Model to Watch Archives | Wonderland https://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/tag/model-to-watch/ Wonderland is an international, independently published magazine offering a unique perspective on the best new and established talent across all popular culture: fashion, film, music and art. Wed, 19 Aug 2015 12:21:11 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.1 Model To Watch: Teresa Oman /2015/08/14/model-watch-teresa-oman/ Fri, 14 Aug 2015 11:44:13 +0000 http://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/?p=54691 Meet new face Teresa Oman. Here, she talks about her wild side, dream dresses and her undying love for Austin Powers.  (Left): Top by SANDRO, skirt by DOLORES HAZE, ring by BROOKE CAMPBELL, boots by OHLIN/D. (Right): Sweater by VINTAGE DAVID BRETT by JAMES VELORIA, shorts by VINTAGE by JAMES VELORIA, bodysuit by DAISY AND […]

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Meet new face Teresa Oman. Here, she talks about her wild side, dream dresses and her undying love for Austin Powers.

 teresa 1(Left): Top by SANDRO, skirt by DOLORES HAZE, ring by BROOKE CAMPBELL, boots by OHLIN/D.

(Right): Sweater by VINTAGE DAVID BRETT by JAMES VELORIA, shorts by VINTAGE by JAMES VELORIA, bodysuit by DAISY AND ELIZABETH, ring by BROOKE CAMPBELL, shoes by OHLIN/D.

How were you scouted?

I was scouted by a local label called Spell in my hometown of Byron bay. I was walking to the beach and they asked me if I wanted to do a shoot for them. I thought it sounded like a fun idea, and after that I finished high school and was picked up by an agency in Sydney.

Whats been your favourite moment so far as a model?

Doing loops and flips in an old fashioned open top two-seater plane for a shoot in Budapest! That was surreal.

Whos your ultimate model pin-up?

Anja Konstantinova. She has the most strikingly unique beauty inside and out. I’ve always looked up to her as a model, and now we are super good friends.

Have you ever been shot in a piece you wanted to take home? We love the sphere pink earrings from your Seascapeshoot!

All the time! I love getting to play dress up at work. Not long ago I got to wear this fantastic Valentino rainbow dress.

For @stylemeromy in that amazing Valentino dress !!!!! @priscillasmodels

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Your Insta is so lush and green, were appreciating the foliage. Where would be your dream wild holiday?

Thank you. I absolutely love the outdoors, and definitely like to upload a pic that’s easy on the eye. Right now, I’m dying to go back to India. Also the Andaman Islands off the coast of India, where elephants swim freely in the beautiful turquoise oceans!

And youve got so many snaps of furry friends! If you were an animal, what would you be?

I think I would be a Wallaby, an Aussie one. I’m always hopping all over the joint.

Your Miu Miu glittery sunglasses are gorgeous! Whats one piece of clothing you couldn’t live without?

I love those groovy glasses, I had them in red and then had to get them again in lilac! The item that comes with me everywhere is a vintage denim jacket I bought in Portland years ago. It’s got rainbow embroidery and beading all over it! I like to think of it as my lucky jacket.

Your Shining twins costume is incredible. Whats your favourite film?

I was very proud of my best friend and I when we managed to pull those costumes off a day before Halloween! We actually bought those dresses from a kid’s department store in Brooklyn. However, my favourite film is Austin Powers – I just can’t decide which one. The costume design on all of those films just makes me want to dress like I’m going to a 1969 disco every day!

Youve posted about Bluesfest a couple of times, did you enjoy it? Whos your favourite band?

Bluesfest Byron Bay is an absolute must. My parents work super hard all year around to put it on and it is growing bigger and bigger by the year. I’ve now attended 17 out of nearly 22 years of being on this earth – lucky me! My favourite band to listen to at the moment is Tame Impala. Their new album is brilliant!

 

teresa 3(Left): Top by CALIE DEL MAR.

(Right): Underdress by CARLEEN, dress by VEDA, blazer by SANDRO, boots by OHLIN/D.

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(Left): Dress by VEDA, top by CARLEEN, boots by OHLIN/D.

(Right): Tank top and blouse by SANDRO, pants by VINTAGE YOHJI YAMAMOTO by JAMES VELORIA, boots by OHLIN/D.

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Dress by VEDA, necklace by BROOKE CAMPBELL.

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(Left): Top by VINTAGE DRIES VAN NOTEN by JAMES VELORIA, denim by ETRE CECILE, coat by CHARLES YOUSEFF, boots by OHLIN/D.

