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Daria Werbowy

Teratel said:
The best description, that is making me laugh! :lol: :lol:
You are not mean, but funny! :lol:
I agree with cuteshoes215. Daria's eyes are almond-shaped and her face is very feline-like, but I think that look is beautiful!:wub:
 
Is the shot she done for ELLE CHINA shooting in beijing?
I decide to buy the Elle China immediately for the interview of Daria.
 
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just in case, if she says something new in the interview, could you make a translation of some extracts? not everything of course, just the highlights and if they're new.

i just woke up so i'm not sure i understood the latest posts. just in case, all the pics - apart from the small new one - are the same as in every elle interview that's been out so far... :flower:
 
Here's my translation :) I've never read the English version, so I just did the whole first page because I don't know what has been said already ^_^ If you do notice some differences already, I can translate the rest as well :)

Rising from Ashes

Daria Werbowy
Just be Myself

Daria: The new proper noun that replaces the term "Supermodel;" To gain this status is an indication that the public's attention towards her has extended beyond the boundaries of a mere model. Within the short period of less than two years, this young lady from Canada went through an incredible journey towards fame and fortune. Her appearance on over 50 runways in the 2005/2006 Fall/Winter season, her part as the principal character in the Chanel short film for television, her new role as the new spokesmodel for Lancome, and even the rumors of her relationship with actor Josh Hartnett have all been hot topics in the past months. Some say that she has already become a huge star, but Daria just winks adoringly, saying, "I'm just being myself!"

Daria is 23 years old, with a fresh and sweet appearance but also a somewhat wild personality. Her hair is a beautiful shade of hay yellow (Haha, that's what it really says!), and her long legs extend lazily as she lounges, looking almost skinny beyond belief. The result of getting good amounts of rest has made her look glorious, with her cat eyes glittering constantly and her skin retaining a flawless, glowing complexion. Her beauty, without explanation, is already a story of its own -- yet Daria's iwb story is far from being as simple or lucky as that of a fairy tale.

"I was anything but Cinderella," she laughs, "And I'm not a Hollywood starlet who was randomly discovered on the street, either. I must say, nothing was as easy as people imagined it to be."

Daria was born in Ukraine and emigrated to Canada with her parents at the age of three. By the time she entered high school, she was already past 1.80 meters in height. The words she heard from nearly everyone around her were along the lines of, "You're the perfect mannequin -- you should model."

Thinking that modeling might be a "fun" thing to do, Daria registered to compete in a model competition at the age of 14 and snagged the top prize. Afterwards, she signed with the modeling agency owned by the mother of a friend. But because her parents insisted on her finishing her high school education first, Daria only went on go-sees or took photographs occasionally, and she even found spare time to work at a shoe store or do other odd jobs just to earn more money.

After graduating high school, Daria headed to New York City with the aspiration of becoming a professional model. But with the repurcussions of 9/11 still prominent within the city, the entire industry was in a bit of a slump. Moreover, in a world already dominated by Russian and European models, her Ukrainian heritage did not give her any advantage over her competitors.

That's it for now! ^^
 
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brillant. there're some different details, so i think we're all eager to read the left parts... thanks! :)
 
there're certainly some small details different from what we've read before
i think they actually did the interview in person, not just translating the previous interview
 
i'll translate it! :flower:
the rest of the interview:

“So, I couldn’t even find one job!” Daria shrug and mocked, “Yes, from one agency to another, going back and forth non-stop. But there’s no job, not even one! That’s a time that you don’t want to look back. You opened your eyes with hope in the morning, and then fall asleep disappointedly at night. It’s the same everyday, until you didn’t have hope anymore.”

Afterwards, she stayed in Paris for 6 months, and then moved to London for 2 months. Hoping to get some jobs, but things didn’t turn better. Daria’s modeling career was like cursed by the 9.11, there’s nothing gained at all. Daria was totally disappointed.

“I told myself over and over again that I’m never going to live a life like this anymore, never to be in this industry that makes you lose your self-esteem anymore!”

Daria, just turned 20, went back home in Canada with broken dreams and enrolled into an art school. Days passed by and everything has settled down, Daria’s heart started to be unsettled. How can a beautiful, talented girl to be willing to see the end of life when it just started? So she told herself, why don’t I try again? She walked on the runway again, for the fee of the art school.

