Mode Around the Globe: Perou Grace
@iamgrace
Photographed by HANNAH LEITSCH @haley_shot_it
How did you begin your career?
I started six years ago with my ex-boyfriend to share our lifestyle in Paris and talk about our relationship. We began with a blog like everyone at that time, but now it’s a bit outdated in France.
How do you hope to inspire people through your social media platform? What can your followers expect to see when visiting your social media page(s)?
When I started posting on social media, there weren’t many black women in the media, and even fewer as dark as me. So, there was a lack of representation of black women. That’s what I want to do, what I hope to achieve on my platform. I want to speak loudly for these women and share our perspective on the world. Our way of doing makeup, styling our hair, and everything else. Just to be present everywhere, every day.
What has been the highlight of 2024 so far for you?
I took a trip to Sri Lanka in February. It was my first time in Asia, and I loved it so much. It reinforced my desire to travel and discover our world.
What was your favorite part about your stay at the 138 Liberdade Hotel?
The staff is very attentive to the needs of its customers, the room decoration is very elegant, and the restaurant is incredible.
Dream vacation location?
Right now, it would be Bali.
What was the highlight of your trip with Modeliste?
Discovering the city by tuk-tuk was an amazing experience. I will remember it for the rest of my life.
What’s your go-to airport look? Essentials to pack in a carry on?
My go-to airport look is definitely my New Balance sneakers, a beautiful tracksuit, and of course, compression stockings to keep my legs slim.
Girls’ night in or Girls’ night out?
Girls’ night out!
What’s a typical work week like for you? Any advice for staying productive throughout the week?
It’s a week planned with some photo shoots and meetings with brands I love to work with. I’m also attending some events in Paris and sharing everything with my community on social media. By the way, I have to finish packing my boxes for the move.
What’s your current skincare routine? Any products you’d recommend for our Modeliste readers?
You have to start with a good makeup remover from Pixi Beauty, moisturizing creams from Shiseido, and lipstick from Wonder Skin.
What’s something your followers would be surprised to know about you?
Maybe they would be surprised to know that I hate ballet flats, even if they’re Chanel. In fact, they wouldn’t be surprised at all (laughs).
Where do you gain inspiration for content? Any tips & tricks you’d like to share for those aspiring to have a career like your own?
You have to know that Pinterest will be your best friend for inspiration. Also, I’m inspired by women with empowerment, who believe they are capable of anything. And I love seeing that even on social media. So I try to do my best to share this kind of lifestyle too.
What makes you different from other content creators?
I think, to be a good content creator, you have to find your uniqueness. I think my account is not similar to any other. I share my vision of life, my way of dressing, and my joy of living spontaneously. I’m not looking for new trends to follow and reach, but to be myself and be real with my community.
What would you like to say to your fans/followers?
I truly love you all, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the support you give me every day.
