Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Interview with Catherine McNeil for Vogue Daily


Age: 23 | Hometown: Brisbane, Australia

How do you say hello where you are from? “G’ day.” 

What is your coffee order? Double espresso. 

What are the three items you always keep in your purse? My phone, candy, and money. 

How were you discovered? I won the Girlfriend magazine competition in Australia when I was thirteen.

Most memorable modeling moment: There have been a few over the years, but I’d have to say that the Life Ball in Vienna was one of them. I went as Mario Testino’s date and had an amazing time.

Most embarrassing modeling moment: Sometimes you’re asked to do things that make you feel pretty stupid, and it’s quite embarrassing. But at the end of the day, you just have to have  a little fun with it.

Favorite model of all time: There are so many talented ladies it’s hard to pick just one . . . Kate Moss is definitely one of them.

If you weren’t modeling, what would be your dream job? To be honest, I don’t know, but it would have nothing to do with fashion.

Describe your style in five words: Black, boyish, rock, shabby, and sometimes chic.Favorite designer: I love them all.

If you could trade closets with someone else, whose would you choose? Karmen Pedaru.

What new addition to your wardrobe are you currently craving this season? A new Chanel bag.

What is the next thing you are going to purchase? Let’s hope it’s that Chanel bag.

Beauty item you cannot live without: Dr. Hauschka’s skin care products.

What nail polish color are you wearing right now? I never wear nail polish.

Who was the last person to cut your hair? Aki.

How do you stay in model shape? Any  tricks of the trade? I work out five days a week, and I also eat healthy.

What is the first website or app you go to in the morning? Instagram.

What songs are on repeat on your iPod right now? I listen to French radio.

What movie or TV show is at the top of your Netflix queue? Bob’s Burgers.

What’s on your Kindle / Nook / iBook shelf right now? The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest.

One place you always visit while in New York: I live in New York, but I always like to go to the dog park with my pups. Favorite destination you have traveled to so far:San Pedro de Atacama, Chile.

Where would you like to go on your next vacation? Australia! I miss my family.

What quality is most attractive in a boyfriend/girlfriend? The ability to make you laugh even with when you feel at your worst. 

What quality do you most appreciate in a friend? That they are there for you through thick and thin. Name one natural talent you wish you had: Drawing/painting.

Subject you could wax poetic about/something that fascinates you: The human mind. 

What is the best advice (professional or personal) you’ve ever been given? Stop feeling sorry for yourself. (That came from my grandmother.) 

What are your words to live by? Tomorrow is a new day.

source: vogue.com.au
photographer: Jeremy Allen