Sofia Harmanda (Σοφία Χαρμαντά; born on February 24, 1996)[1] is a Greek tastemaker, ballerina and model.[2][3]

Sofia Harmanda
BornFebruary 24, 1996
Athens, Greece
Alma materAthens University of Economics, Yale University

Early life and education

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Sofia Harmanda was born on February 24, 1996, in Athens, Greece. She pursued secondary education in Athens before attending the Athens University of Economics. She furthered her studies in digital marketing at Yale University.[2]

Modeling career

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Her modeling career began when she was discovered by a photographer in Athens.  She worked in major European cities including Milan and London before moving to the United States in 2017.[2]

Sofia Harmanda appeared on the cover of ELLE magazine three times, as well as on the covers of Madame Figaro and Marie Claire. She was the face of global campaigns for brands such as Yamamay,[4] Le Meridien Hotels, Heidi Klum's lingerie brand,[5] Laura Mercier, and L'Oréal.

In January 2024 she appeared on the cover of ELLE Greece, photographed by Thanassis Krikis, wearing Valentino, styled by Christos Alexandropoulos.

Sofia has walked in many fashion shows and attended various high-profile events, including Gabrielle's Angel Foundation charity ball in New York City, Vanity Fair Oscar Party 2024,[6][7][8] Vogue World 2024 in Paris[9] and others.[10][11][12]    

Public activities

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Sofia Harmanda serves as a global ambassador for Oxygen Seven, focusing on reforestation initiatives. She also supports KEPEA, an organization that aids individuals with special needs in Athens.

Personal life

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Sofia currently resides in New York. In addition to her modeling career, she is proficient in Latin and ballet dancing.[13][1]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Zavodljiva Grkinja Sofia Harmanda". Express (in Bosnian). 2018-03-28. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  2. ^ a b c "Σοφία Χαρμαντά: Το love story με τον Τζέραρντ Μπάτλερ που έγινε κους κους από την Αθήνα μέχρι το Λος Αντζελες" (in Greek). 2024-03-17. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  3. ^ Πλατσατούρα, Φανή (2022-08-13). "Η Σοφία Χαρμαντά στο ΟΚ!: "Τώρα ζω το δικό μου αμερικανικό όνειρο"". OK! Magazine (in Greek). Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  4. ^ "Udobno donje rublje Yamamay koje naglašava siluetu i jača samopouzdanje". story.hr (in Croatian). Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  5. ^ "Σοφία Χαρμαντά: Η Αμαλιαδαία καλλονή στην καμπάνια της νέας σειράς εσωρούχων της Heidi Klum". 2019-08-27.
  6. ^ "Emma Stone, Kylie Jenner, more celebrities celebrate at 2024 Oscar after-parties". USA TODAY. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  7. ^ "Vanity Fair Oscar Party 2024 Looks: See What The Stars Wore On The Red Carpet". Outlook US. 2024-03-12. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  8. ^ eleftherostypos.gr, Newsroom (2024-03-11). "Όσκαρ: Η Σήλια Κριθαριώτη και η Σοφία Χαρμαντά ξεχώρισαν". Ελεύθερος Τύπος (in Greek). Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  9. ^ "See Every Vogue World 2024 Red Carpet Look From Paris". vogue.ph. 2024-06-23. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  10. ^ "Parties, Parties, Parties! Veronica de Piante's Floral Soirée, The Webster's Blooming Bash, & More!". Daily Front Row. 2024-06-11. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  11. ^ Murden, Kiana (2024-04-19). "Carolina Herrera Fetes Two New Fragrances at Silencio in New York City". Vogue. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  12. ^ Purepeople. "Sofia Harmanda au Défilé « Vogue World » Place Vendôme dans le cadre de la Fashion Week de Paris, France, le 23 juin 2024. © Olivier Borde/Bestimage - Photo". www.purepeople.com. Retrieved 2024-07-31.
  13. ^ "Σοφία Χαρμαντά: Με τον Τζέραρντ Μπάτλερ χωρίσαμε λόγω απόστασης". Newsbeast (in Greek). 2021-11-06. Retrieved 2024-07-31.