Who:
Ines Pottier Bedos — @inespttr — French from Paris, France — born April 29th — 180 cm / 5’11” — she/her.

Where:
MIHA modelmanagement (Munich – mother agency), Women 360 Paris, Women Management Milan, Scoop Models (Copenhagen)

— Tell us about your hometown.
I’m from Brittany, Rennes. Well, the good thing there is the food, you will find crêpe and galettes de sarrasin, and the best dessert, which is Kouign Amann, but be careful, it’s a lot of butter! And the worst thing about Rennes is the weather.

— What’s a favorite book/movie/TV show, and why do you love it?
I really love cinema. It’s hard to choose one favorite movie cause I love many directors’ works, but I would say:
– The Fifth Element from Luc Besson, for the costumes, the humor, and the universe.
– A Woman Under the Influence by John Cassavetes. Gena Rowland’s acting is intense in this movie; I have a lot of empathy for the character.
– Virgin Suicides, by Sofia Coppola. I love this movie for the BO but also because it shows the complexity of being a teenager.
– I’m a big fan of the Alien saga and Dune, especially the one directed by David Lynch.

— Can you tell us about your happiest childhood memory?
Spending time with horses in the countryside, now I live in Paris, and that’s one of the things I miss the most.

Who:
Joe Meagher — @_joemeagher — Australian from Sydney, Australia — born October 8th — 188 cm / 6’2″ — he/him.

Where:
Priscilla’s Model Management (Sydney – mother agency)

— One thing people may be surprised to find out about you:
I’m in my third year of studying Chemical Engineering, and while most of my time is focused on it, it’s actually one of the things I talk about the least. I do really enjoy it, which makes it easier.

— How did you become a model?
A friend of mine, also a model at my agency, mentioned a shoot where they needed skateboarders in the background. He asked a few of us, and I got the call. From there, things just fell into place. My agency reached out not long after, and I joined the men’s board. The photographer for the shoot had us doing tricks over him while he filmed, it was really fun.

— What’s a favorite book/movie/TV show, and why do you love it?
Neon Genesis Evangelion is probably my favorite show. The characters are deeply intriguing, and the exploration of the idea of one’s ‘self’ is what interests me the most.

Who:
Layla Sarroy — @layla_sarroy — British/Irish from London, UK — born March 23rd — 179 cm / 5’10.5″ — she/her.

Where:
The MiLK Collective (London – mother agency)

— The most interesting thing about your family:
My great-great-grandfather was the first person to import bananas to Ireland.

— What is your biggest irrational fear?
I have a fear of dried apricots; they just creep me out.

— How did you become a model?
I was coming back from school on the tube and someone from my agency spotted me, but I had to get off. They ended up giving their information to my friend, who gave it to me, and then I called the agency.

Who:
Simon Meachin — @simon_meachin — Canadian/American from British Columbia, Canada — born September 21st — 186 cm / 6’1″ — he/him.

Where:
Richard’s International Model Management (Vancouver), MARV Mgmt (mother agency)

— Tell us about your hometown.
I live in Chilliwack, BC, Canada. Chilliwack is a small city in the Fraser Valley of BC which means we are surrounded on all sides by mountains. I love the outdoors; mountain biking, snowboarding and camping. I also like being in a bigger city, so a downside to Chilliwack is it’s about two hours away from Vancouver.

— If money wasn’t an obstacle, what would you be doing with your life?
I’m interested in a wide range of jobs and activities. I would really enjoy being a tool and die maker, doing search and rescue, or working in the armed forces. Whatever I choose, I want to be the person that other people come to for advice or help. I want to be an expert in whatever field I choose.

— Can you tell us about your happiest childhood memory?
One of my happiest childhood memories is when I was about nine years old, and my Gramps picked me up at school in his convertible XJS Jaguar. That’s probably where my love of cars started.

Who:
Wanjie Gao — @lincunjinmao — Chinese from Hebei, China — born February 14th — 187 cm / 6’1.5″ — he/him.

Where:
Premium Models (Paris), Longteng Model Management (Beijing – mother agency)

— How did you become a model?
My friends told me I should try ! I had always been very interested in the fashion industry, so I started domestic model training and successfully signed a contract with an agency.

— If money wasn’t an obstacle, what would you be doing with your life?
I would definitely travel around the world with my loved ones, enjoying the unique beauty of people and the poetry of landscapes, and trying foreign food from all over the world’cause—because I love food!

— What’s a favorite book/movie/TV show, and why do you love it?
My favorite book is “The Moon and Sixpence.” It has rich philosophical thoughts. It makes me reflect on whether my lifestyle and values are too materialistic and ignore my real inner needs. It also encourages us to pursue our dreams bravely, stick to our beliefs, and pursue them even in the face of great difficulties and challenges.

Who:
Yee Tung — @yeetsuen — Hongkonger from Hong Kong — born July 22nd — 180 cm / 5’11” — she/her.

Where:
Self Management Hong Kong (mother agency), Select Model Management Paris

— What are 3 interesting facts about you?
1. When I was little, I learnt dancing for 8 years, but now I am a volleyball player.
2. I’m studying for my second degree.
3. I love to read Japanese comics.

— Tell us about your hometown.
I come from Hong Kong, a fast-paced and busy city. Learning how to relax and be yourself is essential for everyone living in this stressful environment. It is also a multicultural city where different cultures converge, inspiring diverse ideas and creativity.

— How did you become a model?
I discovered the agency through the Instagram Explorer feature and felt a bit hesitant about whether I would be suitable as a model. After discussing it with a friend, I decided to apply and uploaded some photos to their website. To my amazement, the agency responded and scheduled an interview just a week later!