there are a handful of reasons why Brooke Jamieson is a model to watch.
for starters - she is studying mathematics right now, which i'm happy to announce breaks the mould of models and intellect being mutually exclusive. on the other hand, she has a long history of finesse in the field of dance which brings a new element of body-awareness to her work, while growing up in the same not-so-open-minded / non-capital city as i did has only managed to nurture her creativity and personal style in recent years.
while i do love a simple outfit comprised of jeans and a basic t-shirt, i personally find it refreshing to see a model with an 'off duty' look that would be more likely to involve a cardigan / pom-poms / pastels.
but don't take my word for it, see what Brooke has to say about modelling and her personal fashion interests for yourself..
why did you decide to start modelling?
i saw this photo hanging in the window of a store and immediately wanted to be Siri [Tollerod].
has your personal style evolved or changed as a result of becoming more involved in the world of modelling?
my personal style has changed somewhat since i started modelling, however i'm not sure if this is a result of becoming more involved in the industry or simply just refining my style as i grow older. i am more inclined to take risks with cuts and prints now, and i pay more attention to the design and construction of garments.
do you have a way of categorising your wardrobe? (eg. colour / style / season)
i am currently living out of a suitcase, because i'm back in Mackay with my parents for the holidays and i'm not quite ready to admit to myself that i'm staying here for a while, so i just haven't unpacked at all. back at home, i try to categorise things into styles, but this doesn't always work out.
what inspires your outfits on a day-to-day basis?
i wear clothes that remind me of whatever music i have stuck in my head. i went to see Fleet Foxes at the Tivoli last night, so today i was wearing a floral dress with clogs.
do you tend to mostly buy new or vintage pieces?
i mostly buy vintage pieces, unless i see something in a store that is perfect. i love the challenge and feeling of accomplishment of sewing my own clothes, so if i don't like what i see in stores, i just go home and sew something.
was there a particular person / event that started your interest in fashion?
a combination of Siri Tollerod and Miranda Kerr. the poster of Siri opened my eyes to the idea of being a model, however watching Miranda grow as a model really inspired me.
what characteristics do you believe make a successful model?
persistence and determination. breaking into the industry is far from easy in most cases, so being able to set and achieve goals is important.
do you follow any local or international blogs?
i follow a really well-rounded mix of fashion blogs on tumblr, and my favourite blogs are brightwildeyes and definitelynologic.
is your wardrobe influenced by any particular designers, or more so by street style?
i tend to be inspired by people on the street who remind me of a particular designer or collection. seeing something so conceptual executed really elegantly in a practical setting is captivating.
if you had unlimited money, do you think your style would change?
i don't think my style would change, but my ability to express that style would definitely grow. similarly, if my sewing skills improved i would be less trapped when it comes to seeing a concept in my head and actually being able to make it.
does the style of the city or country that you live in affect your choice of outfit?
yes, because i am so inspired by the people, art and architecture around me. also whem i'm in Brisbane, there is much more freedom to be creative, unlike when i'm in Mackay ad i have to tone things down a lot.
what do you think your point of difference is to all of the other editorial models out there?
i have 15 years of dancing experience, and i think it really shows in my photos and also runway walk. it has been really beneficial to be able to 'get in character' for some shoots, and also because i am quite aware of the shapes i am making with my body, and how the light will fall.
what have you found the most difficult during your modelling experience so far? are there any reasons why you would not encourage other fashion enthusiasts to follow a similar path?
constant rejection because of my body shape. i have high-set hip bones, so i don't have the 'noodle' body that omst models have. this works out extremely well when shooting vintage clothes, however agencies just tell me that i need to lose weight while they point at my hips.
i love my body, and i am not fat, which has taken me a while to realise, and i just hope that an agency feels the same in the future. if girls aren't extremely comfortable with their body, i would not encourage them to be a model, because the persistent rejection and pressure to conform will surely break you down.