(Right): Dress by VEDA, blouse by VINTAGE JEAN PAUL GAULTIER by JAMES VELORIA, necklace by BROOKE CAMPBELL, boots by OHLIN/D.

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(Left): Top and skirt by CALIE DEL MAR, boots by OHLIN/D.

(Right): Sweater by VINTAGE DAVID BRETT by JAMES VELORIA.

 

Photographer: Lotus Josephine

Stylist: Caitlan Hickey

Make-up: Juliet Jane

Hair: Mirna Jose

Model: Teresa Oman @ Supreme

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Model to Watch: Ellie /2015/08/13/model-watch-ellie/ Thu, 13 Aug 2015 10:33:30 +0000 http://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/?p=54593 Get to know Elite girl Ellie Leith as we pin her as one to watch after travelling the world and shooting for mammoth brands All Saints and Urban Outfitters. Jumper by MAISON SCOTCH How were you scouted? I was scouted by Jakub at Latitude festival last summer. I signed with Elite London and Jakub the photographer […]

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Get to know Elite girl Ellie Leith as we pin her as one to watch after travelling the world and shooting for mammoth brands All Saints and Urban Outfitters.

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Jumper by MAISON SCOTCH

How were you scouted?

I was scouted by Jakub at Latitude festival last summer. I signed with Elite London and Jakub the photographer of this shoot is my mother agent. He looks out for me like a big brother!

You’ve walked at LFW, where might people have seen you before?

So far I’ve also done shoots for All Saints, Hunger Magazine and Urban Outfitters.

What’s been your highlight as a model so far?

Working with passionate and interesting people is definitely the biggest highlight. Also, I have been able to travel and experience different cultures first hand, something I find fascinating.

Do you have a dream designer/photographer/brand you’d love to work with?

I love the work of Peter Lindbergh, he captures so much emotion beautifully in his work.

Did you want to be a model growing up?

I never even considered it until I was scouted! I was planning on studying anthropology at university once I finished sixth form.

Have you just finished your exams? Congrats if so! What have you done this summer?

Yes thank you. I loved sixth form but I’m so happy to have finished, I get my results very soon! So far I’ve gone on holiday with my family and then with friends. And I’ve been lucky enough to travel to Los Angeles, Miami and Buenos Aires for modelling!

You seem to have been travelling loads, where’s your favourite place in the world?

Despite travelling to so many places lately, my favourite place in the world is still London, I feel so at home there, it’s where I was born and live today.

Have you ever had any model mishaps?

I tripped on a wire at a casting once, funnily enough I didn’t get to walk for that designer!

Who’s your ultimate model pin-up?

It has to be a Karlie Kloss, I’m a huge fan of her philanthropic work, I hope to do the same in the future.

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T-shirt and jeans by BEYOND RETRO and boots by UNDERGROUND

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Top by YR STORE X TOPMAN and shorts by THIS IS A LOVE SONG

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Jumper by MAISON SCOTCH and bra by LA PERLA

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Top by YR STORE X TOPMAN

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Dress by UNIF

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Dress by SAMSOE SAMSOE and tights (worn as top) by WOLFORD

Photographer: Jakub Koziel

Stylist: Dasha Kova

Hair and Make Up: Patrizia Lio using BUMBLE & BUMBLE and BOBBI BROWN

Model: Ellie Leith @ Elite London

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Model To Watch: Sofia Fanego /2015/06/25/model-watch-sofia-fanego/ Thu, 25 Jun 2015 13:30:34 +0000 http://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/?p=52507 She’s a country girl at heart and grew up on a farm. When not walking for the likes of Vivienne Westwood she likes to play the piano.  Sofia wears button down shirt by LOZ FELIZ, jeans by ZARA, vintage scarf, lurex T-shirt by ISABEL MARANT and black boots by SAINT LAURENT. Wonderland: Hi Sofia, so […]

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She’s a country girl at heart and grew up on a farm. When not walking for the likes of Vivienne Westwood she likes to play the piano.

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 Sofia wears button down shirt by LOZ FELIZ, jeans by ZARA, vintage scarf, lurex T-shirt by ISABEL MARANT and black boots by SAINT LAURENT.

Wonderland: Hi Sofia, so how were you scouted?

Sofia: In an exhibition in Buenos Aires in Argentina.

W: What’s your favourite part of modelling?

S: Travelling and meeting interesting people from different cultures.

W: What was it like growing up on a farm?

