Cristiano Ronaldo And Alessandra Ambrosio Cover The Body Issue Of ‘GQ’ Because Both Their Bodies Are Amazing

Look at his abs. Look at her abs. My, what a beautiful pair they make.

Shirtless Cristiano Ronaldo and (probably shirtless) Alessandra Ambrosio cover the latest issue of GQ, appropriately titled “The Body Issue”. So if you’ve ever wanted to look like one of the European football league’s most famous stars, or one of the world’s hottest models, you can find out how in the new issue!

Or if you just want to stare at a really excellent photoshoot, you can do that, too.

Best of all, GQ even shared how much they photoshopped Cristiano’s abs in the cover photo you see above. Spoiler alert: he just looks like that. You can see the little slider thing they’ve created here.

And finally, before you launch the gallery and stare at some attractive folks, please enjoy this video of Cristiano juggling a soccer ball in his underwear. Need more? Check out GQ.

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Looks from the Mikael D private runway show at the Fairmont Pacific Rim

In broad terms, Canadian fashion is defined by a certain laidback, contemporary, ready-to-wear aesthetic. Mention ball gowns, and the Great White North likely won’t even register on the scale. But Mikael Derderian is out to change that. Under his eponymous label Mikael D, the French-Canadian designer produces dresses that are equal parts opulent, extravagant, and luxurious—items more typically in tune with Paris or Milan than Montreal. Dorothy’s not in Kansas anymore.

“I don’t want people’s minds to focus on a general idea of what Canadian fashion is,” Derderian says, perched on a chair in his room at the Fairmont Pacific Rim hotel, his dark hair expertly spiked. “I think everyone should have an open mind about it, and we should stop thinking that the boundaries of where you’re actually doing the collection imply that your aesthetic is a particular way.” Derderian’s dresses are a modern take on Old Hollywood glamour, with lots of sparkle, shine, and sex appeal. It’s certainly un-Canadian in the traditional sense, but what does it mean to be Canadian today, anyway? “The world is smaller than we used to have it before,” he says. “So whether you’re based in Canada, or Paris, or New York, it really doesn’t matter where your offices are, per se: it’s your presence.”

In town for a private fashion show, Derderian is honest and matter-of-fact about the state of homegrown talent. “As Canadians, it’s very weird, but we embrace the outside better than we embrace our own,” he says. “For some reason, we embrace the American culture, and we embrace the American music, and we embrace the American TV and the film, and, and, and. And we simply just deny any talent that is up-and-coming. The talent literally has to leave and make it elsewhere for us to start recognizing it. And it’s a shame.” But if “making it” elsewhere is the key to Canada’s heart, Derderian is well on his way. He regularly shows his designs in Paris and New York, and has dressed an array of celebrities, including Halle Berry, Alessandra Ambrosio, and Mariah Carey. “There’s a lot of competition on the red carpet,” says Derderian. “So to also be given that privilege to dress these people, and be in demand for these people, is a really big deal. We’re basically up there fighting with the big names, and it’s a tough fight.” But he’s got the chops, and he’s not about to apologize for it. That would be too Canadian.

Born in Beirut to a Lebanese mother and Canadian-Armenian father, Derderian grew up surrounded by clothing and fabric at his parents’ workshop, where they manufactured children’s clothing. The family moved to Montreal when he was young, constructing a varied and cultured upbringing for Derderian, who is now fluent in five languages. He earned a business and marketing degree before enrolling at LaSalle College in Montreal. In 2012 Derderian launched Pavoni with then-business partner Gianni Falcone, but rebranded as Mikael D in 2013 after the duo parted ways. Mikael D is now carried all over the world, from Asia, to Europe, to the United States, to the Middle East. Bringing things full circle, Derderian employs a workshop in Beirut—he says his birthplace gives him the same level of handcraftsmanship as Paris, but for less.

Intricacy is key, and Mikael D gowns do not shy away from commitment. Some designs require literally thousands of hours of work, and the results are not unlike a painting: from far away they are striking, but it’s equally stirring to get up close and see the individual strokes. Though Mikael D dresses come in a vast array of designs, textures, and techniques, they do have a common thread: silhouette. “I think even before we go into fabrics and finishings and embroideries, which are very important, silhouette is very important,” Derderian explains, adding that the dress should carry the wearer, not the other way around. “It’s very important that it doesn’t overpower, but rather empowers.” The gown doesn’t make the woman, but it sure helps some.

Looking forward, Derderian is focused on development, expansion, and, perhaps above all, awareness. So what does it mean to be a Canadian label? Maybe a better question is: what doesn’t it mean? “It’s breaking that element of almost a predetermined way of thinking of brands and fashion,” Derderian says of his work. “Eventually maybe we’ll have an atelier in Paris, but that doesn’t mean we’re not still Canadian.”

