Q&A with Josie Prendergast

Where were you born and raised?

I was born in Siargao Island. My mum is from there and dad from Australia. We moved to Byron bay when I was 4 and have been going back and fourth between two homes since.

When and how did you start surfing?

I caught my first wave at Broken Head when I was around 7. I started really getting into surfing at the age of 11 though. I was skating a lot and riding second hand smaller boards before getting on to a log.

Where is your go-to surf spot?

The Pass, Byron Bay, NSW, Australia

Please tell us about the surfboard you usually ride. Brand, shaper, dimensions, fin setup, etc.

If I’m logging, I’m on my Mctavish 9’5 nose rider. Otherwise on my 7’8 rincon but have been obsessed with my 7’8 super stock.  

Where are the surf spots you want to visit in the future that you've never been to?

Mexico and Africa.

Whats your favourite thing about Sonny Fragrance oil?

Smells like Summer!

Q&A with Ellie Nadalin

We catch up with surfer and face of Sonny Ellie Nadalin.

Home town?

Newcastle, NSW

Top 5 Must-Have Items for your Beach Bag?

Sonny Fragrance oil! Sunbum sunscreen, Cute black sunnies, lots of water, speaker, tanning oil.

What’s your fav Summer go to meal?

Açai with lots of Nutella and fruit 

Favourite Sunscreen?

Sunbum face stick is the best and easiest go to 

Favourite Summer Movie ever?

10 things I hate about you

Your modelling Tips and Tricks?

Be confident! Be comfortable in your own skin and talk to the photographer. 

Summer Fashion Trends you’re loving?

Little back sunnies 

Favourite surf spots? 

The pass, Byron bay or just straight out at home in Newcastle. 

Summer Reading List?

Malibu rising

What's your favourite summer memory from your childhood? 

Going to Scott’s head NSW in the holidays when I was little or Blueys beach with the cousins over new years. 

What summer destinations are on your travel bucket list

Anywhere in Indo or Europe 

How old were you when you started surfing? And how did you first get into it?

I was 9 when I started surfing. I wanted to start because of a Barbie movie I was obsessed with called “Barbie and a mermaid tale.”

Q&A with Ash Penfold

Ash Penfold is a talented make up artist who has worked with many big name brands. We were lucky enough to have her apart of the team for the first campaign shoot for Sonny Fragrance oil.

What are your favorite summer products?

I love a really good body suncreen, my favourite is from vacation inc, at the moment, a cream blush for a beautiful flushed healthy glow, i love the Fenty cream blush in the shade Big Melons and of course a summer scent to bring all the summer feels.

Favourite shoot locations?

Ive been so lucky to go some amazing locations around the world and i think my favourite has to Tahiti. There is nothing like it.

How can someone achieve a natural, dewy summer glow 'no-makeup' look?

Skin prep. It makes all the products sit beautifully on the skin making a no makeup look just look so healthy and effortless. I love using the Embryolisse moisturiser and Base Camp Beauty gua sha first up then then use all cream products using your fingers to look the most natural.

Are there specific color palettes that work best for summer?

I love a bright poppy colour palette for summer. Think bronze tanned skin, watermelon coloured cheeks and juicy cherry lips. 

Favorite Face spf?

I always love the ultraviolette sunscreens for the face, they sit so beautifully under makeup.