A hilarious behind-the-scenes diary of week two modelling full-time in Seoul - from chaotic castings and freezing springwear shoots to flea market culture shocks and feeling truly “booked and busy.” Discover what life is really like working as an international fashion model in South Korea, navigating agency life, e-commerce shoots, unexpected racism experiences, and finding joy in the madness of a new city.

After weeks of keeping it quiet, I’m finally sharing my next big update - I’m moving to Seoul for a ten-week modelling placement. From contracts and measurements to visas, and haircuts, this post takes you through exactly what preparing for a modelling placement really looks like.

Nineteen is a very strange age - old enough to feel pressure, young enough to still have no idea what you’re doing. I thought I had it all figured out… until I didn’t. Here’s what happened when I let go of my “plan” and learned to be okay with feeling lost.