Britt Maren — Biography
Hailing from Sweden but growing up in Texas, Britt Maren is a New York-based model. Her impressive portfolio includes collaborations with prestigious names like Vogue, Glamour, Victoria's Secret, Nike, Alexander Wang, Balenciaga, Garnier, Free People, Target, and Sephora, among others. Beyond her modeling endeavors, Britt finds joy in baking, design, organizing events, and undertaking DIY projects. Her creative pursuits have garnered attention from online platforms such as Buzz Feed, Refinery29, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Eye Swoon, and Camille Styles. Britt is married to chef Derek Orrell, and together they share their Brooklyn home with their puggle, Zeus.
Britt's modeling journey commenced in her hometown of Houston, Texas, where she balanced local assignments with her high school studies. During summer breaks, she ventured to New York and Milan, eventually relocating to New York permanently. Her career gained significant momentum during the Spring/Summer 2011 show season in New York, a period marked by close collaboration with Alexander Wang and Karl Templer in the lead-up to Wang's fashion show. Britt had the honor of opening the Alexander Wang show and subsequently walked for several other prominent designers, including an exclusive engagement for Balenciaga, where she unveiled a striking platinum pixie haircut. Since then, Britt has maintained a steady presence, working with leading editorial and commercial clients.
Alongside her thriving modeling career, Britt possesses a genuine passion for food. She delights in baking, with a particular fondness for sweets, while her husband, Derek Orrell, is a formally trained chef who has contributed his talents to esteemed New York restaurants. They share a love for preparing seasonal, market-driven meals at home and exploring global culinary scenes. Derek currently serves as partner and executive chef at Beck and Call Catering and is preparing to launch his own restaurant, with Britt's support.
Britt's modeling journey commenced in her hometown of Houston, Texas, where she balanced local assignments with her high school studies. During summer breaks, she ventured to New York and Milan, eventually relocating to New York permanently. Her career gained significant momentum during the Spring/Summer 2011 show season in New York, a period marked by close collaboration with Alexander Wang and Karl Templer in the lead-up to Wang's fashion show. Britt had the honor of opening the Alexander Wang show and subsequently walked for several other prominent designers, including an exclusive engagement for Balenciaga, where she unveiled a striking platinum pixie haircut. Since then, Britt has maintained a steady presence, working with leading editorial and commercial clients.
Alongside her thriving modeling career, Britt possesses a genuine passion for food. She delights in baking, with a particular fondness for sweets, while her husband, Derek Orrell, is a formally trained chef who has contributed his talents to esteemed New York restaurants. They share a love for preparing seasonal, market-driven meals at home and exploring global culinary scenes. Derek currently serves as partner and executive chef at Beck and Call Catering and is preparing to launch his own restaurant, with Britt's support.
