Victories in beauty contests and multiple titles opened to Maria Platonova - the first beauty of Moscow, a door to the world of fashion industry. During the years of modeling career she became the face of the world’s beauty-brands and cosmetics. She is famous for collaboration with various designers. Today, a welcome guest of social events will share with us the story of her success.
When did you first thought about the possibility to participate in beauty contests?
I am trying to remember and understand that I even did not think or plan to participate in beauty contests. It happened by accident. I was a second year student, and once after study I needed to take a photo for documents. The owner of a photo studio, saw me, and insisted on my participation in the contest, which he organized. I certainly did not agree. After some time, a person from him applied to me and after all persuaded.
Describe how do you prepare for competitions? Does anyone help you or you deal with everything yourself?
It’s unable to cope with everything myself. There are certain rules for beauty contests. Professional directors and various experts work with all the participants throughout the training period, and sometimes this period lasts for months. But on stage you still need to be natural. This is the challenge - to be yourself in unusual conditions.
How did the victories in beauty contests influence on your life? What did you win for - recognition, fame?
I know that for many participants the contest itself was the impetus, a springboard to the development of themselves. To me it added self-confidence, faith and vitality. After all, the competition - is long adventurous year. Your life will be more interesting, you will learn many new things, get some experience, because this is important. Victory do not get me off my complexes and problems. I have them, like all normal people. The victory gives the platform that helps to achieve more in the future.
Do you have any traditions or superstitions before going on stage, which you regularly follow to?
Of course, have. The most important thing before going on the stage - think of the bright moments in life, recharge yourself with memories, and a smile will appear by itself. Confidence and a positive attitude help to cope with the excitement. And then charged with light energy, you go on the stage. I’ve got one more very important ritual, but it is private and cannot be opened. Let it be only «mine».
Today you are, won’t afraid of this word, «skilled player» on the podium. All opportunities are open to you. What more would you like to achieve in the modeling business?
I plan to work, gain experience and continue to improve myself in the modeling sphere.
You are incredibly beautiful girl, and it is a merit of Mother Nature. But the natural beauty is needed to
be support. Share the secrets of care.
There are some traditional beauty salons that I regularly visit. For me it is a pleasant time, but I do not have enough of it. Internal harmony and inner beauty are also important. Exercises help to relax and give a yield of negative energy. For home care, I use cosmetics «Alina Zanscar».
How do you deal with uploaded everyday life? Whether there are such moments that you just want to turn your phone off or cancel all meetings?
It is important to stop and rest, even if you realize that you cannot afford it. I just do this - make a good, tasty and enjoyable lunch. I cannot turn off the phone, because in addition to the basic work, I have responsibilities that I need to do.
You are on the top of your career, and spend a lot of time on it. What place does family take in your list?
In fact, now I strive to create a family. I want to meet a decent man and give birth to many children.
What do you look at men, in the first place? What qualities do you appreciate?
I like well-groomed and neat men. First of all, I pay attention to the suit and sense of humor. For me the ideal man should be the master, a noble and decisive.
Spring is coming, and you are a perfect example of inspiration for our readers. What can you wish to them?
Approaching of the spring is hard to ignore when all around reminds us of it. I wish all the girls - colors in this season! After all, we are so similar to those wonderful small florets. Gentle, feminine and fragile like them.
