Galore’s Model Of The Week is the 20 year-old, Brazilian bombshell, Ismenia Lima at One Management! When I first saw Ismenia, I literally died. I mean…the HAIR, the FACE, the ACCENT! We anticipate a VERY busy fashion week for Miss Lima, so we suggest that you book her NOW! Follow Ismenia (@ismenialima) on Instagram to get all the latest on her adventures in NYC!
Where/how did you get discovered?
I was with my friends in Brasil a couple years ago and an agent spotted me while I was playing volleyball.
3 things you can’t live without?
My running shoes, iPod, and boyfriend.
Tell us an interesting fact about yourself.
I wake up every morning at dawn, right when the sun is coming up, and run around Washington Park and the Village.
Favorite part about modeling?
So far travelling has been the highlight.
Best beauty secret?
It’s all pretty natural.
Where do you like to hang out in between castings?
I’m always at this bar in Williamsburg called Surf Bar.
Qualities of your dream guy?
Intelligence is key.
Favorite song of the summer?
I’ve been going through an obsession with the Beatles lately. I’m listening to “And I Love Her” right now.
Interview: Jeremy McClain
Photography: Nicholas P Elliott
Makeup: Jenny Scarpelli