Our scheduled shoot with Alexandra Victoria was for sunrise in late January for her February 2014 Model of the Month shoot, which even in sunny South Florida can often bring cold morning temperatures, especially on the beach. Any concern was quickly wiped out when she informed us she recently moved to Wisconsin with her Green Bay Packers boyfriend.
As far as she was concerned, with the winter she had been experiencing this year up north, the weather on the beach was great. We bought her a big heavy robe to help her keep warm anyways.
The sun came up quick so we had to hurry to catch stills & video. In order to make sure we caught the sun rising, we rushed to the beach on foot after Make Up artist Mercedes Dupree finished getting her dolled up. As you can see by the photos, we were rewarded with a very colorful sunburst background.
With sunrise captured, we headed further south to a proven site that provided more variety in our settings including some mangroves, a pier, the beach and more. The location enabled us to capture multiple looks and scenes with little movement or delay.
Alexandra made the shoot fun and she was so easy to work with. She has amazing eyes and is so photogenic to shoot.
“It was great to shoot with Alexandra,” stated BikiniTeam.tv Photographer Mike Erickson. “A real professional with and excellent attitude. Very easy going and up for anything we threw at her. John had worked with her before but other than a brief meeting at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim 2014, this was my first time shooting with her. I would definitely welcome working with her again.”
We moved pretty quick throughout the day because it was so cool out. I told Alexandra we would have to shoot the last bikini in the water. She cringed at the idea but she said: “I’ll do what ever it takes to get the shot.”
She was a trooper to accommodate all I requested of her and I have to say this was one of my all time favorite Model of the Month shoots!
Alexandra Victoria is a very experienced model having appeared in Maxim Magazine, The Shore Life, British Vogue and Coastal Carolina Magazine. Victoria has been featured in campaigns for Remy Martin, Betsy Johnson, Christian Cota, Poko Pano, Gym Girl Apparel, Fortune421, Montce Swimwear, Cia Martima and Turn It On Fitness by Althea Harper as well as a M&M commercial.
We shot Alexandra in a Discotini Triangle Top & Brazilian Bottoms by Fortune421 Swimwear, the Pink Lemonade Bikini by Ripple Swimwear and two swimsuits from Montce Swimwear including the Red Euro Bikini and the Lilac & Snake Euro Bikini. Jewelry for our Model of the Month shoot was provided by RoseGonzales.com.
Our video and photos of Alexandra was made the Fox-y Lady of the Day on February 5th, was featured on Guyism.com on the 13th and named the Lovely Lady of the Day by Sports Illustrated Extra Mustard website on the 21st to finish out the short month strong.
Checkout this exclusive interview we did with Alexandra Victoria:
Q: When did you start modeling and how were you discovered?
I have done it since I was a baby but consistently for about 7 years. Four of those I was in college so my main priority was school because I was on a scholarship and had to keep a certain GPA!
Q: What was your first big break in the industry?
Hmm there’s a few! Each were different markets. I started off doing runway and I’d say Betsey Johnson was my first big show. After that my first big campaign was Remy Martin. Then Maxim was my first major magazine spread!
Q: Not including shooting with us, what has been your favorite job so far?
I got to shoot in Hawaii for Project Runway star Althea Harper’s line of fitness wear. We were there for 9 days, the first 6 were spent shooting but then we had 3 days to play and explore the island. It was an experience I will never forget!
Q: What has been your favorite place on the planet to shoot and why?
Maui, Hawaii…I think why is a given! Haha it’s Hawaii!
Q: What is your favorite swimwear company or companies and why do you like their swimsuits?
Definitely love Montce Swimwear and Fortune421 Swimwear. Both fit amazing and their designers are such great people!
Q: Tell us something interesting about yourself that most people do not know (the quirkier, the better!)?
I use to love Taco Bell! I still do but i have been trying to stay away from fast food! I use to go to Taco Bell once a week!! Now I just go to chipotle haha I guess that’s an upgrade!
Q: If you could be doing any job in the world for the rest of your life, what would it be and why?
It would be modeling but at the same time building a brand through that. Like Heidi Klum or Cindy Crawford. I love the business/branding side of modeling.
Q: What is your favorite movie of all time and why?
I don’t think I have one, I just love movies in general. Some favorites would have to be Transformers, Iron Man, The Dark Knight, the Notebook, Harry Potter and Grease (yes I said Grease). Jeez I’m all over the place.
Q: What Super Powers would you like to have and how would you use it?
To fly. So I would be able to get where I need to be and on my terms! As well as to never have worry about my checked luggage being under 50lbs.
Q: What are the Top 3 songs playing on your iPod right now?
Dark Horse by Katy Perry , Do What You Want by Lady Gaga, All Of Me by John Legend (which may be my favorite song ever).
Q: What is your work out routine if any?
I try to work out at least 4-5 times a week. No real set routine. Just get out and be active.
Q: Favorite food and how often do you eat it?
Mexican (but like the American version not the real one) and at least once a week. And chips are my other favorite food. All kinds of chips, I don’t discriminate.
Q: What is your drink of choice?
Jameson and Ginger Ale!
Q: What does Fashion mean to you?
I love fashion because it is a way that anyone can express themselves. Also, I think when you are a fashion/runway model, fashion has to be something you follow and enjoy. Knowing different designers and all the latest trends it kind of part of the job!
Q: What models do you look to for inspiration and/or admire and why?
Heidi Klum is probably my biggest inspiration. I have said since I was a little girl I would be a Victoria Secret model. Then as I got older I realized that not only did I want to model, I wanted to grow a brand. She is the perfect example of that. She turned her name and face into a brand/company. I admire Alessandra Amborsio too, she is just beautiful beyond belief.
Q: Favorite designer and why?
Marc Jacobs. Not because I really like his brand but because it amazes me that he head 2 multimillion dollar brands between his own collection and Louis Vuitton. I think 2013 was his last year with LV but that still always impressed me. Plus he’s dating the incomparable Kate Moss.
Q: What celebrity do you resemble or get mistaken for the most?
People have only told me 2 things more then once, first one, that I have heard the most, is that I look like a combination of all Alessandra Ambrosio & Adriana Lima. Then Victoria Justice..which I don’t see.
Q: Where can we see you next? Do you have any upcoming events, photo shoots or appearances that your fans can see you at soon?
Not sure right now where I will be next but you can always follow me on Instagram or Twitter for latest news and updates!
Checkout the Alexandra Victoria Pics Behind the Scenes February 2014 Model of the Month Feature.