1)
Please tell us who you are and what you do for those not familiar with you?
My name is Shenise Bennett and I’m aspiring Model whose
dreams and aspirations are streamed towards High Street fashion and Editorial Modeling.
2)What
2 words best describe you as a person?
Hmmm, I think that I would have to go with VIBRANT and
CARING because no matter what I do in life, I always like to help those who
strive for greatness and in doing so I have a bubby and outgoing personality.
3)What
are 3 things you think makes a good model?
There are many qualities which I feel make a good
model, but seen as you’ve only asked me for 3, then I would have to go with:
DEDICATION – Modeling
isn’t for everyone and therefore if you feel you have what it take you MUST be
committed to it 100% as a lot of time, effort and energy is put into all
aspects of this career.
CREATIVITY- You
must be a person that is willing to ‘think outside the box’ and be versatile
with your looks, personality and mentality.
You have to be able to bring something else other than a pretty face to
the industry, because looking the ‘same’ as everyone else isn’t going to get
you noticed.
PATIENCE- Now
this is a skill that not many people are able to adapt to, but modeling can be
a very demanding and strenuous job, therefore if you don’t have it in you to be
understanding and accommodating all round then you may find it to be quite
tedious at times.
4)Name
one thing you just can’t leave your home without?
*Giggles* that’s an easy one my hair brush. I don’t know what it is but I have this thing
about my hair and the need for it to look good (most of the time). For me, if my hair doesn’t look good then the
rest of me feels out of place. Some
people may call it vanity but I call it taking pride in your appearance.
5)
What are your best assets and why?
Wow, now this is a hard one. From what I’ve been told my ‘Eyes’ stand out
to a lot of people as they are quite big *giggles* I don’t know if I would say
it’s a good thing, but I must admit that whenever I have photo shoots make-up
artists and photographers like to do close up shots and pay close attention to
this part of my body. Another good asset
for me would be my build *shy face* the only reason why I say this is because,
in this industry the majority of models have strict eating diets and régimes,
whereas I have a really fast metabolism which allows me to pretty much eat all
the foods I like without having to worry about gaining lots of weight. I do exercise regularly though, because I
feel it’s important to maintain a healthy living regardless of my chosen
career.
6)Are
you in a relationship/single/married/divorced?
Are you sure you’re allowed to ask this question
*giggles*? I’m married to my career and
happily single as far as the rest of my life is concerned.
7)
What are a few things that attract you to a person?
Well if you mean
in general then I would have to say a person that is outgoing, fun, bubbly,
down to earth, caring and honest. But if
you mean in terms of a partner then I would have to say I like men who are all
of the above plus loyal, hard-working, good sense of humor, ambitious,
affectionate and family orientated.
8)What
would you like most a man in boxers.........bikini briefs.........or a thong?
*Giggles* you really are the fashion POLICE aren’t
you. This question is so personal, but
I’m an honest person so give me a man in BOXERS anytime!
9)What
do you think of Fashion Police News Blog?
I think it’s one of the most informative and reliable
resources for all models, make-up artists, photographers and scouts around.
10)What
make up are you wearing now?
How do you know I’m wearing any *giggles*. I’m wearing
MAC foundation, Rimmel Longer Lashes Mascara, Sleek Eye liner and Carmex lip
therapy.
11)What
music brings you to the dance floor to shake your booty?
I thought you’d never ask *smiles* I don’t have one
particular type of music that gets me moving but I’m a true West Indian girl
through and through so Soca/Calypso and Reggae always gets me moving. But I’m a 80s baby so all types of music from
the 80’s & 90’s is guaranteed to get my booty shaking!
12)If
you had to stay home on valentines with your lover what would you cook and what
would you wear?
*Massive burst of laughter* Are you guys planning on
finding me my ‘perfect’ man *smiles*. Hmmm, again seen as I’m of West Indian
descent I would have to go with Curry Chicken (Trinidadian style) with white
Basmati Rice and a nice glass of Strawberry syrup with Champagne. Dessert would be ME *blushing much* and so
far as clothes go, what is it they say sometimes ‘Less is More’!
13)What
do you love most and hate when dancing with a man?
Hmmm love most is a man that can take control and knows
what he’s doing on the dance floor. Hate
most, the exact opposite, a man who asks for a dance but has no rhythm
whatsoever *giggles* it’s so off putting and makes me feel like I have two left
feet!
14)If
you had 3 tickets to attend any event in the world which 3 events would you
attend?
This is a tricky one. Ok so the 1st ticket I
would want to be backstage passes to see Beyoncé and Jay Z, Beyoncé for her
musical talents and positive influences she gives to her fans. Jay Z, again for his music but mainly for his
passion in the fashion industry. The 2nd ticket would be to attend a
fashion show which would give me access to designers and models such as Russell
Simmons, Kimora Lee Simmons, Tyra Banks, Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Vera Wang and
Gucci. And last but by no means least my 3rd ticket would be to
attend a celebrity seminar with all the top designers, fashion magazines,
editors and models so that I could gain a better understanding and knowledge on
what’s makes you successful and respected in such a high profile and demanding
industry.
