With a look that has almost become synonymous with Bondi Beach, Annalise Braakensiek epitomises the very best Sydney has to offer. Tall, tanned and beautiful, Annalise mixes a sharp intellect with cultural humour, all the while belying her model-looks.

An accomplished model, actress, television host, presenter and MC, she’s a rare talent – fluent in five languages (English, German, Italian, Dutch and Japanese) and dynamic in every sense.

Launching her career as a successful model Annalise travelled to Europe and the US where she graced the catwalks of high-profile designers such as Anna Sui and Issey Miyake. With her highly-sought after Aussie look, Annalise was a best-selling cover girl for Inside Sport (no less than three times), FHM, Ralph, Loaded (UK), Cosmopolitan (US) and Maxim (Italy) among others.

Appearing in advertising campaigns for brands as diverse as La Perla (Italy), Guinness (shot by celebrity photographer Rankin for the European market) and Toyota (with Jackie Chan in Japan), gave Annalise her first taste for performance and she effortlessly moved her career into television and acting.

Driven and optimistic, Annalise is also a creative and talented businesswoman with a commitment to designing beautiful products that reflect her dedication to a green lifestyle.

In August 2009, she launched her first collection of eco-friendly underwear for fuller-figured women “Annalise” Exclusive to Bras N Things, available in all Bras N Things stores across Australia and New Zealand, and online at www.bnt.com.au.

Annalise designs each piece in the range, with an emphasis not only on fashion, but on organic and recycled materials. Following its sell-out success, there are now plans in the works to extend the range to include sleepwear.

Annalise’s credentials as a designer also include a double major in jewellery and sculpture from the University of NSW College of Fine Arts. Annalise is set to launch her signature jewellery collection “Annalise” in 2010.