With an early background in classical Russian Ballet and a yoga practice that began in New York City in 1993, Marlon Braccia as long had perfectly toned legs. She’s been quoted as saying, “It’s my experience with pranayama (yoga’s breathing exercises) that allows me to hold positions on set that look graceful, but are actually quite awkward or even impossible for others to do.” The shots for Armani are a perfect example. Of all the 5’ 10” and taller models in New York City, Armani chose Marlon to model their hosiery.

To achieve the graceful pose art directors wanted, Marlon sat slanted and contorted off the edge of a wooden plank for 8 hours. Each stocking was shot in the exact same position pictured above, which was ultimately overlaid her nude shot in the final printed piece.

Being unusually short-waisted and long-legged, Marlon’s petite frame appears tall on film. Cleverly, this can create the illusion of spaciousness in small spaces––think car interiors, sofas, mattresses, bathtubs... Thin ankles, petite knee caps and especially curvaceous calves make Marlon’s legs sensual, sexy and elegant.

Commercial director Guy Cearly said, “Marlon’s not just a leg model, she’s a contortionist! Plus she’s great fun on the set. We usually get the shot quickly, which saves crew hours and budgets.”

Marlon actively hikes, skis, swims, and cycles in addition to her yoga practice. She is a PADY certified scuba diver.

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