The Perfect Girl Next Door
with FHM United Kingdom December 2024 cover star Kristen DeFranceschi / @fitkrissy_ny
Photography by Jeston Cornelius / @Perfectlyflawlessphoto
Makeup & Hair Elayna Justice / @LanaeLooks
Such an absolute honor to have you on FHM UK! Tell us about your modeling journey so far. How would you describe your personal style? My personal style is Barbie meets New York City. You could say my style is also very EXTRA yet sleek and classy! I have worked really hard on my body and my looks, and I enjoy showing off my hard work in outfits that just pop with my own unique mix of classy Barbie.
Best place you have ever been to in the world? My favorite place in the world so far is Lake Tahoe. I love to ski, and Heavenly Mountain is absolutely jaw dropping Lake Tahoe has the clearest blue water and the brightest green mountains, and so much to enjoy all year long! Enjoying a hot tub dip under the stars is extra special in Tahoe. It is just a magical place.
What was the biggest lesson from your worst breakup? The biggest lesson I’ve learned from my worst breakup is to never ever give up being your true self and do not give up your control to anyone. If you do that, you are almost by definition not giving everything to the relationship that it requires, and if the other person expects you to do any of that, then he is just not right for you.
What are some of your biggest dreams you hope to achieve? My biggest dream would be to own a fitness studio or a tennis training facility, so I can watch others enjoy their fitness and tennis journey. I love the whole fitness, tennis, and healthy athletic life. It has been so rewarding to me, and I am passionate about it. It warms my heart to see others enjoy it too.
What’s one thing about yourself that your fans might be surprised to learn? As you know, I am a New York City girl, so it surprises so many to learn that I love horseback riding. I started riding as a young girl in the city, where they had horse stables in buildings in the City. How cool is that, living in the City with all of its excitement, and also getting to bond with your horse and ride in the comforts of a New York City building. Of course, since then, I have gone horseback riding all over the country, and I truly enjoy the experience.
What are some of your personal favorite recipes or meals that you enjoy cooking at home? I have to be honest, I don’t really cook very often. However, as a good New Yorker, I do make an incredible Chicken Parmesan! Normally, I eat very healthy so I don’t cook or enjoy Chicken Parmesan as much as I would like to nowadays.
Who has been the biggest influence or role model in your life, and why? The biggest influence in my life is tennis great Andre Agassi. He is only a couple years older than me and I have been following him since he made his debut in the tennis world. He was always so determined and focused. At one point he dropped from being the best in world to a low ranking and everyone wrote him off. But he made the best comeback and accomplished so much before retiring from tennis! I played tennis with whatever racquet he used at the time. I read his book numerous times and to this day I love watching his matches. I also enjoy watching the U. S. Open each year in New York and remembering all of the great matches Agassi played there.
What is the absolute worst thing a man can do to completely put you off? The absolute worst thing a man can do to turn me off is constantly telling me how much money he has. It is a sign that he is inadequate in some other more important things, and it tells me he is defined by his money. It is much sexier if a successful man focuses his attention elsewhere and is confident enough not to bring up his money so much.
Would you rather be loved, respected, or admired? Being loved is the best. Where there is love, there is respect.
What are your future goals and aspirations for the future? My future goals are to travel more especially to Europe. While traveling I like to visit fitness studios to take a class in each new city or visit a tennis training center to get in a match. I am starting to fulfil these goals in early 2025 when I will be visiting London! I plan to work out at METABOLIC LONDON and BARRY’S LONDON SOHO. I also hope one day to experience Wimbledon, so I hope to return to London with my tennis friends to make that dream come true.
Where can our readers keep up with your latest news and events? You can follow me on Instagram @fitkrissy_ny and @krissyfit50.
Thank you for your time, Do you have any final motivational words for our readers? Live your best life, be true to yourself, and work hard to make yourself the best you that you can be. As far as I know, we only get one life here, so make it yours.