15)What
do you think of men who teach women to walk the runway?
I’m not sexist and therefore whether you’re male or
female I commend anyone who is willing to share their time and educate models
on how to improve their walk on the runway.
I actually think that some men walk better than women and so for someone
like myself who is trying to progress, I greatly appreciate and respect their
time.
16)What's
the worse chat up line a guy ever said to you?
I don’t even know where to begin, I’ve heard that many
cheesy lines before that I tend to forget the ones which I know isn’t going to
win me over. But one in particular that
I remember a guy saying to me is ‘If I could rewrite the alphabet I’d put U and
I together’ *giggles* absolutely hilarious.
Really men, this isn’t something that a woman like me would ever take
seriously *covers eyes*.
17)There
are so many models out there what makes you different?
This for me would have to be the most important
question of all. I think that I would
have to say that I’m a model who is not only wanting to be successful but for
me it’s about giving back to others who aspire for the same things as me, but
for whatever reasons have had setbacks.
Not only am I passionate and committed to my career, but my goals go
beyond fame and fortune, I want to be able to show everyone that modeling is
just as important as being a doctor/teacher/lawyer because at the end of the
day it’s a career that once achieved can help to inspire and motive
others. I’m a person that sees beauty in
everyone no matter your colour or creed and therefore I want to be able
to bring a mixture of male, female, black, white, Asian, tall and short
aspiring models into the industry.
18)If
you had the chance to do a photo shoot with any 2 persons who would you choose
and why?
Oh wow, another good question. But again, this is
something I’ve dreamed about for a very long time. My two chosen people would
be Tyra Banks because of her flawless beauty inside and out, not to mention her
experience, knowledge and wisdom throughout the fashion industry. And my second person would be *drum roll* Amber
Rose, the reason why I would chose Amber is because I’ve learnt from her that
looking different can be very rewarding.
She changed up her look entirely by going from long hair to short and
then blonde, and in my opinion it’s one
of the best decisions she could have ever done as it’s given her, her own
identity which is greatly respected by many.
For me she is a perfect example of why being unique is fashionably cool.
19)Who
are your 5 closes friends you love so much?
Awww I thought you’d never ask *giggles*. My BEST friend
Tejay Montague who is a female Vocal Artist from Barbados, she has been given
the title BEST for a reason and that’s because any advice, criticism and
lessons learnt have always taught me well and 9/10 been correct. Then I would
have to say my friend Taree, she’s a friend that I would do anything for and
love more than you know. My cousin and friend Nadine and Gemma, who has always
been supportive and there for me throughout thick and thin. Louise who is
another friend I met in Barbados only last year but has been like an absolute
rock to me, love her bad! And finally but certainly no love lost here my friend
Kalisha who I’ve known for the past 5 years (I think) and I don’t see regularly
but when we do it’s always like we’ve never been apart. I know that’s six but I
have that many people who I consider to be close friends that I can’t just
choose my top 5!
20)What
is one thing people say about you that is so not true that you would love to
address?
Hmmm, well I would hope not a lot but I suppose if I’m
honest I’ve been accused of having more time/caring for my friends more than
family which is NOT true. I’m a very
friendly person that comes from a large family.
I’m the eldest Grandchild, Niece, Daughter and to my immediate family
Cousin which basically means I’ve not had anyone my age group in my family that
I’ve been able to have girly talks with etc.
I find it easier to speak with friends because most things I talk about
requires me to set an example to the youngsters in my family. Added to that, there are lots of strong women
in my family, my mother being one, and I’m a person that is quite in touch with
my feelings and emotions and so I often turn to friends who know how to guide
me through certain situations. I love my
family more than words care to express, if it wasn’t for my family I wouldn’t
be the person I am today and so I would just like to make it known that Family
for me will ALWAYS be a priority in everything I do, but at the same time my
close friends will ALWAYS be a part of me.
21)If
you had to attend a red carpet event which designer would you wear and why?
Hmmm, difficult decision but I would have to go for an
Evening Gown designed by Jovani. I think
it’s more than apparent that the gowns designed are classy, elegant and ALWAYS eye
catching. Right up my street!
22)
Any last words to our readers?
Of course! Thank you for taking the time to get to know
me. I hope that I’ve given you a greater
insight of me as a person and my aspiring career choice? To anyone out there who wants to pursue a
career within fashion or Arts & Craft Industry then please just keep on
working hard, never give up on your dreams, even if you do stumble across a few
hurdles in life. They are there for you
to learn from and in doing so you will come to realize that anything in life
worth having is definitely worth fighting for.
Should you wish to contact me then please follow me on twitter
@clarrissaimodel and add me on facebook – Shenise Bennett.
Thank you to the Fashion
Police for your time and interrogation *giggles* as you can tell I’ve had great
pleasure in answering all of your questions, and I can quite safely say that
for the first time in my life I’ve been cautioned by the (Fashion)Police but
for all the right reasons! Thank you
once again and I wish you all the best for the future
