"Well on a Personal Ground, Modeling is Quite a way of life these days. We have Various Part of it, so to Save Every Girl the Drama of Bad Fame, Always know Your Worth and do the Right thing. Though out there Nude Modeling is Ok But We Know Our Culture and Our Background, Promote Creativity and not Nudity"._Gloria Fidelis
Glorian Fidelis is one of the beautiful faces in the latest generation of African supermodels. She has been making waves in the modeling industry. I celebrate her accomplishments with the honor of her Award as the Adamawa's State Miss Central, and also sharing her journey so far in this exclusive interview. In this exclusive interview, Gloria Fidelis shares her journey as a model, her views on African fashion and also offers advice to young female professionals. This is a must-read interview, so grab a chair, sit back and enjoy!
Phils Emjay: Phils Emjay is pleased to have you this beautiful day for a chat. Can I please get to know you Ma'am.
Gloria Fidelis: My pleasure.... I am Gloria Fidelis a student from Moddibo Adama University Of Technology Yola.
Phils Emjay: Great! Tell Me little about yourself.
Gloria Fidelis: Okay, I am from Adamawa state, first of four children.
I am a model, The current Miss central Adamawa and an artist.
I am also a student of Geography 300level.
Phils Emjay: Wow! Exclusive.
Gloria Fidelis: Thank you, and it's God all way.
- Gloria Fidelis On How It All Began
Phils Emjay: Welcome! What does Modeling Means to you?
Gloria Fidelis: Modeling to me is an avenue to express my inner fancy towards fashion. I love fashion bug to an average level and I always keep in mind to do the right kind of modeling.
Phils Emjay: That's Marvelous. How did you get into the world of modeling?
Gloria Fidelis: Ummm! the pageant ushered me in to modelling because I (then) kept myself busy with my artworks and really did not give it room (modeling).
Phils Emjay: Nice!
Gloria Fidelis: Thank you!
Phils Emjay: You have had an exciting career so far- you have met with some of the region's and state's greatest designers and walked in coveted fashion shows. What would you say has been the highlight of this exciting journey?
Gloria Fidelis: Breathtaking!...... I learn to make use of every second spent with these people to improve myself.
Phils Emjay: Interesting!..so, What else do you do aside modeling and your studies?
Gloria Fidelis: Hmmm!.... For now nothing except self improvement.
Phils Emjay: Smiles! You have been awarded and also known as Adamawa Miss Central. How excited you were for the Award merited?
Gloria Fidelis: Very!..... Though, the crown carries its own kind of responsibility, I gladly accepted it, hoping I can be a good role model to future Queens.
Phils Emjay: Wow! Exciting. Talking about challenges, you are currently studying Geography at the university and also doing artistic work with modeling at the same time. How are you able to combine these activities that require so much time and concentration together?
Gloria Fidelis: Wow!..... It is so distracting, at a point I was behind, and with that I deem myself. Now knowing the pressure and its effect I reduced the time I gave to other things and added it to my studies.
Phils Emjay: okay! You see it went smooth.
Gloria Fidelis: Thank you!.... I have to carry my cross and do things right.
- Gloria Fidelis On African Models and it's Fashion Industry
Phils Emjay: Most definitely.
Now, What do you think about the progress that African male models have made in the industry? Do you think they face similar challenges as African female models?
Gloria Fidelis: Well personally, I guess they are breaking boundaries, and though they face quite a difficult challenge compared to the female, they go more wide and visited various places...That's the African spirit.
Phils Emjay: I see!
Who is your favourite African designer?
Gloria Fidelis: Hmmm! orange culture.
Phils Emjay: Why?
Gloria Fidelis: OMG!...they are hilarious yet, Not to talk of the African touch in them.
Phils Emjay: You have shown support for Adamawa by participating in various states fashion shows. From your observations, how do you think we can continue developing the African fashion industry and how do we increase the international profile of our talented designers?
Gloria Fidelis: Simple! By proudly patronizing and showcasing our own able designers.
Phils Emjay: Uhmmm! That's motivating you know.
Gloria Fidelis: Awwww! I'm getting more courageous and motivating.
Phils Emjay: What career tips can you offer to other African models, both in Africa and abroad, looking to break into the international modeling scene?
Gloria Fidelis: Well on a personal ground, modeling is quite a way of life these days. We have various part of it, so to save every girl the drama of bad fame, always know your worth and do the right thing. Though out there nude modeling is OK but we know our culture and our background, promote creativity and not nudity.
Phils Emjay: Word! Because many girls want to model, they can easily fall prey to people who scam them. How can all the “model wanna be” girls out there tell if they are dealing with a legitimate agency?
Gloria Fidelis: Its simple, if the manager insists on nudity which they obviously do, say no. We know much money is attached to it buh a good name is better than riches we are told.
Phils Emjay: That's for sure.
Gloria Fidelis: Yes Phils.
- Gloria Fidelis Offers Tips for Models and African Models
Phils Emjay: What advice can you offer to young African female (models) about properly balancing their career goals with their family life, relationships and other personal commitments?
Gloria Fidelis: Though career life could be demanding, never forget those who stood by you from the scratch. Many ladies use men as ladders to success but things are never done that way because it pollutes one. Always remember those who stood by you.
Phils Emjay: Incredible! That's a hit.
Do you have any pet projects that you are currently working on or hope to work on that relate to Africa?
Gloria Fidelis: Hmmm for now no, I have to clear my dust first to see my future plans.
- Gloria Fidelis Shares her Hobby!
Phils Emjay: Laughs!
How do you spend your free time?
Gloria Fidelis: Listening to music.
Phils Emjay: How do you define a brilliant model?
Gloria Fidelis: Okay a brilliant model is one who knows her worth and is able to balance her personal and career life.
Phils Emjay: Powerful! What about a brilliant woman?
Gloria Fidelis: A brilliant woman is one who dares to be unique, one who does the right thing at the right time, one who never impress but express who she truly is.
Phils Emjay: Beautiful! What should we expect to see from you in the next years?
Gloria Fidelis: Oh my..... Alot of things, especially in the aspect of philanthropy and entertainment. By Gods grace.
Phils Emjay: You're making a whole lot of sense. Are you active on social media? what’s the best way to follow you?
Lioness Fidelis on Facebook.
Lionessfidelis on Instagram.
Phils Emjay: Cool, Please! What's the message you have for your readers and fans?
Gloria Fidelis: Stay real, be original after all if you ain't original how can people learn from you? Do the right thing always.
Phils Emjay: Superb!
Thanks so much for your time and I wish you well in your fashion/entertainment (Model)career. It was an Amazing Moment and a pleasure chatting with you.
Gloria Fidelis: Thanks a lot Phils and thank you too.
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