Models International Management's F/W 2012 Show Package

Ottawa Fashion Week F/W 2012 is fast approaching and with that said, the agencies are getting ready.
In bigger markets come show season you can expect to see the show packages from the modeling agencies touting whose in town and whom you should expect to see on the runways. Smaller markets tend to pass up on this even if there is a fashion week. This season however M.I.M shared a wonderful surprise, their F/W 2012 show package beaming with some amazing faces! (To top it off, the show package has a real slick appeal to it too).

Going through the list of faces, certain names grab your attention in anticipation of seeing them work the runways. So here are our picks of who we expect to be seeing a lot from this season. (Take a look at the full show package below!)

Victoria - If you've been to Toronto or Montreal Fashion Week, then M.I.M;s Victoria is no new face for you! The veteran of the runway will no doubt be a staple for this seasons shows.

Delaney - Delaney has that runway charm that we fully expect to win over many designers this season.

Tristan - This new face has the legs for the runway so we can't wait to see her use them. (p.s. we love her eyebrows).

Gabriel - His cool stare, accompanied by a smooth strut will no doubt assist him in securing a place in several shows.

Santana - Santana's demure and classic demeanor give her a fantastic chance of being booked by several designers.

Photos courtesy of Models International Management (Ottawa)

Lilly returns from Thailand!

Angies Models Lilly recently returned from her second extended stay/contract in Bangkok, Thailand. Lilly shares with us her experiences working in the market as well as some great tips for models heading there!

Name:
Lilly Nguyen :)

Mother agency: 
Angie's Models and Talents <3

How long was your contract?:
My contract in Thailand started off to be 2 months... then 3 months..then 6 months. I returned February 2011 and then went back to Thailand in June of 2011 for another 6 month contract. I've been back for about a month now.

What can you tell us about the market for new models/models whom have not yet been?:
The market is great! It is more of a commercial market but there are many many high fashion models there as well and they work A LOT! One thing about the Thailand market is that they have a hairstylist and makeup artist at the casting! So models do not need to do their own hair and makeup! What sucks is that you have to wait longer at a casting. It can be minutes... or hours... sometimes you are told to come back the next day. My longest casting was 12 hours. :(
 
What is something interesting/different about the city?:
Something different about Thailand...Food! There is food everywhere! There is also a lot of 7 eleven's, literally. Every corner you will see one and sometimes they are one house apart from eachother. hahaha! The malls are like 7 floors high and its sometimes hard to find an escalator. People are SUPER nice! :) And i feel almost as if no one ever sleeps because it would be 2 or 3 am and the streets are still LOUD! haha :)

What is the shopping like?:
Like I said shopping malls there are like 7 floors high and its hard to find an escalator haha! But it is so cheap! You can get a decent shirt for 3 dollars. Every time I'm in Thailand I would actually shop everyday for the first week or 2. YOU CAN BARGAIN! It's amazing! Most of the time I don't bargain because everything is so cheap already that I feel bad to ask for a discount. You can find everything you need in Thailand. :) It's like shopping paradise! I still have clothes left behind because I couldn't fit them into my luggage. :( They're are so many people in 1 mall that sometimes you have to kind of push your way through. They're are also these markets where you can go shopping and its outdoors! Usually its cheaper than the malls :) Shopping in Thailand...sigh...I MISS YOU! :'( <3

Any current fashion trends that stand out/ different that you have noticed?:
Hmm. I find that Thai people love to look cute so their styles usually are really cute and bubbly. I often see girls wearing high-waist shorts along with a cute ruffle shirt tucked inside their shorts with flats, or a pair of heels. I see a lot of Thai men wearing shorts.. a bit shorter than what men would wear in Canada.. so, short shorts? but for some reason I think its kind of cute on them or maybe I'm just really use to it :) I don't blame them for wearing it. The weather is too hot there. Hahaha
 
Make-up trends that you have noticed?:
I would say natural. People don't really wear much makeup. Of course they do but its not like BOOM! Most people I work with most of the time just wears like mascara and eyeliner. OH EYELINER! Its like what I see most people use. Every woman who wears makeup there eyeliner stand out the most to me. I don't know why. Some men wear makeup as well.
 
