By Leandro Infante
Olympia of Greece is one of the youngest princesses of European Royalty. At 16 she started studying fashion and photography in London and at 18 she moved alone to New York to continue with these courses of studies. But at the same time, she made it as an instagirl, she started being at the first rows of the most important fashion shows and so she began her shootings for magazines such as Vogue and W Magazine. Le Banana had the honor of being the first media in Latin America to interview Olympia. Let’s share what she told us!!
It must be something absolutely ordinary for you, but how was growing up in a Royal Family?
It’s something normal. I mean, most people think that being part of royalty is like what is shown in movies, series or documentaries and it isn’t true. There are obligations and protocols to follow, but apart from that, is a very normal and quiet life. I grew up in London, where I wasn’t part of the agenda.
It’s interesting to see the contrast between your career and your lifestyle -typical of people of your age- with royalty and all the opulence it involves. How do you combine both things?
I have always lived in the same way. My mom always wanted a simple life for me, like any girl of my age… with friends, hobbies, obligations, without any unusual situation. My job is still my favourite hobby because I enjoy it.
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In one of your first interviews you opened up about your problem with dyslexia and you even said that it had helped you be more creative; do you still think the same?
Yes, I think the same about dyslexia and I’m glad things happened that way.
You have had close relationship with fashion since you was a child, and both your mom and Diane Von Furstenberg have always inspired you. What does fashion mean to you and how is it your relationship with it nowadays?
They are two incredible women, and they are undoubtedly my muses; I learn a lot from them and they are my role models. For me fashion is a hobby; a place where I can create and learn.
Valentino Garavani is a close friend of your family; have you ever asked him for an advice?
I admire and respect him. I feel love for him for all the love that my mom feels for him but the only memories I have of Valentino are related to my childhood, no more than that.
In London you studied at one of the most exclusive art colleges and you graduated there in Interpretation, Art History, Graphic Design and Photography. From all this courses of studies, what did you enjoy the most?
I enjoyed life at College, the people who I met there, and, of course, everything I learnt.
Then it was Dior time; you were part of the Haute Couture department of one of French fashion giants. How was it seeing the behind the scenes of one of the most important brands in the world? What do you remember about that experience?
Dior was amazing, to understand what I felt there, you need to live that experience, words are not enough to describe how meticulous their work is. I remember their love and how they care about me and my learning process.
In 2015 you moved to New York to continue your studies in photography and business at Parsons School of Design, how was it?
New York is my city in the world, I will never leave NY, here I combine everything I love: my passions along with the lifestyle I like to have.
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How is your life in New York? Which are your favourite spots?
It is a normal life, like that’s of any 22-year-old girl. I like to get lost in the city and discover new places.
You work with brands like Dolce Gabbana and Michael Kors and you are part of shootings with Fashion Industry most important magazines and photographers, what do you enjoy the most about your job?
I love my job. I can’t choose just one thing, I enjoy all the processes and I am really happy that these fashion giants take me into account.
How would you define your style? Do you have any muse?
My mom is my muse. My style is classic and vintage, I wear so many inherited clothes and nobody notices it. I like wearing comfy clothes with sophisticated
If you had to choose 5 infallible and timeless clothes, what would they be?
A grey maxi coat, jeans, black boots, something animal print and black sunglasses.
A brand or a favourite designer?
Yves Saint Laurent.
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What was the last fashion item you bought and which will be the next one?
The new Hedi Slimane’s bag at Céline was the last item that I bought and I think something vintage at Chanel could be my next acquisition.
Your skin always looks perfect, what is your beauty routine? Do you have any secret to take care of your skin?
I follow a routine that my mom shared with me and this routine is kept as a secret among the women of the family.
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Your makeup always looks perfect too, which style do you choose?
I’m not good at making myself up so I go for the basics: eye liner, eyelash mascara, base when it is necessary and a bit of lipstick.
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Your Instagram account is one of the most followed profiles by influencers and people from fashion industry and you have already reached 160.000 followers, is Instagram your favourite social media?
I love Instagram, I have even made friends thanks to Instagram.
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If you had to choose 5 Instagram accounts to follow, which ones would you choose?
My cousins, Angelica Hicks and all Vogue profiles.
Do you admire someone?
Yes, I admire my mom.
What are your projects for this 2019?
Finish my courses of studies and do more fashion editorials.
Le Banana Top 5 by Olympia of Greece
A City: New York
A song: Now, Lost on You – LP
A movie/serie: My favourite from all the times, Sex and the City. I have the compiled of all the seasons.
A perfume: I love mixing Dior perfumes.
A candy: sugary chewing gum
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¡We love Olympia!