Interview of Kristina Rulkevich

Are there any specific fashion trends or styles that you enjoy experimenting with or incorporating into your own look?

In everyday life, I prefer simple, comfortable clothes and a casual style. Feeling comfortable and natural is important to me. At the same time, I really enjoy dressing up for special occasions and experimenting with more feminine and elegant looks.

What is your greatest weakness and how have you tried to overcome it?

My weakness is definitely sweets! I really love them. At the same time, sport has always been a big part of my life. I used to be a professional athlete, and I still enjoy being active and moving a lot. I also try to eat healthy and balanced food, so instead of restricting myself completely, I prefer to find a good balance between enjoying what I love and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

What are your strengths?

When I am truly interested in my work, I can fully dedicate myself to it and work very hard. I am disciplined, I value my time, and I like following a schedule. I also appreciate cleanliness and organization. I believe my background as a professional athlete taught me responsibility, discipline, and how to stay focused on achieving results.

What are you passionate about?

Sport is one of my biggest passions and has also become my profession, as I work as a trainer. Besides sport, I enjoy reading, learning languages, and discovering new things. I am also a mother, so an important part of my life is spending time with and taking care of my son.

What aspect of the modeling industry are you most passionate about?

I have taken part in local photoshoots with athletes, and I really enjoyed the experience. What fascinates me most is how photography can capture and communicate a person’s character, movement, strength, emotions, or an idea. Sometimes a single photograph can express something that is difficult to communicate in any other way. This creative side of modeling is what attracts me the most.

Could you share your career goals and aspirations for the next five years, both within and beyond the modeling industry?

I would like to develop myself in the modeling industry and discover my potential as a model. I am particularly interested in sports-related projects because sport is something I know, understand, and feel very naturally. At the same time, I would love to explore new areas, participate in different types of shoots and projects, and see how far I can develop in modeling.

Outside modeling, I would like to continue growing professionally as a trainer and developing myself personally.

What inspired you to pursue a career in modeling? Was there a specific moment or experience that influenced your decision?

My first real interest in modeling came through the sports photoshoots I participated in. I enjoyed seeing how things that are very familiar to me — sport, movement, and physical strength — could look completely different through the camera. I found the whole process very interesting, and it made me want to explore modeling more seriously and discover other sides of myself through this profession.

Who is your favorite model and why? How has their work influenced your own modeling journey?

My favorite model is Cindy Crawford. I admire her natural beauty and the way she combines femininity, confidence, and a strong, athletic image. Since sport has always been an important part of my own life, I feel connected to her discipline and approach to staying active and healthy. I am also inspired by the longevity of her career and the way she has developed beyond modeling while remaining true to herself.

Do you have a favorite fashion designer or brand that resonates with your personal style or aesthetic? What draws you to their designs and philosophy?

I don’t have one particular favorite designer or fashion brand. In everyday life, what matters more to me is how clothes look and feel on me rather than the name on the label. I like simple, comfortable pieces that are easy to combine, while for special occasions I enjoy choosing more elegant and expressive looks.