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Tom Penfold - Eliminated

Tom Penfold - Eliminated

"If I see someone wearing the same thing as me, I have to leave."

Age: 19

Born: January 6, 1989

Made in: NSW

If you ask Tom, brands and bludging are two words that go a long way to defining his character.

Tom lives with his parents and his younger sister, and says he "lives for brands", expensive ones at that, but has no means of supporting his obsession.

His says his top five brands are Gucci, Prada, Polo, Dolce and Gabana and Sportscraft, and that he wants to get into the high fashion industry.

"I want to make a name for myself, be desired by big labels, and of course, the money, everything's about money," he says, presumably so he can buy the aforementioned brands.

But for now, Tom, who is studying commerce at university, has to settle for his primary means of income.

"I bludge off my parents," he says.

But he does do odd jobs to fulfil parts of his fashion desires and definitely has a creative streak.

"If you need a hole dug, I'm your man," he says proudly, adding that his parents are building a house that he often helps out with for a fee. "I also buy cheap things and wear them in a way that makes them look expensive," he says.

And his style must be unique.

"If I see someone wearing the same thing as me out I have to leave," he says.

Despite his arrogance, of which he's proud, Tom is also a sponge for information and advice from the judges.

"I want to get to know the fashion industry. With guys like Tyson (Beckford) involved, you'd be mad not to take in every bit of information they're willing to give you," he says.

"I want to come across as the spoilt little brat, because I guess that's what I am.

There's no point in lying, you'll always get caught."

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158 Comments
1. olovebutterflyo - Aug 08 09:48am
What an idiot. You've got to at least be hot if you want to be arrogant, fool.
2. jordy_red - Aug 08 09:51am
Tom really surprised me! I didnt think much of him to begin with but he's great! He's got the "model look" down! As Tyson said..."very Gucci model"
3. nsc21390 - Aug 08 11:45am
I'd tap that!
4. sally_h678 - Aug 08 04:59pm
This photo doesn't do you any justice. I saw you today in balmain...you look so much older and hotter in real life. Very model like, lots of potential!
5. henrygreg@rocketmail.com - Aug 08 05:36pm
marry me?
6. aussie_alex_1987 - Aug 09 07:45am
Hottest male, hands down.
7. lucymcdonliv - Aug 09 11:36am
As J. Hawkins said, a suer model is a whole package, and thats you.

You have the look; great charisma; confidence and much more to give.

Good luck.

Lucy
8. jessii_rulz - Aug 09 05:19pm
TOM to WIN !!! Wooo

Ps: not your best photo u look better in real life and on the show!!
9. quietmilk@y7mail.com - Aug 09 07:04pm
I can see him modelling for brands lke Gucci an Dior Homme, definately!

As opposed to the other males- there is no denying that he is model mateial. Let's cross our fingers, and hope he wins!
10. mercedesz87 - Aug 10 12:37pm
sally_h678 I really don't think you understand the concept of modeling, if his pictures don't do him justice, why is he modeling?
Arnt your photos the most important thing on par with the catwalk?

High end brand designers do not include sportscraft and polo. :s
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