Brana Dane shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Brana, really appreciate you sharing your stories and insights with us. The world would have so much more understanding and empathy if we all were a bit more open about our stories and how they have helped shaped our journey and worldview. Let’s jump in with a fun one: Have any recent moments made you laugh or feel proud?
I’ve been fortunate to have some pretty interesting opportunities in my career as a model. I’ve spoken on the fashion industry live in panels and on the news, but it’s always special for me when I get to collaborate with other creatives to bring something new to life. Recently I co-curated a gallery show with Marius Bargielski sponsored by the Polish Consulate in NYC. We showed my own art and inspired works by some top photographers in the nation. I was also the subject of the piece shown by fashion photographer Patrik Andersson so it was a full-circle moment.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
As a model and advocate, I’ve been featured in leading fashion publications including Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, as well as in the cover editorial of Porter Magazine. In 2022, I appeared on the cover of Glamour Bulgaria. Alongside my work as an advocate and model, I’m a former TV presenter for FNL Network, broadcast globally on Amazon Prime. In my work as an advocate I bring awareness to issues of sustainability and human rights.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
Modeling in general exposes us to so many interesting scenarios that it can really shape your perception of the world. There are a lot of amazing strong and kind people who are creative but there’s also a seedier side. Seeing this contrast has helped to shape my perception of power. The world is only run by individuals, all of whom are imperfect.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering through difficult times really taught me the value of loyalty in my inner circle, but more than that the difficult times helped me to develop my own internal priorities. When you’re dealing with a lot of stress and limitations almost every decision you make comes at a cost. In this way I learned pretty quickly what I actually value and need in my life.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
I think my closest friends would say I’m a protector. They know that I have certainty and lines I don’t cross. Every one of my longtime friends has actually valued me for my strong personality and those traits that make me unique. I think surrounding yourself with supportive people is so important – especially if you want to make an impact in the world in some way because you will always be met with resistance. You can’t fight for the world if you’re already using your energy to fight at home.
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. If you knew you had 10 years left, what would you stop doing immediately?
I definitely would stop worrying so much. Even though I already know it’s usually wasted energy, it can still be hard for a conscientious person to get out of their own head sometimes. I also would stop being hard on myself for any limitations, as I always put in so much effort and that should be the main point.
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- Website: https://Branadane.com
- Instagram: @branadane
- Twitter: @branadane
- Facebook: @danebrana
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