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SHADES OF GRAY
The new breed of It models lands on Philippine shores, led by CATRIONA GRAY. The native Australian breathes life into the high fashion designs of Michael Cinco, Veejay Floresca, and Eric delos Santos while simultaneously booking the biggest commercial campaigns. Did we also mention she croons as cool as a lounge diva? By Giano D. Dionisio Photos courtesy of IM Agency
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hen we first met her, for a photo shoot by the beach, tender-hearted model Catriona belted out Rihanna in between layouts. Now, the nubile teen is quickly becoming a fixture in Manila’s night life, singing at awards show afterparties and brushing cheeks with society. Never one to misbehave, Ms. Gray keeps her swank lifestyle in line.
WHIPPED INTO SHAPE
My musical taste doesn’t greatly reflect in my fashion. In fact, the music I love the most is real moody, soulful music while my dressing is mostly colorful and youthful. They sort of contradict each other and I don’t mind that.
HAND-IN-HAND
Fashion and music are both mediums of expressing yourself. Also, music adds to the façade of the fashion experience. It brings dimension to fashion in runway shows and video editorials. It adds to the feeling of shoots, the ambience of boutiques and stores, and inspires creative minds.
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BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
Eventually, when I own my own place, I’d love to come home, put music on throughout the whole apartment, have a long hot shower, then cook something filling and delicious like bacon carbonara or steak— followed by sweets: peppermint tea and dark chocolate. Then catch up on some sleep! I’m a simple girl, it doesn’t take much to make me happy.
CYCLE OF A MUSE
I hope to continue modeling in all mediums (i.e. fashion, commercial, etc.). The most progress I’d love to achieve would be in my performing—to be able to decrease those nerves, to develop my vocal skills, begin songwriting, and to be well on my way to being able to play the piano. I hope to see myself learning and always growing… so that I may, one day, inspire others the way that other artists inspire me.
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