Playing Favorites

Hundreds were pared down to 20, down to 15 and now eight. The judges made their choices, and now it's time for readers to choose their favorites in the third annual image Model Search. Voting online for favorites begins today.

Each week, we'll show you photos of the remaining contestants in headshots, casual, business casual, formal and swimsuit looks. And the man and woman with the fewest votes will be eliminated. On Dec. 12, the final three men and women will walk the runway at Fashion Show mall for a chance to win the contest.

The winner of the image Model Search receives a photo spread in image, a contract with Best Agency, a professional modeling assignment representing Planet Hollywood Resort, a ZED card with pictures taken by Jerry Metellus, $1,500 cash and gift certificates from the Review-Journal, Amp Salon, Dillard's and Michael E. Minden Jewelry.

Be sure to visit lvrj.com and click on fashion to find photos of the contestants and cast your vote for your favorites. In the meantime, we've asked the judges to offer their thoughts on each contestant's look.

Contact Image Editor Susan Stapleton at sstapleton@reviewjournal.com or (702) 387-2909.

PHOTOS BY JERRY METELLUS