Meet Aila Marie Koch - better known on Tumblr as @Nahsty. This 14 year old soon to be 15, lives in Austria and enjoys drawing, writing, sports and modeling. In fact, Aila has been signed with Stella models for a while now, and she was given the opportunity to walk for numerous shows. We got the chance to have a chat with this aspiring young model!

Wonder Years: How were you first discovered?

Aila: Someone/a scout on the street came up to me and asked me to check out their agency, etc. and so I thought I should try it out and since then I’m modeling.

WY: What is the best thing that happened to you since then?

A: Probably walking for Jean Paul Gaultier!

WY: That must have been amazing! But do you ever like it’s time consuming?

A: Of course it takes a lot of time, sometimes you have to work from the morning till late afternoon but honestly, if you love it, the hard work pays off.

WY: Do you ever see yourself being a model in the future as you get older?

A: I honestly don’t know, I see myself being a lot of things in the future (including a model as well) but right now, its just a hobby but I do hope it gets more serious as I get older.

WY: If you ever stop modelling, what would you want to be once you’re an adult?

A: I definitely wanna study law! And if that wouldn’t work out, I’d probably go in direction psychology or medicine.

WY: You seem very dedicated in your work, where do you think you get that from?

A: I’ve been always ambitious about anything I’m passionate about like my dad.

WY: Who is your role model? And why?

A: I have so many, for example all the Tumblr girls, Elizabeth Jane Bishop, Kendall Jenner, etc. The Tumblr girls because they give me fashion inspiration, Elizabeth Bishop because she’s just stunning and seems to have an amazing personality and Kendall Jenner because she inspires me with her modelling career and stuff.

WY: What would say is your favorite clothing piece?

A: Ripped jeans are my all time favorite clothing piece.

WY: Finally, what are your qualities and what are your flaws according to you?

A: My qualities are that I work very hard for things when I want something, which can also be a flaw and that I’m always honest, that I’ll always try my best and that I care deeply about everyone I know and my flaws are probably that I’m very lazy when it comes to not important stuff and that I can be too honest, which sucks a lot for some people.

Thank you so much Aila for spending some time with us! Here is where you guys can find her:

Tumblr: http://nahsty.tumblr.com

Instagram: http://instagram.com/ailakoch

Written by Lola | Photo by Anna | September 5th 2016

Hey YOU! Yes YOU! As you might have noticed, school is fast approaching and the Wonder Years Team would love to know: “What are your goals for this school year?” Well, the team went around and asked some of our favorite Tumblr muses that exact same question, and here is what we've found: 

“Get more organised, do things right away and get more into sports.” -Aila, @nahsty

“I assume to pass this year as previous ones with A+, to meet new people and to have fun on the best way possible. This year we are going on school trip to Spain and I totally can not wait for it.” -Fran, @arunnai

“i’m hoping to get at least 8  A* on this public exam!” -Kristy, @aestatine

“I’d like to improve my grades. i want to study well and be prepared for exams. i don’t wanna pull an all-nighter! hehe. also i’d like to keep a hobby. i enjoy art and sports so i’ll try practice drawing and painting everyday.” -Elsa, @crazieh

“Since I’m going to a new high school, my most important goal is to make a good first impression. I’m going to meet a lot of new people, so I’m also hoping to make new friends.” - @voquecity

“My main goal for this coming school year is to learn more about myself and find out who I am and become the person I want to be.  Starting college can kind of be intimidating with the large amount of people and the variety of things that they offer. I want to explore and try new things, and find something that I love. Along with that, I want to make a commitment to reach out to others and really put myself out there. I want to find friends who will inspire me and make me a better person.” - @stuphid

“I just graduated in june so I’m starting work on september 1th! Its my first real job and I hope I can prove myself, show to the company that I’m really motivated and ambitiuos to work as hard as i possibly can. My contract ends in february, so I hope I can prove myself that I’m worth it so they will give me another contract for a langer time .” - @allueres

“My main goals for this school year are to gain a lot of hands on experience, be involved and to do really well in my classes. I go to a fashion college so experience in the industry is kind of really important.” - @lazybambi

Written by Zahra | Edited by Lola

It's finally September! To some, September is just another month of the years - but to others, it's the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. You may be a student who is starting their first year at college after a long summer break or starting a new job in a new place, whatever it is, just prepare yourself for something different and exciting. 

Open your mind to new things that will come your way and at the numerous possibility you will be offered. Just make sure that throughout this growth you do not loose your roots because that is what makes you unique. It is that that differentiates you from the mass and that makes you one in a million. 

New beginnings are scary, we must agree but they are a path in life that we all need to encounter to become the best we can be and to become the person we have always wanted to be. 

In addition, they are also amazing. New beginnings are as if you are opening a door to a whole new world and yes they might somethings be hard but trust us, they will change you, me, everyone in a positive way. You just got to let life decide. Allow it to simply guide you. And in that way, you will understand it and you will be grateful of all the opportunity that life has to offer. Finally, finding yourself through all of the tasks and events that will be coming your way will help you grow within and help you understand yourself  better. And the best part is we get to be by your side throughout this new and amazing adventure. 

From the Wonder Years team to you, we wish you all a great year full of wonders xx

Assembled by Lola | Graphic by Taj

This month’s August 2016 Playlist contains the perfect mix of the most upbeat and chill tunes - best fit for lazy sun-sulking on the beach, a breezy car ride with friends, or even just a quick jog on the boardwalk. You can listen to the playlist on spotify HERE and 8tracks HERE. Follow our spotify @wonderyearsmusic, and our 8tracks @wonderyearsmusic.

We’d like to thank @on-the-brightsides for sharing us her go-to playlist, you can find her here:

Tumblr: http://on-the-brightsides.tumblr.com

Instagram: http://instagram.com/yvnneflores

With love, The Wonder Years Team xx