Andorran Edgard Cid Secures Runner-Up in Eris 2025 World Modeling Awards

Edgard Cid, a 33-year-old from Ordino, has secured first runner-up in the World category at the Eris 2025 awards, representing Andorra on the international stage.

Cid, who has been drawn to fashion since childhood, described the runways as a captivating world that offers travel opportunities and connections with like-minded people. Surrounded by supportive peers, he views the industry as fostering healthy competition where participants encourage one another.

His passion began early. At age 10, he was mesmerized by Fashion Week broadcasts on television, inspired in part by his aunt, Yolanda Cid, a professional model. Modeling became his hobby, leading to his professional debut in 2019 with photos for Jack&Jones.

Andorra's representative has now competed internationally twice. His first outing came in 2021 with the country's inaugural international runway show. Returning for Eris 2025, Cid earned the prestigious runner-up band, a moment he called one of euphoria and pride for his homeland.

"I decreed my success," he said, explaining his intense focus and preparation. The week-long competition tests contestants relentlessly—every second of every day—evaluating attitude, camaraderie, and empathy alongside runway performance.

Preparation is year-round: masterclasses in poses, professional walks, and haute couture techniques. The biggest challenge, Cid noted, is projecting confidence on the catwalk and captivating audiences with just a glance.

He relies on the "mirror law": starting each day by gazing into his reflection for 10 minutes, seeking depth in his eyes. His daily mantra—"I want to bring out my best version and improve a percentage every day"—drives him.

From the experience, Cid has shed stage fright and built personal security and self-esteem, qualities he lacked as a child. "They test you every second of the 24 hours in a day," he emphasized, underscoring the event's mental demands.