Artist and dancer José Lapaz Rodríguez developed an early interest in the art of movement, deeply influenced by the aesthetics of the ’90s and 2000s. Amidst exploring various mediums—sketching, robotics, and photography—he…
Mei Kawajiri on Her Dream-Inspired, Hyper Realistic Nail Art
Nails are often perceived as a mundane routine, but Japanese nail artist Mei Kawajiri defies that notion, stating, “Nails are so personal to me; they are an extension of my emotions and…
Thom Browne Sets a Theatrical Stage for His Couture Debut
All photos by Melodie Jeng Thom Browne mesmerized his audience with a theatrical spectacle during his highly anticipated debut couture collection. The Opéra Garnier served as the grand stage, as guests were…
Ajok Daing On the Consistent Need for Size Diversity
Starting a career in the midst of a pandemic can be a daunting endeavor. However, Italian-born and raised South Sudanese model Ajok Daing had always known that modeling was her true calling…
How Mathieu Simoneau Went From A Hiatus to Breakout Star of 2022
After a two-year hiatus dedicated to pursuing higher education, Canadian model Mathieu Simoneau made a significant return to the fashion industry in 2021, propelling himself onto Models.com’s Hot List just a year…
How Stylist Ola Ebiti Infuses Art History into His Work
Some stylists bask in the excitement of a shoot, while others relish the research process — the sourcing and the fitting that precedes the final product of the shoot. For London-based stylist…
Alyda Grace’s Ballet Skills Altered Her Modeling Career
The anticipation leading up to a new model’s debut can be palpable and for Hot List model Alyda Grace, it was no different. As she stepped onto the Valentino Resort 2018 runway…
Teamwork Shaped Mata Marielle’s Path into Beauty
When the dark lip-liner trend reemerged via TikTok’s “clean girl” aesthetic last year, it blew up in the Gen-Z digital ether. However, for London-based makeup artist Mata Marielle, creating bold lip-liner looks…
The Mercer Hotel: An Iconic Industry Haven
Image courtesy of The Mercer Hotel The enchanting Mercer Hotel is an architectural gem nestled in the heart of Downtown Manhattan’s Soho neighborhood. Since its construction in 1890, the Mercer has been…
With Resilience, Top 50 Model Mamuor Majeng Overcame Adversity
Mamuor Majeng‘s modeling journey is one of perseverance, resilience, and a touch of fate. Hailing from South Sudan, Majeng was scouted in his village via social media while pursuing a potential music…