DEMI-NICOLE LANIGAN TALKS MODELING
"Goal is to experience every country"
Daniel John
How did you first start modeling?
I started my modeling career through participating in Miss England. I was sixteen years old, in college, and working in a bar. Through talks of me being in Miss England, a regular customer who was a photographer, advised I take up modeling and so I booked a photoshoot and fell in love with it. In my early experiences, I was still quite shy, and learning the craft, I believe we are all forever still learning.
Modeling does put you in a peculiar position of both having to fit in and stand out at the same time. Did you always have the confidence or has it been more of a journey, a decision, to get here?
Growing up I’ve always been quite quiet and reserved, but fortunately a naturally confident person, more so in myself. However through putting myself out there, continuously meeting new people, participating in various beauty competitions as well as modeling, this is something that has definitely grown.
Traveling the world as a model, which destinations have been especially memorable for you?
My two most memorable destinations would be South Korea and China. I went to South Korea alone at seventeen years old. Which, to some, would sound daunting, but as I’ve travelled to over twenty-four countries by the age of twenty. This was a breeze and an incredible opportunity. I also previously returned from China in October 2025, again which I travelled alone to compete in Miss Tourism World, as Miss Tourism England. This too was an incredible experience, each one different with new memories for both, which is why I can’t pinpoint just one as my favourite.
Any places you still haven’t visited but would love to?
I have a few places I’ve not yet discovered. Firstly Jamaica. I’d love to go there for my love of the culture, music, and food. Secondly, Egypt. Egypt always has been a strong interest of mine with its history and landscapes. Lastly Brazil. I’d love to go there for the natural beauty and again, culture. My goal is to experience every country at least once. Traveling has shown me that the world is far bigger than our own surroundings, it opens your eyes, challenges your perspective, and deepens your understanding. For me, life is about memories, experiences, and the connections we make along the way.
Is expressing yourself creatively mostly your thing, or are there more artists in the family?
I’d say creativity does run in my family, and I believe it runs in all of us if we channel it correctly. I am very close with my family, seeing them almost every day and my mum is my best friend, and also like a manager to me. She is always helping me with new ideas, broader opportunities and more.
Do you feel TikTok and Instagram, being a content creator on top of everything, is a necessity, or even an expectation, for models today?
I would say in today’s society as a model, being online on social platforms, is a necessity. I belive so as the more present you are, the more people know you, the higher chance of getting work and stronger connections. However there would still be opportunities if you weren’t online yourself, via agencies. But personally, social media plays a large role in what I do.
If you went to your wardrobe and instinctively picked what felt natural without even thinking about it, what would your “look” be?
If I went to my wardrobe and picked an outfit, it would highly depend on my mood in that very moment. Most days I like to feel comfortable, simply in loungewear, leggings, jeans and so on. But I also love to dress up, with a nice fitted dress and heels.
What fills your days when you’re not modeling. What kind of things do you like to spend your time on just for fun or to unwind a little bit?
In my free time, I love being in nature especially on a sunny day. I’d happily sit in the garden in the sun, journaling whilst listening to music and drinking a coffee. I also love the gym, spas, food, and spending time with the people I love.
