Full list: The next gen Gold Coast influencers rising to fame
They’re touted as the next big stars of social media. We reveal the next generation of Gold Coast influencers to keep your eye on. THE FULL LIST >>>
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WITH its pristine beaches and pastel sunsets, it’s no surprise the Gold Coast has become breeding ground to some of the world’s most famous influencers.
Queen bee Tammy Hembrow, Ruby Tuesday Matthews and international model Gabby Epstein are all products of the Coast – but who’s in line to be the next big thing?
From Olympic athletes to those spruiking products to their growing legion of followers, the Bulletin has rounded up some a new generation of influencers to keep your eye on.
Grace Olivia Roberts
Followers: 23K
Strengths: The stunning blonde has quickly gained a significant following in recent years, furthered by the launch of her up-market lounge wear label.
Claim to fame: Brand, ambassador and founder of label Temptation Vacation
To learn more follow@graceoliviaroberts
Codi Provan
Followers: 20.3K
Strengths: Known for her flashy lifestyle, the brunette beauty is also a successful business owner in her own right and works eyelash extension technician and trainer to boot.
Claim to fame: Founder of lashedbycodi
To learn more follow @codiprovan
Bianca Black
Followers: 21.6K
Strengths: The Gold Coast local is has become a big player in the influencer world of late, but is widely known for placing as a finalist in Miss Universe.
Claim to fame: National finalist for Miss Universe Australia 2020
To learn more follow @biancablack
Jasmin Bouwer
Followers: 17.3K
Strengths: The Tammy Hembrow lookalike captivates attention with her beaming smile, but while an emerging influencer by day, she’s also known for her artistic flair and creativity.
Claim to fame: Emerging brand ambassador
To learn more follow @jasmin.bouwer
Mine Coetser
Followers: 20.2K
Strengths: This homegrown model knows what it takes to make it in the fashion industry and thanks to her rising popularity also recently featured in a campaign for Vogue Australia.
Claim to fame: Successful model represented by Chic Model Management
To learn more follow @minecoetser
Pandora Bonsor
Followers: 27.2K
Strengths: Her beaming smile is a big as her bubbly personality. This upcoming actor and talented dancer for now spends her days in a law firm and once dabbled in real estate - but hopes to one day star on broadway.
Claim to fame: Partner of former Home & Away actor Lincoln Lewis
To learn more follow @pandorabonsorr
Wade Papenfus
Followers: 50.5K
Strengths: This insta star has made a name for himself thanks to his stunning feed and love for ocean activities. If you‘re looking for inspiration to get out and about - this is it.
Claim to fame: Content creator, co-founder of sustainable brand Clothing Tales
To learn more follow @wadepapenfus
Stevie Alger
Followers: 108K
Strengths: Arguably the most experienced of the lot, this Gold Coast local has over recent years managed to maintain a strong following thanks to her regular collaborations with Fashion Nova.
Claim to fame: Partner of champion ironman Caine Eckstein
To learn more follow @steviealger
Monique Castrission
Followers: 14.1K
Strengths: Her refreshing take on body positivity is seeing Monique break the mould of influencers, inspiring women to embrace their health and wellness in a relatable way.
Claim to fame: Founder of Blind Pick Up & Avenue Beauty
To learn more follow @moniquecastrission
Mikayla Klewer
Followers: 49.7K
Strengths: This successful fashion model is regularly celebrated for her gorgeous curves and positive body image in what has previously been an industry that lacked size diversity.
Claim to fame: Model for Precision Management
To learn more follow @mikaylaklewer
Liz Parnov
Followers: 31.5K
Strengths: This Russian born beauty has gained a huge following locally, many fans captivated by her intense training regime as a pole vault champion and Olympic athlete.
Claim to fame: Recently competed at Tokyo Olympics 2020
To learn more follow @lizparnov
Paris Nicholson
Followers: 10K
Strengths: This next gen star knows a thing or two about being in front of the camera, but she also regularly takes control behind it while managing campaigns for her own label.
Claim to fame: Co-owner of fashion label Amelie Teje
To learn more follow @parisnicholson_
Raychel
Followers: 20.6k
Strengths: This seasoned world traveller boasts about time spent abroad in recent years but for now calls Gold Coast home.
Claim to fame: Miss Universe Australia finalist for Victoria 2021
To learn more follow @raychel_xx
Elly Candi
Followers: 21.7k
Strengths: Fighting fit, this influencer is gaining huge popularity for her refreshing take on living a healthy life. For those looking for fitspo, this one’s for you.
Claim to fame: Trained as a UFC fighter, fitness trainer at FitStop Burleigh.
To learn more follow @beachpeachau
Courtney Stubbs
Followers: 37.7k
Strengths: She’s referred to as a ‘lifestyle content creator’ and her feed backs this claim up; littered with gorgeous backdrops, tasty eats and like an decent influencer, plenty of selfies.
Claim to fame: Worked alongside brands such a Boohoo and White Fox boutique
To learn more follow @_courtneystubbs
Soffia Ribbota
Followers: 49.4K
Strengths: Keen to get back into it? This next gen star is the fitspo you need. From heavy deadlifts to the latest work out gear, you can find it all on the brunette beauty’s page.
Claim to fame: Brand ambassador and emerging fitness influencer
To learn more follow @soffiaribotta_
Alysha Buckingham
Followers: 11.5k
Strengths: The rising brand ambassador is not only busy curating her own Instagram feed but also dozens of other businesses thanks to her day job in social media marketing.
Claim to fame: Rising influencer, marketing assistant at Social & Staple
To learn more follow @alyshabuckingham
Shani Alder
Followers: 18.7k
Strengths: The successful businesswoman is known for her flawless style and love for designer labels which regularly feature on her instagram feed.
Claim to fame: Works in property development for Gold Coast high rises
To learn more follow @shanialder
Allexis Doohan
Followers: 5.5k
Strengths: Featuring light hues and dreamy scenery, this rising model likes to keep things interesting on her feed, which also showcases some of her previous brand collabs. She’s also heavily involved with creative studio Disparate World.
Claim to fame: Rising model represented by Viviens Model Management
To learn more follow @allexis.doohan
Tay Mckeown
Followers: 33.9k
Strengths: The professional swimmer has been a regular in news headlines recently thanks to her sister’s gold-medal winning efforts at Tokyo 2020. But Tay’s also an athlete in her own right and even competed at the Olympic Trials.
Claim to fame: Swam at Olympic Trials, sister of Olympic gold medallist Kaylee Mckewon
To learn more follow @tay_mckeown
Amelia Moorani
Followers: 10.4k
Strengths: Amelia’s only just gained a name for herself in recent years and it seems there’s no sign she’ll be slowing down anytime soon. Only recently was she featured in a campaign for luxe shoe label Alias Mae.
Claim to fame: Successful model and rising brand ambassador
To learn more follow @ameliamoorani
Originally published as Full list: The next gen Gold Coast influencers rising to fame
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