Favorite thing about working in this market?:
I would say the people :) If you are nice to them they are nice to you 10 times in return. I love working with people who I've met and haven't met because they are all super nice :)

What is the currency used for this market?: 
Thai Baht. I hope we are talking about money... but yeah, baht. 100 baht is about 3 dollars. :D
 
Something you'd recommend to eat for somebody who has never been?:
This is a bad question to ask me...Tom Yum soup is very good! Yum wen sen (spicy glass noodle), pak boong fai daeng (spicy morning glory), Kao Tum (Rice Soup), AND SO MUCH MORE! Those were just what I'm craving.

Lilly - photo courtesy of Angies Models in Ottawa

Models International Managements' Renee in Greece!

M.I.M's Renee is one of their fastest rising faces in the agency! Saying she has worked is an under statement! Renee has been a successful model in Toronto, Montreal, New York, Cape Town, Miami and many more! Currently Renee finds herself in the European market of Athens, Greece! (Before her next stop to Germany!)

We asked Renee a few questions regarding her stay and what new models can expect from this market.

Name:
Renee Mittelstaedt

Mother agency:
Models International Management in Ottawa

How long is your contract?:
My contract is one month.

What could you tell us about the market for new models/models whom have not yet been?:
I have only been in Athens for a short time; however one important piece of advice I have is be prepared to walk a lot when you’re here. The Metro is new in Athens so there aren’t as many stations, therefore when going to castings you will most likely be walking the majority of the time. Moral of the story, bring comfortable shoes!

What is something interesting/different about the city?:
The thing I found interesting about Athens are that the sidewalks are made of marble. It’s a random thought, however it’s the first thing I noticed when I got here.
 
What is the shopping like?:
At the moment, shopping is really good. Many of the stores such as H&M and Zara, are having great sales and they are very close to the Athens Flea Market. Athens Flea Market is a large market place with different knick-knacks for tourists. So, one can buy some fashion staples and some tacky souvenirs all at the same time.

Any current fashion trends that stand out/ different that you have noticed?:
It is winter here in Greece, so evidently many women are wearing lots of layers and fur coats. Although, I also noticed many of the women here generally have a pair of nice sunglasses, rain or shine.
 
Make-up trends that you have noticed?:
I noticed that many of the women here keep their make-up very simple. They usually wear concealer, mascara and eye liner.
 
Favorite thing about working in this market?:
My favorite thing about working in this market is the relaxed atmosphere. I never feel like I am pressed for time when going from casting to casting in the city.

What is the currency used for this market?:
The currency used for this market is the Euro.

Something you'd recommend to eat for somebody who has never been?:
I would recommend taking advantage of trying as many locally grown cheeses, fruits, and vegetables as possible. The other models and I had a plate full of different cheeses, fruit, and vegetables which included the Greek feta, figs, grapes, and olives. I find it much nicer to stay in and make a meal with everyone, instead of going out every night.

Renee - photo courtesy of M.I.M Ottawa

Next time from Renee, she will share with us her experience in Germany! Until then!

2nd annual Fashion For Funds in Ottawa

Last year Fashion for Funds brought together some great Ottawa Talent and raised thousands of dollars for charity. This year, they are at it again!

All proceeds from the show go directly to Roger's House, an Ottawa children's hospice that supports and houses children and their families affected by terminal illnesses.

The fashion show lineup includes Jana Hanzel & Emilia Torabi Fashion Design Studio, Amber Watkins, Demu Label, and Khala Morgan, all local Ottawa talent out to show their support!

Tickets can be purchased at the door for students and or e-mail fashionforfunds@gmail.com
10$ - Students
20$ - Adults

Sunday January 22nd 2012, Glebe Community Centre, 1:00pm-2:30pm