Mode Around the Globe: Robbi Jan
EL DORADO SEASIDE SUITES
by KARISMA
Photographed by RYAN HOUCHAN
Videography by ALEX NOLAN
Robbi Jan
@robbijan
What’s something you’re looking forward to most this summer?
Summer is my favorite time of year! The days are longer, and the world just seems a little brighter. I’m actually about to move to New York next month, so I’m looking forward to having my first summer there- and seeing what experiences the city brings! We also have a lot of trips coming up including Europe, and I’m potentially going back home to Australia as well.
What inspires you and why?
Traveling! There’s nothing more humbling than being reminded how big the world is and how much there is still to learn. The more I travel, the more I realize and am reminded how little I really know. It really changes your perspective on the world, and opens your mind. One of my favorite parts of exploring a new place is looking at the fashion, and feeling inspired.
What is a typical work day like for you?
Everyday is different when you work for yourself!
My most productive days are the days where I DON’T snooze my alarm, and instead of picking up my phone and mindlessly scrolling on Instagram or checking my emails for half an hour, I open the curtains. I let the sun in, I put on music and make the bed. I sit down with my devotion, and that fills my spirit with encouragement. I then open notes on my phone and write a list of goals/tasks I want to get done that day.
I typically work out as soon as I wake up, I love workout classes, especially when I need a motivation boost. Then it’s protein shake and breakfast time before I shower and get ready for the day. I typically have calls, catch up on emails, create content and edit videos. There’s always something to be done!
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
I’m honestly such a beach baby – I grew up in a beach town in Australia, so I love nothing more than sitting in the sun with a nice book and just relaxing.
Are there any other careers you’d like to explore in the future?
I love my job, and I wouldn’t change it right now, I find it fulfilling and exciting. In the future I may move back into cosmetic dentistry. My passion as an Oral Health Therapist, is dental aesthetics. 5 years at university, and even though I’m not currently using my degrees- I’ve always got it in the back of my mind.
Currently, I would love to dive deeper into the self help/motivational realm… I really enjoy motivational speaking and encouraging others, and try to implement that within my content on a day-to-day basis by using affirmations and positive quotes alongside my content. My podcast, Miracle Mindset focuses on asking experts in their fields (doctors, journalists, influencers, makeup artists, etc) how they’ve gotten to where they are and what advice they have to give, and it’s so refreshing to hear different viewpoints on how others can succeed, so I’d love to continue with that and go even deeper in that area.
What was the most challenging aspect of developing the platform you have today?
The most challenging part for me is that unlike when I did dentistry, there’s no set hours, social media is not a 9-5. Like any entrepreneur, when it’s your business, you often end up working long hours because there’s always something to do. So much goes into the behind the scenes that most people don’t see and I’m lucky enough to have a really awesome team around me.
What advice would you give to someone who aspires to have a career like your own?
I would say, know your niche. The internet is so saturated and there’s so much noise- find something you’re passionate about, something unique that’s entertaining or educational. Everyone has a voice, but you have to actually be saying something. Like any career, you have to work extremely hard and it’s a huge investment of time – make sure to dedicate your free time to it, shoot all your outfits/makeup looks or whatever your niche may be, and tag the brands, create high quality content and you will eventually be noticed. Be patient and keep working at it.
What are your favorite websites / stores to shop for your summer style?
A few of my favorites are Showpo, Revolve, Nordstrom, and I also love Zara for cute basics. For shows, I love DSW, Tony Bianco, Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s.
What was your favorite part of traveling to El Dorado Seaside Suites?
The whole resort was honestly a dream, and I felt so lucky to be a part of this trip. Waking up to a beautiful view of the ocean and falling asleep with the door open- feeling the breeze and listening to the waves was heaven.
What’s one fact people would be surprised to know about you?
This was actually a career that happened organically for me! I kind of fell into it.
My university degrees are actually in the health space. I worked full time in Cosmetic Dentistry as an OHT and it was my passion. I loved seeing my patients, changing people’s perception of going to the dentist, and boosting people’s confidence by improving their smiles. I started taking a lot of before and after photos of fillings that I had done on my patients. When I started sharing these pictures to the social media accounts of the practice, the business skyrocketed. It was at that point I realised the power in harnessing social media. It’s the future. I genuinely love sharing my life, and I hope that sharing the highs and lows of my life, can empower other women.
Are you working on any projects you can share with our Modeliste readers?
I’m currently designing a clothing collection with Showpo, an Australian fashion label, and one of my favorite brands. The collection will be out early next year and will be full of staples, and beautiful pieces that you will wear and re-wear for years to come- I can NOT wait to share it with you guys.
What are three items in your closet you cannot live without?
My favorite, most worn piece would probably have to be this cream colored light coat that I have from Revolve, I’m obsessed with layering it over an outfit like a crop top, jeans and heels to give it that effortless styled look. My second would probably be my Air Force 1s, I wear them almost every day and they go with so many looks (I’m a shoe girl at heart). My third would probably be my jewelry, I absolutely love jewelry and can’t leave home without wearing it.
One thing you cannot travel without?
I never leave home without my airpods no matter where I’m going. I love listening to podcasts and self help videos to further expand my mind and well-being. Highly recommend that everyone has a pair – they’re a game changer for long flights and traveling.
Take us behind the scenes of your everyday beauty routine for the perfect glowy skin for summer:
Before I EVER do makeup, I always start with sunscreen- the Glow Recipe watermelon glow niacinamide sunscreen is my favorite. I also love a good glowy base with a winged liner, pink or a nude lip and mascara. If I want to go a little more glam, occasionally I’ll add a little more highlighter and some false lashes to the ends of my lashes.
What would you like to say to your fans?
I would like to tell them thank you for everything that they have given me, and that they mean the world to me! I wouldn’t be where I am today without all of you. I love interacting with everyone in the comments, and my followers/subscribers mean the absolute world to me. Thanks for having me! Until next time! xx
