Buzz Boys
The Models to Watch
An ongoing list of relatively new faces who possess a certain appeal to propel them to the next level. Whether it is that standout moment on the catwalk, a choice selection of editorials or that coveted campaign, here are the current Buzz Boys to watch.
alexander beck
Mother Agency: FM (London)
Scouted in a book shop, Alexander Beck quickly went from a job serving fish and chips to generating great buzz, walking as a Prada exclusive for the fall 2011 show season. Following up his success with ninenteen shows walked for the spring 2012 season and a growing number of campaign appearances for the likes of Wooyoungmi and Adidas Slvr, Alexander is on his way to the A list.
Scouted in a book shop, Alexander Beck quickly went from a job serving fish and chips to generating great buzz, walking as a Prada exclusive for the fall 2011 show season. Following up his success with ninenteen shows walked for the spring 2012 season and a growing number of campaign appearances for the likes of Wooyoungmi and Adidas Slvr, Alexander is on his way to the A list.
bo develius
Mother Agency: Nisch (Stockholm)
Bo Develius just may be Sweden's next top model in the making. Still enjoying his teenage years, the Nisch model is prepping to take the industry by storm with various agencies in the world's fashion capitals signing the young talent. Since his grand debut on the scene, Bo has appeared in editorials for The Room, Velvet, Stockholm and other publications. Venturing to Paris this past season for his first fashion week in the beautiful city, Bo walked as an exclusive for Thierry Mugler. Not losing momentum, Bo appears as the star of Lagom's spring 2011 campaign.
Bo Develius just may be Sweden's next top model in the making. Still enjoying his teenage years, the Nisch model is prepping to take the industry by storm with various agencies in the world's fashion capitals signing the young talent. Since his grand debut on the scene, Bo has appeared in editorials for The Room, Velvet, Stockholm and other publications. Venturing to Paris this past season for his first fashion week in the beautiful city, Bo walked as an exclusive for Thierry Mugler. Not losing momentum, Bo appears as the star of Lagom's spring 2011 campaign.
david chiang
Mother Agency: Elmer Olsen (Toronto)
David Chiang is the latest long haired model to catch the attention of the industry. From a steady start to prized castings for Paul Smith, Missoni, John Varvatos and other labels, David appeared as an exclusive for Dior Homme this past season and continued his runway success, venturing to New York for a packed show season that included labels, ranging from Siki Im to Diesel.
David Chiang is the latest long haired model to catch the attention of the industry. From a steady start to prized castings for Paul Smith, Missoni, John Varvatos and other labels, David appeared as an exclusive for Dior Homme this past season and continued his runway success, venturing to New York for a packed show season that included labels, ranging from Siki Im to Diesel.
jamie wise
Mother Agency: FM (London)
From waiter to model, Jamie Wise is one of London's rising stars. With a Zara campaign under his belt, a not to shabby star on the catwalk, editorials for Velvet, Wallpaper, as well as Citizen K and an entire issue of L'Officiel Hommes Germany dedicated to him so early in his career, there are only great things to come from this Brit.
From waiter to model, Jamie Wise is one of London's rising stars. With a Zara campaign under his belt, a not to shabby star on the catwalk, editorials for Velvet, Wallpaper, as well as Citizen K and an entire issue of L'Officiel Hommes Germany dedicated to him so early in his career, there are only great things to come from this Brit.
leebo freeman
Mother Agency: ADAM (New York)
Official Twitter: @LeeboFreeman
Leebo Freeman made his grand debut this past January by opening the anticipated debut collection of Nicola Formichetti for Thierry Mugler. Since then, the young kick-boxer from Florida has been in and out of airports, traveling for a number of editorials for the world's top fashion magazines, ranging from Wonderland and Vogue Hommes Japan to L'Officiel Hommes Germany. Next up for the ADAM model is a world-wide campaign from a certain popular retailer.
Official Twitter: @LeeboFreeman
Leebo Freeman made his grand debut this past January by opening the anticipated debut collection of Nicola Formichetti for Thierry Mugler. Since then, the young kick-boxer from Florida has been in and out of airports, traveling for a number of editorials for the world's top fashion magazines, ranging from Wonderland and Vogue Hommes Japan to L'Officiel Hommes Germany. Next up for the ADAM model is a world-wide campaign from a certain popular retailer.
lowell tautchin
Mother Agency: Mode (Canada)
Lowell Tautchin is one of the latest stars scouted by Canada's true gem, Mode International. A strong presence on the runway since the beginning, walking for the likes of Prada or Yves Saint Laurent and an editorial regular with work, featured in Arena Homme+, Dazed & Confused and other fashion bibles, Lowell recently exploded onto the campaign scene with Marc by Marc Jacobs, Topman as well as Lanvin.