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She's in command! Alessandra Ambrosio steps out in saucy General costume as she attends Halloween party

When she walks into a room she normally commands the attention of all with her flawless beauty.
 
But as she slipped into her Halloween costume on Friday evening Alessandra Ambrosio demanded to be given the notice she was due as she become a General.
 
The 31-year-old spiced things up as she headed to a party with her husband Jamie Mazur in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles.
 

'Like mom like daughter': Victoria's Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio uploaded a snap of herself with her daughter before the party to Twitter on Friday evening as she attended a Halloween party in Beverly Hills 

'General Ale': Alessandra also posted a picture of herself as made her way to the venue in a car

Alessandra looked sultry in a fitted grey dress which was fashioned to look like a blazer complete with a tasseled shoulder pads and silver buttons.

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She covered her shoulder length brunette hair with a visor hat while wearing a coating of deep red lipstick and lashing of black eyeliner.
 
The mother-of-two completed her look with a pair of fishnet tights and black peep toe stilettos.
 
Ambrosio's partner Jamie chose to attend the party as a cowboy, in a denim shirt, fringed brown leather jacket, black Cuban boots and a fake mustache. 
 

Taking the lead: Alessandra looked sultry in a fitted grey dress which was fashioned to look like a blazer complete with a tasseled shoulder pads and silver buttons

In good company: The 31-year-old attended the party with her husband Jamie Mazur, who went as a cowboy

Stunning: Alessandra teamed her costume with a pair of fishnet tights and peep toe heels

Looking forward to the night ahead: The couple appeared to be in high spirits as they headed indoors

Before the Victoria's Secret model left her house, she posted several pictures of herself getting ready to her Twitter account.
 
In one snap, she is stood beside her four-year-old daughter Anja, as they play dress up.
 
Anja shows off her model potential in a pair of her mother's red heels while Alessandra hold her hands on her hips and cuts a sultry figure.
 
The caption on the image read: 'Like mom like daughter'.
 

Hat's off to her! Alessandra wore her brunette locks down as she sported a visor 

Stunning: The Brazilian beauty wowed with a coating of deep red lipstick and lashings of eyeliner

Not the first to take on the role: Kris Jenner wore the exact same costume in 2008

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Alessandra Ambrosio Flaunts Sultry Halloween Costume as a Sexy Genera

Alessandra Ambrosio showed off her enviable assets in a racy costume as she attended a Halloween party Friday night.

The 31-year-old Victoria’s Secret angel rocked her outfit as “General Ale,” wearing a fitted grey dress, a visor hat, fishnet tights and black heels unblocked2games. Her dark red lipstick and intense black eyeliner completed the sexy look.

Ambrosio attended the party in Los Angeels with her husband Jamie Mazur, who was dressed as a cowboy.

Before the Brazilian model headed out to the night’s fun, Ambrosio tweeted photos of herself with her 4-year-old daughter Anja.

“Like mom like daughter,” Ambrosio posted. In the accompanying photo, Anja slipped into a pair of her mother’s red pumps and posed next to Alessandra unblocked games online, who revealed her toned legs and ample cleavage in the sultry costume.

Recently, Ambrosio was confirmed as the one to don the much-coveted "Fantasy Bra" in the upcoming Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.

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Pictures: Stunning Victoria's Secret Model Alessandra Ambrosio's Sexy General Costume

  Celebrities attending a Halloween party in Beverly Hills, California on October 26, 2012.

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Alessandra Ambrosio was a sexy general and Jamie Mazur dressed as a cowboy. (FameFlynet Pictures)

 

Victoria's Secret Angel Alessandra Ambrosio got all dolled up and became the world's hottest general for Halloween last night. The stunning brunette stepped out with fiance Jamie Mazur at a star-studded party in Beverly Hills where she showed off her amazing figure and fun costume.

Ambrosio wore a sexy dress of sorts (that looked like a general's jacket), with an official-looking hat, and fishnet stockings. With heels, of course. She capped off the super hot outfit with bright red lips. The mom of two is going to be strutting her stuff in the Fantasy Bra at the VS fashion show in a few weeks and it looks like she's in shape and ready for that. You'd never guess that she gave birth to a son in May.

Amrbosio went to the party with her man, who was dressed as a cowboy of sorts. He wore a denim shirt, old cowboy hat, and an awesome fake mustache for the evening and even had a fake gun. What a cute couple!


Celebrities attending a Halloween party in Beverly Hills, California on October 26, 2012.