S: I felt like an avatar, I need nature, fresh air, grass and wonderful colours to survive because I was born in it!

W: You’re currently based in Paris, but if you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?

S: This is my moment to try and live in different cities but I would like to to live somewhere by the beautiful sea, where I could enjoy the sunrise and sunset every day.

W: When you were younger you did a lot of classical dancing, would you have liked to have been a dancer if you weren’t scouted?

S: Maybe, I also play the piano and I like cinema too, so I have many projects I could do.

W: You’ve done a lot of editorial work but if you could pick your favourite shoot, which would it be and why?

S: Every shoot that that I’ve done is different. I feel different emotions, have a cool teams and they always give me something to make me happy and learn more about m self. I’ve really enjoyed all of them, it would be impossible to choose only one.

W:What’s been your favourite show to walk in to date?

S: I am in love with some designers who transmit a moment, a situation where something happens. I am so proud to have been able to share moments with Vivienne Westwood and Yohji Yamamoto, they are icons and more than just big designers.

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Sofia wears black sequin top by FREE PEOPLE, jewellery STYLIST’S OWN

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Sofia wears vintage fringed jacket from BEYOND RETRO, zip skirt by SANDRO, stripped top by PLEATS PLEASE by ISSEY MIYAKE, jewellery and black choker STYLIST’S OWN

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Sofia wears PLEATS PLEASE top by ISSEY MIYAKE and black knickers by BODAS

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Sofia wears white shirt by EQUIPMENT, vintage kimono from BLITZ and jewellery STYLIST’S OWN

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Sofia wears Sofia wears button down shirt by LOZ FELIZ, jeans by ZARA, vintage scarf, lurex T-shirt by ISABEL MARANT and jewellery STYLIST’S OWN

Photographer: Patricia Ruiz del Portal

Art direction: Patricia Ruiz del Portal

Styling: Esperanza de la Fuente

Mua: Sophia Bermudez

Model: Sofia Fanego at Silent Models and Supa Models

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Model To Watch: Matilda /2015/06/10/model-to-watch-matilda/ Wed, 10 Jun 2015 10:35:47 +0000 http://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/?p=50629 When Matilda Lowther isn’t opening shows for Burberry, she studies sculpture in London and rides her pet horse, Rushy, across the Lake District’s hills. Matilda wears red cotton wool jumper by MIU MIU, red and blue sash STYLIST’S OWN, red embellished tinsel crown by ED MARLER, gold watches all by RIVER ISLAND and gold rings […]

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When Matilda Lowther isn’t opening shows for Burberry, she studies sculpture in London and rides her pet horse, Rushy, across the Lake District’s hills.

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Matilda wears red cotton wool jumper by MIU MIU, red and blue sash STYLIST’S OWN, red embellished tinsel crown by ED MARLER, gold watches all by RIVER ISLAND and gold rings STYLIST’S OWN

Taken from the Summer Fashion Issue of Wonderland.

Wonderland: Hi Matilda. When were you scouted?
Matilda: I was scouted by my agency Select Models on a school trip with my art class when I was 17.

W: You study art now, right? Which medium do you work with?
M: Yes I’m currently in the middle of an art foundation course at City and Guilds, which I love. I’m studying sculpture, which has been really interesting, and also really physically testing – I sometimes find myself hammering wood in a workshop at 9am having been to a fashion event the night before. It’s like I have an alter ego. It’s great.

W: Who are your favourite artists?
M: At the moment, Karla Black and Eva Hesse.

W: What about photographers?
M: It would probably be Irving Penn and David Hockney.

W: So tell us, have you ever had any memorable model mishaps?
M: SO MANY model mishaps – getting stuck in a giant plastic bubble outfit is pretty up there.

W: It sounds it! What’s your all-time favourite fashion show?
M: It has always been and will always be Burberry. They represent a lot for me and have given me the most amazing opportunities.

W: Is Burberry your favourite designer too? M: Burberry, along with Acne and Chanel.

W: What’s the best item in your wardrobe?

M: Probably my bright red Christopher Kane biker jacket or Chloe studded boots.

W: So what would you be if you weren’t a model?
M: If I wasn’t a model, I might take up wild swimming and write a book about it.

W: Yeah, Instagram tells us you can scuba dive, what other sports or activities do you partake in?
M: I’ve recently become a certified diver (I’m pretty proud of that one). I’m a sports freak. I run, high jump, horse ride, play hockey, ski, water ski and my next big mission is to crack surfing (so far not so good).

