PROFESSIONAL MODELS
The head professional models at the Varna Fashion Forum in 2025 are:
KRISTIYANA YORDANOVA
Kristiyana Yordanova studied psychology in Canada.
She has her foundation "Woman Squared".
He gives lectures for women and children who are victims of domestic violence.
Kristiyana graduated from the Coco Rocha Modeling School in New York.
Winner of awards from competitions:
- Miss World Bulgaria 2022.
- Miss International 2024.
Leading model in the fashion show "Beauty, Fashion, Charity", 2023.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
VENKA DRAGANOVA
Venka Draganova works as a photographic model and has been selected as the advertising face of renowned brands in Bulgaria and internationally, notably:
- Lorelli - catalogs for Bulgaria, abroad, and for the website
- Cantarelli - review of the brand "Fashion week Florence", 2019 in Florence, Italy
- Familysta - swimsuit model for online presentation
- Nikon - the model of their cameras and training
- Other clothing brands, formal dresses, swimwear, photo albums
She had a personal interview in Grazia magazine in 2019.
She has participated in a beauty contest.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“
NOCOLE IVANOVA
Nikol Ivanova has worked as a professional model with many famous Bulgarian and foreign brands for several years. She has been the face of well-known brands for clothes, cosmetics, brands for photoshoots and fashion shows, namely:
- Christian of Roma | Mounir | Lorreti | Corso Italia | Fitrun
- NikoleCollection | Alessa | Sara Sweidan | Radichev
- PeachPump | Koushee | V1 dental clinic | R.fitness and others.
- The main model of the master class Mounir Dubai Plovdiv 2023
Nicole holds titles in beauty contests, including Miss Shumen 2022 and first runner-up in Miss Bulgaria 2022. She is pursuing a "Digital Media and PR" major at the University of Economics - Varna.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
TSVETELINA GRIGOROVA
"MISS PHOTO MODEL OF BULGARIA" 2023
Tsvetelina has achieved success in combat sports, standard dancing, medical training, beauty contests, fashion shows and photo shoots.
Participation in beauty contests.
Participation in the "Beauty, Fashion, Charity" fashion show, 2023.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
GABRIELA GENCHEVA
Participation in beauty contests.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
DZHULIYANA DIMITROVA
Dzhuliyana Dimitrova, a 22-year-old law student,
is making notable strides in the fashion industry alongside her academic pursuits.
Her passion for fashion is evident in her active participation in numerous fashion events and photoshoots, where she has refined her skills and established a strong presence in the industry.
In 2024, Dzhuliyana earned the title of "Miss Green Bulgaria" - 1st Runner-Up, a recognition that underscores her professionalism and commitment to environmental awareness.
By blending her interests in law and fashion, Dzhuliyana strives to express herself in a unique and inspiring way, both professionally and personally.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
DEBORA PENEVA
Debora Peneva boasts over 3 years of experience as a professional model. She has successfully partnered with a wide array of renowned brands in the fashion industry and showcased her talent in domestic and international projects. Her impressive modelling repertoire includes collaborations with clothing, footwear, cosmetics, and jewellery brands, featuring prominently in their advertising campaigns and product placements across various platforms such as social media profiles, videos, and print publications.
Deborah has a strong track record with a variety of Bulgarian and international brands, as follows:
- Radapola | Paramidona | Flair sport | DIZI | myWEDDING | Cassadea
- Pironetic | DivAce Sportswear | Age-Code cosmetics | gli elementi
- GIROTTI | ELISHA | FLIKA | Happy | Somersby | Drinklink | Defunc
- BETÜL SADAY | BONNEVA | OUZ®fashion.
She confidently pursues her modelling career as a freelancer in Bulgaria, while being skillfully represented by a foreign agency.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
GIZEM OSMAN
Gizem Osman is 26 years old and comes from the city of Ruse.
She graduated with a degree in Marketing.
