Q: Maria Evgenia, your career is developing rapidly. You are represented by the world’s leading fashion agencies and became a digital sensation when you hit 800,000 followers on Instagram. Was this, or was it something else the turning point that helped you go international?
A: Of course, Instagram opens many doors for me, but I also think it happened over time and because of my desire to do what I wanted most.
Q: What qualities do you think make a model truly successful in our time?
A: What helped me the most was my desire to work in something I love – the fashion industry, and to surround myself with the right people. You have to be confident, positive, and perseverant at the same time.
Q: What projects or shoots do you remember most and why?
A: One of my favorite campaigns was for Benetton, where we spent all day taking incredible photos for the brand. Another memorable experience was my Carrier commercial filmed in Korea with people from all over the world. I also really liked the commercial I recorded in Japan for a spa chain last year. Working in Japan was my biggest dream.
Q: You are not only a popular model but also a businesswoman. What inspired you to create a company that offers colorful and vintage cars for filming?
A: At Airwerks, we love the cinema and movie scene, and we always see classic vintage cars on set. So, we thought, why not to add our personal collection to movie and production shoots here?
Q: Which cars from your collection are most in demand?
A: Usually there’s a mix of cars, but the most popular ones are the Ford Galaxie and the Porsche 356 Roadster.
Q: How do you see your career developing over the next five years?
A: I have been modeling for a long time, traveling around the world, and discovering new cultures and people. I have met incredible individuals in this environment who gave me unique opportunities to grow. The best is always yet to come…
Model: Maria Eugenia @maruhourmi
Photographer: Saeed Bintowq @saeedbintowq
Dress: MANEL @manelfashion
PR: @say__media