The fashion photo story with Lilly Marie Lagodka was taken at a ranch, reflecting her spirit of freedom, fierceness and athleticism. The model, who said her proudest campaign she has ever participated in was the campaign for the Goodwood Revival racing festival, shared with Harper’s Bazaar her skincare and healthy living tips.
HARPER’S BAZAAR: Hi Lilly. Who inspired you the most in life and how?
LILLY MARIE LAGODKA: My grandmother Teresa. She showered me with unconditional love, but inspired me the most in life with core values: Sense of discipline, strong faith, and courage.
HARPER’S BAZAAR: What do you think makes a woman truly beautiful?
LILLY MARIE LAGODKA: A woman with a pure heart radiates pure beauty. You can feel the energy from the heart. There is no makeup in the world that can beautify a bad heart. Realizing this is extremely important for our self-esteem. Owning your imperfections makes a woman beautiful.
HARPER’S BAZAAR: Can you describe yourself in 5 words?
LILLY MARIE LAGODKA: Ambitious, Brave, Athletic, Spontaneous, Loyal.
HARPER’S BAZAAR: How do you stay in shape? What’s your secret?
LILLY MARIE LAGODKA: I do weight training, cardio, yoga and cycling. Overall I eat healthy and in balance. But I do treat myself on occasion.
HARPER’S BAZAAR: What do you think are the most common mistakes people make when trying to combine nutrition and exercise for better health?
LILLY MARIE LAGODKA: Running after fad diets. Overall, it is better to follow a consistent, healthy routine.
HARPER’S BAZAAR: With the rise of fast-paced lifestyles, what is your go-to recommendations for quick, healthy meals that don’t require hours of preparation?
LILLY MARIE LAGODKA: My go-to is avocado and egg salad. Super healthy, easy and quick to prepare, and filling.
HARPER’S BAZAAR: What’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learned through your work?
LILLY MARIE LAGODKA: Always be true to yourself and trust your intuition.
*** Creative Team ***
Model: Lilly Marie Lagodka @lillylagodka
Photographer: Daria Valiguras @valiguras
MUAH: Marylin Nuzzo @marylinnuzzo
Wardrobe Stylist: Ester Gattuso @ester_gattuso
PR Management: WaveMags Agency @wavemags
Model Agency: Elite Miami @elitemiami
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