Face of Fashion male finalists introduce themselves
Following the announcement of the finalists of the Limpopo Face of Fashion 2018 Runway Model Competition last week, this week Polokwane Observer focuses on the nine male finalists. The male finalists, Tiaan Pienaar, Erens Rachidi, Ferrol Harmse, Liam Scott, Kyle Geddes, Phillip Malatji, Franco van Biljon, Zondile Sathura and Xandin Pascal, shared a little bit …
Following the announcement of the finalists of the Limpopo Face of Fashion 2018 Runway Model Competition last week, this week Polokwane Observer focuses on the nine male finalists.
The male finalists, Tiaan Pienaar, Erens Rachidi, Ferrol Harmse, Liam Scott, Kyle Geddes, Phillip Malatji, Franco van Biljon, Zondile Sathura and Xandin Pascal, shared a little bit about themselves.
Limpopo Face of Fashion 2018 Runway Model Competition, presented by Ace Models Limpopo, is the first of its kind in the province. Ace Models Limpopo owner Jacqueline Ferns said the weeks between now and the final will be extremely busy for the finalists. “They will be attending various classes before the final including runway walking, social media, photography and public speaking,” she said.
The top male and female winner of the Limpopo Face of Fashion 2018 Runway Model Competition will each walk away with
R15 000 cash, an international modelling contract with top international modelling agency Ice Model Management and various beauty and clothing prizes valued at some R100 000.
Ferns thanked all the sponsors who have come on board. These include Ice Model Management, Mall of the North, Polokwane Observer, Limpopo Toyota, Loolness, photographer Natalie Loots, Icon, Visionworks, Sorbet, Woolworths, Miladys, Foschini, Panarottis, Ocean Basket and Park Inn by Radisson Polokwane.
With the final set to take place on 1 September, there will also be a pre-finals party on 31 August. Tickets for the events will go on sale soon.
Story: KAREN VENTER
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Tiaan (18) says he loves to draw and paint. “I keep myself busy trying to play the guitar, composing a bit of music on my laptop and drawing my own comics. I’d love to go into the film industry and do modelling as it is also part of the creative world,” he says.Erens (23) is studying towards a BA degree in development studies and is also a qualified lay counsellor giving support to individuals in his community experiencing emotional hardship. “I have experience modelling and have modelled for some of SA’s established designers such as David Tiale, Antherline Couture and Palse by Paledi Segapo. I would love to walk the runway for Milan Fashion Week and be on the covers of top fashion magazines one day,” he says.Ferrol (19) describes himself as a God-fearing, hard-working and goal driven young man who would like to be a successful businessman doing modelling part-time. “I am also a rugby player and very passionate about the sport. I recently represented Limpopo at the Craven Week and look forward to representing the province in other ways, such as this competition.”Liam (22) says he is new to modelling but loving every moment. “Being a model has helped me boost my confidence and driven me to be more ambitious about life,” he says, adding that he also enjoys singing and has just started teaching himself to play the guitar.Kyle (23) is an avid reader and passionate animal activist who believes in equality of all creatures. He describes himself as a simplistically complicated individual. “I aspire to becoming a greater teacher than those who taught me.”Phillip (25) works as an administrator at an estate agency but says his passion is modelling. “My passion in modelling is in expressing my style of clothing. I love style especially semi-formal and formal wear,” he explains and adds that he has also started advising others what to wear to look smart.Franco (16) would like to be an electrician after school and his hobbies include fishing, hunting and watching movies. “My role model is Margo Fargo, a Miss South Africa 2018 finalist as we have a lot in common. Her quote by Wayne Dyer, ‘My circumstances do not make me what I am, they reveal who I have chosen to be’ is spot on,” Franco says.Xandin (18) says his friends would describe him as enthusiastic, goal driven, and a natural leader. “From a young age I’ve aspired to be like my idol, soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo. The way he uses his public image not only to be the face of major clothing brands but also to build his own brand is something that has always inspired me.”Zondile (20) is a professional model and dancer who aspires to become a TV and media personality. “My role model is TV personality Bonang Matheba. I adore her with every fibre of my being! She inspires me to strive for nothing but success in life,” he says.
