Does height matter in the world of of modeling or the traditional culture,of using height as one of the traits to describe one as a model should be eroded. In an exclusive Interview,Zimbabwean model Royce Gavi talks about his modeling future and if whether height plays a major role in the world of modeling.
Q.Hi Royce Gavi briefly can you describe yourself?A.Royce is a 21year old model from Bulawayo who advocates for Mental health as he believes for any change to come about ,we need to tackle the mind. I also am a model coach and upcoming designer for Scarlet Studio. My hobbies are basketball and script writing.
Q.When did you discover your modeling career?A.I discovered my modeling career soon after writing my Advanced level Exams in 2021.
Q.They say height does matter in the modeling industry,do you believe that it’s true?A.Yes height does matter but it differs with brand requirements. I would like to believe it is compulsory for a male model to be 1.75m but it is time to change the norm and promote inclusivity.
Q.Take us to your success ,what inspires you to achieve your goals?A.Am an individual who is wildly self driven and believe anyone is capable as long as they mind and put effort in a certain goal.
Q.You are Mister King International Zimbabwe can you tell us more about your role and title?A.Unfortunately i didnt manage to participate in the international pageant due to reason beyond my control but I believe when the time is right, definitely i would want to carry Zimbabwe on my shoulders on the ladder to pin the flag high.
Q.What is your take of Zimbabwe’s male modeling industry?A.Zimbabwe male modeling industry is precisely growing at the right pace, as a number of male pageants and fashions are emerging . However i feel like more could be done.
Q.If given a moment to represent the national which pageant would you choose?A.Upon application to the Mister Universe , i was chosen to represent Zimbabwe, which am hoping to be part of sometime this year if all goes well but if it doesn’t , i strongly believe I only fail when i stop trying. However i am really fascinated about Mister Supranational
Q.Aside from being a model what is Royce Gavi known for?A.I would like to say maybe a national costume designer. I’ve designed at least two national costumes which have been recognized as best at an International level
Q.Lastly given a moment to choose between Paris Fashion Week and New York Fashio n Week what will be your choice?A.Thats a tough one as i think both of them are very valuable and worth. Since i was i child I’ve always wanted to walk the Paris Fashion week
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