What must a bonafide model possess?
You need to have at least one attribute. It could be your attitude, amazing beauty, vibe, height or platinum blond hair. I’m not statuesque but I think my distinct look helped me stay relevant in the industry.
What’s your advice for wannabe and aspiring models?
To be blunt, it’s unfortunately an aesthetic industry so you have to be aesthetically pleasing to be able to make a career out of modeling. After that, everything can be learnt, even confidence, so fake it till you make it; experience is the best teacher.
How would you define your style?
I like to switch up my look every two years, especially my hair. I currently sport a very short boy cut. You need to maintain a freshness although you’re a veteran, so changing your look is really important to stay relevant.
What’s your one item that you swear by and can’t live without?
Any piece from my Michal Negrin jewellery collection and, more practically, my L’Oreal concealer.
What’s a foolproof style tip from you?
If you have great long legs, flaunt them! If I did, I’d be in Daisy Dukes everyday! But on a more pragmatic note don’t be afraid to let your personality shine in the way you dress. Who wants to look like the next cool kid in rolled up jeans, deck shoes and a checked shirt?
Famous last words…
You don’t need to follow trends to be trendy. Experiment, shock the world even, have fun and be comfortable with your own personal style. The world will respect you more for it.
