Explore popular quotes and sayings by a Russian model Irina Shayk.
Last updated on December 3, 2024.
Irina Valeryevna Shaykhlislamova, known professionally as Irina Shayk, is a Russian model and actress who received international recognition when she appeared as the first Russian model on the cover of the 2011 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Models.com ranks her as one of the New Supers.
It's very simple. You have to be faithful to your other half and not have secrets. That's my rule.
It doesn't matter if you're small, big, or fit: if you go in front of the camera and deliver and say, 'Oh my God, I look amazing,' and just be sure about yourself, everything will be perfect.
I hate wearing makeup because I am just too lazy to take it off at night.
I'm very smart, and I have a great team of people around me investing my money. I'm not buying gold - yet.
The only art I have is a Polaroid from Peter Beard from his book. I shot with him four years ago, and he did a special Polaroid for me, so I consider it a piece of art.
I was born and raised in a small village, and I didn't even think I was especially pretty.
When I grew up, my role model was my grandma because she's just the best.
I'm Russian: I'm into men, diamonds, and caviar.
Both should share the same concept of what a relationship means and the same energy to believe in a monogamous relationship.
Relationships are hard, so you have to know what type of man you want by your side and what their values are, what is important in his life.
I'm not a fan of soccer, for sure not.
I started playing piano age six. I was also singing in the choir, so my mum put me into music school. I went to study there for seven years, but it was not my passion. I quit because I wanted to study marketing. But I can still play piano.
After school, my sister and I helped our mom in the garden. We grew potatoes, cucumbers, tomatoes - not for fun, but to eat.
Mutual respect is very important in a relationship, and since my work is part of my life, he would have to respect it.
I love honest men, and a I love a man who is loyal to women.
Use coconut oil; it is one of the best moisturizers. Use it right after the shower on wet skin and then wipe it off with a towel.
Actually, I wanted to become a journalist, but no matter who I imagined myself to be in the future, somehow I was sure: I would leave my hometown. I felt it was my destiny.
At 14, I'd have given my left arm to be a boy: I thought I was horrible and that no-one would ever find me attractive.
I would never do 'Playboy.'
My father was dark skinned because he was Tatar. Sometimes Tatars can look Brazilian.
You have to invest the money in a certain thing, because, you know, at 40, I want to enjoy my life. So I do a lot of investments. Apartments back in Russia and New York. It's a good thing to do.
I'm in hotel rooms most of the time, and it can be hard to find a hotel with a nice gym. It was important for me to have a workout I could do in my room.
If you're with someone, it's because you're moving in the same direction, and you both are looking for the same thing. Both of you have to share the same concept of what a relationship means.
I spend time doing cardio because it makes me feel good.
I don't spend a lot of money on clothes, which is weird because I am a fashion model, but when it comes to the new collections coming out, I am just praying designers send it to me for free.
What I've never understood is why some women use plastic surgery to make themselves more attractive to men. The most beautiful woman is someone who's happy and is always smiling.
Of course I prefer to be with someone, but with the right someone.
I don't think there's a perfect time to have kids. I think first you have to find the perfect person.
I love fast food, but you have to try to eat healthy.
Yes, I am a lingerie model, but I have class.
I love high heels from the age of 10! Short skirts and then high heels. My classmates used to make fun of me. Like, 'Ooh, she's so skinny and she's wearing high heels.' But I just wore what I like, and I didn't care about people's opinions, the same as I don't care now.
I'm always sad to leave paradise, but I leave behind the hopes of coming again soon.
I think a woman feels ugly when she's got the wrong man at her side.
I think whatever dress you wear, people will criticise you. Different people have different opinions.
You can't break Russian people, you know? 'Cos we're made in cold snow. We're very resistant.
I'm really grateful to my fans - to all the people who support me.
I don't believe in men who make us feel unhappy, because they're boys, not men.
I was noticed by a person from a local model agency, and he proposed that I participate in a beauty contest Miss Chelyabinsk.
I don't know how many kids I am going to have, but definitely I am one of those women who wants to have family and kids.
I never thought of a career of as a model, and it was a total surprise for me when I won the contest and became Miss Chelyabinsk. Then I started modelling in Paris.
I believe women should be independent and have their own life. But I also think that when a couple decides to have a family, things change because you need to live in unison.
I think of myself as a cover girl. But I would never do some kind of cheesy magazine.
Of course I want to have a family, but there's a right time for everything. When my time comes, it will happen.
My ideal man is faithful, honest, and a gentleman who knows how to treat women.
In Russia, we eat a lot of heavy food like potatoes and lots of meat. I can't eat one apple or a salad a day. You wouldn't want to come talk to me if I don't eat. I have to eat, or I am in a really bad mood.
I travel around the world, and there are so many beautiful girls, but that's not going to make you a supermodel. You have to have something more than just a pretty face.
I started modelling quite late, at 20. In this industry, girls start when they're barely even 14 or 15.
I've felt ugly and insecure.
I would love to play a crazy Russian spy, run with a gun. That's something I would love to do.
If you want to eat chocolate or cakes, you have to eat it in the morning, for breakfast or lunch - don't eat it in the night.
In the morning, I always use a cube of ice on my face - it gives me a natural lift.
I get my light eyes from my mother.
Of course, nothing just falls into your lap - to get where I am now, I've worked hard.
I am trying to concentrate on books. You know, I love Dostoevsky; he's my favourite writer.
Don't forget to eat a lot of greens and fish oil pills. Those are two of the best things to keep your skin glowing.
Nothing is better than going home to family and eating good food and relaxing.
I always had a short bob with bangs, and I hated it. My mum would always say, 'A short hair cut is always the way to go for you.' I had it for fourteen years!
Stay away from the sun and remember the skin on a woman's neck, hands and face is sensitive and ages easily, so apply a high SPF sunscreen on those areas.
I love food - I am never on a diet - I swear to God!
I feel like woman was brought to this world to have family and kids.