Miss independent
Our former Girlfriend of the Month’s  career is on the upswing and we couldn’t be prouder (and more aware of her natural Pinay gorgeousness). Between being a Cinemalaya fixture and starring in a primetime teleserye as a tribal beauty, there are lots of chances to see why Mercedes stays on this list, but let’s do a quick rundown: Intense chocolate eyes, creamy tan skin, curves in all the right places.