Photographer Jaap Strijker at EE Agency – Fashion Editor Tricja Cotterrill – Model Hakim Deng at The Movement Models – Grooming by Suzanne Verberk at NCL Representation – Photography Assistant Eliza Kania // Sweater JIL SANDER – Trousers NANUSHKA – Scarf EXTREME CASHMERE
Shirt and Trousers ARMA – Belt LOUIS VUITTON // Sweater and Boots JIL SANDER – Trousers NANUSHKA – Scarf EXTREME CASHMERE
What’s the first thing you think of when you wake up in the morning?
First of all I thank God for another day, and then I check in on my loved ones, my family and friends.
How did you get into modelling?
It was a remarkable and special day for me.
On 6th of June 2022, I went on my first date with a girl, and after the date I missed my train home. There was a homeless guy who asked me if I had some coins, but unfortunately I had no cash on me, so I offered to buy some food and he said yes. Then on our way to the nearest restaurant, a guy called Robbie ran after us and told me: ‘You look so beautiful and I’d love to represent you as a model with the Movement Models in Amsterdam’. The homeless dude was so excited for me and said: ‘You can be a star one day!’. So I said: ‘Okay, I’ll do it’, and that’s the story of how I became who I am today.
What do you think the red flags in a relationship are?
Not being patient, and creating an abusive relationship.
Turtleneck FISHERMAN via AFURA STORE – Gilet MAI GIDAH – Trousers ROHÉ – Skirt EXTREME CASHMERE – Shoes REFERENC // Jacket, Trousers, Belt and Boots LOUIS VUITTON – Turtleneck LA COLLECTION
Total Look WILLIAM FAN // Knitwear and Balaclava Hat MAI GIDAH – Turtleneck EXTREME CASHMERE – Trousers MAI GIDAH
Has your personal style changed since you started working as a model?
Yes, my personal style has changed a lot. When I started modelling, I realised that there’s a connection between the person and the clothes they wear.
What’s your relationship with social networks like? Going off this, have you ever tried social media detox?
Yes, I detox from social media by setting time limits.
What’s one thing you don’t like about yourself?
One thing I don’t like about myself is that I’m too honest sometimes.
Sweater ROHÉ – Trousers MAI GIDAH // Top NANUSHKA – Trousers STUDIO NICHOLSON via AFURA STORE – Boots JIL SANDER – Hat HUL LE KES – Belt COS
Trench Coat LA COLLECTION
If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would you be and why?
Panyagor, my village in South Sudan. That’s where my historical background is, and it’s also a place where you’re surrounded by nature.
What’s your favourite song?
‘Bere yinyin wel ya Nhialic’, it’s a gospel song!