interview
Name:
Celine Vivod (@celine_vivod)
Pronouns:
she/her
Agency:
Oui Management (Paris)
Age:
22
Height:
5’11.5″
Place of Origin:
Antwerp, Belgium
Ethnic Origin:
50% Slovenian 50% Belgian
Birthsign:
Scorpio
Did you always want to be a model? Tell us about how you were discovered.
From the age of 14, I silently dreamed about becoming a model but never thought I would ever become one. My mother agency (MODELPARTNER) discovered me, but I wanted to obtain my bachelor’s degree in International Business Management. Exactly a year ago, I started this adventure.
Most memorable modeling experience so far?
My most memorable modeling experience would be walking the runway show of Givenchy S/S 23. I just signed my contract in Paris and was overwhelmed and beyond excited. I remember standing between all the top models as a little baby. I loved everything about the show and felt honored to meet the whole Givenchy team and to be part of the show.
One song you have on repeat, and why?
I have so many songs on repeat, and it changes quite fast. For the moment, I’m listening to “Arrivals of the Birds” from the Cinematic Orchestra. It’s pretty random, but I love to listen to the song in the morning while walking. It brings me a peaceful and relaxing feeling, almost some sort of meditation, I would say. A good one during fashion week :)
What other passions do you have aside from modeling?
I have always been a creative person. As a child, I had the wildest imagination and expressed that in all kinds of forms: designing, painting, sewing, drawing, and dancing. This is maybe the thing I love the most about modeling, the whole creation of something, whether it is editorials or runway. The expression, identity, and character you get to play or be part of is something so beautiful.
What is something you’ve always wanted to do/try?
I always wanted to see the world. It may sound a bit cliché, but it’s true. I love meeting new people and, especially, different cultures. It fascinates me how cultures differ in habits, morals, and values. I love learning from other people and always seek to broaden my perspective to become more open-minded. Probably the second thing I love most about traveling is to taste all the different kinds of food.
What’s one thing people may be surprised to find out about you?
I’m a very social person at first sight, but when you get to know me, you will discover I’m much more of a shy/ introverted person.
What change would you like to see in the world?
Personally, for me, the biggest change I would like to see, most specifically in my generation or where I come from, is to broaden your horizons and to become your best possible self. I feel like people should step out of their comfort zone. Take risks, seek adventures, learn, make mistakes, and do it all over so you can become your most authentic, happiest, and best self.