Change for me is always a good thing. If at first it’s not accepted, coming to terms with change is something that is inevitable. Besides the little life lesson those words could give, my Model Profile column will now be “Model Of The Moment”. I know that’s nothing major, but I just felt as though I should officially mention it. I initially chose Model Profile because it’s the simplest thing, but it’s honestly so used!
Anyway, I got the opportunity to talk to someone whom I first discovered on the Daily Duo of Models.com. Graham Scaife is his name, and his perfect looks were more than recognizable. Standing 6 feet tall, the New Moston, Manchester native is certainly off to a good start in the industry. At a shocking age of 17, Graham has been so far signed to Boss Model Management, as well as Nevs Models London. Apart from me almost passing out when he mentioned his age, I was glad to see that at such a young age, he had his goals as his focus, especially his education at Hopwood Hall College.
How old are you, and where are you from?
I am 17 and I’m from New Moston, Manchester.
17? Okay, now I feel old! Haha. How did your career as a model begin?
Haha! I started my career walking through Manchester. I got asked to model for MIX-D modeling competition, which is a competition for mix-race people. I felt a bit silly in front of my friends, but I took a few pictures anyway and I ended up making it to the top 10 boys! I went on to win the competition which got me a contract with Boss Model Management.
Did you always want to become a model?
NO! Not at all! I’m not big-headed, I never looked in the mirror and thought that I was fit and should become a model. I actually took the pictures thinking nothing would come out of it, but I’m the type of person to take opportunities when they come my way and modeling is a fantastic opportunity.
What do you consider so far as your biggest life achievement?
Oooo this is a hard one… I would say modeling at London Fashion week was my biggest achievement so far. That was the first time I really got noticed in modeling and the feeling I got from seeing myself in newspapers was truly AMAZING!
What about your challenges? Have you had any in the industry?
My biggest challenge in the industry is trying to balance college and modeling together. This year it’s been really hard because only a few months ago I was not earning any money from modeling, since I didn’t have many pictures in my portfolio, so I had to go back and forth from London on the coach while I was in college three days a week. That was horrible! I was spending 13 hours on the coach in one day, and that was every time I went up. But I enjoy the experience of London and I got great pictures back.
I for one think that you would be a great Givenchy model. Are you interested in working with any particular designer labels or magazines?
I would love to model for Givenchy! I have high ambitions in modeling, so I aim to work for all the top designers and magazines. I don’t see the point in doing something if you’re not going to try to make the most of it.
How did you feel about your appearance in GQ Style?
When I first found out, I didn’t even know what GQ was. I wasn’t much of a magazine guy, but when I got told how big it was, I was in shock and at the same time, honored. I just thought I better not do anything stupid to mess it up.
How do you feel about London’s upcoming menswear fashion week Spring/Summer 13?
I can’t wait for it! I’m going down to London to cast so I will hopefully get a few shows.
Great! I know you will get some for sure! So my last question: what are a few things you enjoy doing, and things you treasure the most?
I really enjoy playing football. I represented Manchester for 2 years playing against other cities around England and now I just play for fun with a local team of friends. If I had to say what I treasure most it would have to be my money. I’m really tight with it. I organize how to spend every penny and make it last as long as possible. I even try to con my mum to get more money out of her, but it doesn’t work, because she’s worse than me. Opps! I hope she doesn’t see this. Haha!
Born and raised in the city of Lagos, in Nigeria, Remi Alade-Chester is certainly on my “Ones to Watch” list. Living in his hometown til the age of eleven, at which point he migrated to California with his immediate family, Remi began a new life on his continuous journey to success. Standing at 6’1, the power-house model with his sculpted physique, flawless skin and a striking face, makes a bold statement.
Dudley may not be the biggest model the world, but as said by Models.com, he is definitely ‘One to Watch.’ With a stunning facial structure, a great physique and a striking pair of eyes, the London born model who stands at 6 feet tall, is in the running to become something greater than he probably thinks. Signed with NEXT Model Management in London, Dudley, like another Rob Evans of the model world, is an Olympic boxer, and has thus far been quite successful in his sporting career. No stranger to London Fashion Week, Dudley has walked for Jean-Pierre Braganza, as well as for Courtney Mc at the Royal College of Art Masters show. Appearing in a spread with David Gandy, he has also been a face for Stone Island and Fred Perry. Gladly, I got the opportunity to chat with Dudley about his pass successes, and also his future to come. With his first words being, “Your blog is wicked!” I was more than appreciative of his humble character, charming demeanor and fun personality.
After not doing a Model Profile interview in quite some time, I decided to get back to the drawing board, and target some of my favorite model friends, and top models in the industry.
Popularly known for his exclusive appearance on the Spring 2011 runway of fashion house Givenchy, rocking the life out of their leopard print menswear skirt, Robert James Evans is said to be the next up and coming male supermodel. Wholeheartedly, I agree with this statement, and I definitely believe that Rob’s flawless and well structured face and body will be appearing much more on tons of magazine spreads and on the runways of many major designer labels. After one look at this man, whom standing at 6’3″, having a chest of 42″, a neck of 16″ and a size 32 waist, one cannot forget his striking looks and not far from perfect physique which is incomparable to any other. Born in Banbury, Oxfordshire, Rob Evans as he is informally known is 23 years old and is an avid boxer and a champion to many. “While boxing in my local gym in Banbury, like I do everyday”, he said, “someone came to me and said that they would like to shoot me, cause they think I could become a model.” Of course he said yes, and he is now off to being the supermodel that he was destined to be. With his kind spirit, amazing look and cool English accent, he continues to grace the pages of many fashion blogs and shoot with prominent photographers like Tarrice Love and more recently Joseph Bleu. Between this Fall/Winter season and last Spring 2011 season, he has been seen walking in both the shows of Givenchy and in S/S of Jeremy Scott. Currently represented by
