Meet the Model: Sophia Rambaldini

Sophia just did this beauty of a shoot with Oyster contributors/ultimate creative duo FEELTHEFUTURE, so we thought it best to get properly acquainted. 

Ruby Heery: Where are you/your family from and where are you currently living?

Sophia Rambaldini: I grew up in Bondi, moved to Manly with my family when I was 10...I am now a city dweller, living in Rushcutters Bay.  

 

Earliest childhood memory?

Hmm, that's a hard one. However, one that has forever been cemented in my mind is the time when I was about three years of age and my dad's friend gave me a baby rabbit as a present. I was so overcome with joy, I pranced about with it and smothered it with affection for about an hour — until it's body went limp. It had died from shock. My dad gave me an education on death that day. 

 

Moment that changed your life?

Haha, the above comment.

 

Five women you look up to?

Definitely Marilyn Monroe, she's a sass pot. Grace Kelly, for her timeless elegance. Cara delevigne, not only because she's a fox, but also because she's a raging nut and I love beautiful women who aren't afraid to look ugly. Adriana Lima, for her sex appeal — you'd be hard pressed to find a dude who hasn't used a photo of her for sexual purposes — and Jennifer Lawrence. What a fabulous goof-ball! Oh, and my mum...good bloody woman! 

 

Best piece of advice you ever received?

Pretty cliche, but just to take life as it comes, and to live in the moment.

 

What does 'beauty' mean to you?

Beauty to me is a certain way of carrying yourself. I think it really all comes down to confidence and a kind yet strong temperament. I think that genetics are just a bonus. I mean, have you ever met a really beautiful girl who was an absolute b*tc%? It changes your perception of someone from being beautiful to something that is rather ugly.

 

What are three things/products you will always have in your bag?

1. Cigarettes 

2. Lighter 

3. Money to buy cigarettes if my deck runs out...yeah, I like smoking. 

 

What would your last meal be?

Okay, we are talking three course here? Entree: chicken liver patte with a very comprehensive arrangement of French cheeses. The Camembert would have to be baked of course. Oh, and a baguette. Main: lobster mornee. Dessert: chocolate soufflé. And there must be an infinite supply of Prosecco! 

 

What animal do you identify with the most?

Definitely a cat...they love affection and they have a certain regal attitude about them.

 

What rules would you instil if you were Supreme Leader of Earth for one day?

EVERYONE would be legally obligated to try chicken liver patte and baked Camembert if they haven't done so already. Also, just discretely, radical social equality...haha.

 

What song do you really wish you'd written and why?

50 Cent's 'Candy Shop'. Haha, how's that song for a sexual euphemism? It cracks me up...novelty purposes only.

 

Best Youtube clip you've ever seen?

Probably epic fail compilations. I could watch the unfortunate experiences of others all day. Wow, that was a bit morbid :/

 

 

OYSTERS Meet The Model: RAE

Nickname? 

Shan

Star Sign: 

Cancer

Where are you from and where are you currently living?

Always been a Brisbane gal.

What were you into in high school?

I went through a bunch of different phases in high school and was into a heap of different things. I remember at one stage I was into dressing like Blair Waldorf from Gossip Girl.

In what ways have you changed since then?

I asked my friend how I've changed since high school and she told me that I've "grown up into a person that is more you".

What did you do for your last birthday?

Well I was in Sydney for my actual b'day so I worked for the first half and then spent the rest of the day with my super cute bf (who flew down for it), but went out with my girlfriends when I came home. 

If you could choose to stay a certain age forever what would it be?

21 for sure. 

If you could have any animal as a pet, what would you choose?

A sloth. They are so cute!! 

What scares you most?

Either spiders or sharks, they are both so freaky. 

Best piece of advice you ever received?

"If you're gonna do something, do it right." (Thx dad).

What is a skill you wish you possessed?

Being able to draw would be awesome, the best I can do is stick figures. 

What fictional character to you most relate to, and why?

This was a hard one and the only character I could think of was Shrek ahaha. Only because people think he's going to be mean but he's actually really nice! 

What celebrity do you have a crush on?

I have so many! But if I had to pick one probably Candice Swanepoel because she is an absolute goddess.

Best Youtube clip you’ve ever seen?

There's no better YouTube clip out there, makes me laugh every time.

Which 3 people (dead or alive) would be your dream party guests?

Miley Cyrus, Ellen Degeneres, Seth Rogen.

Do you prefer crowds, small groups or being alone?

Always just my closest friends.

What’s in rotation on your iPod at the moment?

A little bit of everything — Kanye, Bon Iver, Allday, A$AP, The 1975

What do you want to be when you grow up?

Being some sort of editor in a magazine would be cool, but I'll probably change my mind in a few months.