W: So how do you spend the perfect day off?
M: Usually when I’m not modeling I’ll be in my art college. But my ideal day off would definitely be spent riding my horse on the hills at home in the Lake District.

W: Do you have your own horse?
M: Yes, he’s called Rushy, he’s a babe. I miss him!

W: Tell us a secret about yourself…
M: Big secret… I once crashed a wedding with my friend. Not a good move. I’m also ridiculously superstitious.

W: You’re a Cancer right? What are your best and worst Cancer traits?
M: Best Cancer traits (I hope) that I have are creativity and faithfulness. Worst, overemotional (worryingly true).

W: Okay, last one. If you had to soundtrack your life with one song, what would it be?
M: The soundtrack to my life is forever changing, but maybe “Little Bitty Pretty One” by Thurston Harris and the Sharps. It’s a corker.

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Danny wears grey silk polka dot and leopard robe, leopard print silk boxers and light blue cotton trousers all by ED MARLER and gold rings and necklace STYLIST’S OWN

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Matilda wears gold embellished tinsel crown by ED MARLER, brown floral print chiffon blouse, brown snakeskin coat and skirt, by GIVENCHY BY RICCARDO TISCI and black lace tights by JONATHAN ASHTON at MYTIGHTS

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Danny wears black wool embroidered flat cap by ED MARLER, black cotton suit jacket and trousers both by PAUL SMITH, white cotton shirt by MARGARET HOWELL, gold watches by RIVER ISLAND and gold rings STYLIST’S OWN

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Matilda wears red cotton wool jumper by MIU MIU, red and blue sash STYLIST’S OWN, gold watches all by RIVER ISLAND, silver hoop earrings and gold rings STYLIST’S OWN

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Matilda wears brown fur leopard print coat by BURBERRY PRORSUM, orange cotton scarf by ED MARLER, gold watches by RIVER ISLAND, black lace tights by JONATHAN ASHTON at MYTIGHTS and black leather mules by ASHLEY WILLIAMS

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Rob wears navy embellished flat cap, light brown shearling coat and blue cotton scarf both all by ED MARLER, black cotton suit jacket by PAUL SMITH, white cotton shirt by MARGARET HOWELL and gold rings and necklaces STYLIST’S OWN

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Matilda wears silver embellished tinsel crown by ED MARLER

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Black cotton dress and black and white nylon body, jewelled choker all by GIVENCHY BY RICCARDO TISCI, gold watches by RIVER ISLAND and gold rings STYLIST’S OWN

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Grey wool embellished flat cap and orange cotton scarf both by ED MARLER, yellow floral silk shirt, green wool jumper, brown leather coat, grey cotton patterned socks and black heeled clogs all by PRADA and gold watches by RIVER ISLAND

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Grey wool embellished flatcap by ED MARLER, black chiffon shirt by SAINT LAURENT BY HEIDI SLIMANE and cream and black wool shirt by CHANEL

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Brown fur leopard print coat by COACH, red sequinned dress by MOSCHINO, black lace tights by JONATHAN ASHTON at MYTIGHTS and black leather mules by ASHLEY WILLIAMS

 Photographer: James White

Fashion Editor: Matthew Josephs

Make up: Daniel Sallstom using CHANEL S 2015 and CHANEL BODY EXCELLENCE

Hair: Roku Roppongi at Saint Luke using KIEHL’S SINCE 1851

Fashion Assistants: Toni-Blaze Ibekwe, Abi Hazard and Hakan Demiray

Photo Assistant: Benedikt Frank

Make up assistant: Thuy Le

Lighting: Pro Lighting

Casting: Bella at Star & Co

Models: Matilda Lowther at Select, Rob at Select and Danny B at D1

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Model To Watch: Martha Rose /2015/06/03/model-watch-martha-rose/ Wed, 03 Jun 2015 09:24:39 +0000 http://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/?p=50820 We catch up with another new face at Select, Martha Rose and bond over Leo Di Caprio and mermaid hair. Leather trousers by HIDE, leather jacket by PERFECTO BY SCHOTT and vest by VOLCOM. How old are you? 16, I turn 17 June 23rd 🙂 How were you scouted? Walking down Camden High Street with […]

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We catch up with another new face at Select, Martha Rose and bond over Leo Di Caprio and mermaid hair.

Martha @ Select (15)

Leather trousers by HIDE, leather jacket by PERFECTO BY SCHOTT and vest by VOLCOM.

How old are you?

16, I turn 17 June 23rd 🙂

How were you scouted?

