I am so happy that we are getting emails from up and coming plus models from all over the world. This is how we came across Anastasia Di Fino – a fabulous plus model from Italy.

Why did you decide to pursue a career in the modeling industry? Because I love my body and I like to be observed.

How do you think the media portrays plus size models today whereas a year ago? Are you finding acceptance increasing? Or decreasing? The acceptance is increasing, in fact there’s always some news now about the plus size world on magazines and TV.

Do you have a memorable photo shoot? Crazy outfits? Difficult poses?? Of course I have!! During a shoot, the photographer told me “ Stay in this position and don’t move”…I was crouched wearing high heels and it really hurt my legs!! Terrible!!

What is the acceptance like towards plus woman in Italy? Italy is synonymous of fashion that means skinny models…but now there’re growing up many plus size brands like Fiorella Rubino, Carla Ferroni, Lattementa and many more.

How do you prepare for a photoshoot? Oh, I have a relaxing shower, I put nail polish and then I go sleeping!! So my skin is more beautiful!!

What is your dream photoshoot? I’d like to do a urban style shooting, preferably in London!!

What is the must have fashion item that Italian girls are wearing this winter? Absolutely a pair of high heels shoes with double platform and hairbands!!

If you were not a plus model what would you be doing? I’m studying to become a management engineer!! Because I won’t be a model for the rest of my life!! Years pass!!

Always…study, because beauty must be complemented with intelligence.

Never…trust in other people but only in yourself.

If you would like to contact Anastasia, please visit her website.

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