Bucket Babe: Dominique Wagner

Many have decided to just write the year 2020 off and for most parts I don't blame them, its been one hell of a shit show but it's what we make from it that matters I suppose. Some are using the extra time to better themselves, others see the lockdown as a blessing in disguise which is helping them save but there's no doubt its having a major effect on everyone's mental health which is why we're taking a breather today on the blog by giving you, the readers something refreshing to read. The Bucket Babe returns with another beauty from Mzanzi who has a passion for cars and knows how to make a great sandwich, meet this months featured model.

Dominique Wagner

BIO

LI'm Dominique Wagner, I am 21 years old and I have been with MMM Agency for more than a year now and I have been given opportunities and learning experiences I never would have if they did not sign me. I am your typica Aquarius, I struggle with anxiety and depression, it is something I am trying to overcome. F1 on a Sunday seems to be my new thing! I love kicking my feet up and falling asleep during the race. I am currently working on my BCom Law degree which I will complete by this year November and thereafter looking to immigrate to Dubai next year. I do not have other hobbies besides modeling, which has now picked up as a career... I should probably find one soon. 

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1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• It would depend on the drive... either an Audi R8 or a Chevrolet Bel Air if we are doing a sunset drive.

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• I love me a good toasted cheese, toasted the traditional way. Butter on the outside of two fresh slices of white bread, with gouda cheese which will be fried in a pan. 

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

• I am a ride or die salt and vinegar fan... sometimes I burn my taste buds alive at the cinema.

4. Dream cover shoot?

• VOGUE. 

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• Full time model, it is a passion of mine, it would be a privilege to have to have that type of opportunity as most people are extremely unhappy with their jobs. Modeling is also hard work do no get me wrong, most people think it' just standing around looking pretty but those people can come chat to me about their energy levels after a three hour shoot.  

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• Marilyn Manroe, my mom always had her face all around the house. Recently I was given a vintage magazine from Canada, that my Grandad gave my mom as a souvenir from his visit there. It contains so many unpublished images of Marilyn.

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• It's complicated, hahaha!.

8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?

• I do not have the most expensive taste (yet) but I am loving Pretty Little Thing, Fashon Nova and our very own The Lot. 

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• Hip Hop... anything with or by Nicki Minaj.

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• It;s a tie between Bali and Ibiza. 

Bucket Babe: Tarryn Grung

Summer is definitely on its way with the heat around the country going up a few notches and the first speckles of the summer rains falling, well we can safely say things are hotting up on the blog as well with this months installment of the Bucket Babe. Our featured lass hails from the fairest Cape, where she was born and bred, her most noticeable accomplishment to date is appearing in a local music video which has gained over 100 million views on YouTube. She's a fan of classic cars, makes a sandwich that will have you drooling just from reading about it and is a natural in front of the camera. She's currently in the property industry but we'd like to see more of her in the publications.

Tarryn Grung

BIO

Hello, my name is Tarryn Grung, I'm 22 years old and I've lived in Cape Town my whole life. My hobbies are playing bowls and tennis. One of my favourite accomplishments was getting over 100 million views in the music video 'Let Me Go' by No Method and another is maintaining a happy persona the old I become. I love sipping on a Pina Colada and tanning with my best friend on the beach, it never gets old! I also love my 1973 VW Beetle that I drive, she's my baby. I'm an estate agent for Sorbini Property Group so my current goal is to get qualified as a principle agent so I can be involved as a director of the company. Another one of my goals is to travel to as many places as I can.

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1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• I've always found classic cars so sexy! My dream car is the 1969 Ford Mustang Shebly GT500.

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• Sandwiches are my forte, I'd make you a jalapeno, cucumber strips, chopped fresh herb leaves, chopped red onion, grilled chicken, mayonnaise, Himalayan salt, white and cayenne pepper sandwich toasted on panini bread. 

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

• Butter salt and Astros.

4. Dream cover shoot?

• Vogue!

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• Full time model! It's more fun and a lot of traveling. 

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• I always aspired to be myself and never to follow in anybody else's footsteps.

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• Unavailable, I've been with my boyfriend for 5 years and he treat me like an absolute Queen.

8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?

