Model finalists lining up

The 10 finalists in the search for Shropshire’s Face of the Future were given a professional makeover and a photoshoot at Clarion Madeley Court Hotel in Telford.

This week we are profiling all 10 girls, before the winner is announced on New Year’s Day.

Check out our photo gallery: Face of the Future finalists

Our winning model will appear at various promotional dates as the new Face of Telford Shopping Centre 2008. Her duties will start with the Telford Wedding Exhibition on January 14.

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Name: Hayley Jones

Age: 21

From: Wellington

Hayley first entered face of the future in 2006 and said the positive response she received from people encouraged her to give it another try this year.

Her determination and positivity impressed the judges who put her through to the final ten.

“I do have lots of energy and enjoy having my photograph taken,” said Hayley.

“I also love meeting people. I am fit, healthy and a happy person and would have loved this opportunity to try some modelling. The photoshoot was great fun and we all got on with each other very well.

“My jobs have included administration in a big company, shop and bar work and I have also travelled a fair bit, meeting interesting people around Britain.

“My family include myself, mum and dad, my brother and two lovely dogs, and we are very close. We spend a lot of time together and still have family holidays.

“It would be great to get a chance to represent Telford Shopping Centre and I would love to do more modelling. I would also like to say that I am really grateful for the experience.”

Hair: Debbie added some soft curls to Hayley’s luxuriously dark tresses which was then worn loose.

“We thought it would look great down especially as Hayley was wearing a long sweeping dress.”

Make-up: The make-up palette was chosen to emphasis the metallic colour of the dress with glitter around the eyes.

Dress: The silver crystal embellished dress from Debut at Debenhams suited Hayley perfectly with detailed embellishments.

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Name: Michaela Simcox

Age: 19

From: Condover, Shrewsbury

Michaela said she had wanted to be a model for as long as she could remember as she got ready for her moment in front of the camera at the Madeley Court Hotel.

“I am currently a third-year nurse and I think nursing has made me a more confident person and has improved my communication skills,” she added.

“I am so pleased and extremely excited to have got to the final ten of this competition and attending the photoshoot was so much fun.

“It was scary at first and I was nervous but everyone was so lovely that the nerves soon disappeared.”

“It would mean a lot to me to be the Face of Telford Shopping Centre for 2008 and I would give it my all.”

Hair: Michaela is very tall and can carry off a variety of looks because of her height. We tried a muted-down version of the beehive which is a very popular look this season, explained Debbie.

Make-up: Michaela has classic English rose looks so warm tones were used to compliment her pale complexion.

Dress: The full-length purple dress with glittering detail on the neckline was perfect for Michaela’s long and lean frame and the deep tone gave her a regal elegance.

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Name: Alice Cubbin.

Age: 21.

From: Snailbeach, near Shrewsbury.

Currently working as a staff nurse, Alice is always ready to try a new challenge.

She believes it would be a dream come true to be picked as Shropshire’s next “face of the future”.

“I realise modelling is not all about glamour, fame and fun,” said Alice.

“I know it is hard work but I would love to be given the chance and I believe I would do a really good job representing the county.

“I was born and raised in Shropshire and I feel that I’ve got the right looks, a fit and healthy body of the right shape and size and the right attitude.

“I am currently working as a staff nurse, a job which I love, but I would like a new challenge and modelling has always been a dream of mine.”

Alice added: “I had such an exciting time at the photoshoot and I believe it did give me a taste of what it would be like and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

“The whole experience of getting to try a glamorous look and getting to meet new people.

“It was lovely.”

Hair: Alice’s cute crop didn’t need too much attention as it already looked fabulous but Sophie did give it an extra kick for the photoshoot.

Make-up: Greens were used around the eyes to complement the colour of Alice’s dress.

She has wonderful bone structure, which was easy to work with.

Dress: Teal dress with beaded halterneck from Warehouse at House of Fraser.

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Name: Jodielee Jones.

Age: 21.

From: Red Lake, Telford.

As a mother to a little boy, Jodielee loved the chance to get dressed up and pampered for the day.

And she is also determined to reach high in her ambitions to be a model.

“I have got a two-year-old son called Cameron who is adorable,” said Jodielee. “I have always dreamed of being a model and I thought this could be a fantastic opportunity for me. I would really love to represent Telford Shopping Centre for 2008.

