Happy 2025 + answering all your burning questions from 2024
New year, same me.
To kick off 2025, I decided to answer some of your questions that you kept asking me in 2024.
"Favourite cars?"
Besides the SLR, right?! The Murcielago is my favourite car. I can’t say no to a Murci. ☝️ I have a tattoo dedicated to the Murcielago. I’m in love with the Murci!!!
I love an EB110! I love a Veyron, too. I dream about an SL65 AMG Black Series. A 488 Pista would put a smile on my face for sure! A Mustang GT500 Eleanor would solve all of my problems. A P1 will get me into trouble, but I wouldn't mind.
"What do you do for a living? Hobbies?"
I’m a creative director. I’m an image builder. I work with companies with ultra-high valuations. I’m a photographer. I specialise in storytelling and documentary. I’ve been shooting with Fujifilm exclusively for 8 years now. You can also buy my prints.
Activities that don’t bring money in, but I utterly enjoy: Track racing.
I play the guitar. I have a Fender Stratocaster AM PRO II and a Gibson Les Paul Standard.
Photo editing. I can spend days perfecting a photo.
theSLRgirl LMAO
"What did you study?"
I studied fashion design. I did my Masters in London, where I worked for some big names like Alexander McQueen and Dior. I'm currently returning back to fashion, but my whole vision about the industry did a whole 180, so this will be interesting.
"Where do you live?"
I live in Sofia, Bulgaria, but I spend a lot of time in North America and the UK!
"Is Paris for sale?"
Yes, it is, if you’re Paris Hilton. No, it’s not, if you’re not Paris Hilton. I hope this helps.
"Where can I see the SLR?"
Usually in and around Sofia. We take the cars out spontaneously, so I can’t know for sure, if the SLR will be out today or nah. We try to switch them around, so that every car gets driven and enjoyed equally. The SLR and the Murci are currently in the garage, so as soon as the weather gets better, you’ll be able to spot one or the other. Or maybe both.
"How much does it cost to maintain an exotic car per year?"
Oh, it really depends. The worst year so far - 100.000 EUR for one car. I believe we got to know each other with the SLR and the Murci, so nothing can surprise us. The truth is that they’re really, really exotic. Like really exotic. Try finding parts for the Murci. It’s a nightmare. Don’t get me started about Paris. Also, try finding someone who understands these cars and is capable to work on them. Owning exotics isn’t for the weak. It’s very expensive, so, please, don’t listen to anyone who's trying to tell you otherwise. The Murci is in fact more expensive to own and maintain than the SLR!
"How much money do I need to buy a modern supercar?"
If you can afford to buy it twice IN CASH, you can afford the supercar. Buying is just the acquisition. The ownership is a totally different story. Hence why you need to be able to buy it twice (at least) before committing to any expensive purchase for that matter.
"How much did it cost to buy Paris?" 400.000 USD for everything.
“I love your watch. What brand/model it is?”
Ah, I received so many compliments and comments about my daily watch.
It’s the Rolex Datejust with fluted bezel, jubilee bracelet and bright blue dial. Reference: 126234
To me, the Datejust is the most iconic watch, ever. It’s the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch to feature a window displaying the date. A design that has been copied since its inception and continues to dominate the watch design and will likely continue to do so for many, many generations in the future. It’s the perfect watch, worthy of a family heirloom status.
Rolex as a brand has a deep meaning to me, it was the watch that gave the start to each Formula 1 race for decades. Having that on my wrist, it marks the beginning of my own journeys. We’ve been inseparable since the day I got it - from desert journeys to dominating the tracks. It was there to mark that day. It only leaves my wrist for another Rolex. When I was doing my Paris - dedicated tattoo, I told the artist he needs to take into consideration that it has to start where my Rolex's bracelet movements end.
"How tall are you?" Taller than 90% of the female population believe it or not. I stand at 174cm with cowboy boots on yee-haw or 170cm without.
"If you’re just starting out, what would you do to get to where you are now?" Start where you are, use what you have. Find your purpose and do everything with passion. Make sure to cleanse your “friends” circle. Your environment influences you a lot! Cut toxic people off, no matter who they are. Family isn’t always your biggest supporters. Sometimes it’s the opposite. Observe how people react to your success and failure. Cut them off, if they only celebrate you when you’re up. You need quality people around you in order to build yourself up. Don’t be afraid to reach out for help. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Don’t be afraid to take risks and jump with both feet when you have an opportunity to do so! Real, big chances come around rarely, if you recognise them as such, don’t be afraid to seize them! Not everything has to be serious. Having fun on your way up is essential. Bonus - don't take yourself too seriously. Everything is just atoms essentially. Find your talent, everyone has at least something that makes them unique. Train it, use it. Social media can only take you so far. Real world is still the GOAT. Get rid of disgusting habits like smoking, vaping, binge drinking, drugs, victim playing etc.
"Looking back at life, is there anything you wish you could've changed?" No. Maybe one thing only - I gave too much power to the education industry. The diploma means nothing. I sacrificed my health for a short period of time just to acquire a stupid piece of paper. Luckily, there are no lasting implications, but it did take me to the ER a couple of times. You don’t need that course, you don’t need that diploma. You need a real-world experience ASAP! Don’t waste your 20s trying to make your family “happy”. Time isn’t coming back and once you realise that you’ll be just an average candidate for a position that will probably get taken by someone with a high-school diploma, but has years of experience. Real life will hit hard. Don’t take your time for granted.
Looking forward to your 2025 questions! See you around!