Sydney Z.
Sydney Z.
California, USA.
Age: 16
Measurements:
Waist: 26"
Hips: 36"
Bust: 34"
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 132 lbs
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Brown
Tell us about yourself (where are you from, age, whatever you want to add)
My name is Sydney Zheng, I'm 16 years old, and I am from Los Angeles, California! I have two younger siblings and strive to be a great role model to them by pursuing my dreams and achieving my greatest potential in school and in modeling.
Tell us about your modeling experience.
I attended a 4-week online modeling camp, do photoshoots with friends and family, and competed in a pageant where I represented Southern California and placed top ten in Nationals.
What is your biggest dream?
My biggest dream is just to be happy and successful in whatever career path I choose, whether it be modeling, medicine, or engineering.
What does it mean to be your own kind of beautiful?
To be my own kind of beautiful means being confident while also spreading that self-love positivity to others around me. I am a major advocate for treating people with kindness and respect, so I feel the most beautiful when I share my joy with anyone I'm with.
How would you describe your fashion style?
I would describe my fashion style as young, feminine, and vintage. I have staples pieces of clothing in my wardrobe that are timeless and can be worn for a long time as I attempt to be as sustainable as possible, such as the perfect pair of jeans, a blazer, and a good-quality white crop top. However, I also enjoy experimenting with fun, patterns, and silhouettes through thrifted statement pieces!
Who or what inspires you?
My family inspires me! They've always supported me to do my best in anything I am passionate about, and it is because of them that I've been able to find my confidence in so many different ways and situations.
What is your advice to someone who is just getting started with modeling?
I feel that I also have a long way to go and improve on in modeling, but my advice for someone just getting started is to practice poses and your catwalk (the internet is a great resource and inspiration), take pictures wherever you go, and don't take rejection personally!
Describe some obstacles you have overcome in your life and how that has changed or shaped you.
Obstacles that I have had to overcome are getting rejected by agencies or not doing the best in a competition (academic, scholarship, etc). Especially when I've devoted a great deal of time and effort into my application or submission, it can feel like I've wasted my time. Nonetheless, it is through these setbacks that I was able to improve on areas that were lacking, and they motivated me to do even better than before.
What makes you beautiful/handsome?
What makes me beautiful is my willingness to help others around me and be a helping hand, while simultaneously working hard on being successful.
What would you say to another girl/guy your age who is struggling with their confidence?
To someone else my age struggling with their confidence, I'd tell them that we truly don't have that much time to do what we want to do in life, and being confident can take you that much farther in that limited time. You don't want to look back and regret not doing something because you weren't confident enough, so find that courage within yourself and accomplish your passions!