Lowell Tautchin is one of the latest stars scouted by Canada's true gem, Mode International. A strong presence on the runway since the beginning, walking for the likes of Prada or Yves Saint Laurent and an editorial regular with work, featured in Arena Homme+, Dazed & Confused and other fashion bibles, Lowell recently exploded onto the campaign scene with Marc by Marc Jacobs, Topman as well as Lanvin.
luka badnjar
Mother Agency: Success (Paris)
Luka Badnjar made a stir during the spring 2011 show season, when he opened and closed for Prada. Quite the character, Luka was initially discovered at a student strike in 2008, but was later scouted by Success near the Bastille in Paris. Since, Luka has snagged two cover stories, Hero and b magazine. He has also appeared in stories for Vogue Hommes Japan as well as GQ Style Deutch.
Luka Badnjar made a stir during the spring 2011 show season, when he opened and closed for Prada. Quite the character, Luka was initially discovered at a student strike in 2008, but was later scouted by Success near the Bastille in Paris. Since, Luka has snagged two cover stories, Hero and b magazine. He has also appeared in stories for Vogue Hommes Japan as well as GQ Style Deutch.
malthe lund madsen
Mother Agency: Elite Cophenhagen (Copenhagen)
Malthe Lund Madsen hails from Denmark and made his first editorial appearance in Mario Testino's highly buzzed VMAN story, Candice Does Copenhagen. Making quite the impression, Malthe worked with Testino again with a starring role in Versace's spring 2011 campaign. Since Malthe has hit the catwalk for Trussardi 1911, Z Zegna, Viktor & Rolf, Robert Geller, Y-3 and other labels.
Malthe Lund Madsen hails from Denmark and made his first editorial appearance in Mario Testino's highly buzzed VMAN story, Candice Does Copenhagen. Making quite the impression, Malthe worked with Testino again with a starring role in Versace's spring 2011 campaign. Since Malthe has hit the catwalk for Trussardi 1911, Z Zegna, Viktor & Rolf, Robert Geller, Y-3 and other labels.
miles mcmillan
Mother Agency: DNA (New York)
Miles McMillan stole fall's shows at New York Fashion Week, walking as the brightest new face. From Duckie Brown and Richard Chai to Rag & Bone, Miles had a non-stop schedule. In addition to hitting several of the industry's favorite runway shows, Miles appeared in presentations for Carlos Campos, Native Son and other labels.
Miles McMillan stole fall's shows at New York Fashion Week, walking as the brightest new face. From Duckie Brown and Richard Chai to Rag & Bone, Miles had a non-stop schedule. In addition to hitting several of the industry's favorite runway shows, Miles appeared in presentations for Carlos Campos, Native Son and other labels.
rj king
Mother Agency: Wilhelmina (New York) - Giving modeling a try, the charming boy from St. Louis, Missouri found himself signed to Request and instantly loved as one of the family. Possessing an instant spark, RJ King has woed casting directors and with only a short while modeling, has appeared in editorials for VMAN, Essential Homme and V. Booked solid for his first fashion week (February 2011), the Missouri native is slated for a great career ahead, already have lined up work for GQ Russia.
robin ahrens
Mother Agency: Ford Europe (Paris)
Hailing from Germany, Robin Ahrens kicked off his career by opening Prada's fall 2011 show. Not letting the momentum pass, Robin snagged editorials for Wonderland and L'Officiel Hommes shortly after. From a show season of eighteen shows (spring 2012) to campaigns for Y-3 and Yves Saint Laurent, Robin is not off to a bad start.
Hailing from Germany, Robin Ahrens kicked off his career by opening Prada's fall 2011 show. Not letting the momentum pass, Robin snagged editorials for Wonderland and L'Officiel Hommes shortly after. From a show season of eighteen shows (spring 2012) to campaigns for Y-3 and Yves Saint Laurent, Robin is not off to a bad start.
victor nylander
Mother Agency: Scoop (Copenhagen)
Victor Nylander made his international debut this season, fronting spring campaigns for Dior Homme and Versace. Opening this season's shows for both designers and adding labels such as Prada and Yves Saint Laurent to his runway lineup, Victor made the obvious impression as a face to watch.
Victor Nylander made his international debut this season, fronting spring campaigns for Dior Homme and Versace. Opening this season's shows for both designers and adding labels such as Prada and Yves Saint Laurent to his runway lineup, Victor made the obvious impression as a face to watch.
