Iako je tek na početku svoje međunarodne karijere, Antonia Pfeiffer već uspešno balansira između studija na City St George’s Business School i sveta modelinga, pokazujući da se disciplina i kreativnost savršeno nadopunjuju. U razgovoru za Harper’s BAZAAR otkriva kako je ušla u modeling, šta je inspiriše u modi i životu, kako joj preseljenje u London menja pogled na stil, ali i kako strast prema politici i muzici oblikuje njen svakodnevni svet.
Kako uspevate da uskladite studije i modeling?
Definitivno može biti izazovno, ali ja vidim oba sveta kao nešto što me obogaćuje. Na City St George’s Business School učim kako da razmišljam strateški i dobro se organizujem – što mi mnogo pomaže i u modelingu. Istovremeno, modeling mi daje prostor da budem kreativna, upoznam nove ljude i steknem međunarodno iskustvo. Dakle, umesto da se takmiče, ova dva sveta se zapravo nadopunjuju.
Šta vas je preseljenje iz Nemačke u London naučilo?
Kulturni šok je bio manji nego što sam očekivala, ali London mi je pružio potpuno novi osećaj otvorenosti. Grad je neverovatno raznolik, brz i internacionalan – stalno ste inspirisani. Mislim da je to uticalo i na moj pogled na modu: u Nemačkoj stil je obično klasičniji, dok su u Londonu ljudi smeliji i eksperimentalniji. To me motiviše da i sama više eksperimentišem.
Kako ste ušli svet modelinga?
Iskreno, bilo je prilično neočekivano. Pristupili su mi i isprobala sam nekoliko manjih snimanja – i brzo sam shvatila koliko mi se sviđa. Kreativni proces rada sa fotografima i dizajnerima na stvaranju nečega me odmah fascinirao. Nije bio moj san, ali sada ga osećam kao nešto što mi savršeno odgovara.
Postoji li dizajner ili brend sa kojim biste posebno voleli da radite jednog dana?
Inspiracija je mnogo. Posebno bih bila oduševljena saradnjom sa Chanel, jer obožavam njihovu bezvremensku eleganciju. Ali takođe me privlači rad sa mladim, talentovanim dizajnerima koji donose sveže ideje – a London je pun takvih.
Ko ili šta najviše inspiriše vaš lični stil?
Veoma sam pod uticajem klasičnih ikona stila Audrey Hepburn ili Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, koje su utelovljavale bezvremensku eleganciju. U isto vreme volim da unesem moderan zaokret – kroz neočekivane krojeve, teksture ili aksesoare. Taj spoj elegancije i savremenog izraza zaista odražava moj stil.
Pored mode, strastveni ste prema politici i muzici. Šta vas privlači u tim oblastima?
Politika mi pruža način da se angažujem u svetu koji me prevazilazi – smatram važnim da razumem sisteme koji oblikuju naše živote i da imam svoj glas. Muzika, s druge strane, je veoma lična i emocionalna za mene – kroz nju se „punim“ i izražavam. Usklađivanje ovih interesa sa modelingom i studijama može biti izazovno, ali svi se međusobno inspirišu na različite načine.
Na početku ste svoje modeling karijere – koji su vam planovi za narednih nekoliko godina?
Volela bih da nastavim da rastem, kako profesionalno, tako i lično. U modelingu to znači sticanje međunarodnog iskustva, više revija i saradnju sa inspirativnim kreativcima. U isto vreme, želim da ostanem prizemljena u studijama i nastavim da učim. Moj san je da stvorim put gde oba sveta jačaju jedno drugo i omogućavaju mi da kreiram nešto trajno.
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How do you manage to balance studying and modeling?
It can definitely be challenging, but I see both as something that enriches me. At City St George’s Business School, I learn how to think strategically and organize myself well – which also helps a lot in modeling. At the same time, modeling gives me space to be creative, meet new people, and gain international experience. So rather than competing, these two worlds actually complement each other.
What has moving from Germany to London taught you?
The culture shock was smaller than I expected, but London has given me a whole new sense of openness. The city is incredibly diverse, fast-paced, and international – you’re constantly inspired. I think it has also influenced how I look at fashion: in Germany, the style tends to be a bit more classic, while in London people are bolder and more experimental. That motivates me to try out more myself as well.
How did you get into modeling?
Honestly, it was quite unexpected. I was approached and tried out a few smaller shoots – and I quickly realized how much I enjoy it. The creative process of working with photographers and designers to bring something to life immediately fascinated me. It was never my “childhood dream,” but now it feels very right.
Is there a designer or brand you’d especially love to work with one day?
There are so many that inspire me. I’d be especially excited to collaborate with Chanel, because I love their timeless elegance. But I’m also very drawn to working with young, emerging designers who bring fresh ideas – and London is full of them.
Who or what inspires your personal style the most?
I’m very influenced by classic style icons like Audrey Hepburn or Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, who embodied timeless elegance. At the same time, I love giving things a modern twist – whether it’s through unexpected cuts, textures, or accessories. That mix of elegance with a contemporary edge really reflects me.
Outside of fashion, you’re passionate about politics and music. What draws you to these fields?
Politics gives me a way to engage with the world beyond myself – I find it important to understand the systems that shape our lives and to have a voice in that. Music, on the other hand, is very personal and emotional for me – it’s how I recharge and express myself. Balancing these interests with modeling and my studies can be tricky, but they all inspire each other in different ways.
Being at the beginning of your modeling journey, what are your dreams for the next few years?
I would love to keep growing, both professionally and personally. In modeling, that means building international experience, walking more runways, and collaborating with inspiring creatives. At the same time, I want to stay grounded in my studies and keep learning. My dream is to carve out a path where both worlds strengthen each other and allow me to create something lasting.
Tim
Model: Antonia Aurelia Pfeiffer @7a__aa77
Photographer: @krissleta
Makeup: @anastasialawadi
PR: @multi_publications