Daria’s hand ran through her hair and smiled confidently, “I’ve said I’d never be a model again, but look, isn’t me back again? And now, I’m feeling better than any moments in my life!”

Daria’s confident came with reasons. Because right this moment, the whole world is under her feet.

The Lucky Platform

Returning to the runway after a year, the goddess of luck smiled at this strong and persistent girl. Daria signed a new agency. Through the agency, she passed Prada, Chanel such famous brand’s interview and the narrow runway suddenly became so wide.

“About one and a half year ago, my most important chance came,”, Daria seems a bit excited, “Yes, it’s the job with Lancome. They read my file and felt interested in me. I was invited to be in a unofficial meeting, mainly with the marketing people from Lancome. To be honest, I was very nervous but I didn’t do any preparation. Because I know there’s no need to act in front of such a team. The only way to be appreciate is just to be yourself.

So Daria talked about her view on beauty, elegant, sexiness to her own family and her passion for charity work in the meeting. Daria’s exquisite beauty and unique personality soon capture the heart of the picky Lancome and they give the honor of representing the whole product line to this twenty something Ukraine girl.

“The most unforgettable experience is the shooting of the Hypnose fragrance. I thought the photographer would be very harsh. Unexpectedly, they are all very nice to me and even encourage me to express my thoughts on the creation of commercial. You have to know, this is very rare to a model. Normally, after make-up and hair-do, we’d be pushed in front of the camera and do the post or expression according to the photographer. Nobody has ever asked me to show the true self of me. And Lancome is exactly telling me to do that! They keep on encouraging me to show my unique charm. The shooting process was relaxed and enjoyable; it’s just like fusing the beauty inside and outside together, like I’ve the ability to connect with this brand. The feeling was fantastic!”

Many people think that it’s just all about luck that Daria can represent Lancome. To that, Daria raise her eyebrow without care, “I won’t deny myself being lucky. However, without those 2 years of unbearable experience, I would never have the unique confident and the knowledge of life like I have today. Since Lancome believes that I can show their beauty and unique, then I think, that must take more than luck to make it.”

Daria’s tone is calm and with a attractive smile. Indeed, Daria has become one of the supermodels in the fashion industry through Lancome. But she has not slow down her moving-forward-pace a bit. Just like what Lancome asked of her, this excellent spokesperson is growing and changing with the brand. And every change, make Daria more mature and attractive.

Attractive woman with cat eyes

If you ask Daria which part of her she likes most, she would answer you with a thought, “Eyes!”

Daria has pure, beautiful cat eyes, with a trace of mystery. You can try staying close to her, study her, but you’ll never know what exactly her true thoughts are. This girl seems to born with the amazing, mysterious charm, raising your curiosity every seconds.

Daria admitted herself, “I’m a mysterious woman, that’s why people are so interested in me. Actually, this is fatal to anyone, the more mysterious you seem, and the more attractive you are.”

She spent her childhood in Canada and her life was surrounded by forest and the sea. Daria loves to travel and she especially like the sea. Being so close to the nature makes her has the wild and mysterious side of animals.
“Just like Lancome’s Hypnose, close to the nature with a trace of mystery.
The most amazing part of it is even it is very woman-like, it won’t be too feminine. It excluded too much smell of flowers and has the slight smell of wood. Just like the forest after rain, deep and sexy like dreams.”

There are certainly a lot of admirers for a girl so sexy and dream-like like Daria. After the rumor with actor Hartnett, Daria was in another rumor, dating a celebrity. Daria laughed sneakily, “Love is about giving and sharing with one another. For a woman, the most important thing is to open your hearts and be brave to share yourself. Giving her what he needs and yet, not giving all of you. You always have to keep a secret place of yourself that is mysterious and not to be offended. You belong to each other but being independent and fresh all the time. This is how to keep a long relationship.”

Loneliness deep inside

What has changed in Daria’s life when she transformed to a supermodel from an ordinary girl?

Daria gave it a thought and answer it firmly, “I think the inside of me hasn’t changed a bit. I’m still a outgoing and nature-loving girl. What has changed is the lifestyle for now and the people around you. You know, when you became famous, there’d be many people surround you. The larger surrounding circle, the harder you get in touch with the true world reality. There’re always different voices trying to change you. At this point, it needs you to think about it carefully, trying to know who is telling the truth and who wants something else from you.”

