Interview: Hadessah Addler

ISRAELI MODEL: HADESSAH ADDLER

 

STATS

BIRTH PLACE: Tel Aviv, Israel

SHOOTS: 12

AGE: 23

 

INTERVIEW

 

What first got you interested in modeling?

 

"Well to be honest, I wasn't interested in modeling. I started off wanting to go into photography. I got a job working for shooting agency in Cincinnati where they agreed to let me work on a probation period with them. I started off with just cleaning and arranging equipment and eventually they allowed me to take small minor shots for them. One night I was working over time and goofing off with a friend in the runway room. I started doing the catwalk while my friend "took pictures" with his phone. Neither of us knew that Dantes [the manager at the time] was in the back of the room behind the audio booth! That launched my "career" in modeling."

 

 

What does Fashion mean to you?

 

Fashion is relative! It is personal, therefore there should be no "standard" of what is fashion and what is not. Some like to wear skirts, some like to wear jeans. *Laughs* Actually, just let me quote lyrics that describes my idea of fashion perfectly! "Different strokes for different folks
And so on and so on and scooby dooby dooby"

 

 

How did it feel to be one of the few models representing Israeli style at Fashion Week 2013- Italy?

 

Well at first I felt like I was a little over looked. I can't really say that I truely blame them. Israeli fashion is rarely in the spotlight if at all. I suppose when you hide away naturally people assume nothing "worthwhile" comes from Israel. However, I think that we got their attention after a while.

 

 



Tell me a little about yourself. Where are you from? What's your educational background? What are your general professional and non-professional interests?

Well, I was born in Tel Aviv, but lived most of my life in Cincinnati, Ohio. It is a great city! I attended Hebrew Union College in Cincinnati for 3 years. I'm studying Early Childhood Education [I could never teach teenagers! *Laughs*] My life is made up of music, photography, fashion and travel. Oh, and I have a strong interest in Oreos!

 

How would you define your city's fashion?

I live in Holon as of right now and I would define it's style as... classic. Classic meaning t-shirts and jeans! *Laughs*

 

How do you prepare for a fashion shoot or show?

 

Typically I get up early in the morning [as I always do to run] and try to get to the destination on time. Once I'm there, they take me to the dressing room and leave me there with a bag of Oreos and a TV for about an hour while they set up the cameras. Then my makeup artist and stylist come in and "fix me up." This normally takes about two hours. Once they've dolled me up I go on set and do whatever is shouted at me. Nothing truely special about the prep time.

 

Fun/Silly Facts

 

* Big Mac's or Whoppers? Whoppers!!

 

* Is Elvis really dead? That is a disturbing thought! Yes.

 

*How many licks does it take to get to the middle of a tootsie pop? Three!

 

*If you could speak to one type of animal, what would it be? Spiders! So I could tell them to F*ck off!

 

*Decaf Coffee or Regular? Regular. What is the point of decaf?!

 

*Math or English? English!!

 

*Do you prefer to play video games or board games? Board games! Clue, Mouse Trap, etc.

 

*Do you prefer Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings? Lord of the Rings! Omg, Legolas [Orlando Bloom!] I was sorely upset to find The Hobbit is in two parts. Now I wait in anticipation for part two.

 

 

Special Thanks To:

My Mom [who inspired my love for fashion in the place] and my brothers who are always ready to let me know when I am having a bad hair day! My roomate and best friend Dina B. for saving me from fashion disasters numerous times and for the late night crazy stuff! Elad C. for being there for me since I was "knee high to an ant." Amzi Yokobovitch for sticking with me during Fashion Week 2013. You were an amazing support! Kevin R. for being everything good in my life and making life beautiful again. My boys Matan O. - Diego C. - Lior A. and Yoni P. You guys keep my life interesting! Eden B. for making me laugh at all the right times. You seriously make my day! Shiraz A. for putting up with my Bull and naming Charlie for me! I would have named him something rediculous. [Miss you!] Yakir A. for not allowing me to have my pity parties when I want to. [I'm such a winner!] Shiloh K. for somehow being my personal teenage fan club leader! Your admiroration of me is humbling and extolling! Hope I can keep it real for you. Starbucks for saving me so many times and always being there for me during those long flights, late shoots and studying hours. You + Me = Us Forever! Gilbert Hugo Photography - Gabriella Photography - Amore Photography - Adidas Women - YouCanBookMe - Marci Oulets - Cosco Designs and everyone else that I wish but cant fit here! Kisses!





