Fashion Models:
Hyoni Kang

As luck would have it, I crossed my buddy Hyoni Kang today on Crosby street.

top -- Reborn Process, she co-owns the store
bag -- Proenza Schouler (that's pronounced "skooler" FYI)

It's never too late to have a first! This is the first time I've ever shown photos not taken by me. Instead these shots of Nika Lauraitis (FORD models, current Moschino Campaign) were taken by Hyoni Kang (FORD supermodel of the world 2008, current Lacoste campaign) at The Mercer Kitchen last night where we met for a couple of hours of fun.

Hyoni, current Lacoste campaign model and FORD Supermodel of the World 2008 winner. Yeah, that's what everyone knows about her right now and rightfully so, as these are major accomplishments anyone would capitalize on to build their modeling career. What about after modeling though?

Well, Hyoni custom tailored her dress, by shortening the hemline and answers the perennial post modeling question with her plans of one day starting a vintage reworking business.

What a pleasure it was to run into FORD Supermodel of the World winner Hyoni Kang (In Lacoste campaign alongside Tanya Dziahileva shot by Terry Richardson) and Alexina Graham (Burberry campaign alongside Lily Donaldson shot by Mario Testino). We had a rip roaring good time walking from Soho to the West Village as you can see from the photos. Just to let you know, Hyoni is pronounced with two syllables (hyo-knee), not with three syllables (hee-yo-knee).

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I thought I'd throw in the last scan just for fun as I personally believe there is a grain of truth to handwriting analysis. While it's not substitute for old fashioned due diligence when it comes to employment hiring practices and other important matters, handwriting analysis does serve a purpose in it's proper time and place. This happens to be the proper time and place--just having a GOOD time.

Notice how Hyoni underlines her signature and then ornaments it with a star? It makes sense considering how she's so well dressed doesn't it (dress and sandals)? And notice the sharp points in Alexina's "h" and "m" in her last name? That's anayltical....think.think.think.

Hyoni recently opened a vintage reworking store REBORN PROCESS where this masterpiece was originally sold. While the likes of Chloé, Balmain, and Marc Jacobs were busy turning out military jackets in traditional camouflage colors, Hyoni skipped around town in a more unique take on the military trend with power shoulders, a coat-of-arms, gold buttons, and her usual bright smile.

Fall/Winter 2010 shows in London

Off season, Fall 2009

Fall/Winter 2009 shows at New York Fashion Week

Castings for Fall/Winter 2009

Castings, November 2008

About a year and a half ago I first met Hyoni on her way to a casting. Now she owns her own clothing store in Soho called Reborn Process. I think it's cool to see how models evolve not only in terms of their own personal style, but as a person outside of the industry too.

Stef van der Laan of IMG New York was on the cover of Dutch Elle in March 2008.

Hyoni Kang, FORD's Supermodel Of The World 2008 winner rockin the asymmetrical zippers.

I know what I'm about to say probably sounds worn and trite like an old smelly 1970's vintage flannel shirt, but I'm sorry for the recent lack of updates. This will soon end however with fashion month coming up where you will be able to find daily updates from New York Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, and Paris Fashion Week.

As well, I've been working on a few behind the scenes gigs which have keep me from the streets. But when you see what's in store for fashion month, I can almost promise you will be amazed.

See you soon!

Following in the steps of Chanel Iman and Adriana Lima, Hyoni Kang winner of the 2008 Ford Supermodel of the World Contest is equally sure to stir the modeling world.

home country -- Korea
coat -- 3.1 Phillip Lim
boots -- Vintage

Her client list includes a VOGUE Korea cover, numerous V editorials, Victoria's Secret PINK work, and a Lacoste campaign among others. She's even partners in a new vintage reworking business aptly named REBORN PROCESS which will be located in Soho and will have an online home within weeks.

jacket -- vintage
cardigan -- Twinkle by Wenlan
heels -- Terra Plana
BAG -- REBORN PROCESS

EDIT: this series of shots is now also on the offficial FORD models blog.

Hyoni always looks fantastic, no exception.

Don't forget to have a visit to her store REBORN PROCESS

t-shirt -- Vintage Van Halen, denim vest -- Reborn Process

Hyoni as discovered on Crosby Street in Soho today. She owns her own vintage reworking store. Have a look at the Reborn Process site by clicking HERE