Gizem works in design and business development at a furniture factory. There, she is responsible for the factory's marketing and sales.
In her free time, she develops her skills as a model. She trains at Irina Budnichenko's school, where she perfects her walk and presence on the catwalk.
She has experience as a photo model, having participated in catalogues for wedding dresses and various photo shoots. She was part of the first edition of "Fashion Forum - Varna," where she appeared on the catwalk.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
MELODY ZLATKOVA
Melody Zlatkova is 26 years old from Sofia.
She loves fashion and art, and everything related to them.
She studied acting, classical ballet, and has experience as an actress. She is currently continuing to develop her ballet skills at a professional level, while also studying ballet pedagogy at the Prof. Pancho Vladigerov National Academy of Music in Sofia.
Melody has experience as a clothing and jewellery model, as well as participating in fashion shows. In 2025, she won the title of Miss International Continental Bulgaria 2025.
She loves fashion and art very much because they drive her life forward.
She has some experience as a professional model.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
VICTORIA NIKOLOVA
Victoria Nikolova is 20 years old. She is studying Marketing.
She loves fashion, drawing, art, and everything related to it.
She works as a model and eyebrow specialist.
As a hobby, he paints pictures for charity.
She participates as a model and takes part in commercials.
She participates in beauty contests and has successfully developed in the field of fashion.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
MILITSA KAPRALOVA
Militsa Kapralova works in marketing, where she applies her design skills. She is interested in photography and new developments in the fashion industry. This helps her create stylish and interesting concepts for brands that distinguish them in the media's space.
Militsa has been studying acting for many years and has performed with many appearances on the stage.
Milica works as a model and shoots commercials. Thanks to her ambition and love for what she does - Milica always tries to give her best.
Participation in the "Beauty, Fashion, Charity" fashion show, 2023.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
MELANIYA SYTNIK
Melania Sitnik is a professional model, mannequin and dancer. She has worked in this field for many years at home and abroad. She has participated in global fashion shows such as "World Fashion Week Dubai" in Dubai, UAE and "Milano Fashion Week" in Milan, Italy.
Melania has also been to beauty pageants, including "MISS PRE -teen PLANET 2023 " SUPER GRAND PRIX.
In 2023 she became the face of HOTEL ASTORIA 2023.
She trains at the Irina Budnichenko Model School.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
MARIA KOLEVA
Maria Koleva is a multifaceted talent. From a young age, she was involved professionally in swimming and then equestrian sports. In addition, she takes to the stage for singing and artistic performances. To these her multi-faceted appearances we can safely add the world of fashion.
Maria also works as a professional model and mannequin. She has participated in many different fashion shows, photo shoots, advertising videos, and the fashion show in Milan, Italy—Milan Fashion Week 2024.
She trains at Irina Budnichenko Model School in defiling, sculpture and posing.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
VERA RAZNATOVSKAYA
Vera Raznatovskaya is a model and trains at Irina Budnichenko's model school. Dancing is her vocation and element. She has trained in sports dancing and is currently involved in jazz funk dancing.
Vera also works as a professional model and mannequin. She has participated in many different fashion shows and photo shoots. She also participated in advertising projects.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
EVELINA RISKOVA
Evelina Riskova is a professional model, 27 years old.
She has worked as a professional model on projects such as Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Moscow, Fashion Week Moscow Fall '18, and International Fashion in Dubai (Sofia). She has also been photographed for advertising campaigns for the Bulgarian brand Radapola.
She is a mother of 2 kids, fashion addicted, she is the creator of a fashion and style telegram channel and a professional buyer.
Evelina creates Spanish language courses using her teaching system and works as a journalist.
When asked about herself, Evelina shares, "I am a Spanish teacher, a mother, a wife and a person. I believe that every woman should have the sense of purpose that comes with creating and having faith in a bright future."
