Who:
Alejandra Ojeda — @alejandraojedadp — Spanish from El Vendrell, Spain — born August 15th — 185 cm / 6’1″ — she/her.

Where:
Le Troch Management (Barcelona – mother agency)

— How did you become a model?
No one ever came knocking on my door to ask me if I wanted to be a model. I know that’s what I am. I love fashion and beauty, and cameras give me confidence. They make me who I am and the woman I’ve always dreamed of being.

— Share a bit about your background and upbringing.
I was born into a single-parent family where my mother acted as both mother and father. When I was born, my mother was stripped of custody for mental health reasons, but she regained custody. She raised me alone and taught me that in this life, if you lose your way, you’ve lost everything.

— What’s the scariest thing you’ve ever done?
The scariest thing I’ve ever done is not letting out who I was for many years.

Who:
David Berkenheger — @davidberkenheger — German from Osnabrück, Germany — born January 6th — 184 cm / 6’0.5″ — he/him.

Where:
MINT Artist Management (Berlin), 16PARIS, CREW Model Management (Milan)

— One thing people may be surprised to find out about you:
I really love acting and have even once had two roles in a theatrical performance. I enjoy being in front of an audience, and even though it scares me every time, I think that’s exactly what makes it so exciting.

— Can you tell us about your happiest childhood memory?
After watching the World Cup in the evening, all the kids from the street gathered on the street to play football together. Everyone felt like they were playing in the World Cup themselves, feeling like Ronaldo or Messi. After scoring a goal, I celebrated like I won the World Cup on my own.

— The most interesting thing about your family:
In my family, almost every boy starts out with super curly blond hair, but around the age of 5-6, it mysteriously changes to brown. This happened to me, my brother, my father, and so on—and it seems like it’s a family tradition.

Who:
Ines Saidane — @insdn_ — French/Algerian from Paris, France — born July 13th — 175 cm / 5’9″ — she/her.

Where:
MAG-Model Agent Group (Kufstein – mother agency), Marilyn Agency (Paris), d’management group (Milan), Women Management LA (Los Angeles), ANT Management (Dubai)

— One thing people may be surprised to find out about you:
I’m obsessed with Spider-Man and video games. I’ve played every Spider-Man game that ever came out, I know the storylines better than some comic book fans :)

— The most interesting thing about your family:
My grandparents lived through the Algerian war, and their stories, even the ones left untold, are a big part of who I am. Growing up with that legacy taught me how complex identity can be. I carry that history with pride and reflection.

— What’s a favorite book/movie/TV show, and why do you love it?
I’m a serious film lover, so it’s very hard to pick only one. For me, ’12 Angry Men’ is a masterclass in dialogue and tension; it speaks to my rational side, and it proves that words, presence, and conviction can shift an entire room, as well as justice, logic, and human flaws. While ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ is one of the most original and emotionally wild things I’ve ever seen. I admire films that push boundaries, whether it’s through silence or multiverses. This one speaks about identity and the beauty of feeling lost. I guess I love films that make me think and feel.

Who:
Lena Marie Marxkors — @lena.marxkors — German from Munich, Bavaria, Germany — born February 2nd — 178 cm / 5’10” — she/her.

Where:
Munich Models (mother agency), Oui Management (Paris), Supreme Management Milano, Models 1 (London), Blow Models (Barcelona), Priscilla’s Model Management (Sydney)

— How did you become a model?
I wasn’t expecting it at all. I was working in a restaurant, just doing my thing, when this girl came up to me and asked if I’d ever considered modeling. That girl is now my booker. I’d dreamed about modeling since I was little, but I never knew how to get started – so when she approached me, it felt surreal. I was excited, nervous, and honestly just super grateful. That moment changed everything.

— What’s a story your family/friends like to tell about you?
When I was a kid, I used to rearrange my entire bedroom every two weeks – furniture, decorations, everything. I’d spend hours moving things around until it felt just right. Then, a few weeks later, I’d do it all over again. I guess I’ve always loved creating new spaces and bringing fresh energy into my world.

— What’s a favorite book/movie/TV show, and why do you love it?
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. I’ve read it in both English and German, and even wrote a paper on it back in school. I’m obsessed with the language, the elegance of the writing, and of course – the slow-burn romance. There’s just something timeless about it that always pulls me back in.

Who:
Misha Miagkov — @mishaami — Russian from Irkutsk, Siberia, Russia — born April 10th — 187 cm / 6’1.5″ — he/him.

Where:
Vproject (Barcelona – mother agency), Independent Model Management (Milan)

— What are 3 interesting facts about you?
1. I worked for several years as a chef in a restaurant–yes, yes, it means that I can cook :))
2. I have been a professional biathlete for 8 years, which has helped me become more disciplined and responsible.
3. I flew on an airplane for the first time when I was 21.

— Tell us about your hometown.
I am from a small town in the center of Siberia, which is located next to the Altai Mountains, with incredibly beautiful nature and fresh air. Literally Switzerland, only in Russia! Maybe that’s why I have such a passion for hiking and outdoor activities :)

— What’s a story your family/friends like to tell about you?
It was a New Year’s celebration, I was 7 years old at the time, and I waited so long for gifts under the tree that I finally fell asleep right under the Christmas tree.

Who:
Sam Sheffield — @sam_sjs_s — American from San Diego, California, USA — born July 30th — 186 cm / 6’1″ — he/him.

Where:
Front Management (Miami – mother agency), AMR Agency (New York)

— How did you become a model?
A photo of my brother and me posted from our band’s Instagram account caught the eye of the owner of Front Management. He reached out and convinced me I had potential—not just to model, but to build something that could supplement and even amplify my music. Front became my mother agency, and that unexpected DM turned into on-the-job training: testing, building a book, learning set etiquette, and channeling the same studio discipline onto set. That crossover has already paid off—I’ve just landed the coveted POP Magazine Issue 53, DIOR Edition (Autumn/Winter 2025) cover.

— One thing people may be surprised to find out about you:
People are surprised by how outdoorsy I am. I’m happiest under a pack—this summer I summited Half Dome in Yosemite and took a backpacking road trip through California, hitting multiple national parks. Long miles, early starts, no shortcuts—being in nature is my reset, and the endurance and calm I build on trail translate directly to set.

— What are 3 interesting facts about you?
1. Writer/producer/multi-instrumentalist: I write, record, and release original music for @blacksweaterband, taking ideas from a voice-note melody all the way to a mastered track.
2. Martial arts lifer & coach: 12 years across seven disciplines (including MMA and Muay Thai); I also teach —discipline, choreography, and on-set body control.
3. Finance brain: I recently earned a finance degree, which helps me treat creative work like a business— reading contracts, budgeting projects, and building long-term brand value.