Pictured: Alessandra Ambrosio, Jamie Mazur (FameFlynet Pictures)


Celebrities attending a Halloween party in Beverly Hills, California on October 26, 2012.

Pictured: Alessandra Ambrosio, Jamie Mazur (FameFlynet Pictures)


Celebrities attending a Halloween party in Beverly Hills, California on October 26, 2012.

Pictured: Alessandra Ambrosio, Jamie Mazur (FameFlynet Pictures)


Celebrities attending a Halloween party in Beverly Hills, California on October 26, 2012.

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Party time! Alessandra Ambrosio takes daughter Anja to children's birthday bash days after walking Victoria's Secret runway

Just days ago, she was strutting down the catwalk for Victoria's Secret.

But Brazilian model Alessandra Ambrosio was back on mommy duty as she took daughter Anja to a children's birthday party in Los Angeles on Sunday.

The 34-year-old wore a grey marbled sweater over olive green leggings, which she tucked into suede boots. 

Party time: Model Alessandra Ambrosio carried two gifts as she took daughter Anja to a children's birthday party in Los Angeles on Sunday

She carried a coat over one arm and wrapped a beige scarf around her neck for the day, which was overcast and drizzly.

Alessandra pulled her long brunette hair back in a casual ponytail, and wore cats'- eye sunglasses as she led her seven-year-old daughter across the parking lot. 

The busy model is also mother to three-year-old son Noah with fiance Jamie Mazur. The couple have been engaged since 2008.

Strike a pose: Seven-year-old Anja appeared to be a budding model as well, putting her hands on hips and flashing a big smile as she hurried after her mom

Casual style: The model wore a grey sweater and olive leggings tucked into ankle boots

On Sunday, Alessandra and her daughter both appeared to be in good spirits. 

The model flashed a smile as she carried a large purple present and another gift wrapped in light blue wrapping paper. 

And Anja appeared to follow her mother's example, putting her hands on her hips and smiling broadly as she struck a pose in the parking lot.

The cute seven-year-old wore a denim jumpsuit with a pretty pink floral design on the collar.

Day out: The Brazilian beauty and her daughter both smiled as they headed to the party

The Victoria's Secrets models make no secret of the intensive regime they adhere to ahead of the show. 

So no doubt for Alessandra a Saturday night steak dinner was a welcome post-show indulgence.

The 34-year-old wrapped up for a girls' night at Maestros Steak House in Los Angeles - at the end of a busy week which saw her strutting her stuff in her underwear on the famous lingerie giant's catwalk.

Winter fashions: Alessandra Ambrosio stepped out to Maestros Steak House in Los Angeles on Saturday

The Brazilian bombshell was wearing decidedly more clothing, as she flashed her long toned legs in a split-fronted black silk parachute dress. 

A cosy-looking furry vest swamped her slim physique as she stepped out in the chilly evening air. 

Her glossy brunette locks were worn loose around her shoulders, and she showed off her a scarlet manicure and pedicure - which peeked out of some open-toed leather boots. 

Keeping covered: The 34-year-old model wrapped up for a girls' night - at the end of a busy week which saw her strutting her stuff in her underwear on the famous lingerie giant's catwalk

Demure: The Brazilian bombshell was far more covered up than Monday and Tuesday in New York - as she flashed her long toned legs in a split-fronted black silk parachute dress

Time to go: A cosy-looking furry vest swamped her slim physique on the somewhat chilly evening, which ended when she caught an Uber home

The beauty kept up her healthy routine on Sunday, however, as she dressed down for a yoga class in the city. 

With her bountiful tresses pulled into a loose bun, the star appeared to be make-up free as she carried her yoga mat, a green juice and her all-important cell-phone. 

She covered her eyes with mirrored aviators and showed off her slim form in cropped yoga pants and a mauve V-neck T-shirt by Z Supply. 

Refreshed: The beauty kept up her healthy routine on Sunday, however, as she dressed down for a yoga class in the city

Healthy routine: With her bountiful tresses pulled into a loose bun, the star appeared to be make-up free as she carried her yoga mat, a green juice and her all-important cell-phone

The 5ft 10in stunner has been part of the Victoria's Secret brand since 2004; walking her first fashion show the following year in 2005. 

Since her decade long career with the lingerie giant, she's modeled the fantasy bra twice, once in 2012 and another in 2014.

While Alessandra is mostly known for her runway walks and ad campaigns, the model is also an actress and can be seen in the film Daddy's Home, opening on Christmas - and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2.

Revealing: The 5'10 stunner wowed the Victoria's Secret catwalk on Monday and Tuesday, after being part of the brand since 2004 and walking her first fashion show for them the following year

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