This was the shortest trans-Atlantic trip in Yael Shelby’s career so far. Destination: A studio in faraway Los Angeles. The reason for the party: photos taken in complete secrecy for the Valentine’s collection of the makeup brand by Kylie Jenner, who is the little sister of Kardashian, a successful businesswoman and entrepreneur with over 300 million followers on the networks.
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In a campaign that will air on February 3 and was posted this morning on the Instagram account of Kylie Cosmetics, starring Shelby, who received a two-day strip from the IDF for that matter. “That’s very important in a model’s career – a cosmetics campaign,” she says, “everything happened fast. I arrived in the evening at a hotel that was close to the filming area, but far from where my partner Brandon lived. I immediately went to bed, and in the morning they came to pick me up for a long day of filming. After the filming, at ten-thirty at night I arrived at the hotel, went to bed and in the morning I was already on the flight to Israel. “
So you came all the way to Los Angeles and did not see him?
“True. I came to Neto work and immediately returned to the IDF. We just talked on the phone. “
What does the day of the photo shoot look like?
“We were three models on the set. One American, the other I think from South Africa and I. They were both darker than me in appearance. Everything felt very secretive and secret. As soon as we entered the studio we signed a confidentiality agreement, according to which we are not allowed to shoot anything on our set – That it includes both the products and ourselves.Usually in beauty photography there is not too much emphasis on styling, but this time there was a big room bursting with clothes of well-known designers.The predominant colors were pink and red, and although the emphasis was on interior photography, these colors will also be seen in clothes .
Did you take care of kosher food?
“Yes. I always ask for salmon with vegetables and rice in advance because of kosher food.”
This is not the first time you’re being photographed for Kylie.
“Right. I used to be photographed for her ‘Kylie Skin’ grooming line, which is body products. The lead photographer on the set knew me from photos in the past, and we had great communication. I explained to him what I like best and what compliments me and there was a very pleasant atmosphere. Staying on schedule”.
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What can you tell about the collection?
“Which is amazing in its beauty, in the colors of pink, red, purple and brown in different shades, and in the shapes of hearts and cherries as befits Valentines. The collection felt very high quality to me: Which come in a creamy texture and there are even false eyelashes. “
Kylie jumped on the set?
“No. She is in advanced pregnancy, waiting for a son or daughter, brother or sister for her stormy debut.”
But did you get to make an early acquaintance?
“Yeah, we met before. I was in Los Angeles with Brandon (Corf, Shelby’s American partner, DBA), we went to a party and we met her daughter’s birthday.”
You lost a lot of big jobs because of the corona?
“Yes, there were large jobs that had already been scheduled and canceled because it was impossible to fly. I intentionally do not specify, because many times things are just postponed and not canceled. I hope these things happen in the end. “
Two years in the army probably did not make it any easier for you either.
“The army went towards me and gave me days off which I of course return. There were things that were canceled, but that was because I was not allowed to go out because of the corona. The army is guarding its soldiers.”
Yael Shelby and her partner Brandon Korf Photo: Tom Simon
In retrospect, would you give up military service?
“Absolutely not. I’m not sorry and do not see in these two years a waste of time. I should be released in another three months and I will never forget the military experience. I think I am not the same goat I was when I entered the army, I grew up very, my worldview changed. What I really want to do with my life and I feel ready for it. Beyond that, even if it sounds cliché – I strongly believe that military service is a must for everyone. We are Israelis and Jews who live in a country that gives us but also needs us, and it is our duty to give it back. I tell everyone who is undecided, go and serve, it is a formative and important experience. “
Where does Brandon fit into your service?
“He’s been here almost four months recently, we lived together in an apartment in Tel Aviv and it’s a nice test for a relationship. I’m very busy these days, I’m campaigning for Renoir, Zer For You, Aquarius, Mickey Bogen, Adidas and Spring. Besides, I will soon be filming for the second season Of the ‘Palmach’ series. Brandon has returned to his occupations in Los Angeles and may come again before my release or I will drive to him for a few days. And if not, we’ll meet in Los Angeles after I’m released. “
Is Hollywood your next destination?
“That’s the ambition. After graduation I will fly to Los Angeles, but I prefer to talk about things after they happen. I’ve been studying here for two years with an amazing teacher named Siegel Ginzburg, and in addition I’m studying English with a teacher from Los Angeles. “I have an accent teacher from there. I work at it because it’s important for me to come professionally.”
Yael Shelby | Photo: Shai Yehezkel. Jacket and skirt: Helga Designs, Golf: Renoir
Brandon’s father still living in the country?
“He lives between Jerusalem and Boston and Miami. And of course I know him, I’m as part of Brandon’s family as he is part of the SLI family.
He’s 36 and 20, can I hear the sounds of a wedding?
“I’m still a soldier. Talk to me in three months.”
This is, is he the one?
“Right. I found the one.”
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