The Quiet Force

Can you tell us about the moment you won the Photogirl Social Network award in 2023? How did that achievement impact your modeling career?

Winning the Photogirl Social Network 2023 title was a defining moment — not only for my career, but for my sense of purpose as a woman. The competition demanded more than beauty; it required self-awareness, authenticity, and the courage to stay true to my voice in a world full of noise.

The journey itself was deeply enriching — filled with growth, lifelong connections, and lessons in discipline. Earning the title gave me the confidence and visibility to step into the kind of work that truly fulfills me. It led to collaborations with leading designers and creative teams, and gave me a stronger platform — not only to inspire, but also to contribute through causes close to my heart.

How did your experience competing in Miss Europe Continental shape your perspective on the fashion and pageant industries?

Competing at the international level with Miss Europe Continental was a humbling and eye-opening experience. I realized that what may be exceptional in a national context often becomes just the starting point on the global stage.

It taught me that success in this space demands more than beauty — it requires unwavering self-confidence, mental resilience, and the discipline to grow beyond one’s comfort zone. Since then, I’ve committed to constant refinement: of my presence, mindset, and personal voice. That experience reshaped my standards — and gave me the clarity to strive for excellence with deeper intention.

Placing in the Top 20 at such a prestigious international pageant is impressive. What lessons or insights did you gain from that experience?

With both pride and humility, I had the honor of representing my country — and I embraced every moment as a chance to grow. Being surrounded by women from so many different cultures was unforgettable. It’s rare to experience such diversity in one place, and I learned how much beauty lies in difference.

That journey reminded me that the goal is not always a title, but transformation. My key takeaways were to stay true to myself, to approach every opportunity with both passion and grace, and to never stop evolving — inside and out.

You juggle two distinct careers — fashion modeling and teaching English. How do you balance these roles, and how do they influence each other?

I believe that when you approach something with love, balance naturally follows — even if it’s not always easy. At first glance, fashion and teaching may seem like separate worlds, but in my life, they beautifully intertwine.

Modeling allows me to express emotion and identity through image — to tell stories without words. Teaching, on the other hand, gives me the chance to pass on knowledge, curiosity, and values to younger generations. One refines my presence; the other deepens my purpose. Together, they ground me and keep me evolving as a whole woman.

Many models focus solely on fashion, but you bring intellectual depth through teaching. How do you think this combination sets you apart in the industry?

In a world that often celebrates surface, I’ve always been drawn to what lies beneath — emotion, story, substance. My experience as a teacher has shaped the way I see people, time, and purpose. It taught me to listen deeply, to communicate with clarity, and to value the impact of presence.

This depth doesn’t just inform how I walk into a room — it shapes how I connect with a camera, a creative team, a vision. I don’t just want to wear fashion. I want to understand it, embody it, and use it to inspire. That, to me, is where beauty becomes timeless.

What are some challenges you’ve faced working as both a model and an educator, and how have you overcome them?

Balancing two careers means constantly shifting energies — from the structured, giving role of a teacher to the expressive, intuitive space of a model. It’s not always seamless. There were times I questioned whether the two worlds could truly coexist.

But I’ve learned that my strength lies in fluidity — in the ability to adapt without losing who I am. I created rituals that ground me: silence before shoots, reading between jobs, conscious rest. And I’ve stopped apologizing for choosing a life that doesn’t fit into one box.

The challenge became a gift — I now move between worlds with grace, carrying insight from each into the other.

In terms of your modeling journey, what moments or collaborations stand out as defining milestones so far?

Winning the Photogirl Social Network 2023 title was a powerful start — it gave me not only recognition, but also the courage to step into my own light. Since then, I’ve had the chance to collaborate with both Czech and Italian designers, whose craftsmanship and vision have inspired me deeply.

Another milestone is my upcoming cover and editorial feature in MALVIE Magazine, which feels like a quiet but powerful confirmation of my path in high fashion.

Beyond the images, I value every opportunity where beauty meets purpose — including recent projects with a focus on charitable causes. The work I strive for is not only visually striking, but emotionally meaningful. That’s the kind of legacy I want to build.

How do you envision your career evolving over the next few years in fashion and editorial work?

I see my modeling career evolving into something both visually iconic and deeply intentional. I want to continue growing in editorial fashion — working with creative teams who see storytelling as a form of art, not just image. I’m drawn to high-fashion brands that celebrate elegance, strength, and authenticity — and I’d love to become a face for campaigns that carry real emotion and meaning.

I also envision taking my presence into international spaces — especially in New York, Paris, and Milan, where fashion speaks with both history and vision. At the same time, I want to stay grounded in values: collaborating with brands that are aligned with empowerment, self-worth, sustainability, and charitable impact.

Ultimately, I don’t just want to be part of beautiful images. I want to be part of beautiful ideas — and to contribute to fashion in a way that leaves something lasting behind.

What kind of editorial projects or fashion collaborations excite you the most, and why?

I’m most inspired by editorial projects that blend art direction with emotional storytelling — where fashion becomes a medium for something deeper. I’m drawn to campaigns that celebrate the modern woman in all her contrasts: strength and softness, elegance and edge, silence and power.

Collaborating with brands that embody quiet luxury, timeless design, and meaningful values — like YSL, Chanel, or emerging couture labels — excites me. I love working on sets where there’s space for presence, nuance, and intentional beauty.

Editorials that explore feminine identity, transformation, or inner confidence always stay with me. Fashion should move people — not just visually, but emotionally. That’s the kind of work I want to create and stand behind.

How do you prepare mentally and physically for shoots and runway events, considering your dual career commitments?

For me, preparation is about cultivating presence. Mentally, I need quiet — space to reconnect with myself, to shift from giving energy (as a teacher) to holding space as a model. I often begin my days with silence, breathwork, or journaling, especially before an important shoot or show.

Physically, I care for my body as a home. I prioritize movement that feels elegant — like barre, walking, or mindful stretching — and I focus on nourishment, hydration, and sleep. But above all, I prepare by aligning my energy. If I feel calm, clear, and confident, everything else flows.

My dual career has taught me that the strongest presence often comes from inner stillness. That’s what I bring with me on set or to the runway.

What message or inspiration would you like to share with aspiring models who also have diverse passions and ambitions?

You don’t have to choose one version of yourself.

You can be graceful and grounded. Visionary and vulnerable. Creative and intellectual. Let your layers make you magnetic.

The industry may try to box you in — but the real power is in staying whole. The more you live in your truth, the more aligned the opportunities become. Don’t shrink yourself to fit in. Instead, expand your presence to reflect who you really are.

There’s space for you — fully. The right people will see it. The right work will find it. And your uniqueness? That’s your legacy.

Finally, how can this feature and its audience support you as you take the next steps in your modeling and fashion journey?

This feature is not just a highlight — it’s a stepping stone. I’d love for it to be a bridge between me and those who feel inspired by the kind of work I do and the energy I carry.

If you’re a brand, designer, photographer, or creative looking to collaborate on projects rooted in elegance, depth, and quiet power — I’m here. I’m ready for stories that move people, visuals that stay with them, and work that leaves meaning behind.

Let’s create something that lasts longer than a moment. Let’s create something that matters.

Model: Lenka Chromá @lenkachroma

Photographer: Jan Olšaník @_jofoto