MODEL Q&A
NUMAN MALONEY
Height 6’3″
Waist 32″
Suit 42R
Shoe 11
Hair BROWN
Eyes GREEN
AGE? 23.
HOMETOWN? Somers, NY. A balance of being close to nature and the bustling NYC metropolis.
WHERE DID YOU GO TO COLLEGE? I went to Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. I competed on the track and field team as a high jumper.
WHAT DID YOU MAJOR IN? I majored in Business Economics but took as many courses as I could outside my concentration. I discovered passions for philosophy, history, anthropology, computer science, and more during my time as a student.
HOW DID YOU GET INTO MODELING? I was playing basketball at Sara Roosevelt Park in the Lower East Side of Manhattan when my now mother agent, Peter Sebilia, approached me and asked if I had an agent. I had no idea what he was talking about, or that calling the number on his business card would open me up to a new creative world.
FIRST MODELING JOB? My first ever modeling shoot was outdoors in Soho. It was a beautiful day, and I was with photographer Chris Brooke. After grabbing some clothes from Zara I went into it prepared to have fun. It ended up being a blast – by the end of the shoot I was feeling comfortable, and we were thinking outside the box.
FAVORITE PART OF BEING A MODEL? Getting to represent the ideas and creative direction of massively talented designers, photographers and creatives. And looking cool.
WORSE PART OF BEING A MODEL? Learning how to deal with rejection is the hardest part. I try my best not to get my hopes up and appreciate opportunities as they come.
DO YOU ASPIRE TO WALK RUNWAY? Yes, runway sounds like an interesting and memorable experience. It would be a new world for me.
FAVORITE PHOTOGRAPHER? Paying homage to a pioneer and creative giant – I’ll say Irving Penn. His style evokes appreciation for the diversity of the human experience.
FAVORITE MODEL? I admire what Channing Tatum has made of his career – he killed it with modeling, expanded his game, and grew his influence.
FAVORITE DESIGNER/LABEL? Alongside their quality and style, I like Brunello Cucinelli’s philosophy towards fashion. I think the industry can learn from the ethical principles of quality and dignity that they embody.
DREAM CAMPAIGN? Ralph Lauren or Burberry.
DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE/LOOK? Being mixed race, I like to think of myself as versatile – I can embrace anything from flamboyant and colorful, to urban streetwear, to preppy. Coming from an athletic background, I try to be deliberate about how I express myself and the designer’s vision through my body language – so I appreciate clothing that gives me a lot to work with.
FAVORITE MUSICIAN/BAND? I remember first coming across Fred again’s Boiler Room set in 2022 and being blown away. I’ve been a fan ever since and loved his live show. Glad he’s been getting a lot of attention this year, the guy is extremely talented. Also Duskus, Four Tet, Joy Anonymous, and Skrillex.
FAVORITE SONG OF THE MOMENT? “Glow” by Fred again. Play this song during a long drive on a nice day and thank me later.
INTERESTS BESIDES MODELING? I produce electronic music – I love sampling audio clips that stick with me, like a monologue by Bruce Lee, and turning them into a song that tells a story. I play pickup basketball, read a lot, dance at clubs, and explore the world. I bike everywhere. I also work as a technology consultant and advise a tech startup.
SINGLE? I have a beautiful girlfriend who is my primary source of inspiration. She’s been super supportive of my modeling journey.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOU? Big things…
Photography & menswear styling
Photographed in New York City.
