One of the more noticeable things about living in New York, is that you do actually rub shoulders with supermodels on quite a regular basis.
On my first trip to New York back in 2010, my girlfriend Maddy and I used to sit outside at La Esquina, sipping on margaritas and playing ‘spot the model’ — it kept us entertained for hours!
But is the life of a New York supermodel really as glamorous as we all think and how does one actually become one (aside from being blessed with perfect genetics)? Perth-born Aussie supermodel, Bridget Malcolm has not only been featured in top fashion mags such as Harper’s Bazaar and V Magazine but is one of the dreamy Victoria’s Secret models.
One of the more noticeable things about living in New York, is that you do actually rub shoulders with supermodels on quite a regular basis.
On my first trip to New York back in 2010, my girlfriend Maddy and I used to sit outside at La Esquina, sipping on margaritas and playing ‘spot the model’ — it kept us entertained for hours!
But is the life of a New York supermodel really as glamorous as we all think and how does one actually become one (aside from being blessed with perfect genetics)? Perth-born Aussie supermodel, Bridget Malcolm has not only been featured in top fashion mags such as Harper’s Bazaar and V Magazine but is one of the dreamy Victoria’s Secret models.
That is a question I am still asking myself. This life is so incredible and I am so lucky to be living it! I think that strong willpower and tenacity allowed for it to happen — I am not a New Yorker at heart at all, I prefer wide spaces and coastal living. But I’ve now stuck it out for nearly eight years, and my career keeps getting better.
What are some of your favourite places to go in the city? Restaurants, coffee shops, shopping? Places you go when you’re feeling homesick?
The best coffee in NYC has to be C & B in the East Village. We are there nearly every morning playing backgammon. I love Greenpoint — loads of amazing coffee shops, food and genuine people. If you head into Bushwick on the L train there is some fantastic vintage shopping.
I am a big fan of Lincoln Centre; I have started to take audit classes at Juilliard and love heading up there to see the philharmonic play. Whenever I am feeling homesick Nathaniel (Hoho, Bridget’s boyfriend) and I hop in a car and drive out to where he grew up in central Pennsylvania.
What do you love about living in New York and what do you find to be the most challenging?
I love that you have access to anything you could possibly ever want. If you have a hankering for Japanese French fusion food at 3am there is access to that. There’s always an incredible art gallery opening or gig. I struggle with the constant stimulation and find I need a lot of time recovering. I am very much an island girl at heart!
What do you miss the most about Australia?
The chilled people, the beaches, the weather, the incredible food ... I love coming home and will make the trip for just about anything!
How does the fashion/modelling industry differ in the US to Australia?
I find the US market to be much more confident about what they do — but the standard is incredibly high in Australia. I am always so impressed by my home country and love seeing the incredible artists and talent that comes out of there.
Is the life of a Victoria’s Secret model as glamorous as we all think?
It really is amazing! They are such a lovely big family, who treat their girls incredibly well.
What are some of your favourite Aussie designers?
I’m obsessed with Zimmermann and Lover!
What advice can you give to someone wanting to ‘make it in New York’ as a model?
Be patient, develop a relationship with your agent, be nice to everybody (because everyone also is rising through the fashion scene and you want to be a happy memory!) treat this like a full time job because it is and it will be over before you know it. And keep light hearted about it — it’s only fashion!
Written By Isabel Thomson
Source: new,com,au
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