Walking down Camden High Street with my friends when I was 13, Hannah one of my bookers came up to me and started talking to me about Select and that I should come in to see them. After that, I realised it was the same agency my mum was with and also my dad at the end of his career! I was due to go in a see them in the next year or so, it was pure coincidence.

Where are you from?

Wimbledon, London. #wimbledonmassive

What’s been your favourite moment as a model so far?

I’ve just shot something exciting, which I cant say! But also working with great make up artists like Lisa Eldridge and Pat McGrath has been amazing.

Has there ever been a piece you’ve worn for a shoot you wished you could take home?

Yes, they were high waisted baby pink woollen mom pants that fitted me perfectly, and a short candy striped crop top, it was my ideal outfit.

You’re always posting pictures of vinyls, do you collect? Is there a dream record you wish you owned?

Yes I do collect. Although my family already has most the records I could ever wish for. We’ve owned a record player for as long as I can remember. We have everything from Michael Jackson to Barrington Levy, Fleetwood Mac to Mr Fingers.

You’re going to Tokyo in June! Any plans?

Work as hard as I can! Enjoy my experience…. Try all the food that’s available!

We’ve seen your snaps of your pink and purple hair, what’s your best hair tip?

To make your hair super smooth, especially when I had mine coloured to mermaid hair, everyday soak it I’m coconut oil to keep it hydrated naturally and it feels so lush.

There’s lots of Leo Di Caprio love on your insta, who’s your ultimate crush?

LEONARDIO DICAPRIO of course! He is perfect! I loved him in every movie especially the beach! I thought him and Gisele made a beautiful couple.

Who’s your ultimate model pin-up?

I’d have to say Gemma Ward or Lara Stone.. Such amazing women and great inspirations!

Martha @ Select (4)

Sleeveless jacket by MAISON SCOTCH, shirt and jeans by K.O.I., top by Vans and boots by CAT.

Martha @ Select (9)

Crop top by AMERICAN APPAREL, leather jacket by PERFECTO BY SCHOTT, leather trousers by MAJE and necklace model’s own.

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Top by 3.1 PHILLIP LIM.

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Leather trousers by HIDE, leather jacket by PERFECTO BY SCHOTT and vest by VOLCOM.

Martha @ Select (16)

Leather Jacket by PERFECTO BY SCHOTT, sleeveless denim jacket by 3.1 PHILLIP LIM, leather shorts by HIDE and tee by UNIQLO.

Photographer: Sophie Mayanne

Stylist: Kitty Cowell

Hair and Makeup: Erin Kristensen using MAC

Photography Assistant: Kristen Wheeler

Styling Assistant: Nasplasha

Model: Martha Rose Redding @ Select

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Model to Watch: Sophie /2015/06/02/model-watch-sophie/ Tue, 02 Jun 2015 11:01:36 +0000 http://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/?p=50829 Come and meet new face at Select, Sophie. We chat 1D, Marques’Almeida and American road trips. Two piece by CATS BROTHERS and shirt by FELT. How old are you? Just turned 18, WOO! How were you scouted? Last December, I was minding my own business out shopping when Select approached me. Where are you from? […]

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Come and meet new face at Select, Sophie. We chat 1D, Marques’Almeida and American road trips.

Sophie @ Select (1)

Two piece by CATS BROTHERS and shirt by FELT.

How old are you?

Just turned 18, WOO!

How were you scouted?

Last December, I was minding my own business out shopping when Select approached me.

Where are you from?

#Essex!

You’ve walked for Marques’Almeida! Were you nervous?

I was more excited than nervous, but as soon as I got on the runway, the whole vibe was amazing! I love shows!

What would be your dream show to walk in?

Definitely Calvin Klein or Dior!

You’ve just learnt to drive, congrats! Where would you take us on a road trip?

Somewhere hot, maybe a tour across America!

We’ve seen your shots from 1D’s concert last year on your insta, who’s your fave member?

Oooh it’s got to be Harry!! What a dream boat!

Have you ever had any model mishaps?

Not yet, thankfully! I’ve only been modelling 6 months so maybe one Is waiting round the corner.

Who’s your ultimate model pin-up?

Eliza Cummings or Sam Rollinson, such babes! #selectrepresent

What would you do if you weren’t a model?

I studied makeup at college before I was scouted, so I would probably be doing that!

Sophie @ Select (6)

Top and trousers by LIBERTINE LIBERTINE, roll neck top by SAMSOE SAMSOE and shoes by PALLADIUM.