“I was so overwhelmed when I received the phone call to say I had got to the top 10. It meant so much knowing that so many people entered and I got picked.

“It came as such a surprise after seeing all the stunning girls that entered I’m absolutely delighted.

“When I went for the photoshoot I met some of the girls and I must say I think they were so nice.

“We had such a great time getting ready together and having our photos done.”

Hair: Jodielee’s blonde hair was styled and then tied up with a funky 21st century twist which is key to 10 current styling collections.

Make-Up: Jodielee did her own make-up on the day with added emphasis around the eyes.

Dress: With a natural complexion, Jodielee suited the cream dress with black flower detail from Warehouse in House of Fraser which was teamed with a soft-touch black wrap from Marks & Spencer.

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Name: Corrie Swaffield
Age: 17
From: Shrewsbury

Corrie Swaffield loves performing and is a dedicated fan of drama and dance at Shrewsbury Sixth Form College where she is a student.

She thoroughly enjoyed her Face of the Future experience at the Madeley Court Hotel adding that she would be honoured to represent the area.

“I had a great time during the photoshoot and would love the opportunity to be a part of more things like that,” said Corrie.

“I thoroughly enjoyed myself and it was really nice meeting all the other girls as well. It was really exciting getting to wear such a gorgeous dress and getting our hair done.”

Corrie said she felt that it was a great opportunity to be able to enter a competition like Face of the Future in Shropshire.

She said: “All girls love getting dressed up but this would be a chance to actually do something positive to promote the county and I would really relish that opportunity. I know I would give 110 per cent through if I were to be the one to be picked as the winner.”

Hair: Corrie has a very petite frame so we didn’t want to create anything that would overpower her. We pulled her hair back into an elegant updo which looked great with the choice of dress for Corrie.

Make-up: Smoky greys were used around the eyes to add some drama to Corrie’s look because she is a drama student, with warm tones for her cheeks and lips.

Dress: Corrie suited the tiny Grey Lipsy dress from House of Fraser perfectly and it was recently seen on X-factor hopefuls Hope.

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Name: Robyn Moore
Age: 18
From: Much Wenlock

Robyn’s first memory of the catwalk was in primary school but she has never forgotten the buzz of being in the limelight.

She says: “I loved the feeling of looking gorgeous and making the clothes look amazing. The adrenaline was incredible and the applause made me feel great.

“That catwalk was in primary school but I have never forgotten it and still think of it as my first modelling experience.

“Erin O’Connor is arguably one of the hottest names in the modelling industry and she has always been an inspiration to me.

“Another inspiration to me is Lesley Hornby, otherwise known as Twiggy. She was the first model I heard about as I was growing up.

“Before my catwalk experience I had seen a picture of Twiggy and it showed me what a model was all about.”

Robyn added: “Now I am 18 I would give anything to be a supermodel and being the Face of Telford would be an incredible start to my career.

“I am at Telford College studying hairdressing and it would make me very proud to be the Face of Telford.”

Hair: Debbie gave a little added volume to Robyn’s blonde bob, adding some height to the style.

Make-up: Robyn has delicate features and great skin tone so just a small amount of make-up was used to highlight her eyes and cheekbones.

Dress: Robyn has great legs so we chose a black mini-dress with lace detail from Oasis at House of Fraser accessorised with a silver-disc necklace from Marks & Spencer.

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Name: Amie Bennett

Age: 18

From: Shrewsbury

Amie is a second-year fashion student at Shrewsbury College.

“I love designing clothes as well as studying the industry and spotting new trends,” said Amie who loved the chance to see a photoshoot at work.

“I’m hoping to start work when I leave college in July, hopefully working in fashion marketing or fashion photography although I would ideally like to be a model.

“I have high hopes and dreams for my future and I’m very ambitious.

“Therefore I hope that one day I will make all my dreams come true.

“I had a hard time at school but that made me more determined to succeed and it has not made me feel weakened as a person.

“If anything it has made my personality stronger and made me a better person.

“I love to spend time with my friends. I live life to the full and I am always full of energy.

“I am also a very friendly person and I believe I would make the most of the opportunities that face of future would bring.”

Hair: Sophie said Amie’s hair had some colour in it so they tied it up to show it off and to give her a fun party look.

Make-up: Striking silvers were used to add some eveningwear glitter to up Amie’s little black dress.