Lookbook.nu Interview: Zisma Chendikia

*What does fashion mean to you?

 

Fashion for me is a kind of art that sometimes we don't realize that we've been doing it. Fashion for me is a primary need. I can't go out without fashion. That is why, fashion keeps me alive.

*Who are some of your favorite designers?

 

Stella mc cartney always amused me with her simply cool designs. It is cutted perfectly and looks awesome when it has been worn. It isn't to much, calm, but still edgy. That is suits me well. Not too old but not looking weird. Just in the right proportion for me.

*What are some of your favorite clothing stores/catalogs/websites?

 

Hmmm none of that category hahaha. My mom is studying about dressmaking in a fashion school. So i got lots of cute dress, top and skirt from. So happy cause i got all of that for free. Yay! But when i have to pick my three favorites fashion webstore, it goes to asos, forever21, and cotton on.

*Do you consider yourself an artist?

 

Once i got a scholarship to join a fashion design program when i was 12. And i still continue to study about that. in my free time, I usually draw and paint. my genre is surrealism. And yes, i play piano too! But, for now i spent my time mostly for school. I like math cause i think they are art too. An art of numbers. LOL! I love art, and i have a different point of view with others about art.

*What are your favorite colors to work with and why?

 

Blue!! Electric blue, sky blue, navy blue. I like blue a lot. I can play any of colour with blue. Blue can be fierce, and even sweet. I love blue so much! Even my favorite phone case is the blue one. My favorite shoes is the blue one. I just can't get enough blue things. Blue is the new white for me.

*Where can readers find out more about you and your work?

 

Http://www.twitter.com/zismac

http://www.instagram.com/zisma

Http://lookbook.nu/zismac

*What are your likes and dislikes?

 

Likes: colorful, pattern, floral, sheer, simplicity, maxi skirt. Actually, i try every style, sometimes i wear vintage, and in the another day i wear edgy.

Dislikes: animal print. Yeah animal print. It looks silly for me. But i adore people who can wear it without looking too much.



Lookbook Interview- Marissa Skarzinski

What does fashion mean to you?

Fashion means the world to me even though I wouldn't say I'm particularly chic and fashion-forward. So much goes into an outfit and looking good and the amount of confidence you put in to a look. That's what fashion means to me, I suppose, being able to construct an image for yourself and feeling confident and happy with the outcome.

Who are some of your favorite designers?

Marc Jacobs. Deisel, and recently Billabong has put out a good line of beach-casual stuff. And Obey. Always Obey.

What are some of your favorite clothing stores/catalogs/websites?


KARMALOOP! I got an exclusive account recently and it's amazing. It's the only place I buy Obey from anymore. Besides that, Swell and Forever 21. I try to keep my purchases cheaper, which is sort of rare I guess if I really wanted to be popular on lookbook.



Do you consider yourself an artist?

I do consider myself an artist. In November I made a band camp for my music project titled Mindless Mumbles. I believe that's on it's 3rd album. I've taken many art classes and really enjoy charcoal drawing, but my number one passion is writing. Mostly poetry (and yes, I've heard all the Sylvia Plath jokes I care to hear)

What are your favorite colors to work with and why?

I really love pastels with greys and blacks because it allows one color to become the focus. I don't like to stand out often so most days I opt for floral patterns, because they're timid enough for people to notice but not really stop and admire.

Where can readers find out more about you and your work?

I spend too much time on the internet. Obviously you can find me on lookbook, or also on Tumblr. My poetry here and my music here.
What are your likes and dislikes?

Likes? In general I like water. I'm from the east coast and live right by the water so it's pretty vital to my existence. Other than that I like hiking, going out with friends, popsicles, and skin.

Dislikes? I suppose I don't like birds very much. Spiders. Needles. Normal things for people to dislike.

What outfit were you most proud of?

Most proud- the outfit I wore to hoochfest with pastel shorts and lacey floral top.

Which outfit were you least proud of?

Least favorite? Man, I guess probably what I wore today. I didn't put it up yet and it might not see the light of lookbook's day. Frumpy beige shorts and a grey urban outfitters tank top. nothing snazzy.

Where do you hope to be with your fashion? [Modeling, fashion designing, top lookbooker, ect]

I hope I can just continue learning about fashion. It's always nice to get compliments, but all I aspire to do with fashion is really just look and feel good about it. However, more hype never hurt anyone.


What advice would you offer aspiring fashion designers/lovers?


Advice to everyone everywhere: People are just people. Don't let anyone get you down and don't pay attention to what anyone says or does. People are just people.

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