's case, there was a consensus that it looked like she was trying too hard to pose in her photos. Sedia was eliminated and left everyone with a final bow and good-bye.
First call-out: Trudy-Lee Collins Bottom two: Sedia Jackman & Stephany Francisca Eliminated: Sedia Jackman
Episode 7 First aired April 1, 2013
The competition began as the finalists were introduced to the art of acting. With the help of guest judge, actor and music producer, Bryce Wilson, their first challenge forced the girls to act outside of the box. The contestants were given the chance to do a character study and try their best to play their roles. Some of the girls had trouble with the exercise and others, like Athaliah, managed to be surprisingly convincing. Ultimately, Treveen won the challenge for nailing the character of a vulnerable person in love.
Reward challenge winner: Treveen Stewart
Back at the model apartment, emotions continued to run wild. As the competition's effect on the girls' morale impacts their performance, the model hopefuls are finding out that their friendships with each other can be both fragile and temporary.
Later, the finalists met up with Helen Pipins who informed the girls that their final challenge would involve acting on a live commercial set for CHI Ceramic Nail Lacquer directed by Danielle Dieffenthaller. For this task, the models would have to utilize their experience with Wilson and be convincing and inspiring as ambassadors for CHI's brand. They also had to memorize and recite a script that would prove to be more difficult than the girls had anticipated.