Lowestoft-born model Louis Evans when he was a student at Kirkley High School.

Kathryn Bradley Tuesday, February 25, 2014 12:29 PM

Former Lowestoft schoolboy Louis Evans was once teased for having red hair but now his striking looks are earning him hundreds of pounds a session as a successful fashion model.

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Since signing to London-based agency Booking Models, the 22-year-old has strutted the catwalk at London Fashion Week and appeared on BBC1s The One Show as part of the Red Hot campaign which celebrates people with red hair and raises awareness of the persecution that many of them suffer.

He also features in the Red Hot calendar which is raising funds for the anti-bullying alliance.

The 6ft 3ins model has graced the pages of the Sunday Times Style magazine and appeared in British Vogue promoting the work of the renowned English designer Christopher Raeburn.

Louis has also signed with the Italian agent Independent Men and will be jetting off to Italy in April to meet top designers, including Giorgio Armani, and photographers ahead of Milan Fashion Week in June.

However, Louis has not always received so much positive attention for his looks.

As a teenager, he suffered from acne and his high school nickname was Rusty in reference to his red hair.

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Photo gallery: Former Lowestoft schoolboy Louis Evans was once teased for having red hair but look at him now