MODEL ANGELICA PARIGORIS PLANS TO NOT ONLY WALK THE RUNWAY, BUT ALSO THE MOON

BY JENNIFER VIKSE • PHOTOS BY SAAD GERGES

INDUSTRY: How did you get your start in modeling?
ANGELICA PARIGORIS: I started modeling when I was 16. I used to take the bus into New York City to go to runway model castings.

IM: Does your background influence your look?
AP: My mother was a free spirit, so naturally I lean toward having a more relaxed, free flowing look.

IM: Where are you currently living?
AP: Right now I live in Jersey City, New Jersey.

IM: Tell us about your career.
AP: I’m in school to be an astronaut, and I’m really excited to go to the moon one day!

IM: Tell us about some gigs you’ve done.
AP: I’ve walked in the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week for Richie Rich and Ivana Helsinki. I’ve also done some fit modeling for Vintage Havana.

IM: What do you hope for your future?
AP: I want to rent an RV and travel across the country.

IM: What are a few of your favorite things?
AP: My dog, painting, art, music, the summertime, my family, sunflowers, and thunderstorms.

IM: How would you describe your look in three words?
AP: Tall, dark, and handsome [laughs].

IM: How would you describe your personality in three words?
AP: Lighthearted, kind, and unconventional.

IM: What did you always want to be when you were growing up?
AP: Since I was little, I always wanted to be a ballerina. I actually took a ballet class in college.

ANGELICA PARIGORIS
AGENCY: POSH MODELS
AGE: 28
HEIGHT: 5’9
WEIGHT: 130
MEASUREMENTS: 33-24-34
SHOE SIZE: 8
HAIR COLOR: BROWN
EYE COLOR: GREEN