This August, let’s hear it for the boys! For the first time Q+A selects a male model to grace our coveted cover. We could not choose just any model, it had to be someone crush worthy. Our current issue entitled, ‘End of Summer Crush,’ features Aruban-born model Alex Geerman with Soul Artist Management, who is best known for his work with Calvin Klein Underwear. The newly married beach boy, chats with us about his dream girl, maintaining a healthy lifestyle and island hoping.

Q+A UK: What is the key to being a successful male model? What is the biggest reward of the job?
ALEX GEERMAN: Determination, dedication and staying fit at all times, so you are always prepared to take any job that comes along. The biggest reward is having the ability to travel the world!

Q+A UK: Tell us, how do you keep in shape? What is your diet and fitness routine like?
ALEX: I put in a lot of hard work in the gym! I am a personal trainer as well so when I am training a client I will also train alongside them. My diet consists of lean protein and fresh vegetables. I also make a great shake! One of my favourite concoctions contains banana, almond milk, vanilla protein powder, a scoop of all natural peanut butter a little wheat germ, ground flax seed, cinnamon, honey and lots of ice. It is great in the summer or if you want something sweet and very filling.

Q+A UK: How much pressure do you feel to stay in peak condition?
ALEX: When I first started modelling, all my friends were eating pizza and fast food, all the food I  could not eat, and let me tell you the temptation was certainly there. I am quite seasoned in the industry now, so I have learned how to maintain a balanced diet, unless a jar of Nutella is in the house then that is a different story!

Q+A UK: What products do you use to keep your skin and hair looking camera ready?
ALEX: I have good skin, but occasionally I will raid my little sister’s bathroom as she is always experimenting with new products. Proactive is great for preventing the occasional breakout. I am wearing my hair shorter now, so I do not really need to do too much in terms of styling, but I like Got 2b Glued products.

Q+A UK: We hear you recently got married, congrats! This news may break a few of your fans hearts. Tell us, what characteristics do you look for in a woman? Describe your dream girl?
ALEX: Yes, I got married this summer and I was lucky enough to find my dream girl very young! In terms of what I was looking for in a partner, the list is long: beautiful inside and out, fit, smart, secure, happy, loving, sweet, funny, organized, loves animals, great cook, no smoking, likes to travel, has great family values and understands how much I love my family. Lucky for me that my wife is all of these things and more!

Q+A UK: As the end of summer approaches, what were your big summer travel plans?
ALEX: My wife and I went on an amazing honeymoon that started in St. Martin then went to St. Barts and finally to my hometown of Aruba, where I was born and raised! We have a vacation house there and a lot of my family lives on the island including my father.

Q+A UK: How does your style differ from the high-fashion spreads you are photographed for? What designers do you have in your closet?
ALEX: My style is definitely relaxed. I like to wear long board shorts if I am running around. When I am at the beach I wear swimwear by Charlie by Matthew Zink as he has many great suits and styles. I also have H&M, Calvin Klein and of course Ralph Lauren in my closet!

Q+A UK: What photographers do you love to shoot with and who are you dreaming of working with?
ALEX: Marc Spielberg, Rick Day and Tarrice Love  are some of my favourites. I really want to work with Arnaldo Anaya-Lucca he is an amazing photographer and that would really be a dream come true!

Q+A UK: What magazines do you read? And, what fashion websites/blogs do you have bookmarked?
ALEX: I read Men’s Health, Men’s Fitness and Islands and Yachts.

Q+A UK: What does it mean to you to be Q+A’s first male cover model?
ALEX: I am truly honoured to be the first male model to make the cover of Q+A. Thank you for choosing me!