So, here are my official predictions for Miss Universe 2015, down to the order of places. Unfortunately, Ireland and Italy have yet to crown their contestants for this year so I won't be including them in this. Also, some countries withdrew this year such as T&T, Ethiopia, Egypt, Switzerland, and few more.
Second Row (L-R): Great Britain, Spain, Dominican Republic, France, Australia
Bottom Row (L-R): Finland, Ecuador, Japan, Paraguay, Sweden
Analysis
Mexico: Wendolly Wendy Esparza is a total knockout. She looks so high fashion, and when I think "Miss Universe", I think Wendy Esparza. Plus, Latin American countries have accounted for 22 Miss Universe winners -- not a shy number, and Mexico has had a total of 2. Nonetheless, it would ironic if she won, since Mexico had initially pulled out of this year's competition due to Donald Trump, but re-entered once he sold MUO to WME/IMG.
Japan: I have her in the top 15. Her unique look is going to make her stand out, it's not often that you see a biracial competitor from an Asian country. Plus, she has faced much criticism from the media and has a great story to share.
Dominican Republic: I picked her to make the top 10 for two reasons. One, because I am a little biased, the DR is my family's home country. But two, Clarissa. I think Clarissa is so beautiful and one of the best representatives the Dominican Republic has seen.
Venezuela: Venezuela is one of those countries who is always top of the top. They must put something in their water. from 1983-2003 Venezuela had a streak and placed as semi-finalists or higher. Overall, Venezuela has had 7 Miss Universe winners. I wouldn't be surprised if Mariana Jimenez took it all the way and won, I think at a minimum she will be top 5.