interview

Name:
Matilde de Nard (@maatidn)

Pronouns:
she/her

Agency:
Monster Management (Milan)
Age:
18

Height:
179 cm

Place of Origin:
Veneto, Italy

Ethnic Origin:
100% Italian

Birthsign:
Pisces

Did you always want to be a model? Tell us about how you were discovered.
I’ve wanted to be a model since I was young, but I never had the courage to do a casting from some agency. I was discovered when I was 15; I was at the seaside, and I was taking a walk when a man saw me and asked me if I wanted to be a model; that was how it started.

Most memorable modeling experience so far?
The most memorable modeling experience so far was when I did my first show with Prada; I was so excited; it was a unique and memorable experience that helped me to believe more in myself.

One song you have on repeat, and why?
A song I have on repeat is “Tutto Passa” by Mostro because it has a very intense meaning that helped me during a bad period in my life.

What other passions do you have aside from modeling?
My biggest passion is cooking. Even when I was little, I loved helping my grandma make tagliatelle, lasagna, biscuits, and other things. Now I like to experiment with new food, and when my parents are tired, I cook for them.

What is something you’ve always wanted to do/try?
I always wanted to try bungee jumping and rafting cause I like adrenaline, but I’ve never had the opportunity.

What’s one thing people may be surprised to find out about you?
I can’t say it because otherwise, it wouldn’t be a surprise.

What change would you like to see in the world?
To have a better world for me, we would need to change people’s empathy to understand and help each other by allowing everyone to work together to solve important problems.