Canadian born Amanda Nimmo has been modelling since the summer of 2010 and in September 2011 took to her first Paris fashion week walking for Kenzo, Damir Doma, Carven, Vionnet and more. Look Books for Vanessa Bruno and Alexander Wang followed.
In March 2012 Amanda walked for 23 shows including closing for Chloé. She secured her first campaign for Sonia Rykiel FW12 and for SS14 fronts the Victoria Beckham look book.
Her magazine credits include Flare, Wonderland, Vogue Japan, Interview Germany and Elle Canada.
Age: 20
Birth date: July 18
Birthplace: Canada
Ethnic Origin: I’m Canadian – but my family’s background is mostly Scottish, with a touch of Irish and English
Nickname: Nimz, Nimbot, Nimanator, Nemo… the list could go on with witty last name puns
How were you scouted: On the street in my hometown
Best feature: Physically, my hair or skin
Favourite beauty product: Olay daily facial moisturizer
Favourite food: Ice cream/fro-yo/gelato
Hobbies: Anything outdoors
Fitness Regime: I do yoga and fitness classes once or twice a week if I can find the time and a gym’s close by
Favourite Movie: Anything Disney, I’m a sucker for cartoons
What was the last track you listened to on your iPod: Brother – Matt Corby
Guilty Pleasure: …Country music
Dislike: Airport security and taxes
Dream country to visit: Madagascar
If you got to relive one day in your modeling career it would be: One of my first shoots, I was extremely awkward but it was so exciting, and new!
Who are your idols: Most of them are close family and friends
What was the last thing to make you laugh out loud: A really unfortunate auto correct
What was the last dream you remember: I can never remember them for very long after I wake up
One word to describe yourself: Goal-oriented
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