Giorgia Rieto: Beyond Appearance

Giorgia Rieto belongs to that rare category of women who do not need exaggeration to attract attention. Her presence is built on something far more essential, a natural elegance that feels effortless, almost cinematic. Through her journey in journalism and television communication, she has managed to shape a public image that is not based solely on aesthetics, but also on the sense of balance she radiates. In a world that often confuses intensity with personality, she seems to choose discretion, detail, and substance instead.

There is something deeply Italian in the way she perceives image and life itself. Not in a performative sense, but through that characteristic Mediterranean relationship with light, emotion, style, and natural presence. Giorgia does not appear to follow trends; rather, she creates an atmosphere around her. And perhaps that is exactly what makes her stand out: the feeling that behind every image, there is genuine character.

At MenStatus, we are interested in people who can combine external aesthetics with a more internal way of being. Individuals who do not function merely as images on social media, but as personalities with a sense of identity, grace, and awareness of the space they occupy. Giorgia Rieto represents precisely this delicate balance between femininity, calmness, confidence, and contemporary cosmopolitan culture.

In this conversation, we wanted to move beyond the typical questions surrounding career or public image. What interested us more was approaching the woman behind the image, the way she perceives beauty, human relationships, silence, everyday life, and those small personal moments that ultimately shape a person more than anything public ever could. True presence is often found not in what someone chooses to show, but in what they quietly choose to keep within themselves.

Was there ever a moment in your life when you truly felt “present” rather than simply busy?

Despite the daily work-related stress, which I believe is part of everyone’s life, I always try not to lose touch with what truly matters. I’m fortunate enough to do a job I genuinely love, so I never experience it as a burden. Still, whenever I can, I allow myself to enjoy the simplest moments: getting up from my desk to watch a sunset, feeling the warmth of the sun, breathing in the sea air. To me, being truly present means exactly that, appreciating every moment of life, even the ones that may seem ordinary to others. Often, those are the moments that stay with us the longest.

Do you believe elegance is something developed over time, or something that already exists naturally within a person?

I believe that certain qualities are naturally part of who we are. With growth and maturity, styles change, the way we present ourselves evolves, and even the way we experience our identity transforms according to different stages of life. Every phase carries its own “color.” However, I think many people make the mistake of chasing models or trying to imitate someone else, forgetting that true elegance lies in authenticity. Each of us is unique, with our own strengths, flaws, and characteristics. To me, the rarest form of elegance is feeling comfortable in your own identity without needing to resemble anyone else.

What is the difference between being looked at and being remembered?

As a woman, I can say that nowadays we are surrounded by beautiful people, yet I often think about the great icons of the past. Women like Marilyn Monroe or Virna Lisi are still remembered today not only for their beauty, but for what they were able to convey. Being remembered means leaving something inside someone, regardless of how you are dressed or how perfect you appear. Presence, grace, elegance, and the energy you bring into a room matter far more. Of course, it’s also deeply subjective, because everyone is touched by different things.

We live in an era of constant exposure. How do you protect your inner world from excessive noise?

I think it’s important to separate social media from real life. Nowadays, it makes me smile how people often believe they can judge someone simply by looking at a photo. But reality is far deeper than what is shown online. Personally, I carefully choose what to share and what to keep for myself. My social media only reflects a small part of my life: many people don’t truly know my work, my daily routine, or my private life, simply because I choose to show only what I want. And I believe that is a form of freedom, as well as protection.

Is there something simple in your daily life that you consider a personal luxury?

I lost someone very dear to me, and that experience taught me to look at life differently. Today, true wealth for me is waking up, hugging my mother, and being healthy. The simplest things often hold the greatest value. Everything else, in the end, is relative.

If your life at this moment had a color and a soundtrack, what would they be?

The color would be orange, the color of sunsets, sunrises, and rebirth. It reminds me of that suspended moment when something ends and something new is about to begin. As for a soundtrack, I would choose “Life is Beautiful” by Roberto Benigni because it beautifully combines poetry, melancholy, and hope all at once.

What quality do you find most attractive in a person that is not immediately visible at first glance?

I think this is also deeply personal. What attracts me most, in both men and women, is discretion and elegance. I’m fascinated by people who don’t feel the need to show too much, yet immediately make you feel that they have a deep inner world waiting to be discovered.

Italy carries a very unique culture of aesthetics and presence. Do you think this deeply influences the way a woman grows up?

Absolutely. Growing up in Italy means being surrounded by beauty, through art, fashion, culture, and even the smallest everyday details. I believe this deeply influences the way a woman learns to perceive herself and express who she is. At the same time, I think women today have much more freedom than in the past. A woman should no longer feel forced to fit into a specific model of femininity or perfection. True strength lies in maintaining your own identity while taking inspiration from the world around you without ever losing yourself.

Is there something you consciously choose not to chase anymore today?

I’ve always been very determined when it comes to my goals, both professionally and personally. When I truly want something, I work hard to achieve it, not out of arrogance, but because I deeply believe in sacrifice and consistency. You should never stop believing in your dreams. However, compared to a few years ago, I’ve learned to accept many things I once wouldn’t have accepted. Perfection, for example: I realized it simply doesn’t exist, and often it’s within imperfections that we find the truest part of people.

Do you think people today fear silence more, or loneliness?

Unfortunately, I believe people today fear loneliness more than silence. I see many people settling for empty relationships simply to avoid being alone, and that is one of the saddest aspects of modern society to me. Too often, people chase an image or a character rather than a genuine connection. Real love, the kind built on depth and sincere emotion, has, in many cases, become something superficial and materialistic. And I say this as someone who has loved deeply, perhaps even the wrong people. But I’ve learned that love must begin with yourself first. You should never lose yourself for someone else.

What does “femininity” mean to you today, beyond appearance?

To me, femininity today means independence. It means having your own freedom, your own career, and the ability to manage your life without depending on anyone else. It’s something I’ve admired in women since I was a child, and it’s one of the reasons why I’m proud of the woman I’ve become today.