Sophie @ Select (9)

Top by CATS BROTHERS, trousers by FOLK and shoes by JUJU.

Sophie @ Select (10)

Trousers by LIBERTINE LIBERTINE, top by CLAUDIE PIERLOT, jacket by MAISON SCOTCH and shoes by VANS.

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Jumper by CATS BROTHERS.

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Jumper by LIBERTINE LIBERTINE.

Sophie @ Select (18)

Two piece by CATS BROTHERS and shirt by FELT.

Photographer: Sophie Mayanne

Stylist: Kitty Cowell

Hair and Makeup: Erin Kristensen using MAC

Photography Assistant: Kristen Wheeler

Styling Assistant: Leila Afghan

Model: Sophie O’Neale @ Select

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Model to Watch: Leah /2015/05/29/model-watch-leah/ Fri, 29 May 2015 12:40:50 +0000 http://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/?p=50714 We meet new face at Select, Leah Miller and talk Gucci love and getting lost in the big smoke. Hat by BURTON, tee by VANS, trousers by FELDT and trainers by GARMENT PROJECTS. How old are you? 16. How were you scouted? Out shopping by the coolest guy (my booker), Levi. Where are you from? […]

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We meet new face at Select, Leah Miller and talk Gucci love and getting lost in the big smoke.

Leah @ Select (1)

Hat by BURTON, tee by VANS, trousers by FELDT and trainers by GARMENT PROJECTS.

How old are you?

16.

How were you scouted?

Out shopping by the coolest guy (my booker), Levi.

Where are you from?

Kettering, Northamptonshire.

What was your first shoot like? 

Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, it felt really strange at first to have my hair and make-up done and then of course when the first photos were taken it was so surreal all eyes were on me, so I was really nervous, but eventually I calmed down and had a blast!

Have you ever had any model mishaps?

None to date but maybe just getting lost in London trying to find a casting and often I have to ring my mum while she’s at work to help me out. Lol!

You’ve done some tennis training with Judy Murray! Are you any good, reckon you could beat us in a match?

Haha yeah I guess I’m quite good and we will have to see about that!

What else do you like to do with your spare time?

I like to play netball too, chill with my friends and there’s nothing like sitting down and watching a good film.

What’s been your favourite moment as a model to date?

Probably walking for Marques Almeida during LFW, It was my first show, kinda scary at first but I loved the thrill and adrenaline.

You were the star of our trends shoot for the Spring Fashion Issue, which was your favourite look?

I really loved the brown suede Gucci coat and the Gucci python heels #head2toeGucci.

What would be your dream show to walk in?

Marc Jacobs or Alexander Wang in New York, either Burberry or Topshop in London, and definitely Saint Laurent or Balenciaga in Paris!

Leah @ Select (2)

Tee by LIBERTINE LIBERTINE and shorts by CLAUDIE PIERLOT.

Leah @ Select (5)

Tee by CLAUDIE PIERLOT, culottes and jacket by FOLK and trainers by VANS.

Leah @ Select (9)

Top by THIS IS WELCOME, shirt by LIBERTINE LIBERTINE, dungarees by VANS and hat by WILDFANG.

Leah @ Select (15)

Hat by FELDT, shirt and trousers by DIORALOP and trainers by GARMENT PROJECTS.

Leah @ Select (17)

Photographer: Sophie Mayanne

Stylist: Kitty Cowell

Hair and Makeup: Erin Kristensen using MAC

Photographer’s Assistant: Kristen Wheeler

Stylist’s Assistant: Jess Gavigan

Model: Leah Milligan @ Select

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Model To Watch: Crystal /2015/05/26/model-watch-crystal/ Tue, 26 May 2015 12:46:47 +0000 http://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/?p=50354 Maxwell Clements and Clifford Jago introduce us to Crystal, Select’s new model to watch. Latex cow print playsuit CUSTOM MADE, blue customised jumper by AMERICAN APPAREL How old are you? I’m 21 years old. Where are you from? I’m from Trinidad and Tobago. Do you have any siblings? I have 2 half brothers and a half sister. […]

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Maxwell Clements and Clifford Jago introduce us to Crystal, Select’s new model to watch.image3

Latex cow print playsuit CUSTOM MADE, blue customised jumper by AMERICAN APPAREL

How old are you?

I’m 21 years old.

Where are you from?

I’m from Trinidad and Tobago.

Do you have any siblings?

I have 2 half brothers and a half sister.

