U.K. based Congolese Model LISETTE MIBO talks philanthropy, beauty and dreams
PROFILE
Name: Lisette Mibo
Occupation: Model
Origin: Democratic Republic of Congo
Resides: United Kingdom
1- Who is Lisette Mibo in your own words?
Lisette Mibo is a mother, model and founder of Passion For Motherland fundraising event, created to raise awareness and funds for various chosen charitable causes.
2- Where did you grow up and what values were instilled in you during your childhood?
I was born and raised in the Democratic Republic of Congo until the age of 14 years old when I joined my family (mother, father and 4 younger sisters) in the United Kingdom. Growing up at my parents’ household, we were taught the importance of education, to work hard and to become independent. Respect others first before expecting to be respected.
3- Why did you choose modelling?
Modelling has always been a passion of mine from a young age but it was not until college years that I began taking interest in it; I took a break between 2009 and 2010, when I gave birth to my little princess, returned back early 2011 and the rest is history.
4- Who are some models that inspire you and why?
All the super models that use their success and status to create positive initiatives such as giving new models a platform to be discovered, help charities, etc, inspire me. Some of these top models include Tyra Banks, Iman, Noela Cousaris and others.
5- What’s a typical day like for you?
My typical day usually involves attending casting calls or bookings, looking after my daughter or dropping her off at my parents’/friends’ for babysitting, etc. Now that I am organising my fund raising event, I am usually attending meetings, Radio/TV interviews to promote what I’m doing and sending out/replying to emails.
6- Tell us about your beauty routine and some general tips on how you maintain good/flawless skin.
Drinking plenty of water, not sleeping with make up on, regular facials, eating healthy and plenty of sleep.
7- How do you maintain a trim figure? What types of clothes do you prefer to wear?
I exercise regularly and eat a well balanced diet.
As a model and being in the fashion industry, it is always important to stay up to date with the current trends but I try to be comfortable and express my myself through my outfits.
8- What’s your motto in life?
“Don’t tell people your dreams, show it to them”
IMAGES CREDITS
Model: Lisette Mibo; Twitter: @LISETTEMIBO
Designer: Preby Fumudoh
Photographer: Berna V Photography
MUA: Cassandra Aslandis
HAIR Stylist: Hair By Isha
Publicist (2013): The Communications Expert Agency by Tropics Magazine
Interview first conducted July 2013 for DUNIA print magazine issue 11. Check out more of Lisette’s photos in the next edition of the print magazine
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