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
ANNA-MARIA CHERNEVA
Anna-Maria Cherneva is a professional model from Sofia, aged 31. She started working in the performing arts at the age of 5. She began her career at the best fashion agency for mannequins and models in Bulgaria. She has walked the runway at numerous fashion shows.
Later, Anna-Maria developed an interest in modern ballet. She started actively engaging in dance, taking part in concerts and tours. She managed to combine these activities with school.
However, she dreams of becoming an actress. She enrols on a one-year preparatory acting course at the National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts "Krastyo Sarafov". She was then accepted into Prof. Tsvetana Maneva's course at New Bulgarian University. Anna-Maria graduated with honours in Acting for the Dramatic Theatre. Throughout her studies, she gained professional experience by acting in films, TV series, commercials and theatre productions.
Anna-Maria has participated in many beauty contests, the first of which was Miss Sunny Beach in 1999.
She participated in the Miss Playmate 2017 contest and won second place.
In 2018, she won the title in the "Miss Silicone" contest.
Anna-Maria admits that her childhood dream was to be a TV presenter. She has now fulfilled this dream.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
CLAIRE JOSEPH
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
ILIYANA CHAKAROVA
Iliyana Chakarova is a 24-year-old from Sofia. Her passion for fashion, beauty and aesthetics has driven her to overcome various professional and creative challenges. One of her greatest successes was representing Bulgaria at the 2022 Top Model of the World international beauty contest. It was an extremely inspiring and valuable experience for the model.
Currently, Iliana is pursuing a master's degree in Digital Startup Business, where she is deepening her knowledge in the field of digital marketing and branding. Professionally, she is involved in social media management and creating engaging content, helping brands build a strong online presence and attract their audience.
Head professional model in „Varna Fashion Forum“.
EXTERNAL PROFESSIONAL MODELS
VISAGE FASHION AGENCY
STELA DIMITROVA
Stella Dimitrova is a professional model and works for the Visage agency.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Professional model at the Visage Agency – Varna.
MARIA VALENTINOVA
Мария Валентинова е модел от над 6 години. За нея това е призвание. Следва специалност бизнес с дигитален мениджмънт в Копенхаген.
Участвала е в множество модни ревюта и рекламни кампании, включително и за марки като Just Cavalli, Stoyan Radichev, Caviar couture и много други. Мария е носител на корони от конкурсите Мис Родопи 2024 и Мис Варна България I подгласничка 2025.
Participation in fashion shows "Fashion Forum – Varna", 2024.
Professional model at the Visage Agency – Varna.
МАРИЯ МИРЧЕВА
Maria Mircheva is 16 years old. She has been studying Fine Arts at the School of Humanities and Arts for three years. Alongside her studies, she enjoys folk dancing, a passion of hers. It gives her confidence and energy when performing on stage.
She is interested in new artistic experiences and opportunities for development. Through them, she expresses herself in different ways. Working as a model appeals to her because it combines art, emotion, and the way a person can present clothes and their individuality in front of the camera.
Professional model at the Visage Agency – Varna.
МИЛЕНА ЙОНЧЕВА
Milena Yoncheva loves experimenting with different looks, from minimalist elegance to avant-garde aesthetics. She draws inspiration from art, cinema and travel in her free time, which enriches her artistic vision.
Milena has participated in several amateur and semi-professional photo shoots. She is interested in learning about working in front of the camera. She is actively developing her fashion and photography skills and building her own portfolio. Collaborating with creative teams and brands inspires her.
She is interested in new artistic experiences and opportunities for growth. She finds working as a model interesting because it allows her to express herself in different ways in front of the camera.
Professional model at the Visage Agency – Varna.
ТЕЯ ИВАНОВА
Teya Ivanova is 18 years old. She is preparing to study architecture, while also pursuing athletics — with appearances at world championships — and fashion.
She develops her modelling skills in her free time.
She is at the start of her career, having completed two photo shoots and two fashion shows.
Professional model at the Visage Agency – Varna.
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