Once upon a time, these girls walked with us through the streets of the city. Today they adorn the pages of fashionable glossy magazines. How has their life changed? How to reach the heights in the fashion world? Here are 8 sincere stories of transformation.
Ksenia Furmanova
Height Weight: 177 cm, 57 kg.
Options: 86−62−89.
Country / city of residence: Russia, Volgograd.
Why did you decide to become a model? Why is the modeling business attractive to you? The modeling business for me, first of all, is interesting for the opportunity to travel and communicate with people from different countries.
What is your idol, role model in the world of models (or show business in general)? Probably, I have no idols in the world of models. Of course, there are goals and guidelines, but they are from a different sphere.
What character traits will help you become a real model? To become a real professional in any activity, not only modeling, a person can only be helped by hard work, perseverance and the ability to present oneself correctly in society.
Do you have a lucky talisman? I don’t think it’s a talisman, but still … Every time I leave home, I take a camera with me (both on long trips, and even when I go to university or for a walk) so that all unusual and special events will always remain in my memory.
The trend of this fall, in your opinion. Badges. Cool but delicate colors in clothes and, probably, oversized jeans.
What do you like most about your appearance? Sometimes people say that my gaze can give goosebumps. So, probably eyes.
Favorite hair care product. Hair oil that makes hair smooth and well-groomed in a very short time.
Favorite facial skin care product. I consider 2 liters of water a day a panacea for everything, including for facial skin care.
How to cheer up if you haven’t got enough sleep? Morning exercises and coffee.
Who is the first person you inform about your victories, new offers? Of course, to mom.
Your favorite dish. A dish that contains seafood is already a favorite.
What did your experience in VGmodels agency give you? VGmodels agency gave me the opportunity to travel, thanks to which I decided on my future profession, as well as friends that I value very much.
Maria Gornostaeva
Growth: 177 see.
Options: 84−65−89.
Country / city of residence: the whole world.
Why did you decide to become a model? Why is the modeling business attractive to you? I studied ballet for 7 years, and when I finished I didn’t know what to do with my free time. I decided to try myself in the modeling business. This is how it all began. At the moment, in the modeling business, what attracts me most is the opportunity to travel the world.
What is your idol, role model in the world of models (or show business in general)? I have no idol.
What character traits will help you become a real model? I’m already a real model (laughs). But I would say endurance and patience help the most.
Do you have a lucky talisman? I have a hamsa chain that I wear every day.
The trend of this fall, in your opinion. As such, I have not yet seen autumn, since now I work in Santiago, Chile. It’s winter here! Favorite things are a warm scarf and Zara, an oversized jeans jacket, a sweatshirt from a vintage store.
What do you like most about your appearance? Eyes.
Favorite hair care product. Still in the process of finding a favorite hair care product.
Favorite facial skin care product. This also does not exist yet.
How to cheer up if you haven’t got enough sleep? Cup of coffee and stretch.
Who is the first person you inform about your victories, new offers? My family.
Your favorite dish? Diet Ginger Ale soda.
What did your experience in VGmodels agency give you? VGmodels gave me a good basis for working as a model and opened the door to the world of modeling, for which I am very grateful to them.
Alexandra Popova
Height Weight: 181 cm, 61 kg.
Options: I now have 84-63-92 under development, as they say there is still something to strive for, which, in fact, I do every day!
Country / city of residence: Russia, Volgograd.
Why did you decide to become a model? Why is the modeling business attractive to you? Probably every girl in her childhood wanted to become an actress / singer / model. So I was one of those who collected all the magazines with glossy pages. I could spend hours staring at pictures of beautifully dressed girls, shot against the backdrop of fabulous places around the world. I really wanted to be a model, travel to different countries / cities, be photographed in fashion magazines and participate in shows.
What is your idol, role model in the world of models (or show business in general)? No matter how trite it may sound, but this is Angelina Jolie, she has everything that should be in a girl / model: this is both internal and external beauty. She is my role model.
What character traits will help you become a real model? The world of modeling is a very difficult and sometimes even cruel business, a real model must be persistent and persistently go towards the goal.
The trend of this fall, in your opinion. Most of the trends of past years have taken pride of place in the 2016-2017 designer collections and have brought some kind of touch to modern trends. I think that every fashionista this fall should have a mid-knee skirt, high-waisted pants and (for later autumn) a sweater dress that is combined with tight tights and leggings will be relevant.
What do you like most about your appearance? As for my appearance: I love myself! I believe that it is very important for a girl to like herself. And, of course, there are all sorts of secrets to maintain beauty.
Favorite hair care product. I like to use different masks and oils for my hair. One of my favorites is Gliss Kur’s Serum + Deep Recovery.
Favorite facial skin care product. My preference is alcohol-free tonics that include green tea (one of my favorites is the “clean line”).
How to cheer up if you haven’t got enough sleep? In the modeling field, it often happens that you need to wake up early and go to bed very late. But you always need to look fresh and blooming, even if you slept for 3 hours. In such cases, only coffee and a cold shower save me.