(all images courtesy of Brooke's Facebook page)
for starters - she is studying mathematics right now, which i'm happy to announce breaks the mould of models and intellect being mutually exclusive. on the other hand, she has a long history of finesse in the field of dance which brings a new element of body-awareness to her work, while growing up in the same not-so-open-minded / non-capital city as i did has only managed to nurture her creativity and personal style in recent years.
while i do love a simple outfit comprised of jeans and a basic t-shirt, i personally find it refreshing to see a model with an 'off duty' look that would be more likely to involve a cardigan / pom-poms / pastels.
but don't take my word for it, see what Brooke has to say about modelling and her personal fashion interests for yourself..
why did you decide to start modelling?
i saw this photo hanging in the window of a store and immediately wanted to be Siri [Tollerod].
has your personal style evolved or changed as a result of becoming more involved in the world of modelling?
my personal style has changed somewhat since i started modelling, however i'm not sure if this is a result of becoming more involved in the industry or simply just refining my style as i grow older. i am more inclined to take risks with cuts and prints now, and i pay more attention to the design and construction of garments.
do you have a way of categorising your wardrobe? (eg. colour / style / season)
i am currently living out of a suitcase, because i'm back in Mackay with my parents for the holidays and i'm not quite ready to admit to myself that i'm staying here for a while, so i just haven't unpacked at all. back at home, i try to categorise things into styles, but this doesn't always work out.
what inspires your outfits on a day-to-day basis?
i wear clothes that remind me of whatever music i have stuck in my head. i went to see Fleet Foxes at the Tivoli last night, so today i was wearing a floral dress with clogs.
do you tend to mostly buy new or vintage pieces?
i mostly buy vintage pieces, unless i see something in a store that is perfect. i love the challenge and feeling of accomplishment of sewing my own clothes, so if i don't like what i see in stores, i just go home and sew something.
was there a particular person / event that started your interest in fashion?
a combination of Siri Tollerod and Miranda Kerr. the poster of Siri opened my eyes to the idea of being a model, however watching Miranda grow as a model really inspired me.
what characteristics do you believe make a successful model?
persistence and determination. breaking into the industry is far from easy in most cases, so being able to set and achieve goals is important.
do you follow any local or international blogs?
i follow a really well-rounded mix of fashion blogs on tumblr, and my favourite blogs are brightwildeyes and definitelynologic.
is your wardrobe influenced by any particular designers, or more so by street style?
i tend to be inspired by people on the street who remind me of a particular designer or collection. seeing something so conceptual executed really elegantly in a practical setting is captivating.
if you had unlimited money, do you think your style would change?
i don't think my style would change, but my ability to express that style would definitely grow. similarly, if my sewing skills improved i would be less trapped when it comes to seeing a concept in my head and actually being able to make it.
does the style of the city or country that you live in affect your choice of outfit?
yes, because i am so inspired by the people, art and architecture around me. also whem i'm in Brisbane, there is much more freedom to be creative, unlike when i'm in Mackay ad i have to tone things down a lot.
what do you think your point of difference is to all of the other editorial models out there?
i have 15 years of dancing experience, and i think it really shows in my photos and also runway walk. it has been really beneficial to be able to 'get in character' for some shoots, and also because i am quite aware of the shapes i am making with my body, and how the light will fall.
what have you found the most difficult during your modelling experience so far? are there any reasons why you would not encourage other fashion enthusiasts to follow a similar path?
constant rejection because of my body shape. i have high-set hip bones, so i don't have the 'noodle' body that omst models have. this works out extremely well when shooting vintage clothes, however agencies just tell me that i need to lose weight while they point at my hips.
i love my body, and i am not fat, which has taken me a while to realise, and i just hope that an agency feels the same in the future. if girls aren't extremely comfortable with their body, i would not encourage them to be a model, because the persistent rejection and pressure to conform will surely break you down.
(all images courtesy of Brooke's Facebook page)
she is gorgeous :)
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