Hello, hello! Well, today, we have a very special post. We're introducing a new member of our team. His name is Josh, he's a model, actor, and just about everything else, and, yes; he's American. We know we're British Style Bloggers, but we want international opinion to make this campaign work, and Josh had so much to say that we couldn't resist!

You can catch his first column here on Thursday.

Image: HERE

Tell us a little bit about yourself!

Where do I start? I'm extremely busy seems like at ALL times. I'm a Model. Writer. Actor. & Singer-- In that order. I'm signed openly with 4 agencies around the country (& looking for more outside the U.S.) and I travel around frequently for live shows, photoshoots, etc. I've been published many times as well, even in foreign countries. As a writer, I have many projects going on. I work fulltime publishing articles for a Medical Tourism company. I'm also working on getting a TV sitcom off the ground as well as a full-length movie. Sadly, both projects are in a stage where they can't openly be talked about. Recently, I've done work on a couple "Indie films" but I've been in talks working on making it into Hollywood. I plan to produce an album as well, eventually. Vocally, I sound a bit like Adam Lambert with a little Darren Hayes or Daniel Bedingfield thrown in-- but my style is a mix of Lady Sovereign & Lily Allen. Unfortunately for me, however, I've been way too busy to put more focus into my last two endeavors but I like to conquer one thing at a time. 2 down, 2 to go.

We asked you to join our team because of your enthusiasm for the Body Image cause. Can you tell us why it means so much to you?

Body image is something I've secretly battled most of my life. However, I've never dealt with eating disorders or anything like that. I love food. In fact, if i had an eating disorder it would be that i eat TOO MUCH! My answer to body image is basically something we all must just get over. I feel as though nobody seems to be happy with the way they look-- by getting plastic surgeries, or even mildly complaining about it off & on-- nobody's happy! I was no different. I'd never thought I was all that gorgeous to look at but I'm comfortable with myself and the way I look and I think I happen to take great pictures. I've never been completely HAPPY with the way I look, but I'm comfortable.

How did you first get up the guts to be as unique and original as you are?

I have tons of drive. A lot of self inspiration. And basically I'm out to prove I can do anything. And in order to do anything one must do.everything. Plain and simple. :)

You've obviously got tonnes of confidence! Have you got any advice for others who may be struggling with that?

Like I mentioned before, it all comes from within. You have to be happy with who you are inside & what you're doing with your life. Once you're happy, it will show. People will sense that something about you as well-- you'll have that mysterious edge. Self confidence is a very powerful thing.

Can you tell us a little sneaky tiny bit about what your column's going to be about? We're really excited!

I'll tell you a little. I don't want to give it ALL away, right?! :) Fashion and self-awareness. I'll start my path with a little how-to find your own individual style, then teeter-totter back and forth with Fashion and Self-Awareness. Obviously what I have to say is all very positive so I'm sure it'll all be very uplifting.

Don't forget to check back on Thursday for Josh's first column!

Alex roots is a singer/ songwriter from London, though she is only 17 she has achieved a lot, a record deal and an almost complete first album as well as supporting McFly, Calvin Harris and the Sugababes. So how does she feel about her body and body image in such a body-conscious industry? I interviewed her to find out.

Image from Alex's Myspace

At such a young age how do you feel about your body?

I feel like any other teenager, I have my insecurities but I look after myself- I go to the gym three times a week and eat well- I know it’s important to look well, but never fake.

Would you say you were a positive role model?

Yeah I guess so, I like to stay real and not get too obsessive about my body. I actually have a song called “Calorie Junkie” about the media and body image. I’ve found a lot of girls have been able to relate to it.

How do you dress for your shape and image?

I go with what I know suits me and flatters my shape. I wear a lot of dresses with blazers and waist belts. I also love heels and a lot of accessories so accentuate the positives and keep my style individual.

What do you think of the issue of body image in the industry?

I understand that it is important to look good but to have the right balance- I’m not to big or too small- So I hope that girls can look up to me.

Who are your body role models?

I love real girls with curves like Scarlett Johannson, J-lo of course, Katy Perry and Kimberly Walsh from Girls Aloud. But my absolute favourite is Penelope Cruz, she’s got a fabulous shape!

What do you love about your body?

Without sounding raunchy I’m going to have to say my boobs… they’re just the right size and look good in a dress. I also like my waist and stomach, as they’re trim and toned.

What do you not like so much?

My legs, because when I was younger my Mum and Dad used to call me tree trunk legs - they were chunky all the way down! But I’m ok with them now.

How do you overcome self-consciousness on stage?

To be honest when I’m onstage I just get this feeling inside of me, I get into the persona - as do others, and when I’m having the time of my life I don’t have time to worry about how I look!

A while back I had the privilige of talking to the wonderful Franca of Oranges and Apples about her views on body image - here's what she has to say!

I've struggled with disordered eating and over-exercising as a teenager and in my very early twenties, and my personal experience has been that body issues have been a result of an underlying issue in other parts of my life. It has been much better for me to put the effort into sorting out these other areas rather than trying to overcome my issues by working on my body through changing my diet exercise etc. As I've become more confident and in control in my relationships, education, career etc, I've naturally become more confident in my body, without ever directly doing anything about that specifically. That's been my experience anyway.