In today’s Substack, say hello to the whirlwind that is Maria Chroni. Maria is a dancer and a model, and she seems to exist in perpetual motion — one of those people who energise every environment they step into, even in a brief encounter. Her intensity is truly unforgettable, as is the dynamic way she carries herself. In this edition, we’re diving straight into her delightfully wild universe, and we asked her to give quick, candid answers to 32 questions. Enjoy!
You wake up in the morning and the first thing you do is … coffee
and you listen to… I don’t listen to anything when I wake up - I do all day that’s enough
Shape? Not defined
Smell? Sandalwood
Mood? ————
What is more exhilarating? Dancing or Running? Both
Do you have a favourite historical artist? Merce Cunningham
Song currently playing on your Spotify… The Water Rises - Laurie Anderson
What’s the most “you” piece of clothing you own? A pair of chunky heels
What’s a trend you secretly hope never comes back? Cabana trousers 🤮
Top 3 favourite designers…. Helmut lang , Saint Laurent, Prada
If you could wear one colour for the rest of your life, what would it be? Black if is even considered a colour
What’s the one thing you always overpack for trips? Shoes and jackets
Some places have a way of “calling” you. Which one is calling you? Paris
Your guilty pleasure instagram account… sarcasm_only
What is one thing anyone should try in their life at least once? Live in different countries - must.
What’s the one thing in your fridge that always sparks joy? Ice cream
Your comfort food after a long-day? Asian food.
Who’s your fictional friend? Alice in wonderland
What’s the last photo you took on your smartphone? My favourite cat in my neighbourhood- I named her Nafsika, she is an icon (ps I don’t even know for a fact if is a female but whatever)
What’s your weirdest pre-creative ritual? Laying on the floor with my eyes closed
What’s the most sentimental object in your home? A book
If you could redesign any iconic building, which one would it be? Royal Albert Hall, London or Bauhaus, Berlin
If you could swap lives with anyone for a day, who would it be? Nils frahm wanna be in his genius brain to see the process of creating the sound he does.
Which movie hero(ine) is your alter ego? Mia Wallace
If you could live in a famous set from a movie or series, which one would it be? The Empress
If your dining table could host anyone for a dinner party, who would it be (alive or dead)? Ohad Naharin.
Do you prefer creating or winning? Creating of course!
What’s your favourite 2WO+1NE=2 item? My custom made Altani jacket
What’s your love language? Gaze
Name 3 of your pet peeves 1- not being on time 2- ill-mannered 3- sleazyness
