Maya

Star Sign: Leo

Where are you from? Munich in Germany but now I live in Weßling. 

Languages: German, English and French

Find me on Instagram: @maya.resc 

Find me on TikTok: @ma_ya.re

Any other socials? Snapchat: maya.resc

Were you scouted? Yes, I was scouted for the Elite Model Look contest. It’s a funny story because my mum and I wanted to post our first Instagram Reel together. After we did, someone reached out to her about me and we ended up having a Zoom meeting, where she told us about the contest.

What are you most looking forward to learning at the Elite Model Look World Final? I am looking forward to learning more about the fashion side of the modelling industry, since I have mostly experienced commercial modelling so far. I’m also excited to meet people from different countries and to get a better overall understanding of the industry.

Who are your model or fashion heroes? For me, Zendaya is a big fashion inspiration. I really like her style and how she always looks very well-dressed. I also admire that she is an actress, since I enjoy acting as well. She has been an inspiration to me for a long time, especially because she is a strong fashion icon and someone I can relate to in lots of ways.

What are your hobbies and interests? Acting, skiing, swimming and baking.

What's something most people would never guess about you? I’m someone who actually enjoys cleaning and I’m always cleaning and tidying my room!

What is a small thing that makes you happy? Good weather and sunshine.

Describe your personal style in one sentence: My style is mostly clean and elegant, with a mix of basic pieces, but sometimes I like to add pops of colour and patterns.

Name a designer you would wear head to toe! Zimmermann. 

What is a song that always lifts your mood? Good Days by SZA.

What is the last book you finished? Don Carlos by Friedrich Schiller. 

What are your favourite subjects to study? Business and law.

What would be your dream career if modelling did not exist? A pilot.

A moment that changed how you see yourself: The moment I started to love my curls and wear them instead of straightening my hair.

Vacation - beach, mountains or city break? Beach.

Name the top destination on your bucket list? It was New York but now it’s London.

What do you want people to remember about you? I want people to remember me as someone who is very friendly, open and fun to be around.