Who:

Mahany Pery, 178 cm / 5’10”, Brazilian, born June 3rd.

Why:

Super slick Sao Goncalo gal Mahany has traded Rio de Janeiro for New York, where she recently walked for Phillip Lim during her debut NYFW season. She’s an powerful presence on the runway- and while her glowering glare is gorgeous, it is Mahany’s sunny disposition and outgoing personality that keeps the clients coming back for more. This girl has gravitas!

We Asked:

What’s the most difficult thing you have ever done?
“My family and I lost our home in Brazil during the flood and for a while it was very difficult trying to rebuild but we made it through.”

What is one thing people may be surprised to find out about you?
“I love dancing and singing. So, I guess no one would probably know that growing up I wanted to be a Samba instructor.”

How and when did you become a model?
“I did a modeling contest in Brazil and I started doing some modeling but it was not until I decided to shave all my hair off that I things started to really happen for me so a little under a year ago.”

Where:

Leo Mgmt (Brazil – mother agency)
The Industry Model Management (New York)