Since then, Anna’s infectious smile, sense of style and warm personality has made her a social page regular, sealed front row seats at the fashion shows, and ensured she’s in hot demand as a brand ambassador.
The Carousel caught up with the 29-year-old after her recent signing for the Oral-B 3D White Luxe Diamond Strong range to find out why she can’t stop flashing those pearly whites!
How do you stay so positive when you’re constantly in the public eye – and any tips for us?
Being true to myself and being confident in the person I am makes me a positive person.
I can’t control what other people say or believe about me but I am in total control of how I feel about myself. I focus on being the happiest and healthiest version of me.
Knowing that I am doing this makes me more confident.
I like to surround myself with positive people. My family, friends and partner are all very positive and this is a great support network.
My advice for others: Find out who you are as a person. Make healthy choices and make healthy habits that are going to make you more confident. Surround yourself with positive people, and smile!
Tells us about a few things that make you smile on a daily basis
- Family – whenever I see them, they make me smile! Especially my 92-year-old Grandma!
- When I walk to work, I am always thinking of how lucky we are to live in a beautiful country like Australia and for me, in a beautiful city like Sydney. I am very thankful for that!
- Knowing that I am being the best I can be – namely being the healthiest version of myself.
- Knowing that I am being true to myself and have confidence in who I am.
- The generosity of others and the friends I have. That support network is always a brilliant reason to smile.
- Any time I get to spend with Tim!
How do you stay so fit and healthy around work and media appearances?
I think it’s always important to remember to be healthy wherever you are and whatever you’re doing – on holidays or at home.
I really enjoy good food and exercising so it’s part of my everyday – especially on holidays. I try to be active every day – and that could be either going for a run or a walk. When you’re on holidays going for a run is an easy way to explore your surroundings.
I actually tend to lose weight on holidays because I’m constantly out and about enjoying the scenery and new experiences that travel and holidays bring.
What are the beauty products that you never leave home without?
Starting with the basics – I always brush my teeth with Oral-B 3D White Diamond Strong toothpaste. I use the whole range of products – the paste, rinse and whitening strips – because I want white teeth and fresh breath all day.
I take the whitening strips with me in my handbag as you can use them anywhere and they really do give me a burst of confidence. I know my smile is the best it can be and my breath is fresh!
The things I never leave home without:
- Oral-B 3D White Advanced Seal Whitestrips – they bring out my confidence by giving me a bright, white smile – and I know that they’re good for my teeth.
- Two Faced, Born This Way foundation – I love it as it gives a great balance of lightness and good coverage.
- Lip balm – I tend to get dry lips, especially when I’m travelling.
- Lip gloss – I am constantly re-applying.
- Pretty much my entire make-up bag! I have a huge handbag just so I can bring everything with me! But the above are my staples.
What’s your view on ageing and message to other women who may be struggling to cope with getting older?
Confidence comes from within and until you find it within yourself – and you are happy with the person you are – it’s going to be difficult to portray this to the outside world.
I’m 29 and turning 30 at the end of the year – I’m really looking forward to it.
Getting older doesn’t bother me – I’m planning on enjoying everything age and experience brings with it.
First step, find your happy self!
The Bachelor is a series, of course, that you’ll be forever linked to. Are you watching the latest show?
I am actually so thankful for The Bachelor because it brought so many amazing things in to my life – it’s given me so many opportunities. Most importantly, I met Tim – and that’s been the most amazing thing. He’s a wonderful man and I feel very lucky. I also think he’s a lucky man too!
Yes, I am watching the new series. For me, it’s a different experience though because I know what is going on behind the scenes.
Going a show like that you really need to be true to yourself and know your intentions. I was looking for love, and I found it.
It’s not even about winning – it’s about who is more compatible. There are no real winners or losers on the show.
We have to ask….what’s the scoop on the wedding plans?
There are no wedding plans at the minute, but I’ll be sure to keep you posted!
