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How did you get into modeling?
Modelling wasn’t my initial plan, I originally wanted to be a fashion designer and went to college for it. I was asked by some of my mates in class to model for their final piece and I agreed. That was my first taste of modelling.
Towards the end of last year, a friend connected me with a photographer from London, that eventually introduced me to more photographers, and modelling has become this hobby for me to build. Now, I’m focused on getting my name out there, if you’re from a casting agency and you’re reading this, reach out.
What are you doing if you are not modeling?
I love being in my own bubble when i’m not doing anything. I love gaming, I am always on my playstation, mostly on Fortnite. I find time to get to the gym as well, because I work a corporate job from home mostly, I have to get out of the house some way.
I love to pole dance as well, its a very new skill of mine, but its the most fun. Its just a lot to get used to when your spinning all the time.
The most spontaneous/difficult/strange thing you’ve ever done?
The second time in my life going to a certain gay bar in London. My friend and I were asked if we want to take part in this competition where you do a strip tease and get judged by a panellist of queens. We were drunk enough so we thought why not. I got to choose the song, so I chose Bad Idea By Ariana Grande, because it felt fitting, Little did I know THE Brooklynn Hytes was the guest judge of the week. It was all very nerve wrecking, and each queen chose someone to eliminate, Brooklynn did eliminate me which was humbling. I made £40 from it so worth it in my opinion.
What’s your life motto?
Probably closed mouths don’t get fed. That’s not really a motto but its what i think to myself whenever i have doubts about something. Frankly it works and highly suggest it. In the end the worst you get in no, but most often you will find you will get what you want.
Describe your personal style – Favorite Brands/Fragrance?!
This is hard one because I go through an identity crisis with each coming season. I am always androgynous, I usually look at Vivienne Westwood when i’m trying to get style inspiration, as her clothes are just everything. I used to be a lot more gothic, and sometimes I feel like that part of me is screaming to come out.
I think clothes should be fun, trying a new style every now and then, you find new parts of yourself you never knew you had.
Fragrance, i always go for a more unisex scent, Masculine scents are too musky and feminine ones are too floral, so I like that in between. Jo Malone, Myrrh & Tonka is a go too.
What genre of music best describes you?
Pop/electronic music probably, The times i dress my best or have the most fun getting ready is going out to the clubs or for Pride. I love the way pop girlies dress. Gaga has always been my idol, and I think a lot of what I see myself as comes from what Lady Gagags puts out in the world, and I’m talking that dark and grittiness but shes also does proper really well. Everything she does basically call to me as the massive queer I am. Brat summer forever as well.
Where are your roots – The best thing about/to do in your hometown?
I’m from Caerdydd!! which is a tiny capital of Wales. Its has some pretty sights, but you can pretty much see the whole of it in a day. The Bay is the best in the summer, because it is always so lively there. For me, the queer scene in Cardiff is so vibrant and proud, I think anyone who is queer should visit Cardiff to experience the LGBTQ+ scene there. You will meet the most welcoming people.
Name one celebrity you’d like to get naughty with!
Troye Sivan, after seeing him live in 2024, I’ve been jealous of that microphone ever since Iykyk
Do you have any special Talents?
I used to be very into hairdressing, in particular creative hair colouring. I really thought for a while that hairdressing was going to be my path. It was the first thing I was good at after dropping out of school, but sometimes you just come to realise there is more out there and if you don’t try new things life will just be boring.
What is the most interesting thing online at the moment?
That woman from NYC taking over Pakistan. It’s so wholesome to watch, and actually very inspiring. Who says you can’t demand more money from the government? I hope she wins.
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