COVER ITALY EDITION - MAY ISSUE - GLOBAL
Photos: Liya - @dontmoveandsmile - @elleffe.studio
Model: Sthefany Mendes @sthefanymendesff
Team Hooks:
Fashion Director: Matheus Hooks - @directorhooks
Design and marketing: Matheus Lopes - @mathlopes
Interview: Nubia
Sthefany Mendes is a renowned fashion model and influencer. Originally from Manaus, AM, she is also known as Sther by those closest to her. Currently, she resides in Milan, Italy. She is a woman who loves to travel and has visited several countries. She plans to visit many more, as for her, life is made of moments, and collecting the best moments makes life happier.
As a successful influencer who works with her image, Sther always seeks good habits and reveals some of them in this interview. She also strives to have optimistic thoughts rather than pessimistic ones. She has a strong personality and attitude and is proud of her journey, never stopping to strive to be her best version.
The young woman knew how to take advantage of the resources that the internet provided her and is aware that her shared content reaches many people, especially the female audience.
Sther is very grateful for everything she has already achieved and for what she will still achieve. She has a lot of willpower and moves forward towards her dreams and goals. There is no doubt that she knows that the achievements she has accumulated so far are the results of her dedication and effort in her work.
We had the opportunity to learn a little more about this authentic and determined woman. Come with us and enjoy this interview!
01 - If you could describe yourself in a few words, what would they be?
"It's a question that makes me thoughtful. But, modesty aside, I consider myself an analytical, decisive, and strong woman."
02 - Sther, on your Instagram, you share a lot about your daily life as well as your travels. Have the trips you've taken contributed to your life in any way? How?
"Traveling is truly my passion! In travel, experiences become transformative, not only because we have the chance to see different places and meet people, but mainly because we can explore our self-knowledge and identify characteristics in our personality that previously went unnoticed precisely because of unique situations to which we are subjected during a trip. I love the expansion of cultural and emotional horizons. One of the best things about traveling alone is appreciating a completely different world, with diverse cuisines and very different languages, as well as approaches to social etiquette, changing pace, climate, knowledge of religions and customs."
03 - Could you name some places you've visited? And which one did you like the most? Why?
"I am a bit biased to speak because I am completely in love with many places I have visited. However, following the history of Rome while being there left me super fulfilled. It is surreal to look at a monument built about 1,951 years ago in front of us, the feeling is as if we were transported back to the ancient society of the Roman Empire, this is the famous Colosseum that began to be built in 72 under the reign of Vespasian and was completed in 80 during the mandate of Emperor Titus. History will always be my weak point and it's no wonder that it is one of the 7 wonders of the world. I was fascinated by so much information and beauty gathered in one place."
04 - What is a place you have not yet visited but still intend to?
"There are many countries that I still dream of visiting, and I will. But as I love to learn more about the history of a place, Egypt is on my priority list for the next destinations."
05 - Sther, you are very stylish. How do you feel knowing that you are a reference of style for the female audience?
"Since I was very young, I have had a fascination for the fashion universe. I found myself watching fashion shows like Paris Fashion Week, Victoria's Secret, among others. With the development of social media, especially Instagram, I started to follow global trends and, in my daily life, I began posting my looks and receiving satisfying feedback. That was when I started to stand out and have more visibility. Although it is still a bit recent, I am happy to be a source of inspiration for my followers and friends, I feel grateful, but I have intentions of expanding more in this niche."
06 - You are a woman who not only follows standards. Have you always had personality in your style?
"Yes, since I was young I liked to put together my own looks, daring in combinations and colors, which is not much different now. I have my own style, but I also love to be up to date with the current trends. I don't just dress because most people are wearing it, I guide myself by my style, quality, and if I feel good. Therefore, I have always had my own personality both in style and in life."
07 - Could you mention your biggest inspirations in life and professionalism?
"Life is the purest reason for inspiration. Everywhere, there are people and situations that, with the right outlook, can be the subject of a great story. Our interior is the purest source of wisdom. When the outside world is not enough to inspire you, seek what is within you."
08 - It is noticed through your Instagram that you are very vain. Could you reveal to us some self-care practices that you practice?
"I practice some self-care habits, and I can mention a few. Every morning, I am grateful to God for the day. Then I pay attention to physical care with excellent skincare products. For mental and social care, I take charge of watching some emotional intelligence platforms. Not every day is incredible, but the secret is to know how to nourish the soul with positive thoughts."
09 - Do you have daily habits? What tips would you give to someone who wants to improve their routine to have a more productive week?
"Yes, I do. I love my routine, that is, my habits. It may seem silly, but starting the day following the protocols that I will write down below can have excellent results:
Wake up earlier.
Drink about 2 liters of water.
Be thankful for the day. Stretch.
Take a good shower and a great breakfast.
Avoid your phone while taking breaks.
Plan your day and be happy."
10 - Last question, but not least important: if you could display a message on a billboard, what would it be?
"No one can step into the same river twice, for when they step in again, they do not meet the same waters and their own self has also changed."
