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WATCH THIS FACE: DILIA MARTINS

Ph. Jessica Mahaffey

 

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Every week, Bazaar's booking team highlights one name to note, from the industry's best-known faces to girls who are just starting out. This week, we turn our attention to Dilia Martins.

As the birthplace of some of the industry's top supermodels – including Lara Stone, Doutzen Kroes and Daphne Groeneveld – the Netherlands is renowned for its ability to produce beautiful talent, and Dilia Martins is the latest export to grace the catwalk.

Although the 19-year-old's editorial and advertising presence is still minimal, Martins has turned some significant fashion heads already, when Miuccia Prada – the barometer of model greatness – booked her as an exclusive for the Miu Miu autumn/winter 2016 show and a starring role in the autumn/winter 2016 campaign, shot by Alasdair McLellan.

 "Her flawless skin and blue eyes really stood out when we scouted Dilia in her hometown," says Kim Hamersma at A Models Amsterdam. "But when we really got to know her, we just knew she was a real champ. Her persistence and work ethic are out of this world." We chat to the new face about being discovered while Halloween shopping, running and watching horror films.

How were you discovered?

"I was discovered this October while out Halloween shopping with my mother. My agents approached me and asked if I would be interested in modelling. I was quite hesitant at first, but I am so glad that I decided to send in my pictures after all."

If you weren't modelling, what career would you pursue and why?

"If I wasn't modelling then I would have probably gone to university to study law. I never really knew what I wanted to do for a living though, so it's great that I do now."

What would you say has been the highlight of your career so far?

"That would most definitely be the Miu Miu show as it was my very first modelling job. I have also enjoyed every single thing I have done since that so far."

How do you spend your free time?

"I like to go out for lunch with friends or go to the cinema on weekends. When I'm by myself I like to go through my social media or go for a run or a walk. Oh, I've also started liking cooking a lot lately."

Do you have any travel tips for those visiting your hometown?

"Watch out for all the crazy cyclists! They will be everywhere, and they don't shy away for cars, pedestrians… or anything at all really."

What are the three products you can't live without?

"Bobbi Brown (Perfectly Defined Long-Wear) Eyebrow Pencil, Mac Pro Longwear Concealer (shade Nw25) and Origins Ginzing Energy-Boosting Face Moisturiser."

What's your favourite form of exercise?

"I love to just go for a run. I try to think when I run, because this way I can go through all the things I need to do, and distract myself from the actual running at the same time. Just make sure to stretch very well before and after your run, to avoid those joint and muscle aches you get the day after."

What is your dream shoot?

"I would love to do a shoot in one of those lively, busy streets in either China, Japan or South Korea. I've never been to east Asia, so I would love to work there."

Name your five essential items you wouldn't leave the house without

"Lip balm, keys, phone, sugar-free mints or gum and hair ties to tame my unruly hair."

If you had to wear only one designer, who would it be?

"I love Miu Miu. I've always been impressed by Miuccia Prada, her brands and the beautiful collections, but since I walked the show, it's even more special to me."

What kind of advice would you give to new girls to the industry?

"I'm quite new myself, but I would probably tell them not to get too nervous about it all. That's what people tell me all the time and it definitely helped me! And enjoy every moment of course."

Let¹s talk about favourites. What about…

Music? "That would be hip-hop, but lately I've also been into some Motown songs."

Movies?  "I actually have a strange addiction to horror movies. I love watching them, but at night I always regret it so much."

Books? "I secretly enjoyed the books we had to read for our Dutch literary class so I'd say literature, but I also enjoy light-reading novels and magazines of course."

Food? "Indian, for sure, but I enjoy almost any type of food."

 

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source: harpersbazaar.co.uk

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