Standing at 5'11", supermodel Vanessa Hessler is not only Italy's number one fashion model but also an upcoming movie star on her best way to conquer the world's red carpets with her striking looks.
Thanks to her stunning appearance and her adorable charisma, Vanessa is nowadays one of the most recognizable and sought-after models in the world, appearing in campaigns for Airfield, Just Cavalli and L'Oréal, followed by a huge testimonial campaign for "Alice".
Apart from that, this blonde Rome-born beauty has already graced the covers of the Cosmopolitan, GQ, Max, followed by notable catwalk appearances for prestigious labels like Fendi, Mariella Burani and RoccoBarocco, just to mention a few.
In addition to being successful, our model of the month possesses the necessary professionalism to stay down to earth and has successfully joined the Top50 of the IFDAQ...
How did you get started in the modeling business?
It might be odd or just a simple coincidence but around the age of 15 one day I was walking along the centre streets of Rome and my agent had stopped me asking if I ever modelled before.
Did you ever think you'd be doing this?
Absolutely not since I focussed on other things. I was going to school and simply had other thoughts at the time.
What do you like most about modeling? What do you like least?
What I love about my job is the travelling. What I like the least is the fact that unfortunately I don’t see my family very often.
Have you encountered any surprises along the way?
Not anything in particular.
How does it feel to be part of a huge ad campaign like Alice?
Not anything in particular.
Are you being recognized on the street since then?
Oh yes sure – depending on where I am in the world and on what I did in that particular country.
What has been your most awkward moment (of your modelling career)?
No awkward moments so far – thank God!
Have you developed any new interests since you started modelling?
Since I started modelling I have always travelled, met new people and also different cultures. The Internet is THE place for me in order to inform myself as much as possible before I leave for a new country.
What are your favourite things to do in your free time?
You’ll either find me at a friend’s house or at the cinema.
Out of all the places your career has taken you, where was the most memorable?
Every place I’ve been to creates memories and stories but around 2 years ago I went to Thailand which was totally fantastic and my very 1st trip into Asia as well.
Do you have a mentor? Who? What is it about them that affects you? Why?
Oh I have many mentors. From my family members to my agent and to some of my friends. They will always give me a hand when I need one!
Where do you see yourself in ten years? What could be your next career?
I’ve been acting for around 3 years now and I hope that I still have a long way to go. Acting gives me emotions. I find it fun and it takes lots of concentration.
What are your best beauty secrets? How do you stay in shape?
I don’t have actual beauty secrets but I do see the inside of a gym at least 3 times a week.
What would you want people to know about you?
I always try to give my best in what I do!
Any advice for new models? What advice would you give other models starting out?
Find a trustworthy and supporting agent or agency and never let down!
Favourite all-time model:
Gisele Bündchen
Favourite fashion designer:
Fendi, Dolce & Gabbana and Miu Miu.
Favourite kind of food:
Fettucine con pomodoro fresco!
Favourite kind of music:
Pop, Rap & Oldies.
What are your favourite 3 songs at the moment?:
Led Zeppelins’ “House of the rising sun”, Ne-Yo’s “Miss Independent” and Rihanna’s “Rehab”.
Favourite quote:
Tomorrow is another day.
I'd like to meet:
Cate Blanchett or Jack Nicholson.
If I were trapped on an island I'd take:
All of my best friends!
Thank you Flor for this great interview!
Special thanks to L'Agence!
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