Matteo Ferri, the 25-year-old Italian model, has left behind the quiet streets of Ascoli Piceno to dive into the bustling heart of New York City. Through chance encounters and sudden opportunities, he has ascended the catwalks of the most prestigious fashion houses, from his exclusive debut with Versace to seasons with Burberry under the artistic direction of Riccardo Tisci. In this first episode, he opens up unfiltered, sharing authentic stories and experiences, amidst uncertainties, fears, and both small and great joys, giving voice to the needs and challenges of his generation
EPISODE 1: A NEW BEGINNING, NEW YORK CITY HERE I COME!
Quite a crescendo for someone who didn’t even know who Donatella was at his first fashion show. I confess that the first few years of this routine didn’t please me. The biggest lesson learned from the start of my career was not to take things personally; after all, it’s an appearance-based industry. In the meantime, I see new places, do things, meet people. But at some point, the environment around me starts to feel constricting. I needed a new experience; the reality I was accustomed to was no longer enough, and I felt it was time to reach a higher level, personally and professionally. I find an agency in New York, not without receiving some rejections first, I plan the trip and prepare what’s necessary. I’ve wanted to do it for years, but I knew it would only happen when I was ready. Now I was. Matteo Ferri, 25 years old, New York City.