So Alizeh, how long you been in fashion industry and how well the industry has treated you? What basically drove you to this field?
3 years now MA, and the industry’s affection has been overwhelming. Actually it was my dream since I was a kid, I always took up modeling as a hobby and now here I am.
Specific incident you remember from your struggling days? Good or bad?
Not an incident in particular but I always used to admire models walking the ramp whenever I went for a fashion show, and now aspiring models do the same with me. That is the best feeling.
What you prefer to wear on a casual non-working day?
I just like to slip into a pair of jeans and a tee to unwind from all the work load. Too comforting.
Now that you’re a known face in Lahore’s social circle, what you do to keep on moving?
I am very aware of the politics here, but my work keeps me going and my friends are my biggest support. Im never lonely.
Let’s get a little personal here, what about love? Have you experienced it yet?
Yes I have, and it’s the worst thing that could happen to someone lol.
A heartbreak or a financial crunch, what can be more straining?
Definitely a heartbreak.
Which shoot has been the most memorable till date for you?
It was when I shot with my closest friends in a span of exact 30 minutes. It was too much fun.
What kind of people you can’t stand in your life?
People who can’t get the grip of their lives and understand that life is simple.
Your biggest support?
My mother.
Your 4 a.m. friend?
Hamza my darling, my closest friend
Favourite Pakistani designer?
I love Bunto Kazmi.
Who would you like to wear on your wedding day?
I would love to wear HSY or India’s Manish Malhotra.
Favourite Holiday destination?
Venice
Favourite colour?
Blue or pink
The song which best describes you?
Young and beautiful by Lana Del Rey.
The writer is a fashion graduate based in Lahore. She tweets @Shanzaay