Daria put her hands on her chest when she speaks. A clever woman always knows how to listen to the voice deep inside her.

“I draw,” Daria continued, “this is a good way to calm myself. In this complicated industry, you have to keep your heart and mind calm. I always bring along my sketch book. I’d draw the scenery or people wherever I go. Drawing can help myself to calm my emotions and reflects my own mind.”

Daria puts a heavy weight on keeping her heart independent and never be affected but the outer world easily. Just like her walk on the runway, no matter how expensive the clothes are, her charm won’t be covered by the clothes. Her elegant walk and eyes are always showing her own unique charm. Fashion master Armani has once compliments her, “Daria seems to be expressing herself every moment, and fused with the emotions that needed to express fashion, not more or less.”

“Listen to your heart, then you’ll know what makes you happy.” Daria said so.

My future is not a dream

Daria is a girl that wouldn’t settle down. She wants to be in different jobs since small. The girl who takes the fashion industry by storm has already sneaked into the film industry. She’s now a producer in a movie.
“The script of this movie was written by a friend of mine. It’s mostly about the life and love of young people and their road of growing up and changing. However, since I’m too busy, they can only contact me through phone calls. I would tell them okay or not, yes or no.”

Daria laughed happily, clearly enjoying this power of control. “When I’m not a model anymore, I wish to try different kind of job, like movies or arts. Oh yes! I have to set up a foundation for children.”

There’s good and bad side of being famous. When it gives Daria the highest honor, it also takes away her freedom of being a normal person. Daria’s schedule is always full and seldom has free time. About that, Daria doesn’t have much complaint. She smiled and said, “Because I’ve the time of failure, I know the feeling of being jobless. That feeling makes you lose yourself and your confidents, feeling like you’ll never be able to pick yourself up again. But once after you stand up again, you’ll find stronger confidence and learnt how to treasure every moment now.”

The success Daria achieved with great efforts taught her to never give up and treasure every chance.

“It’s the same to every girl who wants to be successful. When you’re tired, you can give up for just a while. But if that’s really your dream, why don’t you tell yourself that maybe I can give it one more try?” Daria thought for a second and said, “To those who are already successful, the low-sides in life are not as scary as it seems. It’s just the preparation of your next challenge. It’s also a moment to be treasure.”

Daria’s smile is full of charming wisdom. When you’re successful, enjoy the success; when you’re in the low-sides, enjoy life. She has already see through the mystery of life. What else can stop this beautiful and intelligent young girl to the future?

Daria laughs, shrugged, “I don’t know either, maybe I’ll become a movie star!”
 
these articles make me willing to read something critical about her. :rolleyes:

thanks anyway.
 
eword said:
these articles make me willing to read something critical about her. :rolleyes:

thanks anyway.

yea... that interview is sooooo so so so full of compliments and makes me feel like reading a novel about an ancient goddess or cinderalla rather than an interview with Daria...
however, those descriptions of her are really beautiful, which are hard to express through English^_^
 
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yeah, i guess so. you were very brillant too. :clap: at our translators!!

this article it a bit too full of compliments though and in the end you've the feeling she's a bit spoiled. anyway, i think the best part is when they say you never understand what she's really thinking. that's so true, even in tv interviews. very feline! :rolleyes:
 
actually, i like this interview (not the full of compliments part)
cause it did let her talk, try to ask her more about life, the things they talked bout are a bit deeper, unlike all those promotion interview we've read so many time
i can get more 'Daria' in this interview
 
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Thanks pinkylam! Less work for me! :clap: :rofl:

Haha, I moved to the US at the age of 9, but my parents never let me forget about my heritage. We still speak Chinese at home -- My mom speaks Szechwan, my dad speaks Cantonese, and they both speak Mandarin...but I'm the only one who speaks all three dialects fluently because it's just the way I was brought up in the household (Even if we moved across the globe). I still read Chinese novels and write calligraphy, amongst other things! :flower:

pinkylam is right, though, this article uses such beautiful Chinese descriptions that many terms have almost no equivalent in English (Unless we edge on using words that sound utterly cheesy), but I truly love how they adore Daria so much ^_^
 
Oh, really? I speak Cantonese and Mandarin too. BTW, the descriptions in Chinese are really beautiful and I think you (both faith and pinklam) did a good job.
 
u're welcome~
since i live in HK, Cantonese and Mandarin is what we must know, English also^_^
 

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