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Future Stars: The 10 Breakout Models of 2018 In The Standout Looks of The Season

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Meet the models whose star is about to shine so bright, you’re going to see them everywhere. Draped in looks from 10 designers who put out the most head-turning looks of the season, there couldn’t be a better way to celebrate them.

Primrose Nansubuga

Born: 14th January   Agency: Unsigned

Share two interesting facts about you

I’m an industrial and organisational psychologist by profession. I’m also a foodie. 

How do you take care of your hair? 

I keep it simple, wash and condition it every other 2 weeks, steam treatment once a month, moisturize it every morning, do protective hairstyles. I do string twists a lot to avoid over combing it. I avoid directly heating it too, so minimum or no blow dry and no ironing.
I’ve been using Livara products for a year now, before that I used any hair oil I found easily. I have had the hair for 6 years. 

Hooded bomber – Simma Africa, Choker – Tsenke

Tulle dress – NFKA Clothing by Olivia Nanfuka, Earrings – KONA

Arnold Paul Otigo

Born: 19th June Agency: Joram Model Management

Share two interesting facts about you

I love to be told the truth, although it hurts so much sometimes. I’m also very friendly, something not many people believe.

What’s the most challenging part of being a model?

For me, it’s following trends and staying focused.

Suit – Beau Sapeaur, Sheer overlay – Eguana Kampala

Accessories – Tsenke, pants – Eguana Kampala

Mary Chol Adut

Born: 26th May Agency: Joram Model Management

Share two interesting facts about you

I’m kind and super hardworking. I’m also quite competitive.

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What’s your favourite fashion label?

I love all the local designers here in Uganda, I haven’t worn many of them but still appreciate the creative effort they put in their work. However, Fatumah Asha stands out. Her clothes are so feminine and glamorous. Internationally, I would say Versace.

Ear and finger rings – KONA

Jumpsuit – Gloria Wavamunno

Cropped jacket – Eguana Kampala, shorts – NFKA Clothing by Olivia Nanfuka

Eye-wear- Kifirika, earrings – Tsenke, Jacket – Simma Africa, rucksack – Gloria Wavamunno

Henry Kibirige

 Born: 7th March  Agency: Unsigned

Share two interesting facts about you

 I’m funny and down to earth, which makes it so easy for people to open up  to me. I therefore have very many friends. I also like challenges and competition. This helps to keep me on my toes all the time.

If you were a superhero, what superpowers would you have?

 If I was a superhero, I would be Thunder man. A lot of people do bad things, but they never get punished. I would use my powers to look out for such people and punish them.

Dress – IGC Fashion

Beret – Kai’s Divo Collection, Eye-wear – Kifirika, Jacket – NFKA Clothing by Olivia Nanfuka

 

Kiddy Girum

Born: 6th March  Agency: Joram Model Management

Share two interesting facts about you

I always smile and laugh even when I’m sad or unhappy. I play basketball, if you didn’t know now you do.

Being an Ethiopian model in Kampala, what is the biggest lesson you’ve learned working in a foreign land?

 It’s very important to work under an agency. Back home, I was a freelance model which was quite tough. Even when I got here, it wasn’t easy to book shows before I got an agency that handles my bookings.

Earrings – KONA

Dress – NFKA Clothing by Olivia Nanfuka

Dress – GUY MAZA, belt – Gloria Wavamunno

Gideon Jjunju

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Born: 25th February Agency: Unsigned

Share two interesting facts about you

I’m funny. I’m also a good cook.

Do you have any special talents?

I sing, swim, act and play basketball.

Bomber jacket – Simma Africa, necklace – Tsenke

Jacket – IGC Fashion

Aaliyah Akima Naluyima

Born: 29th May   Agency: Unsigned

Share two interesting facts about you

I am a first born of 5 and I enjoy remodelling and rebuilding objects and items.

What do you wish you were better at?

 I wish I was a better communicator. I’m such an introvert.

Hair – Sheebah by Natna, Dress- Kai’s Divo Collection

Dress – Simma Africa

Hair – Natna Natural Hair, earrings – KONA, choker – Gloria Wavamunno

 

 

Munduru Comfort

Born: 4th November Agency: Joram Model Management

Share two interesting facts about you

I have a very big appetite when it comes to food. Amazingly, I weigh 50kgs just as my little nephew in primary five. I wonder where all the food goes.

I’ve learned how to have tough skin. The models are very different, very good and very many. The industry is tough and the rejection is real. You learn to accept the fact that you are different and it is okay, and that some models are going to be better.
I don’t let rejection break me, because that’s just how life is.

What are some of the tricks and lessons you’ve picked from modelling that make you a better person away from it?  

The trick is, Be nice, Be nice, Be nice. You never know who is watching. Character is very important because in this industry, we get to meet different people. With the models, every one may come off with different energy and vibes because we are all fighting for a spot. But when you are nice, it’s a plus. Saying hello to everyone that you are working with, saying thank you and smiling at people is very important.
Even when you don’t want to, swallow your ego and fake it. Eventually, it becomes a part of you. The universe has a special liking for nice people.

Eye-wear- Kifirika, necklaces – Tsenke

Cropped jacket – Simma Africa

Belted dress and pants – Kai’s Divo Collection, Finger rings – KONA

Maruk Janet Frances

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Born: 17th June   Agency: Unsigned (Managed by Ibiara Karen)

Share two interesting facts about you

I’m quite tall, I’m told. I also have great skin, I’m also told.

What are your dreams and aspirations as a model?

 Working with international fashion brands. I also dream to have my own fashion brand.

Dress – Kkoolo

Kon Piom Peter

Born: 3rd April   Agency: Joram Model Management

Share two interesting facts about you

I’m friendly and humble. I always choose to be different and unique, challenging my imaginations. I’m also an actor.

 If you had to choose between modelling and acting, what would you go with?

I would choose modelling without much thought. Then, I wouldn’t have to worry about reading scripts to express myself. In modelling, expressions are based on self-creativeness and talent. It always reminds me to be who I am, rather than trying to be somebody else.

Coat – IGC Fashion

Accessories – Tsenke

 

On Kiddy – NFKA Clothing by Olivia Nanfuka. Primrose – NFKA Clothing by Olivia Nanfuka, Aaliyah – Kai’s Divo Collection by Kaijuka Abbas, Comfort – Kai’s Divo Collection by Kaijuka Abbas, Adut – Gloria Wavamunno

Stockists 

Gloria Wavamunno

Eguana Kampala 

IGC Fashion

Kifirika 

GUY MAZA

Kkoolo

Kai’s Divo Collection

NFKA Clothing by Olivia Nanfuka

Simma Africa

KONA

Beau Sapeur 

Tsenke

Sheebah by Natna

Natna Natural Hair 

Credits

Photographed by Photo Etc Ltd

Hair by Isingoma Sam (Emolsam DNA)

Makeup by Vanny Glam

Photography assistant – Haqim

Shoot Assistant – Brussels Luutu 

Creative Direction – Hassan & Banji Bagwana

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