Hi There, my lovely readers! Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a great fashion model? Perhaps you ever caught yourself scrolling through modeling jobs, just to check if the universe might still have a glamorous backup plan for you?
Picture provided by Allison Weiss Brady
If you’ve ever scrolled through Allison Weiss Brady’s Instagram, you’ll see she lives in a world where glamour, good causes, and great lighting all seem to get along. 🙂✨📸
She’s the sort of woman who can attend a charity gala, save the world a little, and still look like she’s stepped straight out of a lifestyle editorial. Meanwhile, I’m over here wrestling with an inbox that’s moments away from declaring a state of emergency. 😅🔥📬
Allison, however, is a master of fresh starts and radiant optimism. She’s living proof that it’s never too late to chase a dream, start a new chapter, or even outshine the sun in a photo. 😊🌞📖
Therefore, when she agreed to an interview, I knew I was in for something special. Her answers were warm, witty, and sprinkled with an insight that makes you want to reorganize your entire life. Well, I could delete those 3,000 unread emails before they unionize. 🙃📚💌
Now then, settle in, get comfortable, and pour yourself something soothing. Don’t worry if you’re unsure what to drink. I’ve tasted enough tea varieties to qualify as a one‑woman tasting panel. As a seasoned winter chicken should. 😌🍵🐔
I can guide you to the perfect cup. Now, enjoy this conversation with a woman who proves that chasing your dreams is always chic, and cleaning your inbox is always overdue. 🙂✨🧹
Picture provided by Allison Weiss Brady
What is your name? How old are you?
Allison Weiss Brady
50+
Are you on Social Media?
Yes. Come follow me & see what I'm up to at @allisonwbrady.
How many followers do you have?
Over 20,600
Do you work Full-time or Part-time as a Fashion Model?
Part-time
What made you decide to become a Fashion Model? Tell me about your journey.
I’ve always looked better on camera, which is great if you’re a model and not so great when people say it when talking to you directly. :-)
My journey has been an off-and-on labor of love. The modeling career began when I was in my early 20’s and its trajectory has really expanded from there.
It’s more age, size, and ethnicity inclusive than ever before, which means more opportunities for everyone.
How many hours do you spend modeling?
Per week, anywhere from 4-10 hours or more, depending on the job.
Is fashion important to you? Why?
I love fashion, as it gives you the opportunity to make whatever first impression you want.
I use it as a way to convey my love for certain styles, colors, and even incorporate unique jewelry from emerging artists of brands or items I purchase when traveling.
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What are your successes and how did you achieve them?
Success is able to get booked for modeling jobs in an array of areas including fashion & accessories, beauty, hair, and lifestyle. I've been able to get booked for a range of jobs by working out-- cardio, Pilates, yoga-- as well as eating healthy and taking my vitamins, including ones for hair, nails, and skin.
It's also important to keep improving on your skill set- for example, I recently went to Coco Rocha Model Camp- shoutout to my group CRMC 132- to hone up on my posing skills.
When you change your look, then be sure and take new digitals or photos so that potential clients have your most updated look (hair color and style, etc.)
Show up early to a modeling job- at least 30 minutes early. That gives you time to settle in, put away your belongings, and be ready to go at the start time.
What’s something you might want to do in the future?
My goals are to get signed by a big NY modeling agency and to do a national print campaign for a makeup or hair brand.
Is the name of the Brand important to you when you model clothing?
The brand isn’t important to me, what’s important is how can I help showcase through my modeling the best features of whatever product I’m wearing (clothes, hair accessory, lipstick, etc.) if I’ve done my job well, then it will inspire the viewer to purchase the item.
Describe your personal style of clothing?
Quiet luxury, luxe sporty.
How did you find your personal style? Do you have a signature look?
I often use mood boards to put together looks that I want to wear to a special event. I’ll start with a lot of pieces on the mood board and keep removing them until I achieve my desired look.
Signature look: Effortless chic, mixing of high & low brands to create an upscale, yet approachable and hip look
In the fall & winter, you’ll often catch me in a Brunello Cucinelli suit with a collared polo underneath, or double breasted Kiton cashmere jacket with a cream or black silk dress pant.
Cashmere twin set sweaters from Chanel, crisp white button-down shirts from Valentino, and pants made from scuba material from Maison Marie Saint Pierre.
For jewelry, I love my Hermes silver link necklace or a single strand Hermes necklace I’ve purchased abroad from France or Monaco. Or a piece from ILYAN jewelry.
For rings and bracelets, I like to wear mixed metal tones of gold & silver or have their stones or leather details that work well with the color and design of the outfit I’m wearing.
Shoes of choice are ballet flats from Chanel or Lanvin, pointed flats from Fendi or sneakers from Brunello Cucinelli or Zara. I’m already 5’ 9 1/2”, so I don’t usually opt for heels.
These days I’ve been gravitating toward the tone-on-tone look in pretty winter whites, tans, burgundy, and navy.
Picture provided by Allison Weiss Brady
Do you have an influence on other people’s clothing style?
I think people are receptive to seeing and hearing my recommendations. I often suggest great brands or websites to shop at, where people can find something there that best fits their price range and style.
What are in your eyes the best trends at the moment?
Cropped cashmere sweaters that come in fun colors from brands like Kujten, which I first purchased in Belgium, and recently purchased at Saint Bernard in Houston.
What are in your eyes the worst trends at the moment?
Oversized and too long blazers that don't give someone a great shape.
What kind of fashion advice would you give us?
Know your body shape (apple, pear, etc.) and choose cuts and styles that work well with those shapes. Don't be afraid to mix it up and try new styles and designers. Support your local designers; attend shopping events where they give a % to charity and discover new looks there. Most importantly, try to balance being comfortable while looking chic.
Who is your style icon and why?
I have two- Olivia Palermo & Alex Riviere. They both have such effortless, perfect style. They look picture perfect every day while sporting a wide range of looks. I follow them on Instagram to get inspiration.
Is there something else you would like to share with us?
If you’re looking to save money shopping for top, stylish brands, try these tips- 1) Shop from The Outlet app- I learned that from a top fashion stylist, 2) Shop off the Rakuten app, where you’ll get cash back, and 3) Before you shop off a retail outlet, use Grok or another Chat GPT to get the most recent coupon codes to apply to your online purchases.
If you shop often at the same brick & mortar retail stores, shop with the same salesperson- They’ll know your size and what styles look good on you- and can help you put together the chicest looks that you can wait to wear!
And have fun- fashion and modeling are all about expression- so have a great time combining new looks and trying out new poses to find ultimately what looks best on you.
Picture provided by Allison Weiss Brady
A heartfelt thank you to Allison for sharing her world with such generosity, wit, and unfiltered honesty. Your stories, your spark, and the way you navigate the fashion universe with equal parts intuition and intention are nothing short of magnetic. Every answer felt like a little masterclass wrapped in charm. ✨💫
If this conversation has tickled your curiosity even a smidge, consider this your gentle nudge toward even more discoveries. There are so many brilliant creatives waiting to surprise you — think of it as a mental fashion refresh, but without the laundry pile. Go on, indulge a little. Your inner muse will thank you. 👗📚🌟
Hope you like my blog.....Until next time.....Have a nice day
Renata (Seadbeady)
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