Who is the first person you inform about your victories, new offers? I am always in a hurry to inform my family and my boyfriend first of all, because only they will really support!
What did your experience in VGmodels agency give you? Experience in VGmodels gave me a lot of acquaintances with wonderful people, the ability to present myself correctly to others and, of course, a lot of positive emotions. For this I am sincerely grateful to my agency.
Daria Sayapina
Height Weight: 172 cm, 50 kg.
Options: 78−58−88.
Country / city of residence: Russia, Volgograd (Switzerland, Zurich).
Why did you decide to become a model? Why is the modeling business attractive to you? I turned to VGmodels for the skills of a beautiful gait, and already at the agency I was noticed by the director. This is how my career began. In the modeling business, I am attracted by the possibilities of new acquaintances, self-development in many areas. The competition and the high demands of the agencies build character well, I like that.
What is your idol, role model in the world of models (or show business in general)? Audrey Hepburn has always been and remains my role model. The woman is talented, undeniably beautiful, charismatic, strong. She is endowed not only with the manners of a queen, but also with a big heart, as can be seen from her biography.
What character traits will help you become a real model? I would not bet on character. You can achieve anything with only desire and passion for your work.
Do you have a lucky talisman? I have a talisman. I made it myself, as it is – it will remain my sercret.
The trend of this fall, in your opinion. To my shame, I don’t really follow the trends in the fashion world. To answer this question, I would have to ask Google, which would be unfair.
What do you like most about your appearance? I take care of my hair a lot because I love it. I also love my smile.
Favorite hair care product. Not using a hair dryer or iron is the best way to protect your hair. And from cosmetics I really like products from Moroccanoil and solid shampoos from LUSH.
Favorite facial skin care product. Effaclar H series by La Roche Posay and a tomato-shaped mask by Tony Moly.
How to cheer up if you haven’t got enough sleep? Charging for 15 minutes helps me, or if I have more time left, a run.
Who is the first person you inform about your victories, new offers? First of all, I always share with my mom.
Your favorite dish. Avocado on rye bread, seasoned with black salt.
What did your experience in VGmodels agency give you? Be patient and believe in yourself no matter what happens.
The final of the “Model of the Year” competition will take place on October 29, 2016 at the Aquarelle shopping and entertainment center.
Ekaterina Sergeeva
Height Weight: 178 cm, 53 kg.
Options: 84−60−90.
Country / city of residence: USA, New York.
Why did you decide to become a model? Why is the modeling business attractive to you? I didn’t decide, rather, my mother did it for me. She introduced me to VGmodels when I was 13 years old. And I was attracted by the opportunity to travel and learn about other cultures.
What is your idol, role model in the world of models (or show business in general)? Perhaps there is only one and always the only Dautzen Cruz.
What character traits will help you become a real model? Artistry. But it was revealed over time. I used to be very shy.
Do you have some kind of lucky talisman? Sagittarius positive mood!
The trend of this fall, in your opinion. I stick to the classics. She will always be in trend! Long black coat, black turtleneck and navy jeans!
What do you like most about your appearance? I love myself all, but I will highlight my eyes. I love people with blue eyes.
Favorite hair care product. I love Bumble & Bumble Hair Milk.
Favorite facial skin care product. And here, probably, I can not say anything. My skin is not demanding. The main thing is to wash off the makeup from the face well after work.
How to cheer up if you haven’t got enough sleep? Coffee! Or green tea!
Who is the first person you inform about your victories, new offers? Well, of course, to my beloved mother.
Your favorite dish. Salmon Tartar.
What did your experience in VGmodels agency give you? Gait (it was not in vain that they drove us for hours on heels) and confidence on the podium, when thousands of eyes are looking at you.
Diana Slabunova
Growth: 177 cm, weight: 49 kg.
Options: 76−58−88.
Country / city of residence: Russia, Volgograd.
Why did you decide to become a model? Why is the modeling business attractive to you? When I was 10, my parents asked if I wanted to become a model. I fired up with this desire, came with my parents to the casting, and remained in the VGmodels agency. The modeling business is like a separate planet in complete chaos. Eternal movement, filming, castings, shows, travels, new acquaintances around the world … all this is a modeling business that is impossible not to fall in love with.
What is your idol, role model in the world of models (or show business in general)? I don’t have any idols that I would like to imitate, because I think you need to be individual and not try to be like someone. But still, I admire Christina Romanova, who reached great heights in the modeling business and started, like me, at the VGmodels agency.
What character traits will help you become a real model? Patience, willpower, openness in communication and, of course, self-confidence.
Do you have a lucky talisman? Yes, this is a small toy sheep that cheers me up in difficult times.
The trend of this fall, in your opinion. Classic trousers, a cozy jumper and a straight cut coat – simple, stylish and comfortable.
What do you like most about your appearance? A bit hard to say, but I think it’s the eyes.
