Anastasia

By Carlos Ferreira | Fashion Reporter, Photographer

Anastasia Marie is a student at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor specializing in Marketing. Her goal is to work for a Fortune 500 company one day and travel the world with her boyfriend, Paul. At the young age of 20, Anastasia is wise beyond her years and believes that both elegance and sophistication should be a part of every woman's life. "There's a certain beauty and essence that comes with feeling good about yourself and radiating that energy outwardly in the form of style," commented Anastasia. "Unlike trends, elegance never dies."

Anastasia doesn't consider herself a model, nor does she want to pursuit a professional career as one. "I think it's a great way to get yourself out there and open up doors to worlds beyond grasp," she noted as she brushed her hair after the shoot. "There are some people who would kill to be in this scene, but to me it's an everyday ordeal that simply makes me feel pretty."

Two distinct looks were arranged, which focused on the subtle elegance Anastasia desires to complete with her look. A fan of simple yet classy arrangements, Anastasia believes that simplicity means more. "I am a huge believer in the philosophy that less is more, and more is just annoying," she joked. "But in all seriousness, the only time more is beneficial is when it comes to money and love."

Getting ready for a bridal shower, Anastasia quickly switched into her dress and wanted PdM to capture a bit of the energy she felt inside. "I'm really excited for my girlfriend to finally get hitched. She's 23 and has been waiting for this moment her entire life: I'm so happy for her!" Anastasia embodies youthful exuberance with sophisticated beauty that created a wonderful figure to photograph.

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