EZ was shot exclusively for MODELS.com by Xavier Scott Marshall (assisted by Mark Chapman and Fiorella Barbieri), with styling by Savage, hair by Akira Nagano using Bumble & Bumble, makeup by Juan Jaar using MAC Cosmetics, and manicure by Adrienne Blanks. All vintage clothing from the collection @ James Veloria Studio.
interview
Name:
EZ
Agency:
The Lions (New York)
Age:
20
Height:
5’10”
Instagram:
@ez_ez_ez_
Place of Origin:
Seoul, Korea
Ethnic Origin:
100% Korean
Birthsign:
Libra
How discovered:
I got discovered by a famous korean designer at dinner party in seoul as his show’s finale model.
What was your first modeling job?
It was a fashion show named Push Button. I was so nervous that I went to toilet many times before the show.
Favorite things:
I love watching movies and soccer games. And my favorite item is hat.
What are you listening to at the moment?
‘Good Life’ by Kehlani. It’s the ending song of Fast and Furious.
Favorite movie, tv show:
I love Fast and Furious series. I watched them all from the beginning. Many times!
Favorite designer, fragrance or beauty product:
Hedi Slimane was and is my favorite designer. And I use Jo Malone ‘Blackberry and Bay’ perfume. I don’t put make ups but I use MAC concealer just to make smooth skin.
What were you doing before modeling?
Just a college student.
What would you be doing if you weren’t modeling?
I think I would do something related to sports like translator. After modeling I want to study fashion marketing of a casting director.
What’s something uncool that you love anyway?
Sleeping with my blanket that I used when I was young. I love the cozy feeling of it. It’s uncool but I like it anyway.
Favorite modeling experience so far?
Actually all of them were great experiences that I never felt before. I remember everything.
What’s the best thing about your hometown/country?
I think Korean models are so good at walking and when I see them in fashion weeks I am very proud.
Which brand would you really love to model for?
Saint Laurent. And for photographer Steven Meisel.
Place you would love to visit:
Miami Beach. I love to lie down on the sand and take a rest with a bottle of beer.
Currently you’re obsessed with/about:
Tattooing. I an thinking of having another tattoo so I was looking for some pictures through instagram.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?
My mom said, “It’s time to make your own choice and take responsibilities of it. You are not a kid anymore.” This one sentence makes me feel to live with thinking.