Kate Moss' half-sister Lottie, 13, set to cause a storm in the modelling world after being 'signed to the same agency' as her supermodel sibling
Her elder sister was famously discovered at John F Kennedy airport in New York when she was just 14 years old.
However for supermodel Kate Moss’ half-sister Charlotte – known as Lottie – it appears merely an appearance at her sibling’s wedding has been enough to launch her career.
Lottie – who is Kate’s father Peter’s daughter with second wife Inger - does not turn 14 until January.
However, she posed for her first 'test shoot' which took place last month.
It was organised by her sister’s agents Storm Model Management and, in particular, Sarah Doukas – the agent who famously discovered Kate in New York.
Last night, the sisters’ father Peter Moss exclusively told the Mail it was ‘early days’ as far her any future plans were concerned, though Lottie had a ‘lovely time’ on the shoot, which took place last month.
He explained: ‘It’s early days really. Storm, Kate’s agent, felt that it was worth giving Lottie a test shoot and seeing how she turned out. She had a lovely time and she seemed to come out quite well – so everybody’s happy so far.
‘It will be very strictly controlled because she’s not 14 yet so it’s very early days.
‘It will all be left to Sarah and Simon at Storm to decide what the best way ahead is. So we’re going to have a chat with them later in the year, possibly before Christmas, just to decide how to go forward.
Stand out: The 13-year-old (centre back) was noticed immediately by fashion critics as part of the supermodel's bridal party on July 1
Stand out: The 13-year-old (centre back) was noticed immediately by fashion critics as part of the supermodel's bridal party on July 1
‘It was a nice experience [for Lottie] to have a good photographer and the life of a photographic model, a day in the life as it were, but an exciting day for her.’
Mr Moss explained that considering the economic conditions and the rising cost of higher education, youngsters should make the most of any ‘opportunities.’
He said: ‘Well, you have to take advantage of any opportunities that come along haven’t you? If things work out for Lottie and she eventually gets some work it could help her in her future.
‘It’s getting harder and harder to get jobs, university and things like that - so if she can get a couple of jobs early on and get something behind her maybe it makes life easier.’
The pictures were taken by photographer Andrea Carter-Bowman, a rising star in the industry. Miss Carter-Bowman is often used by agencies for first shoots because she has a reputation for putting young models at ease.
At a youthful 26, she is regarded as being able to ‘connect’ with young models, according to industry sources.
However, it is believed Mario Testino – one of sister Kate’s favourite photographers – is already being lined-up to photograph Lottie for her next shoot.
Lottie was one of 15 bridesmaids at the supermodel’s wedding to Jamie Hince in Southrop, Gloucesterhire at the beginning of July.
Following that public appearance, modelling agencies soon rushed to sign up the willowy youngster. They were said to be enamoured with her porcelain skin, blonde hair and cheekbones.
Fashion bible Vogue magazine said Lottie was 'already showing signs she will follow in her sister's footsteps.’
While Carole White, the founder of Premier Models who launched Naomi Campbell's career, said: 'Lottie looks beautiful and fresh - a very English rose look.’
'Generally you need the height. Kate is an exception to the rule because models need to be 5ft 9in to 5ft 11in. I think Lottie would make a lovely young model.'
Fashion expert Karen Kay said the teenager’s classical beauty is very 'now', adding: 'She’s even got a Cindy Crawford-style mole on her chin. She’s the full package. If she plays her cards right, she could eclipse Kate.'
Lottie already models vintage clothes for the Peter and Inger’s store in West Sussex.
Miss Doukas - the founder of Storm Model Management - famously discovered Kate Moss at JFK Airport in New York. Kate was returning from a family holiday in the Bahamas and was aged 14 at the time.
A year later, she appeared in a black and white photoshoot for the Face magazine, titled The Third Summer of Love.
That shoot would become her springboard to modelling fame, which has led to Kate amassing a fortune estimated at £48million.