Eleven years ago, my silver hair pulled me from behind the scenes as a Stylist to in front of the camera. At 52, I was asked to rock a bikini alongside women half my age. I'd been conditioned to think I was too old, but embracing the moment changed everything. The image went viral because it challenged norms—women in their fifties weren't expected to look confident, youthful, and carefree.

That moment sparked my mission: "To be what I wanted to see in the world." I wanted to prove that mid-life women weren’t invisible, especially in advertising. We’re a new breed—self-assured, comfortable in our skin, unbothered by outdated opinions.

I redefined how I saw myself, from skincare and wardrobe to attitude. I chose modelling jobs that reflected vitality and rejected roles that boxed silver-haired women into outdated stereotypes. Instead, I modelled lingerie, swimwear, played a mechanic, an art dealer, and a cool Christmas granny for Bonds.

In 2021, I partnered with DB Cosmetics for their pro-age beauty campaign—celebrating confidence at any age.

Now, five years into life back in Tassie, I've somewhat taken my foot off the gas modelling wise but I’m so proud to have helped spark something bigger. Silver hair is everywhere, represented in social media and advertising. I know I helped to light the fire, mid-life women are owning their space, showing future generations there’s nothing to fear in ageing—only more to celebrate.

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