Favorite hair care product. Garnier Fructis, oil elixir. It repairs and protects hair from damage.
Favorite facial skin care product. I use NIVEA.
How to cheer up if you haven’t got enough sleep? I take a cool shower, it helps me to cheer up.
Who is the first person you inform about your victories, new offers? To parents. They always support me in everything, I am very grateful to them for that!
Your favorite dish. I love Italian cuisine! One of my favorite dishes is lasagna.
What did your experience in VGmodels agency give you? A lot of things! Firstly, thanks to this agency, I became a model, I work abroad under contracts, defile and shoot catalogs and magazines. Secondly, VGmodels gave me the opportunity to meet interesting people, make new acquaintances, travel, visit amazing places, engage in self-development, self-improvement. And thirdly, I found a second family, the VGmodels family, to whom I am very grateful for everything they have done for me.
Alexandra Tsibizova
Height Weight: 178 cm, 51 kg.
Options: 78−59−86.
Country / city of residence: Russia, Volgograd.
Why did you decide to become a model? Why is the modeling business attractive to you? In fact, I purposefully went to this, studied at the VGmodels school of models, but I never thought that everything would turn out like this. That I will travel around countries and work as a model almost all my time, and come to my hometown – just stay for a couple of weeks.
What is your idol, role model in the world of models (or show business in general)? I admire the success and beauty of many models, but I don’t want to create idols for myself.
What character traits will help you become a real model? A very important quality in our profession is resistance to stress, because, believe me, we have enough stress. This is work in different weather conditions, or, for example, something went wrong a couple of minutes before the show, etc. You must always adapt to all situations and do your job perfectly. Also, to cope with huge competition, you should never lose faith in yourself.
Do you have a lucky talisman? Honestly, no, I don’t tie my luck to objects or anything like that. But whenever I see 11:11 on the clock, I make a wish and believe that it must be fulfilled.
The trend of this fall, in your opinion. I am very glad that leather things do not go out of fashion, as I consider them insanely stylish, and I have a huge number of them in my wardrobe. And also I fell in love with dark cherry color and am starting to replenish stocks of this color.
What do you like most about your appearance? I am very self-critical of my appearance, and it is easier for me to say what traits I like in another person. But many people say that I have beautiful eyes.
Favorite hair care product. I believe that nothing can be better than natural oils to help your hair. So I often put on coconut or argon oil at night.
Favorite facial skin care product. In terms of facial skin, I was lucky, my skin is not picky and the usual moisturizers and micellar water are enough to keep my skin healthy.
How to cheer up if you haven’t got enough sleep? Here is the answer to this question, I would also like to know. But cool showers and coffee sometimes work.
Who is the first person you inform about your victories, new offers? I, of course, immediately tell my parents and sister. Although they do not particularly like my profession, because I am constantly absent from Russia and I would like to spend more time with them, it is from my family that I receive tremendous support.
Your favorite dish. I can not resist a variety of pastries.
What did your experience in VGmodels agency give you? Working at VGmodels completely prepared me for this job. This is, from the technical side, the ability to work in front of the camera and fashion shows, and ending with how to cope with emotional problems that you may have.
Olesya Vasilieva
Height Weight: 173 cm, 52 kg.
Options: 80−60−88.
Country / city of residence: Russia, Volgograd.
Why did you decide to become a model? Why is the modeling business attractive to you? I got into the agency quite by accident, but after learning what it means to be a model, I fell in love with this profession. The modeling business attracts me with a huge number of new acquaintances and communication. And, of course, the ability to travel around the world. This is the job I love!
What is your idol, role model in the world of models (or show business in general)? I have no idol in the world of models. But there are several models whose work I really like. For example, Sarah Sapmayo, Alessandra Ambrosio and the incomparable Kate Moss.
What character traits will help you become a real model? Confidence and positive thinking.
Do you have some kind of lucky talisman? Not yet.
The trend of this fall, in your opinion. These are oversized clothes, pastel colors and midi skirts.
What do you like most about your appearance? It seems to me that the most attractive and beautiful in appearance is the eyes. After all, they can not only fall in love with themselves, but also tell a lot.
Favorite hair care product. All kinds of oils.
Favorite facial skin care product. Fresh air and no makeup on weekdays.
How to cheer up if you haven’t got enough sleep? Play your favorite song and have a coffee.
Who is the first person you inform about your victories, new offers? Parents and closest friends.
Your favorite dish? Seafood, lots of seafood. I love everything: from fish to mussels.
What did your experience in VGmodels agency give you? VGmodels gave me a lot. First, the knowledge that the agency’s mentors passed on to us. This knowledge helps, not only in modeling, but also in everyday life. Secondly, it is the ability to travel under contracts. It is very interesting and unforgettable. Thirdly, these are the friends I met here. And in conclusion, this is a job that we, all models, love so much. Huge thanks to VGmodels for this.
The final of the “Model of the Year” competition will take place on October 29, 2016 at the Aquarelle shopping and entertainment center.