• Oh this is a difficult to choose so I have to at least mention two! The first would be Inbal Dror, the leading designer of Bridal Gowns and evening dresses in Israel. Second, Savannah Morrow, the label which makes stunning sustainable pieces. 

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• I love all genres but my faves are 90's and techno.

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• Ibiza!

Bucket Babe: Jasmin Rehder

We're almost out of Winter's cold clasp and making our way to warmer weather but we know there's always a few more cold spells to deal with before we get there, we'd thought  we would warm things up this weekend with another installment of our ever popular segment, the Bucket Babe. This month's featured model was born and raised in Cape Town, and still currently resides there,  although only 21 years of age, she's already accomplished so much and is a real go getter. She loves to travel, and has a great sense of adventure which comes from her mom being of Swiss descent, made the move to Cape Town at just 20 years of age. She considers herself to be a real tomboy type of girl, which means she doesn't feel shy to get messy outdoors, being a fitness trainer she also loves to spend time in the gym working on her body and mind. As a model she found herself doing a lot of work for the overseas clients and we hope she can tap into the local industry after this feature. 

Jasmin Rehder

BIO

Hello, I'm Jasmin Rehder, I am 21 years old and my birthday is on the 21st of March and this year I celebrated my crown birthday! I currently work as a group instructor for Silverfit, giving fitness classes twice a week to the community people who are 60 years and older, as well as modelling and promotional work from Thursday to Sunday. If I'm not working, I like to keep myself busy at the gym for at least 2 hours, six times a week where I do a combination of cardio functional, weight and strength exercises as well as try to improve my flexibility which currently is a weak point. 

I consider myself to be quite a creative person, as creating photo shoots is a massive creative outlet for me and I also enjoy making things such as string art and interior designing, Some random info about me, I have a fear of cockroaches, I cannot eat lamb or red meat in general. My favourite food has to be sushi, pizza and chocolate, yes I know those are unhealthy considering I am all about fitness and keeping my body fat percentage below 10. My goals/ wishes/ dreams, I would love to hike up Mt Kilimanjaro, cycle the Cape Argus, meet Selena Gomez in person and retire now so I could travel the world for the rest of my life, experiencing different cultures, food, languages and people. 

Being environmentally friendly is very important to me, so I recycle whenever and wherever I can to help the planet, as we only have one and we do not know how long mother Earth will be around for. My future goals, include running my own gym facility from home, where I could personally train my clients. Another one of my goals is to work abroad and to achieve that I want to obtain a diploma in events management or do an international bartenders course as I feel having the necessary qualifications will help in pursuing a career abroad. I am only 21 and still very young, so there is plenty of time to enjoy my life and experience new things, and I'm still finding out who I really am. 

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1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• Lamborghini Aventador S Roadster in a deep blue colour

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• Haha! that's a great question, as I'm a sucker for toasted sandwiches, I even got a toasted for my birthday. It would have to be a toasted chicken and mayo on brown bread, with greens.

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

• I love popcorn, it's the best go to movie and health snack! As I am a personal trainer! I would have to say plain salt, salt and vinegar and if I'm really having a sweet tooth kinda day, I'll pour a box of Astros over the bowl.

4. Dream cover shoot?

• That's a tough one because I know I'm too short for Vogue and not necessarily a high fashion model, but with that cover I'd have to say either Nike or Adidas. Any of those 3 would be a dream come true!

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• I'd have to go with full time model. 

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• Growing up I had no brothers or sisters, and well my family wasn't a full piece. My role model would have to be my father, he has shaped me into the young successful, outgoing and confident female I am today. He has always been there for me no matter what, his true heat and good traits have rubbed off well on me as I strive to be  successful and kind as he is.

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• I'd have to say that hand is taken but not officially yet, as I am only 21, marriage seems a bit scary for me but I have been with my other half now for almost 5 years and even though we aren't married, we already act as if we are. We bring out the better in one another and obviously if the relationship has been going strong for so long, I think I've found Mr right.

8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?

• I 'm all about my sneakers and fitness clothing! Considering I spend roughly 1 hours everyday at the gym. Nike, Sissyboy and Billabong.. 

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• Seeing as my other half is a DJ, I'm lucky enough to travel with and attend all these Trance Parties and music festivals. My ideal music is Trance (proggy or psy), deep house, techno, minimal and now and again some EDM and dubstep. It all depends on my mood, sometimes I want to sing along to Billie Ellish or Red Hot Chilu Peppers/ Gorrillaz or sometimes at the gym when training in the zone I to still to dubstep, no lyrics.

