Who:
Alexander Cowper — @alex_cowper_ — British from London, UK — born September 2nd — 185 cm / 6’1″ — he/him.

Where:
Uniko Models (Barcelona – mother agency)

— Did you always envision yourself pursuing a career in modeling, or did it come as a surprise? How did you first enter the world of modeling?
It came as a surprise. I was approached in the street in London by a casting director for Maison Margiela; I was skeptical at first due to my age and wasn’t sure if they were being serious! I agreed to go to a casting for their Paris catwalk show, they liked me and that ended up being my first experience.

— If money wasn’t an obstacle, what would you be doing with your life?
The list is endless, but I’d certainly be traveling more, spending quality time with family and friends, volunteering, reading, painting & drinking coffee!

— What’s an essential part of your daily routine?
The first thing I do in the morning before anything else is make the bed, which is essential for me to start the day productively and get into a good headspace.

Who:
Francisca Almeida — @kikaa.08 — Portuguese from Braga, Portugal — born January 4th — 179 cm / 5’10.5″ — she/her.

Where:
Just Models (Lisbon – mother agency), Uno Models (Barcelona)

— Tell us about your hometown.
My hometown is Braga—a city in the north of Portugal. The best part is that due to being small, you’re highly likely to find someone you know when you go out. The worst part is not having a beach.

— What’s a story your family/friends like to tell about you?
My mother loves to remind me of how I was a very judgy kid and how I would express my not-so-kind opinions out loud to everyone, leaving her in a very awkward position… I am glad I am better at expressing my opinions now.

— The last thing you Googled:
How to do the best chocolate chip cookies

Who:
Isabel Hogervorst — @isabelhogervorst — Dutch from Gouda, The Netherlands — born March 11th — 180 cm / 5’11” — she/her.

Where:
Brave Model Management (Milan – mother agency), GIRL (Paris)

— How did you become a model?
I got scouted by my mother agency when I was 14 years old. I was on a holiday trip to Rome with my mom. I remember my mom and I were posing for one of these street artists who make funny drawings. We saw a couple passing us a few times. My mom thought this couple just wanted to see the drawing, but after half an hour, when the drawing was finished, they came up to us and scouted me. A year later, I finally convinced my mom to visit this agency, and I signed the contract at 15.

— The most interesting thing about your family:
My family and I are really outdoorsy. Since I was a baby, I’ve been skiing, rock climbing, and taking long walks in the mountains. The most crazy thing I’ve ever done with my family was going on a ski trip while sleeping in a tent. One night, it got to -20 degrees, and every morning and night, we needed to shovel the snow off of our tent. Don’t ask me how, but it was one of the best holidays I’ve ever been on.

— One thing people may be surprised to find out about you:
Two things come to mind. The first thing is that I used to play soccer for over five years . The second thing is that I started to study midwifery last year, but during the first internship, I realized it was a very lonely profession. I did experience childbirth, though. And I am still in shock :).

Who:
Matěj Čermák — @cermak.matej — Czech from Mladá Boleslav, Czechia — born March 3rd — 184 cm / 6’0.5″ — he/him.

Where:
Crush Models (Prague – mother agency), YU AGENCY (Milan)

— One thing people may be surprised to find out about you?
I spent seven years as a professional Latin American dancer before.

— Tell us about your hometown
I live in a small, charming village near Mladá Boleslav. Mladá Boleslav is a highly industrialized city, so I’m grateful for the location where I can easily escape to nature with my dog and breathe in the fresh air whenever I want. The downside is that there’s only one shop nearby. Nevertheless, I cherish this place because I have all my loved ones close by. However, sometimes I long for the excitement of a big city.

— If money wasn’t an obstacle, what would you be doing with your life?
I would pursue my passion for teaching physical education. Helping others lead healthy and active lives would be incredibly rewarding.

Who:
Saurang Sharma — @saurangsharma — Indian from Delhi, India — born December 11th — 185 cm / 6’1″ — he/him.

Where:
Anon Models (Mumbai- mother agency), KEV MGMT (New York), Storm Management (London)

— What are 3 interesting facts about you?
I adore sports, if any sports at all. That is another fascinating aspect about myself. I feel that playing new and various sports games is a terrific way to decompress and keep myself physically active. I enjoy painting and often use it as a way to unwind and express myself creatively outside of modeling. I also enjoy gaming. It’s a kind of escape for me and a great way to connect with friends online.

— An issue or cause you are passionate about:
Animal welfare is a cause that is close to my heart. I’m committed to advocating for the humane treatment of animals and working to end animal cruelty. I’ve adopted pets from shelters, support organizations that rescue and rehabilitate animals, and educate others about responsible pet ownership. The well-being of animals is important to me, and I strive to make a positive difference through both my actions and advocacy.

— What’s a story your family/friends like to tell about you?
My friends always talk about the time I fixed a friend’s car on a road trip using nothing but a few basic tools and some duct tape. It was a real MacGyver moment that saved the day.

Who:
Weiyi Fang — @magwen_14 — Chinese from Quzhou, China — born March 14th — 177 cm / 5’9.5″ — she/her.

Where:
SMG MODEL MANAGEMENT (Guangzhou), Muse Management (New York), Metropolitan / M Management / Makers (Paris)

— What’s a favorite book/movie/TV show, and why do you love it?
Camus’s The Myth of Sisyphus. Sometimes I feel so anxious. Reading this book can solve many of my ideological problems.

— One thing people may be surprised to find out about you:
I’m very good at cooking.

— Tell us about your hometown.
It is a small city with a very developed tourism industry. The mountains and rivers there are amazing, and it’s also one of my favorite places.