Prettyphile Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Mum's tears for Gemma Ward When Gemma Ward made her surprise comeback at Milan Fashion Week, the supermodel's extraordinary face displayed none of the nerves she would have been feeling. Nearly 14,000km away in Perth, far from the eyes of the fashion world, her mother Claire had no need to maintain a poker face. "I must admit I had a tear in my eye when she walked out," Mrs Ward told The West Australian. . "I just felt really pleased for her. It was an important thing for her to come back: she loved modelling, she loves fashion and it just was the right time. "I'd spent a very anxious week leading up to it. The fashion industry is very fickle and you never really know. "Her partner (model David Letts) had never been to Europe before and it was his birthday the day before (the show), so she said 'even if it doesn't come off it'll be a beautiful experience for David on his birthday'." Ward's return to the catwalk for Prada on September 18 after a six-year break after the death of rumoured boyfriend Heath Ledger, shocked and excited the fashion world. The woman named the 10th top-earning supermodel in the world by Forbes in 2007 had kept a lower profile in recent years, despite a foray into acting that included a starring role in The Black Balloon and a small role in The Great Gatsby. In December last year, Ward gave birth to daughter Naia. But Mrs Ward said she always knew her daughter would be back. "She got to see that if she chose to she could have a very normal life," Mrs Ward said. "I always knew she wanted to go back - she had unfinished business. It was kind of hard leaving when she did, she needed to go and spend some time for herself." Speaking to Vogue Australia before the event, Ward said motherhood had boosted her confidence. "I do feel a lot more confident in myself as a mother," she said. "I felt ready to explore working again. I felt this is still a delicate time in Naia's life, she's still young, but the opportunity came at the right time." Vivien's Model Management Perth boss Christine Fox, credited with launching Ward's career, said she was "very excited". "I think we were all quietly hoping she would make a comeback," she said. "Gemma's comeback could not have been planned any better with opening for Prada . . . she nailed it." Mrs Ward said she expected her daughter would focus on modelling in the near term. "She's always been very professional and now she's an adult, she's a mother and I think she really has grown into someone who can see the value of her work," she said. "If the fashion industry embraces her like it did before, and if Gemma can work in a way that has some balance with family life and it doesn't get too frantic, I think it would be amazing. "I think she has a voice now, she's a mature woman and is able to say no. "The industry tells you that the life of a model is very short and you have to say yes to everything and, unfortunately, that's why girls maybe do things that they wouldn't do if they sat back and thought about it. "It's nice to be in a position where you can pick and choose, which I think Gemma's been able to do. She's said no to an awful lot in the last number of years."https://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/entertainment/a/25183519/mums-tears-for-gemma-ward/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balenciagaaa Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Vogue Australia November 2014 HomecomingModel: Gemma WardPhotographer: Jake Terrey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balenciagaaa Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Gemma Ward in 'Summer Wonder' by Country Road Published on 9 Oct 2014. GEMMA WARD FOR COUNTRY ROADWe celebrate our birthday with iconic Australian model and new mother, Gemma Ward. Travelling to the northern beaches, we pay homage to the quintessential summer holiday of sun, sand and sea where traditions are built and memories are made. Celebrate 40 years of Country Road summers in modern Australian style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prettyphile Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 YAY! so pretty <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katchitup Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 She looks so gorgeous for Vogue Australia and Country Road Thank you balenciagaaa! Gemma Ward disappeared from catwalks six years ago to find herself but returns with more power SHE was one of the world’s hottest models, mentioned in the same breath as Kate Moss, but Gemma Ward has revealed why she quit the runway six years ago.“I felt maybe a bit mute as a model sometimes,” she tells STM on Sunday.“And I was exhausted. I wanted time, to find my story, my ... power.”In 2008, after the death of fellow Perth-native and new boyfriend, Heath Ledger, Ward abandoned the career that saw her dominate runways and grace the international covers of Vogue.Aside from cropping up in movies, including Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, Ward, now 27, has kept a purposefully low profile — until now.A mum to baby girl, Naia, 11 months, Ward is now making her fashion comeback.Last month she walked for Prada in Milan and next week will appear as the new face of Australian label, Country Road.And it seems acting runs in the family: Naia also makes her film debut in the campaign movie, Summer Wonder, which was shot at Seal Rocks, NSW.“It’s about family, about nature, holidays on the beach, something we can all relate to,” Ward, who lives with Naia’s father, model-turned-photographer David Letts, said.“It’s about creating a lovely memory for us as a family. I am celebrating sharing (Naia) because she is such a welcoming character.”Read Ward’s exclusive interview in full in this weekend’s STM inside The Sunday Times. http://www.perthnow.com.au/entertainment/confidential/gemma-ward-disappeared-from-catwalks-six-years-ago-to-find-herself-but-returns-with-more-power/story-fnokd1go-1227086572941?nk=fad3b0727237edc8f0eb4277842667ce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katchitup Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 +a couple more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ophelia_Immortal Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Oh my god Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katchitup Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 ^Right? Like this is happening :chicken: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katchitup Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 And a couple more from Country Road Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katchitup Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 "Serenity Now" Sunday Style October 2014 +textless HQ's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cloudrunner64 Posted October 14, 2014 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Awesome! Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mat Cyruss Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 from Vogue Australia #NoTEXT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennka Posted October 16, 2014 Share Posted October 16, 2014 Wonderful, thank you all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsfan Posted October 17, 2014 Share Posted October 17, 2014 Hot mama! :brows: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeege Beckenheim Posted October 18, 2014 Share Posted October 18, 2014 She's the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avika Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I just found out that me and Gemma (and Kendall ;/) share a birthday . Happy birthday Gemma! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prettyphile Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 Comeback mum Gemma Ward is back in Vogue and looking out of this world GEMMA Ward is back to her extraterrestrial best. Known for years for her beautiful alien-like facial features as one of the world’s top models, the Australian is making a comeback after becoming a mum for the first time. Appearing on the futuristic-inspired December issue of Vogue Australia’s 55th anniversary edition, the 27-year-old spoke of how motherhood had changed her.“It has made me much more adventurous, although I already was,” she tells the magazine, in stores on November 17. “But now I get to share that with an adventurous baby and it makes even the smallest outing so fun.”Ward, also an actress with credits in hit films including The Great Gatsby and Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, and partner David Letts welcomed the arrival of daughter Naia last December.In September, Ward made a triumphant return to the catwalk for Prada at Milan Fashion Week.“It felt wonderful,” she said. “It was so much more relaxed to do one show and have my family there, not worried about rushing to the next fitting or casting.“I really enjoyed seeing everyone again and walking the show with energy and character.”Of the future, Ward said: “I plan to keep working, developing my creative talents and my family. I see a very bright future filled with family, friends, fashion, film and fun.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeege Beckenheim Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 Wonderful but why on earth would they photoshop her that much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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