interview

Name:
Maeve Whalen

Agency:
MC2 Model Management (New York)

Age:
19

Height:
5 ft 9

Instagram:
@maevewhalen

Place of Origin:
Twin Cities, USA

Ethnic Origin:
Irish

Birthsign:
Aries

How discovered:
I was scouted at the mall, and after I graduated from high school, I decided to just give it a try.

What was your first modeling job?
My first job was an editorial for Wonderland Magazine.

Favorite things:
Books, video games, and the internet. I can’t live without any of these.

What are you listening to at the moment?
Creedence Clearwater Revival is my favorite band.

Favorite movie, tv show:
Firefly is amazing.

Favorite designer, fragrance or beauty product:
I really enjoy watching the Ralph Lauren show.

What were you doing before modeling?
I was just finishing up school.

What would you be doing if you weren’t modeling?
If I knew what I wanted to do, I’d probably be doing it now.

What’s something uncool that you love anyway?
I’m a camping and hiking enthusiast.

Favorite modeling experience so far?
Probably shooting with Patrick Demarchelier, Mert and Marcus, Inez and Vinoodh. That was awesome.

What’s the best thing about your hometown/country?
It’s quiet and the people are kind and decent.

Which brand would you really love to model for?
Tough choice, but Dior, Versace and Prada are definitely on my list.

Place you would love to visit:
Antarctica, because why not. I like snow anyways.

Currently you’re obsessed with/about:
Classical art. I could spend years at the Met.

Best advice you have ever been given:
You’ll never succeed unless you try.