Leah was shot exclusively for MODELS.com by Rhys Thorpe, with styling by Elle Britt, hair by Patrick Forini using Bumble and Bumble, and makeup by Amy Wright using Burberry Beauty. Thanks to James Wood.

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Name:
Leah Milligan

Agency:
Select Model Management (London)
Also: Premium Models (Paris) / Women Management (New York)

Age:
18

Height:
5’10”

Instagram:
@leahmilligan_

Place of Origin:
Kettering, England

Ethnic Origin:
1/2 Scottish, 1/2 English

Birthsign:
Leo

How discovered:
I was scouted on a school trip while shopping.

Favorite things:
I am a tennis player so always play in my spare time when I’m not modelling. I’ve been playing since I was 5 and my dad is my coach. Father/coach/motivator. I love it as I get to travel around competing in tournaments. It’s such a de-stress to play as you can channel all your aggression into the ball on court

I can’t live without hooped earrings and ever since I’ve had my haircut, sea salt spray is a must otherwise my hair just goes wild.

What are you listening to at the moment?
My music preference changes all the time but at the minute I am completely obsessed with the band MY NU LENG and then if I want to chill out I love the song ‘Never Be Like You’ by Flume.

Favorite movie, tv show:
I went through a mega obsession with Prison Break and I am addicted to the film Chalet Girl as I’m a skier myself. I’m a secret adrenaline junky and love the thrill of going down the mountains super fast, so watching it just reminds me of how much I love it.

Favorite designer, fragrance or beauty product:
Every season I always watch the Alexander Wang show. I love his clothes and also the haircuts! And of course, being British girl I have to say Burberry! And my signature fragrance is Black Opium by YSL.

What would you be doing if you weren’t modeling?
If I wasn’t a model, I think I would be at university in America on a tennis scholarship. I probably would have gone to one in California so I could play tennis, study, soak up the sun and get surfing lessons. Beach babe at heart.

What’s something uncool that you love anyway?
I have a weird obsession with gherkins. I put them with everythannggggg and can happily just sit and eat them straight from the jar while watching TV. Move over popcorn!

Favorite modeling experience so far?
Walking for the Dior Cruise show was insane. It was at Blenheim Palace which was so gorgeous and scenic and I have to give a shout out to the catering. They gave us sushi which is my fave, rate it a solid 10/10.

What’s the best thing about your hometown/country?
The roast dinners, hands down. All is said.

Which brand would you really love to model for?
As they are my favourite designers walking for Alexander Wang and Burberry would be a dream. I think it would be so cool to work for sports companies like Nike as well; I’d love to be able to combine my love for sport and modelling together.

Place you would love to visit:
I’ve always wanted to visit Bali, Indonesia. It just looks so surreal and the trekking tours through the jungles on the island look insane. Definitely high up on my bucket list.

Currently you’re obsessed with/about:
At the moment, I’m constantly on Spotify looking for new playlists and songs that I like. I run a lot so need to constantly find new songs to get me through my workouts/ castings.