How were you scouted?

I was at a fashion show in Trinidad at one of the secondary schools there. They put on a fashion show annually to raise funds for their school and my best friend wanted me to come model with her (I refused over and over until she convinced me) and my agent approached me and told me that I should enter his competition (which had already started 2 weeks ago) and I ended up winning!

Did you always want to be a model?

No, not really. In Trinidad beauty pageants were more of an ‘in’ thing than modelling in general, and a lot of people even today don’t know that there’s a huge difference between pageantry and modelling. I always refused to do anything of that sort, but now I’m glad I went along with it when it happened because now I love modelling.

Where’s been the best place you’ve been so far?

Maybe I’m just biased when it comes to my home but the best place I’ve been to so far is Tobago. My first time going there was actually only last November and it’s so beautiful and relaxing! I had an amazing time there with some great friends of mine.

Have you had any model mishaps?

I haven’t had any major mishaps, but just little things like my shoe slipping off on the runway, and one time one of the lighting equipment exploded while I was on set. No one got hurt of course, but a compilation of those little things definitely makes the day more interesting.

What’s been your favourite show you’ve been in so far?

My favourite thus far has been Tom Ford. Even from when I first met him at the casting to the evening of the show he was super nice and polite, and the atmosphere at the show was unlike any other, so amazing and sophisticated!

Who’s your favourite designer at the moment?

It’s so hard for me to choose, because as a person I’m not just one way. I love different designers for different reasons, however I am loving Olivier Rousteing and what he is doing at Balmain right now.

What’s your favourite food?

Hands down it would be pasta. I never get tired of that. I’m actually about to have some right now lol.

What do you do in your time off?

I just like to take that down time to do stuff with my mother or my friends, like enjoying the day, or shopping. Just simple things that allow me to have quality time with people I love when I’m not running around like a headless chicken!

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

I don’t SEE myself anywhere in 10 years. I’ve come to learn a long time ago that seeing oneself doing a specific thing at an estimated time period in their life doesn’t make too much sense. Of course it’s necessary to have goals and ambition but sometimes we’re so focused on that one thing that we completely miss something else that may have been better for us or could have been our true destiny.

But, by then I would have liked to have a beauty campaign under my belt, hopefully some fun cool commercials and I would like to be at that level in my career where my card goes up on the board for a job before I even get to the casting because I’ve been around working with different people and I’ve created a such a good reputation for myself that clients look forward to meeting me!

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Coat by BARBOUR, pink shirt by MARC JACOBS, scarf STYLIST’S OWN

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Sweatshirt  by ADIDAS

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Jumper by J.W.ANDERSON, custom headpiece by Jago

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Hooded sweatshirt by American Apparel

 

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Jumper by FRUIT OF THE LOOM, Mac headpiece by APPLE

Photographer: Maxwell Clements
Stylist: Clifford JAGO
Model: Crystal @ Select

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Model To Watch: Christopher McCrory /2015/03/19/model-watch-christopher-mccrory/ Thu, 19 Mar 2015 13:50:08 +0000 http://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/?p=47256 Tequila, festivals and Parisian anecdotes, we get to know Christopher McCrory from SUPA. How did you become a model?  It’s actually a funny story, haha. I was at a festival and had just been sick all over the floor when a scout called Nikki Sheldon came up to me and asked if I wanted to […]

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Tequila, festivals and Parisian anecdotes, we get to know Christopher McCrory from SUPA.

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How did you become a model? 

It’s actually a funny story, haha. I was at a festival and had just been sick all over the floor when a scout called Nikki Sheldon came up to me and asked if I wanted to be a model.. and… here I am.

How would you describe your style? 

Neo Mancunian industrialist meets goth. Joking… I don’t know. I’m just me. I’ll wear what’s closest to my bed In the morning.

What’s been your favourite moment working so far?

Probably when I went to Paris. When I arrived the first thing I saw was a drunk guy masturbating waiting for the tube. I knew then I was going to have fun. I hadn’t been before and it was really nice, the architecture, churches, galleries, it’s a beautiful city.

You’re a photographer too –  what do you enjoy taking photos of most? 

I like to take photos of everything, life, raw emotion or the physical form. I tend to base most of my shoots around intimacy, sexuality, relationships and other relatable themes.

What else do you like to do in your spare time? 

Spare time? In London? Haha! I’m a bit of a workaholic so If I do have spare time it’s spent with friends, taking photos, drinking tequila, having a laugh and the occasional last min holiday.

