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We are reminded of Lady Gaga's verse "Hot Like Mexico", when we think of the gorgeous Alejandra Alonso. This Spanish señorita never saw herself as a model in the future, until she was discovered by Traffic Models in Barcelona. Now represented by some of the most prestigeous model agencies worldwide, the 5'10" Valencia native made a relatively impressive fashion week debut during this past Spring/Summer 2011 showseason, walking for top brands such as Chanel, Diane von Furstenberg and Dolce & Gabbana, among others. We are sure many more great things await Alejandra in the industry, as this is just the beginning of an undoubtedly amazing career for the green-eyed stunner.
How did you get started in the modeling business?
Alejandra:
One year ago, I have decided to start it in Valencia. After I moved to Traffic in Barcelona and I was doing some jobs , at the same time I was finishing my studies.
Did you ever think you'd be doing this?
Alejandra:
No, never. I was thinking to be a dentist. I never thought I was going to be a model.
What do you like most about modeling? What do you like least?
Alejandra:
Travelling and know different people, cultures and countries. I miss my family, my dog, my friends and my country and the Spanish food (tortilla de patata).
Have you encountered any surprises along the way?
Alejandra:
Not really, but I just moved to New York 3 months ago and before I was living in Spain concentrated in finishing my studies.
What has been your most awkward moment of your modelling career?
Alejandra:
Nothing for the moment. As I told you I just started.
Have you developed any new interests since you started modelling?
Alejandra:
Fashion, clothes. Before I was never paying attention and I didn't care so much about clothes. Now I love.
What are your favourite things to do in your free time?
Alejandra:
Go shopping, reading, go to the cinema, practice some sports like running, athletics, volleyball.
Out of all the places your career has taken you, where was the most memorable?
Alejandra:
Namibia, Africa. The landscape was so amazing that I was so impressed.
Do you have a mentor? Who? What is it about them that affects you? Why?
Alejandra:
My grandmother. She is such an amazing person!!! She teaches me all the important things in life: to respect everybody and to appreciate what is really important.
Where do you see yourself in ten years? What could be your next career?
Alejandra:
When I finish my model career I would like to study to be a dentist.
What are your best beauty secrets? How do you stay in shape?
Alejandra:
I don't have any secret. I try to eat minimum 3 times per day, healthy food ( a lot of fruits and vegetevals) and drink a lot of water.
What would you want people to know about you?
Alejandra:
That I'm a very easy going person. That I try not to complicate my life with stupid things and only to take care of the real important things.
Favourite all-time model?
Alejandra:
That is Adriana Lima .
Favourite fashion designer:
Alejandra:
Karl Lagerfeld.
Favourite kind of food:
Alejandra:
Española, tortilla de patata
Favourite kind of music? What are your favourite 3 songs at the moment?
Alejandra:
House.
My 3 favourite songs right now are:
Commander from David Guetta, Put your fucking hands up, te gusta from Juan Magan.
Favourite quote:
Alejandra:
follow your own way and not to see what the rest of the people is doing.
I'd like to meet:
Alejandra:
Johnny Depp.
If I were trapped on an island I'd take:
Alejandra:
My iPod, a book and Johnny Depp.
Thank you Alejandra for this great interview!
Special thanks to Raquel from Traffic Models.
note: all answers are original and unaltered - Editor:Theo
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