WoM is very honored to have Amber Chia as the cover of our 1st issue!
Her first breakthrough into the international line began in 2004 when she was crowned the winner of Guess Timeless Beauty International Model Search.
Started modelling at the age of seventeen, her journey in the modelling career has brought her far beyond any other model would ever strive for.
Amber has recently gave birth to a lovely son in September 27th last year, by the name of Ashton.
Her optimistic and ambitious personality has pushed her career into a bigger height as she has now created her own modelling academy with the "catwalk guru", Benjamin Toong - Amber Chia Academy.
We were given the chance to have an exclusive interview with her and here's how it went like:
WoM: Tell me about the current project you're working on - Amber Chia Academy. What are the courses that you are offering?
Amber Chia: Well, Amber Chia Academy (ACA) was first built in September 1 last year at Jaya One, Petaling Jaya. We have other branches at Melaka and Penang, but currently the one in Penang is still under construction. ACA is not only a modelling academy, we also offer other relevant courses such as image grooming, make up and photography courses as well. Each courses has different level and duration. There is no age limit to enter this academy because I believe that if someone has the right attitude,confidence and talent, age does not matter.
WoM: What makes you want to open this academy?
Amber Chia: I received a lot of emails after I won the title for Guess Timeless Beauty International Model Search, many asked me for advice on how to start modelling. I received around 300 emails about that! So after that I wanted to help these people to start their career by entering this academy. They will learn how to groom themselves, get the right posture and all the tactics of becoming a model.
WoM: Being a mother now, has it been more difficult for you to cope with your busy schedule?
Amber Chia: Yes, it gets busier from time to time to be honest. But time management is very important in this case. No matter what, you still have to catch up with your friends. I even had to cut down some jobs because family must be our first priority. Sometimes I bring my son (Ashton) along to my workplace!
WoM: In your opinion, what is the most ultimate thing that makes a woman beautiful?
Amber Chia: You need to be hardworking and sincere in pursuing your dream, from there you will become beautiful. You have to keep learning and take as many knowledge as you possibly can because beauty is not defined by just your appearance.
WoM: How do you want to see yourself in 10 years time?
Amber Chia: I want to have a bigger family, one more baby would be nice - a girl. In terms of business, I still want to continue modelling but I will also want to try to be the person behind the scene instead.
WoM: Lastly, is there any personal message/advice that you would like to share with all the women out there in Malaysia?
Amber Chia: Just keep this one thing in mind, if you want to do something in your life, just go for it. At least just try, because if you don't, the opportunity might be gone in the future. I've experienced this when I was doing the Ford Supermodel of the World, there was this lady who came up to us, unfortunately she was 36 years old at that time, passing the age limit of the competition, so apparently it was too late for her to try out. So, the younger you start, the better!
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