Digital Cover #9: Felicia and Fyrone shine on future, modelling and more in Furla
Armed with the wide array of Furla's latest collection, Felicia and Fyrone shine bright as our cover star duo this month as they traverse into the future.
Within the local fashion scene, Felicia Tavia and Fyrone Taylor are two of the most recognisable faces as twin fashion models and music DJs that has appeared regularly in various brand campaigns, editorial features and, of course, social media.
With striking features, outstanding modelling prowess and creative talent, the 23-year-old duo make perfect fits for our ninth digital cover story, where we cast the girls in the latest Furla Spring/Summer 2024 collection and talk about everything fashion, dreams and favourites.
While most may think they two are identical copies of each other, the truth cannot be further from that as they stand proudly on their own where each bring her own charm and charisma to capture their audience.
Now unmistakable with contrasting hair colour, Felicia exudes a more demure, yet demanding presence that also brings a touch of cheekiness to play, while Fyrone (in her stunning blonde locks) captivates you with her edgier and enigmatic aura
For this exclusive shoot with Furla, the Italian fashion house brings us back to its core values, where we rediscover the beauty of its handmade workmanship in crafting beautiful leather bags and accessories. This season, the collection's theme revolves around the charming contrast between soft shapes and structured silhouettes, where they blend seamlessly in harmony.
From the Furla Giove bucket bag that recalls the iconic 70s and celebrates the beauty of summer to the iconic Furla Club saddle bag that highlights a structured silhouette designed with versatility in mind and the soft and enchanting Furla Flow that is loved for its perfectly adaptable to the body's lines with a "made-to measure" effect, the Spring/Summer 2024 collection is one you cannot miss.
Versatile, stylish and endlessly chic, the new Furla collection resonates perfectly with our two cover girls Felicia and Fyrone. As we spoke to them during this cover shoot, we discover more about the two than just being pretty models.
Read on for our rapid-fire questions with the dynamic duo below:
How did the two of you get into the world of modelling?
Felicia: It was a gradual start six years ago, where I was cast for a wedding gown shoot and when those got published, it snowballed into even more projects with bigger brands. I think social media also helped to propel my career in modelling.
Fyrone: I started when I was 19, where I joined a local pageant competition and from there, I ventured into part-time modelling. In the last few years, I have gotten more portfolio and jobs and decided to dive into this full-time.
What is your goal for 2024?
Felicia: Aside from modelling, we have also delved into music as DJs. So, right now, we want to develop more in the world of music and maybe even try to publish our own music.
Fyrone: Agreed. I hope that the two of us can progress further in our music career and hopefully get more international gigs.
Describe your style in three words.
Felicia: Cool, all-black and chic.
Fyrone: Cool, cool and also cool (laughs).
What is your favourite daily look?
Felicia: A simple black tank top with a fitted long black skirt paired with boots and a leather jacket.
Fyrone: A sleek white top and short skirt with a edgy black jacket.
What's your favourite Furla bag from the Spring/Summer 2024 collection?
Felicia: I love the Furla Club 2 crossbody bag in the Nettare (yellow) colour. I actually already have one that I use very often.
Fyrone: Oh I love that yellow colour too, but I prefer the bigger Furla Club 2 shoulder bag. It's so convenient and I can fit so much inside.
Who is your fashion role model and why?
Felicia: I absolutely love Bella and Gigi Hadid. I think what they achieved is something I want to strive towards. I also love the Taiwanese model and influencer Kiwi Lee for her style and I think her vibe is what I am going for.
Fyrone: For me, it would be Kendall Jenner and Kiwi Lee.
What is modelling to you?
Felicia: As a model, confidence and attitude is everything because you need to convince your audience on the character that you are trying to portray in each shoot you do.
Fyrone: Modelling to me is a way to express myself and also, a way for me to transform and embody a different persona. In a way, it is similar to acting, where you sell the character you are portraying to the audience and make them believe in the "dream".
On your downtime, what do you do to unwind?
Felicia: I would always try to draw when I want to decompress and unwind. If I have more time, I love to travel!
Fyrone: I love rollerskating and swimming. Of course, travelling would be great with my sister.
Favourite season and city you want to travel to?
Felicia: Autumn and I would love to go Japan, specially Tokyo.
Fyrone: It'll be spring or summer for me and I want to explore all the big cities in Japan - Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto and more.
CREDITS:
Creative Direction & Styling: Colin Sim; Hair: Bibian Leong; Make-up: Plika Makeup; Models: Felicia & Fyrone / byColin; Bags: Furla Spring/Summer 2024 collection.