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• That's a tough one to choose from, I'd love to attend a proper outdoor trance festival in Brazil or Ultra Miami.

Bucket Babe: Tanielle McCallum

Hard to believe that it is the last day of May and we're cutting it fine this month with our featured model. Today's beauty hails from the warm waters of the East Coast and is a budding actress in the making. She's passionate about acting and the fine arts as well as a keen dancer. Apart from those attributes she also is one for sports with Netball being a favourite, and loves old school cars. She make's a mean sandwich which still has me salivating from reading about it, has an abundance of knowledge and is a creative at heart. Just reading her interview will have you captivated with the type of person she is. Anyway, I'm babbling a bit too much, here is.... 

Tanielle McCallum

BIO

Hello, I'm Tanielle McCallum, I'd describe myself as a creative, 23 year old woman working her way into the film industry. I knew this was my passion when my life revolved around art and culture throughout my school years. I then pursued my love for film and have just graduated with a degree in it. When I was not obsessing over film, I played netball where I represented my province for more than 5 years in a row. I have also received provincial colours for drama, as well as dancing. 

I am a huge animal lover and have a naughty little Jack Russell named Simba, who is spoilt rotten. I have have two pet rats named Nala and Lola who are often posing for Instagram videos. I enjoy drawing, singing and a few glasses of wine with my close friends (I mean who doesn't enjoy that?). 

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1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• I have and always will be a fan of vintage cars. I'd absolutely love to see myself driving around in an old school Mustang. Any handsome fella want to buy me one?

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• First of all, the only person I'd be making sandwiches for, are myself ;) It would however, be deliciously filled with avo, grilled chicken, creamy mushrooms, melted cheese and lots of mayo. My mouth is watering just thinking about it!

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

• Popcorn is my absolute facourite. Did you know that popcorn even has its own National Popcorn Day, which is celebrated on the 19th of January!? I don't understand how some people watch a movie without it?! The toppings I ALWAYS use are salt and vinegar with sour cream and chives. To make it even better, I either sprinkle Whispers or Astros on top. Sweet and salty is the only way to eat good popcorn!

4. Dream cover shoot?

• My dream shoot would definitely involve me dressed in beautiful lace clothes, while posing in the town of Mykonos. I have a huge obsession with Greece, even though I've never been there. One day I will live there, happily ever after, but as of now its a goal I'm still trying to achieve.

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• If I had the choice, I would definitely choose to be an executive. I am strong and independent person who is also extremely competitive - which I have been from a very young age. I wouldn't be able to take orders form someone else if I knew I could do a better job myself. I am also a perfectionist when it comes to  my work, so if someone who isn't in charge is not up to standard, you can be sure I'll be taking over and doing things my way. 

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• When I wasn't trying to be Alexis Ren, I was trying to be like Cara Delevingne. I would dye my eyebrows so dark that I'd often have young children telling I look just like her. As I started to appreciate who I was and what I was capable of I told myself I'd stop trying to be someone and be myself. This doesn't mean I don't still fan girl over them!

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• Unfortunately no man is holding my hand as of yet. At this very moment I am putting my career and success before any man. If the right one comes along to sweep me of my feet then maybe things will change. My gran always told me to love all and marry none ;)

8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?

• I absolutely love fashion! I'm a huge fan of a French man named Jean Paul Gaultier's experimental work. It's amazingly inspiring and makes me want to try crazy, new fashion trends. I would die if I was invited to one of his fashion shows. My favourite part about him is that he used unconventional models for his exhibitions, like older men and full-figured women, pierced and heavily tattooed! The more unique the model is the more unique an image or fashion show will be. 

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• When I was younger I dreamt of being a dancer on Broadway. I put in hours of work into tap, modern, hip hop and ballet and went through many stressful dancing exams. So I would have to say my favourite music is pop, alternative and rap. When I'm in the mood to party techno never seems to fail me.

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• I would most definitely have to go with Ibiza, Spain- the worlds party capital. Did you know that it's unusual for party-goers, here to stop dancing the night away anytime before 6 a.m? Some clubs stay open as late as 8 a.m!

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