We’ve been looking at your Insta – you went to see Die Antwoord recently! Who else are you into?

Ah yes! Die Antwoord are pretty amazing. I’m going to Miami to see them at Ultra Festival too. My music taste is so broad it can vary from la dispute and metal to trance, bashment, rap, r&b the list continues.. I’m all over the place with my taste! I love music.

If you were making a playlist what would your top three tracks be?

Ooosh. Ermm tough one.. my ATM top 3 is:

Die Antwoord – “Never Le Nkemise”

Azealia Banks – “Desperado”

Skrillex and Diplo – “Where Are Ü Now (feat. Justin Bieber)”

If you were going to take us on a night out in London, where would we go? 

Probably around East or Shoreditch? There’s loads of bars and lots going on. Tequila?

If you could be anyone else for the day who would you be? 

I’m quite happy being myself. Maybe a richer version?

If you were an emoji which one would you be?  

The bomb.

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 Hat by ALPINESTARS, Jumper by VILLIAN, Trousers by PUMA, Flip flops by ALPINESTARS

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Tee by DUCK AND COVER, Shirt by ASHLEY MARCH HOVEL, Trousers by GABICCI, Shoes by DR MARTIN

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 Tee by CRYSTALE, Jeans by TOPMAN, Jacket by VINTAGE

Photography: Sophie Mayanne

Styling: Kitty Cowell

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Model to Watch: Marieke /2014/12/24/model-watch-marieke/ Wed, 24 Dec 2014 12:08:17 +0000 http://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/?p=41920 A new face at Profile, we talk to Marieke about foam parties, her scholarly pursuits and Bridget Jones. Top SELF PORTRAIT, Trousers ARIES Where were you scouted? It’s actually quite embarrassing… I was at boarding school, and each summer there’s a big tennis competition between the different boarding school students in Hunstanton. At the end […]

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A new face at Profile, we talk to Marieke about foam parties, her scholarly pursuits and Bridget Jones. Marieke

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Where were you scouted?

It’s actually quite embarrassing… I was at boarding school, and each summer there’s a big tennis competition between the different boarding school students in Hunstanton. At the end of the week, there’s a huge, really cheesy and quite awkward foam party that everyone goes to… there was a scout at the entrance who approached me and asked me if I fancied being a model. I was 15 at the time.

You’re horse-riding in your Instagram picture, would you say you’re a country girl or a city girl?

I was brought up in Leicestershire, among the trees and fields and learnt to ride at a young age. I spent my childhood running about outside with my sister. Nowadays I’m much more of a city girl: I love the hustle and bustle of the city, and I adore always being busy. There’s something to see, something to do, somewhere to go at all times – you don’t get that in the countryside.

Lots of pretty pink cocktails photos too, if you were going to take us out for a drink, where would we go?

My favourite place is Raymond Blanc’s brasserie in Covent Garden. I discovered it on a school Drama trip with my best friends 2 years ago, and now whenever we’re all in London together, we go there for drinks. Their food is also amazing!! I also love the Kensington Roof Gardens; I had a shoot there once and have been back a couple of times since!

You’ve been on holiday to Greece this year, where’s your idea of paradise?

Lounging on the beach getting a tan, with an exciting book, good company and many swims in the sea. My book-reading isn’t necessarily very intellectual (I had enough of that at school!): I’ve just finished reading all the Bridget Jones books and have read every Dan Brown book during my various holidays.

You’ve just finished school, did you always want to be a model or are you planning on doing anything else?

I love modelling to bits, and I’m also quite academic. I’m lucky to have received a scholarship to Leeds University next year to study International Business, which I’m really looking forward to. I want to go into the business side of fashion later on in life so that I can carry on using the amazing opportunities and experiences that I’ve been given through modelling!

What’s been your favourite shoot or show to work on so far?

I’ve been extraordinarily lucky to have worked with some big names in fashion. That said, I think the most fun I’ve ever had on a shoot was when I was shooting lingerie in Hampstead Heath. I spent the day running around practically naked, with an amazing team who were stood on watch in case someone creepy-looking came along… we’d then hear our secret word shouted across the heath. Unfortunately, our word turned out to be ‘sausages’, which isn’t the best thing to be shouted out in Hampstead Heath if it lives up to its reputation!!!

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Sweatshirt ASHISH, Shorts M MISSONI

Photography: Danny Baldwin

Hair: Danny Defreitas

Make-up Artist: Violet Zeng, using MAC

Stylist: Dasha Kova.

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