Dress: Black beaded prom style dress from Warehouse at House of Fraser. Gold-disc necklace from Marks & Spencer together with evening bag.

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Name: Rachel Carrington

Age: 16

From: Bomere Heath, near Shrewsbury

Rachel, who celebrated her 16th birthday on November 29, was delighted to be able to enter Face of the Future after reaching the landmark birthday.

“I desperately wanted to enter last year but I was not old enough,” said Rachel.

“Now I just can’t believe that I made it through to the final ten.

“I had so much fun on the day of the shoot. The hotel was amazing, a very glamourous location and I loved the dress that I wore for the pictures. It was the fourth one I tried on to get the look just right.

“And it was perfect which made me feel like Cinderella.

“I also loved having my hair done and at the end of the makeover I felt really comfortable in front of the camera.

“We had to have some pictures taken outside but I was so excited I didn’t even feel the cold.

“But the best thing about the day was meeting everyone.

“It was so nice being around people with the same hopes and ambitions as I have and I couldn’t have hoped to meet a better bunch of girls.

“They were all lovely and we are all going to stay in touch if we can.

“And we were all so different which I think is one of the great things about the competition.”

Hair: Rachel’s long dark hair was pinned up for the photoshoot in an updo with a little extra personality.

Make-up: As natural as possible for Rachel to let the vivid shade of her dress work its magic.

Dress: Rachel’s bubbly confidence lent itself to something fun with this deep fuchsia prom dress from Warehouse teamed with a luxurious wrap from Marks & Spencer.

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Name: Cherida Lauriello

Age: 18

From: Oswestry

Cherida, a dedicated athlete, is also an avid fan of fashion who keeps up with the latest trend.

But she believes that the fashion industry does need good role models who have have a healthy attitude to their lifestyles.

“I am an athlete and train at least three times a week. I am very fit and have a healthy lifestyle,” she said.

“I have never smoked or taken drugs, but enjoy socialising and an occasional glass of wine.

“I think I am a good role model for teenagers younger than myself in a world where so much drug abuse takes place.”

Cherida also described herself as self-motivated and very organised.

“I do believe there is too much pressure on fashion models at present to be as thin as possible, when they should be encourage to look good through exercising and eating healthily,” she said.

“I feel so privileged to have got through to this stage of the competition and I would love the chance to take the first step towards a modelling career.”

Hair: Sophie from Rizzo added some high glamour by lifting it into a ponytail on one side.

Make-Up: Debbie from Rizzo said Cherida only needed the minimum amount of make-up.

Dress: At 5ft 11in Cherida had the perfect statuesque figure to carry off this stunning long black dress with back detail from Debut at Debenhams.

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Name: Jody Lewis

Age: 17

From: St Martins, nearOswestry

Jody is certainly a battler having tackled various challenges throughout her life - not the least of which was dealing with the difficulties of having cystic fibrosis.

But Jody has always lived life with a happy smile.

“Life is always sending different challenges,” said Jody. “Some are easy, some are not so easy but the one thing I have learned is to always make the best of it.”

And Jody certainly did on our photoshoot, having a wonderful time getting ready and in front of the camera.

“It has been great getting through to the last 10. In fact when I got the phone call to say I was a finalist I could not believe it. It was such a surprise and certainly not expected at all.

“I wanted to do well in this competition because I wanted to show people that if you want something really badly you can achieve it. That might just make a difference to someone who is thinking about something they would like to do and worrying whether or not they should go for it.

“I want to show them they should. Determination and hope can make dreams come true. Getting dressed up and getting the chance to meet all the other girls was really lovely.”

Hair: Jody has beautiful blonde locks and Sophie said she wanted to show off its texture with a style that was half pinned up giving a party wear flair while still maintaining volume.

Make-up: Metallics, the must-have of this season, again were used to great effect with Jody for an added touch of glamour.

Dress: Jody’s bubbly personality needed a dress that was both fun and elegant and this strapless grey dress with jewel detail from Monsoon at £135 was the perfect fit for her.

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Check out our photo gallery: Face of the Future finalists

Makeover team:

Hair and make-up: Debbie Barrett and Sophie Wilcox from Shropshire style studio Rizzo which has branches in Wellington and Shrewsbury.

Styling: Women’s Editor Tracey O’Sullivan assisted by Leah Roberts from Telford Shopping Centre.