Eugenia Silva

Eugenia Silva, born María Eugenia Silva Hernández-Mancha on January 13, 1976, in Madrid, Spain, began her journey into the fashion world at a young age. In 1992, at 16, she competed in the Elite Look of the Year Award, which marked the beginning of her professional modeling career. Following this early success, she pursued higher education, earning a Law degree from Colegio Universitario Cardenal Cisneros, affiliated with Madrid’s Complutense University. Her academic background provides a unique foundation for her later career, which expanded beyond modeling into various business endeavors.

Silva’s modeling career gained significant momentum when she relocated to New York City. There, she was selected as the face of prestigious American designer Oscar de la Renta, a pivotal moment that solidified her international presence. Over the years, she has worked with numerous notable fashion houses and brands, featuring in advertising campaigns for Armani, Loewe, Pantene, Dolce & Gabbana, Carrera y Carrera, Escada, Garnier, Intimissimi, Magnum, Max Factor, Tiffany & Co., and Chopard. Her work has appeared in various international editions of magazines such as Vanity Fair, Vogue Arabia, Harper’s Bazaar Mexico, and Yo Dona Spain.

Beyond her modeling achievements, Eugenia Silva has developed a diverse business portfolio. In 2017, she launched Eustyle, an online retail platform, and also established Palm Kids, a modeling agency specifically for children. Her entrepreneurial spirit further extended into the film industry, where she became a business partner in Braven Films. Silva is also recognized for her philanthropic involvement, serving as an ambassador for Fundación Plan International, an NGO dedicated to improving the lives of children globally. Her career illustrates a progression from a prominent model to a multifaceted businesswoman and advocate.