Alina Grimmeisen

How did you get into modelling? By chance or on purpose?

It has been my dream since primary school to model at some point. During the first lockdown I had some time and tried my luck at MODELWERK. I applied online and then everything went real quick.

Which job or photo shoot will you never forget and why?

I think I will never forget any of them. No matter if it was a smaller photo shoot or a job for a big brand. On each job I had great new experiences that I won’t forget.

You had your runway debut last year for Fendi. What was going through your mind before the show?

Before the show I was very excited, but the other girls were all really nice and tried to distract me a bit. Since I used to be a ballroom dancer, I’m used to being on stage in front of a lot of people. But of course it’s very different to dance within a group than to walk alone on a catwalk where everyone’s eyes are on you alone for a while. When the show started I didn’t think about anything and was like in a tunnel. After I walked, all the excitement fell away from me. I still can’t fully realise how lucky I am, but I am incredibly grateful to have had this chance.

That makes you happy?

Successes, whether in school, modelling or my hobby. Also dancing, sports in general and spending time with my friends and family is very important to me.

What are you known for among your friends and family?

I can’t really say. A lot of people always tell me that I have a lot of energy and I’m a bit more hyper, but I think I’m also known for my ambition more than anything else.

What are you most looking forward to this year?

My 18th birthday and hopefully many more great jobs.